No sure if I'm in the right place....advice please

[wilde82]

My husband and I have been TTC since May 2009. We got a BFP in September last year after 15 mths of trying but sadly it ended up being a blighted ovum which we only found out on our 12 week scan.

We're living in NZ at the moment but move to Perth in two weeks and I really just want some advice.....do you think we should visit a specialist when we arrive?? I'm not sure if we've been trying long enough to be considered for treatment, or even where to start looking. I have no idea whether I just need a GP or whether I should look for an gynaecologist/obstetrician....we have full medical insurance that covers all conception/pregnancy and birth issues, including assisted fertility which kicks in immediately - no stand down/waiting period - but I don't know if I should wait for a while....we started trying immediately after the miscarriage and have had 3 more failed cycles....I don't know if I can handle another year of failure just to end in a miscarriage again.....

When I hear some of the stories on here I feel like I should be grateful it's only been as long as it has, and that it's only been a year, but I really feel like I need to do something instead of leaving things to chance. I already pinpoint ovulation using an OPK....

Anyway, sorry for the vent...AF arrived today, meaning another failed month, and I just needed to talk....

Thanks

[Phteven]

If you've been trying for a over a year then you should definitely see a specialist. You will need a referral so your first stop is the GP.
If you have been charting or anything like that take it with you.

Welcome to BB.

[blackduckies]

Yes go to the GP it won't hurt to see someone and maybe get some testing started. Good luck, hopefully the move will help.

[Maruschke]

Welcome to BB.

Yes, you definitely qualify to see a specialist. Usually after 12 months of TTC for those under 35, and 6 months for those over 35 years.

As for whether to continue naturally or not before seeking help that is really up to you and how you are handling things at the moment. I personally felt less stressed when I was doing everything I possibly could.

Have you had basic investigations? CD21 bloods for progesterone (to see if you ovulate) and DH's semen analysis? These can help tremendously.

Best of luck with your decision and treatment. TTC is stressful and at times heartbreaking and you will find much support here. Sorry to hear about AF .

xoxo
M

[MummaSue]

Welcome to BB.

i agree with the others, it wouldn't hurt to go and talk to a fertility specialist, then they can advise you on what would be your best course of action

Good luck with your move!
Sue x

[wilde82]

Thanks for the replies, very much appreciated. Just one more question, will the fact that I conceived and miscarried mean I will have to wait until we've been trying for another year before the GP will refer us to a specialist? Thanks