30 something and TTC #1 for a year
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Hey girls.
So much going on!
Future...thank you for popping in and sharing your wonderful news...she's beautiful!
delilah...21 weeks...time really does fly. Im glad you are having an easy pregnancy.
Mk - I see your fs appt is coming up. I hope you are able to get that hsg scheduled finally! Did you do 6 rounds of clomid? Unmonitored I assume.
Cupcake, if I remember correctly your fs appt is in may and you're hoping for iui recommendation. Of course I hope you get a bfp before then, but if not, crossing my fingers you get the go ahead to move forward w iui. I don't remember, if dh SA was a problem for u. I don't think it was...
Aleja - wow! Im sure it doesn't seem this way to u, but to me, u are having quick progress. Im pretty ignorant when it comes to icsi... I saw you have 16 eggs. ?! Now what? Great that you'll get 1/2 your money back from your govt.
Gettingbroody - ugh! I hope they call you soon to schedule your appt. Waiting for someone else is the worst! Is ur appt to start the isci process?
MrsP- I believe you are in similar boat as mk. Done w clomid and waiting for fs. Do u expect iui is your next step?
Anyone I missed - hello!
As for me, started cycle 16, 2 days ago.
was not surprised in the least. 18 month mark is 2 weeks away. Pretty disappointing. DH said he'll go get his blood work done this week. Believe it when I see it. I haven't been back to FS since December. They probably already put my file away. I can't believe so much time has gone by. Basically FS told me to get a bunch of stuff done. I did. DH had to get second SA done (he doesn't want to, doesn't see the point) and needs to get basic blood work done. Doctors nurse told me to tell DH he had to do the blood work or we couldn't move forward with anything. She said the dr can talk to dh about second SA. Anyway, here we are. In DH defense we were dealt a pretty hard blow in december (death in family). So we're recovering, trying to figure out our lives.
My only point is...if I was 25, sure let's put this on hold for awhile. But at 31, I feel we just need to roll with it.
Anyway, that's me.
Hugs to all.
So much going on!
Future...thank you for popping in and sharing your wonderful news...she's beautiful!
delilah...21 weeks...time really does fly. Im glad you are having an easy pregnancy.
Mk - I see your fs appt is coming up. I hope you are able to get that hsg scheduled finally! Did you do 6 rounds of clomid? Unmonitored I assume.
Cupcake, if I remember correctly your fs appt is in may and you're hoping for iui recommendation. Of course I hope you get a bfp before then, but if not, crossing my fingers you get the go ahead to move forward w iui. I don't remember, if dh SA was a problem for u. I don't think it was...
Aleja - wow! Im sure it doesn't seem this way to u, but to me, u are having quick progress. Im pretty ignorant when it comes to icsi... I saw you have 16 eggs. ?! Now what? Great that you'll get 1/2 your money back from your govt.
Gettingbroody - ugh! I hope they call you soon to schedule your appt. Waiting for someone else is the worst! Is ur appt to start the isci process?
MrsP- I believe you are in similar boat as mk. Done w clomid and waiting for fs. Do u expect iui is your next step?
Anyone I missed - hello!
As for me, started cycle 16, 2 days ago.
was not surprised in the least. 18 month mark is 2 weeks away. Pretty disappointing. DH said he'll go get his blood work done this week. Believe it when I see it. I haven't been back to FS since December. They probably already put my file away. I can't believe so much time has gone by. Basically FS told me to get a bunch of stuff done. I did. DH had to get second SA done (he doesn't want to, doesn't see the point) and needs to get basic blood work done. Doctors nurse told me to tell DH he had to do the blood work or we couldn't move forward with anything. She said the dr can talk to dh about second SA. Anyway, here we are. In DH defense we were dealt a pretty hard blow in december (death in family). So we're recovering, trying to figure out our lives.My only point is...if I was 25, sure let's put this on hold for awhile. But at 31, I feel we just need to roll with it.
Anyway, that's me.
Hugs to all.
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Hey MrsG!
