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

[Sandy83]

Thanks Ever, i Think it's the first time I'm actually happy that the weekend is over do not want to repeat that in a hurry unless it's morning sickness! xx

Sandy, I was just thinking maybe this is prepping you for morning sickness to come!

Hope so Mells fx'd xx

 

[Bluebell bun]

Sorry AnnSue There's still time yet.

Mells, great appt things are going well!

Ash, thanks for asking. Today I'm feeling emotional and nervous for the result. I don't feel anything that would make me think I'm pregnant. Just a little cramping and that's all. So I'm dreading the notion of a bfn and another fresh cycle! Sorry for being a Debbie Downer, I really wish I was having some positive signs that it worked.

L4, good luck for tomorrow. I feel exactly the same as you. No clues which make me think it has worked other than being an emotional wreck and crying constantly. However, that's because I've convinced myself it hasn't worked. Am ready to test as I feel that I'm on the verge of a nervous breakdown! The only other thing I feel is hot in bed at night but think that's probably the meds! So that makes 2 x Debbie Downer's!! Big hugs xx

 

[Sandy83]

L4, Bluebell and BabyD - good luck tomorrow!

Edamame - good luck on Wednesday!

Sandy - glad you're feeling better!

Lotus - yay your transfer is almost here!

AFM - I had my first monitoring appointment this morning. I have 5 follicles that are all around 11mm so the RE said it will be a couple more days before they're ready.

Em, your so close it will be here before you know it

 

[Sandy83]

Sorry Blue, I've just realised i missed you off the post earlier

Good Luck for tomorrow Fx'd xx

 

[Babiesimready]

So Ladies I have a question, Does the transfer day start as Day 1 or Day 0?? I dont know how to count the days and I'm so curious to know what my babies are doing today, yesterday etc lol. I'm so lucky that I'm not resuming work till March 4th so now all I do is rest rest and rest and strangely, since yesterday I've been waking up too early.

I sleep late so I can wake up late and help time pass by faster but thats not working much
Anyway my ET was on Friday at 12:30pm so is Friday my Day 1? Please help

@ Sandy This is our month!!! I can feel our BFPs

 

[Sandy83]

Babies, I transferred on Friday with a day 6 embryo under FET and that is classed as my day 6 so Saturday will be day 7, so think that the day of transfer is day 0.

I'm sure if I'm wrong some of the other ladies will know.

Here's hoping to our 2013 Babies! xx

 

[Babiesimready]

Babies, I transferred on Friday with a day 6 embryo under FET and that is classed as my day 6 so Saturday will be day 7, so think that the day of transfer is day 0.

I'm sure if I'm wrong some of the other ladies will know.

Here's hoping to our 2013 Babies! xx

Ohh I thought it might be too. I had a 5dt fresh so I'm guessing today is my 3rd day. I feel like time is going on a very slow motion

 

[Samsfan]

Sandy and Babies- So excited for the two of you! Question did you go under anesthesia during transfer day? Was it uncomfortable?

 

[Sandy83]

Thanks Sam,

No i had no anesthesia during transfer but i know of women who have. In my opinion it didn't hurt it was a little uncomfortable but just the same as having a smear test but my clinic doesn't scan when doing the transfer and think UK procedure is different to US procedure. xx

 

[alicatt]

Sandy and Babies- So excited for the two of you! Question did you go under anesthesia during transfer day? Was it uncomfortable?

I only went under anesthesia on ER day, on ET day he gave me valium and I was very relaxed, but still awake. The worst part about ET day was that you had to have a full bladder, otherwise there wasn't any pain. Just the pressure of your bladder. My RE used a catheter to empty my bladder while I was lying there so I as soon as the transfer was complete they did that. I then had to lie there for another 30 minutes. I was happy to be awake for the ET as you could see the little embryos in the uterus.

I know that each FS/RE is different so your ER/ET may be different.

 

[Samsfan]

Oh that's exciting to see the embryos on transfer day. A friend of mine didn't go under anesthesia on ER day. What do you think about that? She said anesthesia has its own possible complications. I know about those, but can't imagine being up for that

What do you mean they used a catheter to empty your bladder? Do they puncture your bladder?

Sandy and Babies- So excited for the two of you! Question did you go under anesthesia during transfer day? Was it uncomfortable?

