Anyone doing FET/IVF in Jan 2013 till everyone's BFP (Everyone Welcome)

[MoBaby]

Nope. 11 more bcp first then hope I bleed then I can go in.

I haven't had anymore unusual bleeding since the third pill except minor spotting sunday so maybe it's working?? Idk. Thanks for asking!

 

[Turkey16]

Hey everybody!! Got the good news today that Aetna reversed their decision, and we are good to go with IVF!!! Ahhhhh!!! The mock transfer went really well, and other than feeling nauseous from the BCPs, I think I'm in good shape. My baseline appt is set for next Thursday. I guess that means I start the Lupron on Friday. It all seems so real now!! Guess I have to go back and re-read all the meds paperwork!! Is it as much work as it seems??? Please tell me it just takes a little getting used to...

YAY! Congrats! Yes it will be a little overwhelming all the instructions and the meds, and what you do when. I found it easier to just focus on each step. What you needed to do for that particular timeframe. So the first step is the Lupron shot. Then once you are comfortable with that step, then look to the next step which is transitioning to the stim phase, etc. I bet you are excited! Good luck!!!

Hey Alicat! Thanks for the awesome advice. I'm looking at everything one step at a time. Thanks for always being so encouraging. I'm trying to understand everything that you and all the other girls are doing, but it's gonna take some time on my part...please just know I am pulling for you and sending positive vibes every day!!!! Thanks again!!!

 

[Turkey16]

Cali - I said it in the other thread but congrats again on being PUPO!

Lotus - I wouldn't worry about the beta too much. I haven't ever been in your position but from what I've read anything over 100 is good Try not to stress too much!

Em - congrats girl, I think it's a BFP!

Sandy - your WTF appointment is on my birthday! I hope your doctor can give you some answers then!

Turkey - that's amazing that Atena reversed their decision! How did you guys get them to do that?! They wouldn't do it for me

First - Congrats on being PUPO and that survival rate is amazing!! FX'd for you!

ever - I'm happy to hear that your procedure wasn't too painful today! April will come so quickly!

AFM - I went in this morning to get my progesterone checked and it's at 34 which is good. I also found out that they were able to freeze one of the embryos so we have 1 ! I just want to dance around and scream. I know it's not a lot but I just feel so good that I will be able to do one FET before going through the whole IVF process again! I've been thinking though. I only have IVF coverage through April of next year ... so do you girls think it would maybe be smart to go through the 2 remaning fresh cycles that I have covered and freeze whatever is good? That way at least I have frosties for when that part of my insurance coverage is no longer usable?

Hi Ash...so excited that you're excited!!! That's great news about your frostie! I'm not sure how my doc managed to get Aetna to rethink, but it might be because I've got a couple o' years on you lady!!! I just hit the big 4-0, so maybe he used that as his argument...not sure, but I'm definitely relieved!!! Thanks for being so helpful and supportive!! This IVF business is new to me, but I think I'd agree with the other girls to go for the fresh cycle/s that are covered, especially since you have plenty of baby-making years ahead of you!! Of course I have no idea how many children you'd like, but it just seems to make more sense. Please take my advice with a grain of salt as I'm new to all this, but I did want to show my support. Hope you are feeling great!!!

 

[Sandy83]

Nope. 11 more bcp first then hope I bleed then I can go in.

I haven't had anymore unusual bleeding since the third pill except minor spotting sunday so maybe it's working?? Idk. Thanks for asking!

Fx'd it is working and the bleeding previously was just a way of your body getting back to normal and ready for your next cycle. xx

 

[Em260]

Ash - I would do another fresh and get some more frosties. That's our plan too. We're trying two IUIs but will do another fresh before we use our frosties. If we had insurance coverage for IVF we would be doing that instead of IUI right now. But hopefully this whole discussion won't be necessary because you will get your BFP this cycle and can use that frostie for a sibling later!

Turkey - congrats on getting IVF coverage!! That is such great news!! The meds can seem overwhelming at first but like Ali said, just concentrate on each step. It gets easier as you go along. You'll be a pro soon.

Mo - Fx the bcp will keep doing the trick and your cycle can get back on track.

Ever - glad your scratch went well and wasn't too painful. Come on April!!