Sorry to hear you're in a bit of a limbo at the moment. My dh was dragging his heels about testing at the start too. I think that if we hadn't been diagnosed with any actual problems then he would have been happy to keep trying indefinitely without looking for medical intervention. But because we have a very specific issue he sees that there's no point in that now. I think it helped that the doctor rang him herself with the results and told him we'd have to have ivf/icsi. If he had just heard it from me then he might have tried to put it off for another while... So, I know where you're coming from. Hope things get moving for you soon.
Still no phone call from the FS! She'd better ring tomor!! So impatient now! If I don't get an appointment in the next two weeks then I presume we'll have to wait another cycle...
Aleja, I've seen EPU mentioned a few times in relation to icsi. I figure it means the egg retrieval process but what exactly does it stand for? (the BnB abbreviations page says Early Pregnancy Unit but that doesn't sound like the same EPU!)
Mk8, happy bd'ing!!
Cupcake and MrsP - how are things with you?!
Hi ladies
EPU - egg pick up! (egg retrieval )
I know IvF has a whole lot of acronyms I had to quickly learn !
Hello MrsG sorry to hear about your predicament . Dealing with fertity woes is bad enough let alone when you are also grieving a loved one. You are still ok at 31 but time seems to fly and you dont want to be like me and feel that time is slipping away at 34 . I would take up the offer to get the nurse or doctor to talk to your DH . My DH was the same so it's a common theme for scared men !
I am not recovering too well from EPU and trigger shot. The trigger injected hcg into my system to stimulate ovulation and because I had so many eggs released I now have mild OHss ( ovulation hyper stimulation syndrome) I am very bloated and ovaries still sore. My FS warned me that if there is any sign of Ohss on Saturday he will not do a transfer as too risky. I could end up very sick if the embryo becomes a pregnancy and worst case scenario I end up in hospital. I am so disappointed but I'm praying that I will some embies to freeze.
EPU - egg pick up! (egg retrieval )
I know IvF has a whole lot of acronyms I had to quickly learn !
Hello MrsG sorry to hear about your predicament . Dealing with fertity woes is bad enough let alone when you are also grieving a loved one. You are still ok at 31 but time seems to fly and you dont want to be like me and feel that time is slipping away at 34 . I would take up the offer to get the nurse or doctor to talk to your DH . My DH was the same so it's a common theme for scared men !
I am not recovering too well from EPU and trigger shot. The trigger injected hcg into my system to stimulate ovulation and because I had so many eggs released I now have mild OHss ( ovulation hyper stimulation syndrome) I am very bloated and ovaries still sore. My FS warned me that if there is any sign of Ohss on Saturday he will not do a transfer as too risky. I could end up very sick if the embryo becomes a pregnancy and worst case scenario I end up in hospital. I am so disappointed but I'm praying that I will some embies to freeze.
Aleja, I'm sorry... When will you know for sure?
Gettingbroody - I bet they'll call you today!
Thanks girls for your support. I think the problem here is DH first SA was considered "normal" by his urologist. Who didn't explain the #s to us. I only have the #s because I called and asked for them. So in DH head - it's "normal" -- what's the big deal? Well when you actually look at them, . they're not that good! So of course they want to do another one. Especially since the last one he did was LAST May. Holy crap, almost a year ago. Stubborn DH!
Gettingbroody - I bet they'll call you today!
Thanks girls for your support. I think the problem here is DH first SA was considered "normal" by his urologist. Who didn't explain the #s to us. I only have the #s because I called and asked for them. So in DH head - it's "normal" -- what's the big deal? Well when you actually look at them, . they're not that good! So of course they want to do another one. Especially since the last one he did was LAST May. Holy crap, almost a year ago. Stubborn DH!
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Aw so sorry you're not well Aleja. Will be keeping my fingers and toes crossed that everything calms down in time for the transfer. Have they told you how the eggs are developing?
Have they told you how the eggs are developing?Hi ladies, mrsG I think you may have posted your DH's first SA results a few months ago. Can u give a brief update of what they were? I can see why a mere male would just accept the 'normal' result without questioning . My DH wasn't interested in figures and numbers either he just knows he has a small amount of sperm and they are lazy swimmers !! I am the one who gets all worked up about the actual numbers.
MrsB did they call? Suspense is killing us all !
I spoke to clinic today. The embies are still growing 11 are good 4 are lagging behind. I will find out on Saturday whether the transfer goes ahead . The FS will check my levels are symptoms and give a verdict
MrsB did they call? Suspense is killing us all !