I only went under anesthesia on ER day, on ET day he gave me valium and I was very relaxed, but still awake. The worst part about ET day was that you had to have a full bladder, otherwise there wasn't any pain. Just the pressure of your bladder. My RE used a catheter to empty my bladder while I was lying there so I as soon as the transfer was complete they did that. I then had to lie there for another 30 minutes. I was happy to be awake for the ET as you could see the little embryos in the uterus.

I know that each FS/RE is different so your ER/ET may be different.

 

[alicatt]

L4Hope, Bluebell, BabyD - here is hoping for some BFPs and nice strong BETA numbers!!!

Babiesimready - if you did your transfer on Friday you are 3dp5dt today (Monday). Which corresponds to 8dpo.

Sandy - I hope those follies are growing nicely! Can't wait to hear when your ER is!

Everyone else -


AFM - Heading to my FS office shortly for my baseline US and blood work. Can't wait to get this trial cycle started! I have delestrogen, and progesterone in oil. I will get my schedule when I get there, but since I've never done a medicated FET I'm not sure what the next steps are? Especially since we aren't actually transfering this cycle either. It is all so confusing!

 

[alicatt]

Oh that's exciting to see the embryos on transfer day. A friend of mine didn't go under anesthesia on ER day. What do you think about that? She said anesthesia has its own possible complications. I know about those, but can't imagine being up for that

What do you mean they used a catheter to empty your bladder? Do they puncture your bladder?

Ya, I'm not so sure I would want to be awake for the ER. I was in a lot of pain after mine. The first one they had to have one of the nurses sit on my right side to get my ovary into the right position. They gave me vicodin for the pain after it. Maybe I'm just a wimp?

They can insert a catheter into your bladder to empty it, it is painless, and let me tell you, it was a relief to have it done! It was either that or lie on the table with a full bladder for another 30 minutes! I know other ladies get up to void their bladder and then lie back down. I guess my FS prefers to keep us horizontal for as long as possible?

It was a special moment between my Mom and I (who was with me for the transfer) to see the little bubbles in my uterus. Unfortunately they didn't stick

 

[Babiesimready]

Sandy and Babies- So excited for the two of you! Question did you go under anesthesia during transfer day? Was it uncomfortable?

Thanks Sam...just like Sandy and Alicat...I did not have anesthesia cause I believe that my be bad for the embryos, also they advice to not wear perfumes, scented body lotions etc. I asked for 2 doses of valium so that helped me relax and I was able to knock out once we got home, please ask for it from your nurse, its very helpful.

I only felt some mild cramps afterwards and I'm fine now. I was on hydrocodone from the pain of the mild ohss I had prior to my retrieval and my RE said its safe to use even now so when I get cramps like I did this morning, I use the smallest dose too.

 

[Babiesimready]

LOL@ punctured bladder lol lol

Lucky you Alicat, I wish my RE was as nice. I had to hold my bladder for almost 30mins after the transfer then go use the bathroom after.

@ Sam Being awake to see your little miracles flash inside you uterus was awesome, I wouldnt want to miss that by using any anesthesia.

 

[Edamame]

Alicat- I am jealous about the catheter! My RE didn't want me to move an inch for 45 minutes after transfer. Pure torture. I'd brought something funny to listen to but was afraid I'd pee if I started laughing!

L4Hope, Bluebell, BabyD- GOOD LUCK and tons of TOMORROW!

Hope everyone is having a good day. Almost poas this morning but finally was able to resist. A good friend just announced her second pregnancy yesterday and I cried all over my poor hubby about it. I *am* happy for her, it's just that we've been trying since before she got pregnant with her first child. Really hoping I'm right behind her this time, c'mon Wednesday!

 

[alicatt]

Alicat- I am jealous about the catheter! My RE didn't want me to move an inch for 45 minutes after transfer. Pure torture. I'd brought something funny to listen to but was afraid I'd pee if I started laughing!

L4Hope, Bluebell, BabyD- GOOD LUCK and tons of TOMORROW!

Hope everyone is having a good day. Almost poas this morning but finally was able to resist. A good friend just announced her second pregnancy yesterday and I cried all over my poor hubby about it. I *am* happy for her, it's just that we've been trying since before she got pregnant with her first child. Really hoping I'm right behind her this time, c'mon Wednesday!

