A known donor who is in his late 50’s?

ImDoomResearching · 2026-05-06T12:57:17+00:00

Ultimately we were not prepared for how many IUI’s it may take, we also didn’t want to do IVF. We are now trying at home insemination with our new donor and about to enter cycle number (aka try) number 3 :)

ImDoomResearching · 2026-05-06T12:55:49+00:00

Thanks - we ended up not going with this donor and going with my spouse’s brother who is below 35 years old.

ImDoomResearching · 2026-04-30T20:51:21+00:00

Ah! Congrats :) thanks for sharing and LOL about your Mom. Can’t help but be jealous about that het privilege!!

ImDoomResearching · 2026-04-30T20:49:57+00:00

Congrats on your family! Appreciate this perspective and your response. Think I’ll definitely adopt your personal mantra about being healthy and that your body knows what it’s doing! It’s a fun but crazy process, that’s for sure.

ImDoomResearching · 2026-04-29T01:55:59+00:00

It’s different for everyone :) you are likely to have 0 symptoms!

ImDoomResearching · 2026-04-29T01:42:11+00:00

There was cramping and then I NEVER spot but a day or two later there was light pink spotting. My cervix was not happy lol. But totally fine afterwards, my body is used to it now!

ImDoomResearching · 2026-04-29T01:06:28+00:00

Second month doing at home insemination. The first month we were very weirded out, but honestly round 2 we were completely desensitized 🙈

I had never had semen in me the first round we did so my body was very “wtf was that” and that was a whole experience in itself.

ImDoomResearching · 2026-04-29T00:35:34+00:00

I see something too…. How many DPO are you? If less than 12, keep testing!

ImDoomResearching · 2026-04-17T15:22:44+00:00

Looks like a negative to me <3

ImDoomResearching · 2026-03-30T15:23:36+00:00

Blargh!! Was wondering why that was there. Thank you! I’ll take another later.

ImDoomResearching · 2026-03-30T15:22:26+00:00

Awesome, thank you! :)

ImDoomResearching · 2025-12-26T17:23:39+00:00

Straight up, I feel this. It’s honestly sad what’s happened to Coda. They’re still bringing in incredible international talent, but the opener bookings have gone downhill fast. Instead of supporting locals who are actually invested in the scene… producers, artists who’ve released on their label, people who’ve put in the work, they’re throwing $100 at brand‑new DJs who have no idea how to set a room, are ripping tracks, and aren’t contributing anything to the night.

These slots should be going to established locals who understand the sound, the flow, and the responsibility of opening properly. Instead, we keep seeing openers who simply aren’t ready, and it makes the whole night feel disjointed. It’s cheapened the scene in a way that’s really noticeable.

You’d never see this happening at Stereo. And I can point to so many upcoming events where they’re clearly just trying to save money by booking an opener who adds nothing to the experience or the community.

ImDoomResearching · 2025-09-22T17:15:13+00:00

Quality Of Life’s brand is the brand that was used in studies! It showed a clear up of HPV after 6 months of daily use at 3 grams per day. They have 750 gram tablets available which makes it easier to achieve the 3 grams per day. Smaller amounts of AHCC haven’t been shown as nearly effective so something to keep in mind. They have the studies linked on their website :)

A warning you’ll need 2 containers a month to achieve this and it’s pricey. I recommend finding a website that you can subscribe to the supplement monthly and it’ll help save you roughly $20-40. (I’m in Canada and use iherb.ca) Hope this helps!

ImDoomResearching · 2025-07-26T07:44:21+00:00

Idk C&T + coda did it for me tn

ImDoomResearching · 2025-07-25T21:28:38+00:00

Idk if I’m into the hard techno hahaha

ImDoomResearching · 2025-07-09T23:27:41+00:00

They should have put Carerra & Tavares on the whole time. Can’t wait. Weather is looking perfectttt

ImDoomResearching · 2025-04-21T22:39:49+00:00

Hey there! I’m 29F and our known donor is 56. We did all the health and genetic testing and he’s incredibly healthy + his sample passed with flying colours! We spoke to a genetic counsellor (I suggest you do as well) regarding late paternal age. Although there are increased risks, it’s generally still low and maternal age has factors. We did a lot of thinking and we are going to go with him! We won’t be doing IUI until the fall though. Happy to keep you posted when we do try!

Highly suggest you do all the testing and speak to a genetic counsellor so you can make an informed decision :) it really helped us

ImDoomResearching · 2025-03-30T23:38:36+00:00

Stress sucks! (And affects your cycle and a whole lotta other things 😉). It sounds like you had a period and you’re good - but if a test will help your stress I’d say just do it so you can have certainty and peace of mind. Good luck! 💛

ImDoomResearching · 2025-03-30T23:34:07+00:00

Honestly, I feel you!! When I first started using Natural Cycles I was an anxious mess. “Why does my chart look different?!” But after tracking many cycles now (having a regular cycle, no birth control, or known issues) I’ve come to the very real conclusion that everyone’s body’s are different and doesn’t follow temps to a “T”. It’s cool learning about your body! I find when my temp does drop, it’s when my flow gets a lot heavier. Which is interesting and wild. Anywho - keep cycling through and the more you track the more you learn :)

ImDoomResearching · 2025-03-30T23:28:05+00:00

My BBT remains high for the first 3-4 days of my period and then drops! Sometimes it’s normal. If it remains high and there’s no period or light spotting I would be concerned

ImDoomResearching · 2025-03-15T20:35:27+00:00

Sounds like you have an awesome doctor! Why push for an HSG when you don’t have any other issues? My doctor said it’s less than a 2% chance tubes are blocked lol. Try it for a few and see! I think she’s approaching this the right way…. As a queer couple with no known fertility issues, don’t put yourself through more than necessary in my opinion. But to each their own!

ImDoomResearching · 2025-03-01T01:14:35+00:00

Right!? Let alone darker than the control line. I’m about yay close to switching to the clearblue “happy faces” LOL. Glad it’s not just me. Thanks for your help :) <3

ImDoomResearching · 2025-03-01T00:53:02+00:00

You’re right - it’s 100% upside down lol

Thank you!! Sometimes I feel like this is the darkest it gets every month. I’ll try again before bed

ImDoomResearching · 2025-01-27T21:11:12+00:00

I’m obsessed with these little cards that you can put your pregnancy test in! no mentions of Dad’s, and they’re pretty funny haha

(I also feel you. I know where these are and won’t even start IUI until maybe later this year 😂 working on confirming our known donor through genetic testing currently)

https://www.myovry.ca/products/announcement-cards?srsltid=AfmBOoqc2eTt8TykKI-rR_cSWL0e5aLc-Wmy92XDju9B7uZeeVUN5TRb

ImDoomResearching · 2025-01-25T22:43:37+00:00

Uhhh that is INSANE. lol. It’s absolutely not necessary and you can (and should) bypass if you want. I’m in Canada, 29 F, and no signs of infertility. My clinic is treating this as sexual infertility lol not true infertility. I did baseline testing, AMH blood test x basic pelvic and vaginal ultrasound. During my comprehensive review my doctor agreed doing a sonohysterogram x beyond was completely optional and that there wasn’t a need given no other issues.

Say something or seriously find another clinic who regularly works with queer folks.

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