1st Cycle IVF April 2013

[TooExcited]

Hello - hubby took me for a walk this evening so I'm feeling a bit better now. Hoping to get a good sleep.

Have you looked at the pics now? Ask if you can see the embie tomorrow - it helped me to see them!

Good luck for tomorrow morning. Let me know how you get on.

I think if I get a bfp then I think we would go in for a scan at 6 weeks or so, the possibly again at 8 weeks before being signed back over to GP/ normal antenatal etc xx

 

[TooExcited]

How did you get on Hun? Xx

 

[V2R]

Hey not good. My egg only reached stage 1 when it shouldve been at stage 8. I'm like thanks very much etc thinking get me the fuck out of here so I can have a cry, couldnt even ask any questions. Anyway hospital phoned me saying embryologist has arranged an emergancy appointment for Monday with the doctor so I'll see what they say then.

How are you feeling? Hope your feeling better today. Did you do much today? xx

 

[TooExcited]

I am so so sorry to hear that. Is hubby with you? I hope he is looking after you.

I'm glad they have got you in with the doc so quickly. It gives you the weekend to deal with what has happened and to start thinking of questions to ask. You did wonder if you had stimmed long enough didn't you? Do you get 3 cycles funded?

I am so sorry hun and am here if you need to chat or PM xx

 

[V2R]

Thanx....Yea I get 3 NHS funded treatments. My pal came with me today as we were under the impression it was straight forward pop it back in & away I go! She was in waiting room if I new it was bad news I would've taken her in the room with me. They knew yest the egg wasnt progressing so he could've phoned.
I'm not getting upset about it, it wont help any. xx

 

[TooExcited]

Morning Hun- how are you feeling this morning.

I think you are being incredibly strong. Don't be afraid to have a little cry and let the frustration go, you will feel better for it.

Have you been offered a counsellor at all by the hospital? I am seeing the one at mine and so far she has been extremely helpful normalising my feelings and frustrations. Something to ask about on Monday xx

 

[V2R]

Hey I'm ok went for a swim this morning. I'm more worried about my sore tummy just had to go shower as the crinone cream is coming out & like dried blood, freaked me right out! Disgusting.

Yea there is a counsellor but I'm 15 miles from hospital. I'm good it moving on it wont get on top of me. Not really looking forward to Monday at the moment I don't want to do it again but I'm sure I'll change my mind.

How are you feeling? Do you have good weather today? It's roasting here good excuse to have ice lollys & ice cream ;-) xx

 

[TooExcited]

Hello lovely lady - I'm good today thank you. It's roasting hot here today so am keeping cool inside and have been for a manicure and pedicure as a treat so I'm feeling nice and chilled now

Good for you at moving on - that's the healthiest approach you can have. I think you need some time out and I'm sure you will change your mind about not trying again. Your time will come my lovely, I'm certain of that.

Have you got any nice plans for the weekend? Xx

 

[Babybee86]

Hey girls. I have been reading all your posts (TooExcited &V2R). Can I join you here? I will be starting IVF soon. Have my first appointment at the fertility clinic on the 1st of August and will meet with the doc for the 1st time. I know I will do IVF. My husband's sperm is not good enough for IUI. I have a question for you: How long did it take until you actually started the IVF cycle? I wish you both so much luck and I will continue to follow your posts.

 

[TooExcited]

Hello babybee - of course you are welcome here!

We were first referred for ivf in February. We skipped iui too but more because my consultant didn't really think they are all that effective so better not to waste any time and get on with ivf.

Where are you having treatment? The waiting lists vary considerably around the uk. I was very lucky and we effectively started treatment straight away.

I was on the short protocol so started my cycle regulation in may and started stimming in June. I'm now in the dreaded 2ww.

I think if you can start the process with a very open mind and expect it to take several months ( the paperwork and funding application itself takes a couple of months, then there are tests to do which you have to wait for the results of before you can do anything...) so do lots of relaxation and I would recommend acupuncture if you can afford it.

I would also make sure you are getting your diet right now and stop drinking alcohol if you still are. You want to make sure you are putting everything in and not giving yourself room for the what ifs...

The girls on these boards are fantastic and the knowledge sharing is really helpful.

Keep in touch and good luck xx

 

[Babybee86]

Hey TooExcited,

I will be doing IVF in New York City. I just moved here from Louisiana (my husband is in the military and we move every three years). We started seeing a fertility specialist in Louisiana and had some testings done. My husband's result were pretty bad and he recommended IVF. He said that my chances were 60% with IVF because of the age. I am not very familiar with it. Does the age really matter? I hope that we get done soon with all the extra testing. I want to get this going. I actually am really positive and REALLY looking forward to this. August cant come fast enough WOWW I saw that you are in your 2ww. When will you test. What is your felling?

Did the whole procedure hurt? Physically? How often do they have to sedat you?

 

[Babybee86]

Yes I will stop with everything that could affect this procedure. I only dring a wine or cocktails whenever the ocations and I dont smoke. But like I said, anything that could affect this procedure I will stop.

 

[TooExcited]

It's great that you are excited about the process - that energy will get you through it.

Ah sorry I missed you were in the states. Does your insurance cover your treatment? If you are paying for it yourself you can probably move things as quickly as you want to.