I spoke to clinic today. The embies are still growing 11 are good 4 are lagging behind. I will find out on Saturday whether the transfer goes ahead . The FS will check my levels are symptoms and give a verdict
I think the problem is the motile ones are all slow.
But this test is almost a year old. One of my doctors even said yes it might be "normal" but that could've been a good day. New results could even be worse. (Of course they could also be better. But if there were super sperm in there, wouldn't I be preggo by now?)
Morph 4% (>4% normal forms strict criteria)
concentration 20mil (>15 mil normal)
volume 1.5 ml (>1.5 mil normal)
Motile 40% (>40% normal) (Progressive-slow 70%, non-progressive 30%)
But this test is almost a year old. One of my doctors even said yes it might be "normal" but that could've been a good day. New results could even be worse. (Of course they could also be better. But if there were super sperm in there, wouldn't I be preggo by now?)
Morph 4% (>4% normal forms strict criteria)
concentration 20mil (>15 mil normal)
volume 1.5 ml (>1.5 mil normal)
Motile 40% (>40% normal) (Progressive-slow 70%, non-progressive 30%)
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My DH isn't interested in the numbers either... I studied them for hours and he still hasn't so much as glanced at them!
Glad to hear the embies are still developing Aleja!!
Keep growing little eggies!!!
So finally have a bit of news on my side! Spoke to the FS nurse today. She said there was a bit of a delay cos the clinicians had to review our results and ok us for treatment. Bad news is that my blood work is out of date cos it was done over 6 months ago... So will have to get my cd 2 and 21 bloods done again with my gp and also viral bloods. Can't go to see the FS until the results are all in so my appointment is for May 15th. Seems like aaaages away!! I had hoped I'd be starting the whole icsi process in 2 weeks on my next cycle but no chance of that now!! More waiting...
Glad to hear the embies are still developing Aleja!!
Keep growing little eggies!!! So finally have a bit of news on my side! Spoke to the FS nurse today. She said there was a bit of a delay cos the clinicians had to review our results and ok us for treatment. Bad news is that my blood work is out of date cos it was done over 6 months ago... So will have to get my cd 2 and 21 bloods done again with my gp and also viral bloods. Can't go to see the FS until the results are all in so my appointment is for May 15th. Seems like aaaages away!! I had hoped I'd be starting the whole icsi process in 2 weeks on my next cycle but no chance of that now!! More waiting...
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Hi ladies, I’ve got a lot to catch up on!
Cupcake – hope you get your IUI hun!
Aleja – really sorry about your OHSS A BnB friend of mine had a ridiculous amount of eggs, and she’s been told she’s at risk of OHSS as well, and they may not be able to do the transfer. I really hope that’s not the case and you get PUPO! (pregnant until proven otherwise for those of you that don’t know – I had to ask first time I heard it ) Brilliant that 11 embies are growing well!
MrsG – yes hopefully IUI next! I’m really excited for next week, but a bit anxious in case he sends me back with more clomid, or the IUI or IVF waiting lists are ridiculous! The 18 month mark is always hard hun I hope DH gets his bloods done. My DH was the same about a second SA but eventually got it done last month, his first one was also in May! The 2nd SA for DH was better in some areas worse in others, but still “normal” so same as you are thinking – why am I not preggo?
Gettingbroody – I’m ok thanks, just waiting to ovulate but I’ve had quite a bit EWCM, well, little bits over about 4 days and lots today which is great and just goes to show clomid really dried me up! Sorry you’ve got a delay on your ICSI, bloody red tape!
Hi to everyone else :wave:
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Cupcake – hope you get your IUI hun!
