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

[FirstTry]

Mo: you are so on top of this whole process. I'm hoping this FET will be the one for you. Sorry about the billing issue. It's really really lame that they would give you a hard time.

 

[alicatt]

Hope everyone is well... I am in a panic when I know I shouldnt be I only had my transfer 72 hours ago and I haven't noticed anything lol.

Silly I know but I was really hoping for a tug or a pull or SOMETHING... even pee 1 more time than normal and give me hope

Relax, it's way too early! I felt things after my first transfer, but that ended in m/c. With this one, I didn't have symptoms til after I got my BFP. Good luck!

Agreed.. way too early! Give it some more time!

 

[alicatt]

Mo: you are so on top of this whole process. I'm hoping this FET will be the one for you. Sorry about the billing issue. It's really really lame that they would give you a hard time.

My FS office has stupid rules about payment being done at certain times or else, but God forbid that they owe you money! So I hear you!

Besides that, you have a great plan and hopefully you won't need it but if you do, you are all set!!! Only thing I would ask about is IMSI (if you end up using your DH's sperm) it is a way for them to test the sperm and pick out the good ones (chromosomally perfect).

 

[alicatt]

Hi ladies!

Back from my appt at the FS!

I have plenty to update you with!

First off I will tell you that the results of the chromosomal test were inconclusive all they found were normal XX cells that when they did DNA testing on them came back as me! A match to the blood sample that went along with the tissue sample
However based upon the timing of the failure and the size of the yolk sac my FS was able to conclude with some certainty that it was likely trisomy 16 which is a heart issue and usually the miscarriage occurs at the time the heart should be developing and taking its first beats.

Second we discussed what to do next and we decided to follow the CCRM protocol (CCRM is a fertility place in Colorado that has high rates of success with women in their 40s. This includes supplements for 3 months, then a fresh IVF with the protocol that works best for you according to your antral follicle count, your AMH and your previous IVF cycles. Next up is ICSI to fertilize the embryos. Then CCS (comprehensive chromosomal screening) this eliminates all the embryos with chromosomal issues. Finally it is a freeze all cycle and the perfect embryo(s) up to 2 will be transferred in a subsequent cycle. Following this plan gives a 76% chance of success (live birth) and only a 1.9% chance of miscarriage. Me thinks thems some good odds!

So we'll also test the two I have and if they are any good we'll do a day 6 transfer of just those embryos during the fresh (this is because you can't defrost then test then freeze again, and they have to test them all at once for me to only have to pay once. So if any are good they have to go in during the fresh cycle. Any fresh perfect embryos will be frozen for a later FET.

I also had an ultrasound to see where I was in my cycle, and he said I was still looking pretty dormant but perhaps in the first week of my cycle. My lining was 6.6 and my ovaries had plenty of antral follicles, but no dominant ones. So I'm probably still in the early stages of a cycle. He said my period was at least 3 weeks out. So at least I won't have AF while on vacation!

For those of you interested in the CCRM cocktail here it is:

Myo Inositol 2gm, 2 times daily
Melatonin 3mg, nightly
L-Arginine 1000 mg, 2 times daily
CoQ10 200 mg, 2 times daily
DHEA 25 mg, 3 times daily (poor responders only)

My FS said lets give it a try, and said let's test your DHEA before we supplement that. I've been a good responder in the past so I doubt I need it.

So that is it in a nutshell! It's a lot to ingest but at least we have a plan! My FS jokingly said thanks for doing my work for me, and would you like to be my assistant? He said I could go back to school and in 10 heard I'd be a certified (or certifiable) Specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology!!!

 

[Mells54]

Ali, That does sound like a plan. I'm happy that things are moving along for you and I have no doubts you will have a bun in the oven in no time!

 

[alicatt]

Ali, That does sound like a plan. I'm happy that things are moving along for you and I have no doubts you will have a bun in the oven in no time!

I hope so! It's going to be Sept/Oct before we do it

How are you feeling? When is your US?

 

[Mells54]

Ali, That does sound like a plan. I'm happy that things are moving along for you and I have no doubts you will have a bun in the oven in no time!

I hope so! It's going to be Sept/Oct before we do it

How are you feeling? When is your US?

