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

[Em260]

Sweetness that's amazing!! congrats!!


Everyone else.. so I got my second beta today after my first amazing one,, and it looks as though my hcg level isn't doubling anymore.... She said that my sonogram looked great and that they are happy my numbers are still rising, but of course I'm being paranoid after the last MC... so my first beta was at 12dp5dt= 777......and today's beta at 17dp5dt= 3706. I was expecting at least 4500.....but who am I to expect anything? Am I being over scrutinizing or should I be worried.. please be honest ladies... I can take it!

I think your numbers look great! Plus the doctor is happy with everything and I'm sure they would have told you if they were worried. Now to wait for the next one. I swear this journey is one big hurry up and wait exercise.

 

[Em260]

Mo - so glad everything went well today and the anesthesia thing turned out to be a mistake. I've read a ton of positive things about the endometrial biopsy Hopefully this is just what you needed and you'll be on your way to a BFP!

 

[MoBaby]

em and ali: good luck tomorrow!! what time are the scans??

 

[Em260]

Mine is at 7am so 10 hrs to go!

 

[Turkey16]

Mine is at 7am so 10 hrs to go!

Good luck tomorrow Em! I can't wait to hear details!

 

[alicatt]

em and ali: good luck tomorrow!! what time are the scans??

Mo.. glad all went well! Sounds like the procedure was a success!

My scan isn't until Wednesday I can hardly wait! It's 37 hours from now!

 

[Turkey16]

Great news Sweet! Your twins look amazing! One looks like a monkey though.. with a long curly tail.. I know it isn't, but it's funny the images you can see when looking at them! I bet you are so very relieved and excited!

Oh Miss Alicatt...who'd a thunk it?? Ultrasound tomorrow...just reminiscing about "Paging Dr. Alicatt" and all the help you've given all of us on so many occasions...well it's your turn my dear!! If I'm this excited, I can't even fathom how excited you are..between you & Em I'm feeling a little like tomorrow is Christmas!! It seriously is such a thrill checking this thread these days...9 days of school left means its ok to check my phone now and then...or every five minutes, right?!?! BEST OF LUCK!!!! xo

 

[Turkey16]

em and ali: good luck tomorrow!! what time are the scans??

Mo.. glad all went well! Sounds like the procedure was a success!

My scan isn't until Wednesday I can hardly wait! It's 37 hours from now!

Awwh man...just saw this post!! Please apply everything I said to Wednesday!!! I'll take two Christmases in a row!!!

 

[Turkey16]

Thanks all... i wish numbers could just be amazing for once and not borderline! I feel like my patience and heart are being tested.... now the dreaded wait until the next sono.....

BabyD, I think your beta is fine & dandy, but I hear you about the numbers "just being amazing for once". I also relate to that feeling of being tested, but if you think about it though, aren't we all being tested? This boat we're all on tends to give bumpy rides...ya know? You are so strong, and you are VERY MUCH pregnant sister!! The waiting is unbearable and scary as hell, but hold onto hope and think PMA! PMA! When do you go in next??

 

[Turkey16]

Hey MoBaby...glad your appt today was good...slightly wacky, but successful for sure!! I am hoping that your luck is as good as all the other gals around here who've undergone that scratch business...I have a good feeling about you lady!

Sandy...how are you feeling? Any more telltale signs of anything?? OTD is Wed? Can't remember whether or not you're a POAS fan??

Mells...what's the latest with you? Everything going ok with the donor? Do you have any contact with her, or is it all done through the RE? It's so amazing and so darn likely to work!!! WOOOOT!! It's soooo exciting! How are the meds treating you?

Brandy...Lupron begins end of this week, right? Is this your first IVF cycle? I know you mentioned having older children...you definitely seem to know a lot about it, but I'm not exactly sure what your story is though. Either way, good luck...this seems to be the BFP thread for sure!

Sweetness...over the moon for ya! Such great news you got today, and babyD, FirstTry, Em, Ali, 2Girls...your dreams are coming true, how incredible is that??

L4, Wanna and BabiesImready..hope you are feeling great!

Hope your feeling ok Sekky...you too Anxiously, Lucie, ttcbaby, edamame, ever, flowermal, ash, lotus and anybody else who's bouncing back (or trying to bounce back) from sadness associated with this whole process. We'll all get there!!! xoxoxo Sorry if I left anybody out...I do think of you all a lot.

AFM...I have my "WTF" appt. tomorrow!!! Cant wait to learn more about this EPP Protocol. Still haven't gotten my period though! Was sure AF was right around the corner LAST Sunday. Talk about WTF?!?! My HCG was negative last Tuesday and the cramps were kickin' so I was sure I'd have it by now. Of course in my demented mind I'm thinking..."well, what if I was more fertile after the D&E?? Could be, right??" At least I can say I've never lost my starry-eyed optimism, right? Some things never change....GOOD NIGHT EVERYBODY! xoxo

 

[alicatt]

Turkey! Thanks! You are so sweet! I'm counting down the hours until my appt.. 35 hours and 40 mins! Lol!