Aleja – really sorry about your OHSS
A BnB friend of mine had a ridiculous amount of eggs, and she’s been told she’s at risk of OHSS as well, and they may not be able to do the transfer. I really hope that’s not the case and you get PUPO! (pregnant until proven otherwise for those of you that don’t know – I had to ask first time I heard it ) Brilliant that 11 embies are growing well! MrsG – yes hopefully IUI next! I’m really excited for next week, but a bit anxious in case he sends me back with more clomid, or the IUI or IVF waiting lists are ridiculous! The 18 month mark is always hard hun
I hope DH gets his bloods done. My DH was the same about a second SA but eventually got it done last month, his first one was also in May! The 2nd SA for DH was better in some areas worse in others, but still “normal” so same as you are thinking – why am I not preggo?Gettingbroody – I’m ok thanks, just waiting to ovulate
but I’ve had quite a bit EWCM, well, little bits over about 4 days and lots today which is great and just goes to show clomid really dried me up! Sorry you’ve got a delay on your ICSI, bloody red tape! Hi to everyone else :wave:
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Hello ladies hope everyone having a relaxing weekend.
MrsG those SA results are good and very suitable for a IUI I am sure that's what the FS will suggest.
MrsP surely the FS will not send you away for more
Clomid after 18 months that would be very mean . Those are long waiting lists for IvF but hopefully you will not need it. Hope you are taking advantage of your EWCM. You go girl!
Broody 15th may isn't too far away its 3 weeks ? Once you see the FS and ICsi is confirmed it can all happen quickly if all your tests are up to date.
Well I managed to avoid Ohss and had my transfer this morning . I have a little blastocyst on board !
I will find out tomorrow how may they can freeze . Hope it sticks!
MrsG those SA results are good and very suitable for a IUI I am sure that's what the FS will suggest.
MrsP surely the FS will not send you away for more
Clomid after 18 months that would be very mean . Those are long waiting lists for IvF but hopefully you will not need it. Hope you are taking advantage of your EWCM. You go girl!
Broody 15th may isn't too far away its 3 weeks ? Once you see the FS and ICsi is confirmed it can all happen quickly if all your tests are up to date.
Well I managed to avoid Ohss and had my transfer this morning . I have a little blastocyst on board !
I will find out tomorrow how may they can freeze . Hope it sticks!GettingBroody
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Oh yay, that's fantastic news Aleja!!! Sending you buckets of sticky dust! Fx'd your 
is just around the corner!!!!
is just around the corner!!!! GettingBroody
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Just wondering Aleja, was it your choice or theirs to only transfer one?
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Yay aleja that's brilliant news!! 
How long will it be before you know any news? x
P.s I don't think he'll give me more clomid unless its with IUI, but you never know, he's not been very nice so far! Hoping for more progesterone tests too...
How long will it be before you know any news? x P.s I don't think he'll give me more clomid unless its with IUI, but you never know, he's not been very nice so far! Hoping for more progesterone tests too...
Thanks gals! the clinic rang this morning and they froze 4 of my blasties the rest stopped growing or quality not up to scratch . They only freeze the very best ones as the others probably wouldn't survive the thawing . I feel relieved that at least we have some in storage in case this this one doesn't stick.
Broody it wasn't my choice to put a single one back. The FS made me sign consent for one only. He scared the crap out of us about multiple births and the risks involved. This is pretty standard in Australia and they will only do double transfer if all the embies are very poor quality. The idea of twins is really cute and appealing to me (instant family!)but at this point all i want is one healthy baby
MrsP I hope your FS is not mean to you when see him and he has some bright new ideas x
Broody it wasn't my choice to put a single one back. The FS made me sign consent for one only. He scared the crap out of us about multiple births and the risks involved. This is pretty standard in Australia and they will only do double transfer if all the embies are very poor quality. The idea of twins is really cute and appealing to me (instant family!)but at this point all i want is one healthy baby
MrsP I hope your FS is not mean to you when see him and he has some bright new ideas x
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Thanks aleja. I hope so too, really excited now. Need to get my list of questions ready...
Interesting they would only put 1 in, a US bnb friend (a different one to the last 1 I mentioned) got 3 put in! I think the 3rd wasn't the best quality. Luckily only 1 stuck - can you imagine triplets?!
. Brilliant news you got 4 frozen, sounds like a good number to me
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Interesting they would only put 1 in, a US bnb friend (a different one to the last 1 I mentioned) got 3 put in! I think the 3rd wasn't the best quality. Luckily only 1 stuck - can you imagine triplets?!
. Brilliant news you got 4 frozen, sounds like a good number to me x
tonight, yay! 
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Aleja hope the blastcyst sticks, excited for you. Fingers crossed.
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