I just know things are going to work out for you. You have done your homework and probably know more than some docs. It still amazes me how some people get pregnant so easily.

My us is next Wednesday. I'm very nervous especially since my only other BFP was ectopic. I just feel like things went too smoothly this time. I don't have much in the way of symptoms, except my stomach is so bloated. I look hugely pregnant already which I'm hoping most don't notice since we aren't telling anyone yet, especially my job!

 

[alicatt]

Ali, That does sound like a plan. I'm happy that things are moving along for you and I have no doubts you will have a bun in the oven in no time!

I hope so! It's going to be Sept/Oct before we do it

How are you feeling? When is your US?

I just know things are going to work out for you. You have done your homework and probably know more than some docs. It still amazes me how some people get pregnant so easily.

My us is next Wednesday. I'm very nervous especially since my only other BFP was ectopic. I just feel like things went too smoothly this time. I don't have much in the way of symptoms, except my stomach is so bloated. I look hugely pregnant already which I'm hoping most don't notice since we aren't telling anyone yet, especially my job!

Thanks! I thought it was funny when my FS told me I'd done his job for me! LOL!

Each pregnancy is different and I don't think you can compare them. Just have faith and look forward to your US on Wednesday!!! FX'd that everything looks good!

 

[cali_kt]

Cali.. with one tube blocked IUI is not the best option. You'll need to find out what your dominant ovary is and if it's the same as your unblocked tube then maybe, but if it's not you will have little chance of success. Not many people know this but you don't ovulate one month from the left then next from the right. Most of us have a dominant ovary that we ovulate from most months and then the other maybe 1-4 times a year.

Have you tried any supplements for your DH to improve his sperm?

Thanks for the reply Ali! These are all great questions. And all I have tried is Vit C and Maca. Any ideas. His morph is 5% and motility is 33%. I have a WTF appt on tues now that I am ready to look forward.

 

[alicatt]

Cali yes! There are things you can both do to improve your eggs and sperm . Since I'm using donor sperm I didn't post the fertility cocktail that can be used for men, only the woman's see my last post.

Here is the men's:

CoQ10
L-Agrinine
Pyconogenol

I'm not sure of the dosages, but I've got a friend who's DH had miserable sperm, 2 failed IVF attempts and after 6 months on these supplements (male) they've had 2 spontaneous pregnancies, both ended in miscarriages, but due to chromosomal issues (one time was the eggs fault and the other her egg was fertilized by 3 sperm)! So neither were the sperms fault. Only downside to the supplements is that it takes 3 months to make a difference (this goes for men and women).

Also cutting out alcohol can make a huge difference, same with caffeine. It's only for 3 months, for the guy anyway.. so give it a try!

 

[cali_kt]

Anxiously-
Thank you for sharing. No I have not removed fibroids. We are seeing doc on tuesday and I want to talk about that.

Mo- That would have really irritated me. They know you are good for it and I don't like how they said they wouldn't even thaw without it. I think I would have lost it!!

Brandy- Fingers crossed for you. The 2WW after IVF/FET is killer!

Mells- Crossing fingers for a beautiful u/s!

Ali- Thank you!! Saving that info! Glad your appt went so well. Sounds like a great plan and it sounds like it is giving you lots of hope and excitement!

AFM- I finally called my FS after being MIA after my BFN in March. We decided to do a WTF appt. We will talk about SA, my AMH level and fibroids. I want those suckers out if it is causing a problem!!

 

[Sweetness_87]

Mells- try not to worry. If it was ectopic you would know something is up by this timer relax and enjoy being preg

Ali - you know your stuff and just as I feel like this time is going to be it for mo I have positive feelings this is your time as well

BRANDY- WAY too early tonfeelnanything. Try to relax . I know easier said then done

Cali- good luck on any course you decide to take

Everyone else- hope all is well will do more personals tom.

 

[Sandy83]

Morning Ladies

Ali, sounds like you have a great plan in place to continue and I'm sure you do know more then the FS with all the research you do. You are like to IVF Guru.

Mo, Great back up plan in place but I'm sure you won't need it and this FET will be the cycle for you

Cali, Great news that you are doing going in for a WTF appt, hope you will get some answers

Brandy, The 2ww is hell but try to relax the other are right far to early. Are you going to be testing?