I know, having that done after is a little strange, but I'll take strange over sitting there in agony for 30+ minutes!

I just got back from my appt. Lining is really thin.. onlt 2.6mm, it's never been that thin before. Ovaries are clear and so we're all set for the non-FET trial cycle. Looking at the paperwork, I think we are doing the biopsies on Mar 7th and Mar 9th. I'm surprised they are so late? That is CD 20 and 22? I guess those days would be 6 and 8 DPO? Right around the time that your embryo should be implanting. So maybe that makes sense?

 

[L4hope]

SAMs I see you've gotten lots of responses and as you can see all clinics are a bit different. There's no way I would want to be conscious for ER. MY second one especially was quite uncomfortable afterwards. I was not lucky enough to get any good drugs, just extra strength Tylenol! But once I got home and laid down it was better. It was the standing and trying to walk that was hard.
As for the transfer I'm pretty similar to Ali. But I was given a shot of versed to calm me down. I assume its pretty much the same, but man that stuff throws me for a loop. Don't get me wrong I'm very thankful for it cuz I'm VERY relaxed through the process. I too get a catheter right after to relieve the bladder. I always end up asking dh questions though cuz I feel very foggy about everything after the fact.

Ali, I think the timing sounds right. With FET's it seems late in the cycle but when the transfer happens its time for implantation to happen. It's exciting that you have a schedule and are getting started!

All my fellow Tomorrow testers, good luck for us!!

Sandy I'm glad you are feeling better and your pma is back!

Lotus transfer is almost here! That will be nice to be busy and keep your mind off of the tww. Goodbyes are always hard, but it sounds as though its only temporary. You'll be having a new adventure!

 

[L4hope]

Sorry AnnSue There's still time yet.

Mells, great appt things are going well!

Ash, thanks for asking. Today I'm feeling emotional and nervous for the result. I don't feel anything that would make me think I'm pregnant. Just a little cramping and that's all. So I'm dreading the notion of a bfn and another fresh cycle! Sorry for being a Debbie Downer, I really wish I was having some positive signs that it worked.

L4, good luck for tomorrow. I feel exactly the same as you. No clues which make me think it has worked other than being an emotional wreck and crying constantly. However, that's because I've convinced myself it hasn't worked. Am ready to test as I feel that I'm on the verge of a nervous breakdown! The only other thing I feel is hot in bed at night but think that's probably the meds! So that makes 2 x Debbie Downer's!! Big hugs xx

Bluebell I hope we are pleasantly surprised tomorrow! This truly is the hardest part of the process and really messes with your mind.

 

[alicatt]

SAMs I see you've gotten lots of responses and as you can see all clinics are a bit different. There's no way I would want to be conscious for ER. MY second one especially was quite uncomfortable afterwards. I was not lucky enough to get any good drugs, just extra strength Tylenol! But once I got home and laid down it was better. It was the standing and trying to walk that was hard.
As for the transfer I'm pretty similar to Ali. But I was given a shot of versed to calm me down. I assume its pretty much the same, but man that stuff throws me for a loop. Don't get me wrong I'm very thankful for it cuz I'm VERY relaxed through the process. I too get a catheter right after to relieve the bladder. I always end up asking dh questions though cuz I feel very foggy about everything after the fact.

Ali, I think the timing sounds right. With FET's it seems late in the cycle but when the transfer happens its time for implantation to happen. It's exciting that you have a schedule and are getting started!

All my fellow Tomorrow testers, good luck for us!!

Sandy I'm glad you are feeling better and your pma is back!

Lotus transfer is almost here! That will be nice to be busy and keep your mind off of the tww. Goodbyes are always hard, but it sounds as though its only temporary. You'll be having a new adventure!

Good luck to you all that are testing tomorrow! I really hope you all get BFPs!!!

One thing I will add about the ET and having something to calm you down. It is imperative that you are calm and relaxed during the transfer. The Dr has to be very precise when they put them back. You can't be moving around or tense, for if the Dr doesn't get a smooth insert into your uterus it can cause your uterus to spasm. Then the embryos may not implant where they are supposed to. It is rare, but that is one of the reasons they use something like valium or versed to calm you down. I agree, it is good to have someone else there that is clear headed, as I was out to lunch when all of this was happening. Then I went home and went straight to That was the other nice thing about the valium. I was sleepy, and just crashed.