Good luck with your WTF appt tomorrow. I'm not familiar with your new protocol, so you'll have to fill me in! Don't worry about AF, she'll come, or maybe you have a spontaneous pregnancy? It is possible!!! Ask for an US tomorrow to see what is going on if you can. FX'd for good news!!

 

[Sandy83]

Morning Ladies

Congratulation Sweet! Twins is amazing

Mo, Glad everything went well and I'm sure this will help towards getting that forever baby

Em, Good luck for scan

Badyd, I agree with the other ladies all is looking good and concentrate on u/s results and not just on figures

Ali, Good luck for scan tomorrow not long now

L4, hope did scan go?

Turkey, Good luck for WTF appt, hope you get some insight so you can get that forever baby very soon

Ash, Welcome back glad to see you have a new plan in place

Hope the rest of you ladies are doing well and look forward to seeing some updates

AFM, Lost all my PMA today as had more cramping last night and (TMI Alert) but had old blood when i wiped. It was not a lot by any means but just got myself down and had a little cry thinking it hasn't worked so just trying to get by today and see what tomorrow OTD brings but not hopeful xx

 

[Anxiously]

Hi ladies, thought I'd share with you something I've learnt about DHEA today. So I thought it may be more prudent to get my natural DHEA levels tested before I start taking the supplements that RE prescribed last Sat. I've taken only 75 mg i.e. 3 pills spread over 2 days (I've reduced the dosage myself as I wanted to test it out first) before getting my blood drawn.

My endocrinologist told me to stop taking the supplements asap after seeing the results of my serum DHEA levels, as mine is found to be well above the normal range. So I emailed my RE's office to inform them about this. I've attached the email below if you're interested to see their response.

A bad feeling is creeping into me right now about this RE...I've just made an appointment to seek a 3rd opinion.

Spoiler

From RE:
Dear Ann,

Thanks for your email and informing us on the blood test results.

I have checked with Prof, he said that if your serum DHEA levels are
high, then it may not be beneficial for you to take exogenous DHEA. The
reason why DHEA has been prescribed was based on some studies which
suggested that it may improve egg numbers during IVF cycles in patients with
low ovarian reserves. However, the studies could not co-relate serum DHEA
with outcome.

Do let us know if there are any other information that you require.

From Me:
Hello,

From my consultation with Prof last Saturday (June 8), I was prescribed 75mg DHEA to be taken daily.

I had my DHEA levels tested today together with my regular thyroid testing. It's well above the normal range at 16 umol/L (max of normal range is 13.9). The blood was drawn after I have taken only 75mg of DHEA.

My endocrinologist has advised against taking any more DHEA supplements. Luckily, I managed to return 3 out of the 5 bottles I bought, to you yesterday. I now have one unopened bottle.

Please let Prof know that I will stop taking the DHEA supplements as I don't wish to experience the side effects of excessive levels in my body. If he has compelling reasons for me to continue taking it despite my currently high levels, please let me know.

 

[Anxiously]

Sandy blowing tons of towards you for OTD tomorrow!!!!

 

[Sandy83]

Thanks Anxiously, Fx'd

sounds like you are doing the right thing by seeking a 3rd opinion. I don't know much about DHEA but have heard about it so hopefully get better information from the new FS. When is your appt? xx

 

[Anxiously]

Sandy, earliest appointment I could get on a weekend is Jun 29 I've been taking too much time away from work already, so I'm trying to schedule all these appointments on weekends.

 

[Sandy83]

Well thats not that far away and the small wait could be worth it in the end to make sure you are getting the right treatment etc xx

 

[Sandy83]

Ladies quick question does this sound strange that the spotting only happens on a morning and an evening as when I'm at work I'm making sure I'm keeping myself hydrated as getting headaches when i don't and the spotting seems to disappear as going to the toilet more and when i think about it last night i only had 1 glass of juice between 5pm and 9pm. Not sure if this is just me clutching at straws to try and stay positive or not but it just seems a little strange not sure what to make of it! xx

 

[Turkey16]

Sandy! You are the queen of PMA! No losing hope now! Spotting in some way, shape or form is considered the norm for us IVFers...and the cramping, especially if its not your usual AF-style cramping is definitely a good sign. I do think it's wise to keep your expectations in check, but that's just for your own protection, not because of any silly ol' brown spotting!!! This whole process is so darn hard, between the hope, the disappointment, the WAITING! My God, the waiting! Just try to stay positive and to relax. No matter what you do it won't change tomorrow's results, and staying stress-free and positive is better for a little bean than stressing and letting your nerves get to you. Everyone on this thread is pulling for you and sending MAJOR baby dust!!

 

[Sandy83]

Thanks Turkey, you have definitely put a smile on my face thank you. I'm starting to relax a lot more coz as you say nothing i can do to change the results now. I'm so lucky to have this thread with such wise and wonderful ladies on!!!! to you all xx