AFM, WTF appt went well and can start as soon as next week but once i mentioned about my symptoms with the bloated stomach for 3 weeks and the UTI that i had and the no show of they wanted to do a scan to see what was going on. Well just to remind you all of what has went on since the last cycle just so you can give your advice:

Failed cycle 5 weeks ago started spotting 2/3 days prior to OTD and had light period the Day of OTD for 3 days. Bloated stomach started to dissappear start to get the meds out of my system. 2 weeks after failed cycle bloated stomach reappeared and was solid to touch. Started to get nausea feeling and heartburn rang clinic and they advised it could be ovualtion and due a bleed soon. 3 days after this I was constantly going to the toilet like every hour so. Took a water sample to my GP to find that i had a slight water infection showing blood, protein & leukocytes in my sample, he put me on anti biotics for 3 days which did the trick no longer had a UTI. Bloating still there and continues and no sign of AF.

Scanned at WTF appt yesterday with the nurse and linning is showing at 6.6mm plenty of antral follices showing. the nurse requested a doctor to come in and have a look and she noticed there was a corpus luteum on the right side so i definitely ovualted so out of the blue she said you could be pregnant or just a late period due to failed cycle. So now that a FS said it could be a pregnancy got it stuck in my head thinking could it be and don't want to get my hopes up. So they took my bloods and going to do a pregnancy test and also my E2 levels etc. Get results after 4pm today which is in 6.5 hours!!!!!!

Well whatever the outcome at least i know i can start as early as next week if needed. I'm going sitting at work thinking about it Waiting once again!!!!!!!!

Sorry for the long post just needed to get it out to people who know what i'm going through

Hope the rest of you ladies are doing well

 

[Blue12]

Omg Sandy. That would be wonderful news wouldn't it Finger crossed and hoping for you. Xx

 

[Sandy83]

Thanks Blue, Think it's going to be a long shot tho as DH had chemo 2 years ago and got tested a year after treatment and was classed as sterile. I have ready that it can come back after 2/3 years after treatment but not sure!!! xx

 

[MoBaby]

Ali sounds like you had a good appt. a lot to take in and to change but it sounds good.

Sandy: hmm you never know!

Blue when do you test?

Eek: tomorrow! 27 hours until I go to the center!

 

[alicatt]

Sandy.. wow, well anything could happen? I am rooting for a spontaneous pregnancy, wouldn't that be incredible!

Your scan sounded exactly like mine, lining was 6.6mm and I had plenty of antral follicles, but my FS didn't see any corpus luteum, plus I think your lining looks different after you have ovulated, apparently you lose the triple lining. My FS told me that I was probably at the beginning of my cycle maybe day 4-6? But no dominant follicle meant that either none had started to grow (early cycle) or that my body wasn't quite ready to get back into the groove. I however had no corpus luteum, and have not had so there is no chance I could be pregnant. You could be though! Wouldn't that be amazing!!!

 

[Blue12]

My otd is July 27 which is sooo far away 14dp3dt. But I will be testing sooner as I feel that at the equivalent of 13dpo the answer is definitive if its a negative.

 

[alicatt]

My otd is July 27 which is sooo far away 14dp3dt. But I will be testing sooner as I feel that at the equivalent of 13dpo the answer is definitive if its a negative.

What DPT are you now? I believe I got my first faint positive on 4dp5dt. Not advocating testing early, and mine was a squinter, but if you are game, you can probably start as early as 6dp3dt, but at that point there is still a very big chance it will be negative. So as long as you prepare for the potential negative, go for it. Or if you want to wait until the chances are pretty high that if it worked it will be positive, then wait until about 12-13dpo as you said.

 

[Em260]

Mo - ooh only a day to go!! So excited for you!! That is really annoying about the billing thing especially that added comment about not thawing your embryos. Sorry you had to deal with that.

Ali - it sounds like you have done a ton of research and so great that your FS is open to working with the CCRM protocol. Sept/Oct isn't that far off and once you get started the time will fly by. I have such a good feeling about all of this for you!!

Sandy - that would be so incredible!

Mells - hope this week goes by quickly. Fx for you!

Cali - hope your WTF appt goes well and you get a plan in place for your next cycle.

Blue - it's so hard to hold out I can never keep myself from testing early. Fx this is your BFP!