I'm not testing for another 9 days I think. It's a long wait. I have no idea at the moment. They prescribe you with progesterone for the 2ww which gives you lots of pregnancy symptoms so I'm trying to just ignore everything & carry on with life. I've had 2 weeks off work and feel so much more relaxed so I hope that's positive at least.

I was sedated for egg collection but fully awake for transfer & I didn't feel a thing. Post EC was quite sore so you need some recovery time afterwards.

You age is on your side definitely - I'm 34 and its working against me!

Good luck xx

 

[Babybee86]

It's great that you are excited about the process - that energy will get you through it.

Ah sorry I missed you were in the states. Does your insurance cover your treatment? If you are paying for it yourself you can probably move things as quickly as you want to.

I'm not testing for another 9 days I think. It's a long wait. I have no idea at the moment. They prescribe you with progesterone for the 2ww which gives you lots of pregnancy symptoms so I'm trying to just ignore everything & carry on with life. I've had 2 weeks off work and feel so much more relaxed so I hope that's positive at least.

I was sedated for egg collection but fully awake for transfer & I didn't feel a thing. Post EC was quite sore so you need some recovery time afterwards.

You age is on your side definitely - I'm 34 and its working against me!

Good luck xx

I have a strange insurance. My insurance pays any testings before IVF, but IVF is not covered. So we will be paying for it. But I hope that way we can get everything done faster.

Wow 9 more days. You must be in hell right now. I will be stalking until you tested BFP.

So how many eggs did you have transferred? When is your next doc appointment?

 

[Babybee86]

Another question (sorry this is all so new to me). I saw on your signature line that 5 eggs were fertilized and 2 transferred. So what is with the other 3? Is it up to you how many you would like transferred?

 

[TooExcited]

Do you know what - I'm actually pretty chilled. I'm enjoying the time off the ivf to be honest!

Your health system is weird... We are very lucky to have the nhs in the uk. I have 2 funded rounds of ivf ( unless we get lucky with the first attempt in which case they stop funding)

Get your tests done ASAP so you can get the ball rolling.

My other 3 embies didn't make it, it's common that some stop developing and 3 of my 5 did just that. My brother and his wife had ivf and he told me to expect a 50% drop out at each stage which was about right for me. We had 10 eggs, 5 fertilised and 2 made it to 5 day transfer. We were due to only have 1 but the embryologist advised 2 so we went with their opinion. I don't think they could have frozen the other one so it was either transfer or wither so that one us on board too!

 

[Babybee86]

Wow thanks for the detailed explanations. I just looked into the website of my fertility clinic and they also have something called "Attain Program" You basically pay up front a certain amount for 3 fresh IVF cycles and 2 frozen cycles and if you don't get pregnant, you receive 70% of the amount you've paid back. I might look into that. But maybe my chances for getting pregnant the first time are not so low and I only need one cycle. I will see.

So you might be getting twins. Man this is getting more and more exciting. I can't wait to get your results.

I believe that I will be less stressed doing IVF also because I will have the whole pregnancy issue more under control and I will know that doctors will finally help us and monitor me.

 

[V2R]

Morning TooExcited. I booked in to get my nails done I've had no nice nails for two weeks as the hospital said no nailvarish. Always makes a girl feel better having nice nails. Glad you are feeling better. Whats your thoughts on going back to work on Monday? It's hot hot here again today I really should be out getting a tan but think I'll go clothes shopping You got any plans today? xx

Welcome Babybee, I feel my process has taken far too long with all the tests although I didnt expect the IVF protocol to be short so thats flown passed. NHS funds 3 cycles for me. Today is the 1st day I've woken with no pain in my left side I think it's been so sore as all my follicles were at that side. I got the impression the hospital were surprised that my ivf was a failure I'll see what the doctor says on Monday.
Is IVF expensive in the states? Do you have any kids? Good luck it's the waiting for appointments that are torture xx

 

[TooExcited]

Morning - I was exactly the same - took all mine off for collection as instructed so waited until I could have it put back on properly and feel much better for it plus the foot massage I got was divine!

So do not want to go back to work. Despite being in pain for quite a few of my days off I have loved not being in work. My job is quite stressful (probably why we needed ivf in the first place if I'm honest ) and I have barely given it a second thought!

It's saying 28 degrees here today - and I can't sunbathe - it just sucks!!! Get yourself to the shops and buy some treats - that sounds like a lovely idea. I don't have much planned, off to collect my wedding and engagement rings from the jewellers which are being cleaned and re-plated so looking forward to having them back and all shiny!

Let me know what you buy xx

 

[V2R]

Oh foot massage I must have one done but I have bad bunions lol I think my feet are so bad as I used to do Highland Dancing.
The sunshine disappeared after 10am! It's been a little chilly. I bought a long blue dress for my friends wedding reduced £60 to £30 & a new bed throw with matching pillow £100 reduced to £30. I love a bargain.
My o/h is away camping tonight, it's nice to have a bit of time on my own even though yest I wasnt keen on him leaving me.

Is your rings all buffed up & shiny? You will miss them if you wear them all the time. I'm terrible I never wear my engagement ring! It's always nice to be away from work remember you could always take a few more days off. Dont get yourself all stressed.xx