2014 IVFs!

[Deepsea]

Wow what a busy day with everyone's updates, things are really picking up for everyone.

Hello- 11 eggs is a great number, FX for you! Can't wait for the fertization report!

Tulip- Time does really slow down when we are waiting for the IVF process to start, but once the stims and shots start its crazy. Very busy couple of weeks.

Miracle- Is this the start of a BFP??? Hopefully that line will get darker in the next couple days!!!

Breaking- 12 follies and still time to go, sounds promising!

Nobump- Hang in there, I hope those ovaries of yours kick into gear and start cooperating.

Barb- How did you manage 2 cycles to my 1 cycle??? I truly hope this one sticks for you! We need som BFP in this thread!

AFM, trying to work one last shift (I work nights) before my ET tomorrow morning. I've had an upset stomach since this morning, but I think I've finally linked it to the antibiotic they have me on... Not sure if I can stomach the last dose. Starting to get nervous. FX for the tww ahead of me.

 

[nobump]

Thanks for all replies, doctor just said to continue what I'm taking and to come back. Nurse I saw afterwards was quite direct and did make me want to ask questions. I am all ready on max dose so hopefully time will help. Opting to work from home for the next couple of days, hopefully that will help as well.

Deepsea good luck for your transfer, have you got time off afterwards?

Barbs are you putting your feet up? Or just carrying on?

Thanks again everyone.

 

[Deepsea]

I'm fortunate with my work schedule that I will have the next week off of work. I have 24 hrs of bedrest then can resume normal activity. My mom is in town and helping out quit a bit as my DH works a month at a time out of the country and is missing all of this.

 

[Izzie74]

Tulip - Yay! You started!! Trust me, it'll go by quick and your ER will be here before you know it!!!!!!!

I just had my ER this morning. Out of 14 eggs, drs retrieved 11. My dr says that they're looking good and sounds positive. We'll find out more tomorrow.

Fantastic. Good luck

 

[Izzie74]

Izzie - Barb had hers right away. She just did her ER for her FET cycle yesterday.

I figured it would only take a few days after stopping progesterone.

That's what I thought too. Sure hope so as having period type pains and boobs aching. Perhaps they meant 4-6 days?

 

[Izzie74]

Izzy, I got my period four days after I stopped Progesterone.
I don't know why you got that time line?!

No bump, things can change. I'm sorry it's hard. We all have hopes things should work as expected. Have you ever had ovulatory issues?

I am one day post my first FET!
Only had to thaw one embie
FX this is it.

Hoping they meant 4-6 days not weeks. Meeting dr today to discuss fet, so will ask.

 

[Peachy1584]

Izzie it was also only a couple days after for me as well

 

[Izzie74]

Consultant said I had a Chemical pregnancy. That somehow makes me feel worse than just the IVF not working.

We now have to decide whether to do another fresh cycle or use our frostie. He said its down to us to decide, but he seemed to lean towards fresh. More expensive, higher chance of embryo, more potentially to freeze for future.

We thought we would use the frozen one otherwise what was the point of freezing it. Lots to discuss tonight!

What do you girls think?

 

[nobump]

Izzie have seen others say that you can get a better result from a FET. Your body goes through less stress. How many eggs do you have frozen?

 

[barbikins]

I had a chemical pregnancy and so I would say I got my period two weeks after my period would have been due. Your hcg levels need to be zero and then AF will arrive.
Didn't you say your hcg was 4?!

 

[Izzie74]

I had a chemical pregnancy and so I would say I got my period two weeks after my period would have been due. Your hcg levels need to be zero and then AF will arrive.
Didn't you say your hcg was 4?!

Af arrived today. Got to go back on Monday to get retested to make sure down.

 

[Izzie74]

Izzie have seen others say that you can get a better result from a FET. Your body goes through less stress. How many eggs do you have frozen?

That's another issue. We only have one embryo ...

 

[tulip1975]

I'm starting day 5 of stims today, ultrasound and bloodwork this morning. I have 18 follicles total, and the lead three are 12, 11, and 10. Doc seems happy with the lining and the progress so far.

 

[tulip1975]

Izzie - that's a close call, but I don't think you can make a wrong decision here.

 

[Peachy1584]

Yay Tulip on your progress!!

Izzie of course only you can decide what's right for you but as for me I have 1 3AA still frozen and am now doing a fresh cycle. For me I felt that since the others didn't work out how I wanted and were better quality it just made sense even financially to start again. Now we are doing a warranty program so if we do have frozen we have to use them before doing another fresh. If you are staying with the same clinic and end up having another one frozen and later decide to a frozen cycle you could use both. Something to think about bit as always tough decisions..

 

[nobump]

Tulip - that fab progress!

Izzie - I like what Peachy has said, would that be an option? do a fresh cycle see if you end up with more to freeze?

 

[MiracleAngel]

Tulip- Fingers crossed so everything will be great during your steaming process!

Barb... Sending you a lot of baby dust for you!!!

I am a little down... I tested this morning and there was just a very faint line. It's getting lighter and lighter every day. I think is still the HCG from the shot leaving my body... I am 7dp5dt today and I wish I could see the lines getting darker...

 

[barbikins]

Izzy, I'm glad AF arrived b/c now you can move on quickly!
It's difficult when you have one embie left. I hope it works for you.
Fingers are crossed! I'd use the frozen before going for another Fresh b/c it's a lot of money & you've already paid to have it frozen. But I understand there are a lot of 'what if's' associated to it.

Thank you, Miracle! I am keeping super busy this week thankfully.
I'm trying not to google too much tee hee
I am sorry - you're right, it would likely get darker at this point right? It's like being 12dpo. You can only hold onto hope. That's what you have to have.
It's stressful. I'm goign to test too but I'm stressed at not seeing two lines AGAIN.

 

[babey]

Hey ladies! I'm new to the ivf forum... I had an ectopic in August 2013 and my fallopian tubes are badly damaged so very unlikely I will convieve naturally
My partner and I have just been referred to a specialist and started the process with regards to ivf and just undergoing all of the blood tests / semen analysis / ultrasounds etc. they said I will probably need to have my tubes removed before ivf. Is this normal?
We have a follow up appointment on 25th march.. I'm very excited!

Xx

 

[Deepsea]

Izzie - what a tough choice. If finances aren't a problem maybe a fresh cycle to up your chances at high quality embryos. But FET is much easier in your body and cheaper, and I think if it were me I'd lean towards this option. But go with your gut instinct. You'll know what's right for you.

Tulip- progressing nicely! 18 follicles is quite impressive!

We'll I'm officially PUPO!!! It's surreal. Transferred 2 full stage blastocysts (my clinics grading). Doctor said everything was looking perfect. OTD is February 28.