AFM - AF arrived last night so this cycle was a bust I had some cramping yesterday afternoon and spotting but I was still holding out a little hope. Just to torture myself a little I POAS again this morning and I still have the same lines as the last two days. So not sure if this is my trigger lingering or I'm having a chemical. Either way BFN

We won't be cycling this month because we're taking a vacation to Miami the week after next and will be away when I would need to go in for ultrasounds and the IUI. Part of me wants to cycle again right away but the other part knows I need a break. These past four months I've done two back to back IVFs, an IUI and had major abdominal surgery. I think this vacation is needed. Maybe we'll get lucky and have a vacation surprise bfp! Haha jk

 

[Sandy83]

Em, So sorry to hear AF showed, I had my fx'd this was the cycle for you. I really think it's good for you to have a break give your body a rest and also your emotions and spend sometime just you and OH. xx

 

[MoBaby]

Em those test were promising! Sooo sorry af arrived. I've found the trigger stays in me around 12 days. A break sounds good as you've been through a lot the past 6 months! Enjoy your vacation. You could get a natural bfp!! You have a working ovary so it can happen! I hope it does

 

[Em260]

Em those test were promising! Sooo sorry af arrived. I've found the trigger stays in me around 12 days. A break sounds good as you've been through a lot the past 6 months! Enjoy your vacation. You could get a natural bfp!! You have a working ovary so it can happen! I hope it does

Thanks, Mo. What kind of a trigger did you use? I only used one cartridge of Ovidrel which is 6500 IU hcg and today I'm 13dp trigger so I'm surprised it could hang around this long. For IVF I used two cartridges of Ovidrel. Not that it really matters now but I'm just curious.

 

[FirstTry]

I'm so sorry to hear that, Em. Is it full AF? I still think it's too late to be the trigger. A chemical seems possible. Hey, that's closer than I ever got using IUI. A break sounds healthy, emotionally and physically.

 

[FirstTry]

So, I went to eat some pineapple this morning and it turns out that DH ate the entire pineapple! He didn't know what it was for.

 

[Em260]

I'm so sorry to hear that, Em. Is it full AF? I still think it's too late to be the trigger. A chemical seems possible. Hey, that's closer than I ever got using IUI. A break sounds healthy, emotionally and physically.

Thanks, First. It's definitely full AF . I think if it was my trigger the FRERs would be getting lighter and instead they got darker and then have stayed the same for the past two days. Yeah I definitely need a break...and some sun!

Can't believe your DH ate your pineapple!! That is so something my DH would do too haha!

 

[MoBaby]

Em I use 2 pens so I would think 1 would be gone quicker! Maybe it was a chemical

 

[L4hope]

Em sorry this cycle didn't work out. A vacation sounds like a fabulous idea after all you've been through.

First that cracks me up your dh ate the WHOLE pineapple!! Men!

Ash I agree with everyone, IF needed I would do the fresh cycles and stock up on frosties if you can do that. I wish I could have done that. I'm hoping and praying that everything goes well tomorrow. But there's a tiny part of me that's sad I have no frosties for a future sibling. But it is what it is, and if I'm only meant to have one child I will be grateful for the blessing.

 

[Sandy83]

L4, i'm sure everything will be fine tomorrow looking forward to your update xx

 

[Flowermal]

Hello ladies, mind if I join in?
An intro on myself: I'm 33 this month and DH will be 35.. Been ttc for 2 years.
Have blocked tubes so IVF is my best bet.

This is my first fresh cycle.
Have been on BCPs for the last 2 weeks and just had my first Lupron jab today.
Will b goin for my baseline scan on 20th.

Good luck to everyone going through the process and congrats to all of you lovely ladies who have had the BFPs

 

[Sandy83]

Welcome Flowemal

You will find this thread very supportive and helpful thought the whole IVF process

Good luck with your cycle xx

 

[MoBaby]

L4 can't wait for your update!! I'm sure little beanie is fine!!! im with you if I'm only meant to have just 1 then that will be it. I would like my next frostie to stick and have 1 more but if it takes all 3 to get 1 baby then that will be it and I will be grateful for that baby will have bunch of close cousins

 

[Turkey16]

Hello ladies, mind if I join in?
An intro on myself: I'm 33 this month and DH will be 35.. Been ttc for 2 years.
Have blocked tubes so IVF is my best bet.

This is my first fresh cycle.
Have been on BCPs for the last 2 weeks and just had my first Lupron jab today.
Will b goin for my baseline scan on 20th.

Good luck to everyone going through the process and congrats to all of you lovely ladies who have had the BFPs

Hey there Flowermal!! I'm new here too...everyone is soooo nice and knowledgeable!! I start my "Lupron jab" a week from today, so we're pretty close!! How did the first shot go?? Any side effects?? I'm only on BCPs right now and I'm already an emotional mess!! Sigh. Best of luck and welcome!!

 

[L4hope]

Welcome flowermal! I'm sure you will find this thread very helpful as you journey through the IVF process.

Sandy and Mo thanks for the encouragement. I'm trying to think positively but truthfully I'm very nervous. Less than 24 hours now!

 

[ashknowsbest]

Em - so sorry the damn showed ....

Flowermal - Welcome to the group!

AFM ... 3dp5dt and waiting patiently keeping busy!