IVF/ICSI/FET Round 2 (or 3, or 4, or 5, etc.) ladies trying again in 2011

[silarose28]

Just done an FRER (not FMU). The line is darker than the control and slightly darker than the one I did yesterday (also not FMU). It does seem like my HCG is going up not down - I'm just worried that it is a little bit slow!!!!

Here are some piccies - what do you think? Argh I am going crazy!!!!!!! Top one is Mon - bottom one is today. Bottom one seems darker even though it hasn't dried out yet. You probably can't see it in the photo though as only a slight difference.

 

[Kat_F]

Sila I did a pink dye one also on Sunday and they looked just like that.... those tests look nice and dark you should be proud of those dark lines xox

 

[Isi Buttercup]

Those are definitely some lovely lines Sila!!!! Please don't fret anymore sweetie. I'm sure your beta number will be a nice, healthy one

 

[Inky2006]

Sila, todays does look darker. I feel the same as you. I have been frantically testing too. Its natural that you would think you are having a chemical (because of before) However, how often does lighting strike twice. Not often! So try not to worry. i don't have an appointment until 14th March for USS either. Its funny, I thought the worrying would stop after seeing a BFP but it gets worse. Having said that I'm not complaining. Sila we should both try and relax and enjoy the fact that we have a BFP.!xx

 

[Doodar]

Sila sweetie I so understand where you are coming from. I know when the nurse said to me to stop testing because it was just causing me to stress. Yes it does cause stress but thats only because of what we have been through in the past and I think its natural to test. If I hadn't carried on testing then I would be non the wiser. I'm glad I did because it prepared me in a way. Those lines look lovely though hun and I'm sure you'll feel so much better when you have betas done.

Kat fab numbers hun so pleased for you.

Inky congrats.

Wrighty,isi,lolly and anyone else I've missed to you all.

I've been back to the clinic this morning for more blood tests just to check my hcg is dropping as it should be. Still waiting to hear back from them, but as soon as I do then can book in for review apt. I'm going to ask to see a different consultant this time. I need to get to the bottom of it. I can't go through this again. Think I'm still in shock and I don't think it has fully hit me yet!

 

[silarose28]

Hi everyone

Thanks for all of your support Kat, Isi and Inky. I really appreciate your kind words as I am finding it really hard today and am petrified of things going wrong!!!!

I haven't been able to do any work today. I'm just so worried and have been searching the internet about the conception indicator. Loads of ladies don't seem to get their 3+ until later into their 5 weeks. I hate these bloody tests!!!! They cause so much worry for women who have had miscarriages - they really should be banned!!!! I'm trying to take comfort in the fact that my HCG hasn't gone down and my FRER lines are still darkening - but I swing from PMA to absolutely hideous depression and anxiety! Phoned the company helpline to ask about their conception indicator thresholds and the lady I spoke to knew less than me. I know that they say the indicators are 92% accurate, but this is an averaging out of the 3 categories (1-2, 2-3, 3+) and whilst the 2-3 category is only around 76% accurate, the 3+ category is around 97% accurate. She didn't even know that! She didn't know what the thresholds were either. Useless!!!!! I am praying my beta shows that everything is ok.

Doodah - thanks for taking the time to support me even though I know you are having a terrible time at the moment. Hope you are ok and looking after yourself. To be honest I am a bit sick of professionals telling us not to test as if we are being silly. Give them 2 mins in our shoes and I'm sure they would be doing the same. Good idea to see a different consultant and I hope you appointment goes well.

 

[Doodar]

Well the bleeding has finally started!! Think its hit me now, cant stop crying!! We have a review apt booked for 10th of March, we've booked to see the consultant that specialises in immune testing. I feel better knowing we are doing something different next time. Just a waiting game now. 3rd time lucky I hope.

Sila those conception inicators are a knightmare, lots of ladies have had problems with them. Good luck with your betas hun. I'm sure it will be fine.

 

[silarose28]

Hey doodar . Make sure you take some time out to recover Hun. You need lots of tlc . Thinking of you . So glad you have got an appointment with a specialist . Good luck on 10 th march and with your next cycle xxxxx

 

[silarose28]

Phew !

Got my 3 plus this morning (5 weeks 2 days ) ! Feel so relieved I can't tell you ! I suppose I reacted so badly yesterday as it was around the same time as when I found out I was having a chemical last time . Needed things to be just right and it hit me hard when they weren't . Hate those bloody tests . They cause so much stress and anxiety ! Thanks for all your support yesterday ladies . Couldn't have done without you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

 

[Isi Buttercup]

Doodar....so so sorry hun . Please take care of yourself hunnie. Praying your consultation goes perfectly. Thinking of you.

Phew....you must be relieved Sila. Very very pleased for you

I started stimming this morning. Went to my hospital for the shot as my DH is MORBIDLY scared of needles. I can do the DR ones myself as they are sub cutaneous.....but as the stimm shots are IM...I need help. Anyways, had shot #1 today . So I guess the show is officially on the road!!!!

 

[Kat_F]

Yay Isi!!! Not long till you will be telling us your follie sizes and how many etc

Sila I knew the 3+ would show. Gee we can't win for you it was two days after 5 weeks for me it was a day before.....

Doodar I am thinking of you

 

[silarose28]

Good luck Isi! Keep us updated with your news about scans etc. When is your next scan?


Kat - Shows those tests aren't accurate doesn't it? Kind of knew that all along but it didn't stop my panic!!!

 

[Isi Buttercup]

Thanks ladies!! My next scan is on the 2nd of March. Can't wait

 

[Lolly1985]

Yay Sila, all is good! Keep checking in for news and am very relieved to hear that you got your 3+ Now throw the tests away!!!!! Maybe burn them so you won't be temped to go fishing in the bin later on

Isi, yay its really happening now! Can't wait for good news from your scan. Only a week to wait! Congrats lady

Hi Kat, hope all continues to go well with you.

Doodar, we are all thinking of you and you know where to find us if you need to.

Inky, I am glad to see you on here and hope you remain happy and healthy!

Hi Wrighty, whats the latest?!!

Hello all you other lovely ladies!

I'm just waiting until monday. Have a few questions I have thought of to ask the nurses. DP said they are the types of questions that they won't commit an answer to, but you don't ask you don't get and really I think i'm just looking for some reassurance from the professionals!

Well better get back to the books, meant to be doing assignments but seem to be doing my usual B'n'B update, followed by facebook and hotmail!! Sooooo boring, this is is much better Love to you all xxxxxxxxxx

 

[silarose28]

Ah lolly you are so supportive - thanks ! Not long for you now . Got everything crossed for you . I am supposed to be working from home today but , like you , my mind is wandering lol ! Seems I prefer to do anything to work - even housework !

Wrighty - any news Hun ?

 

[wrightywales]

hello ladies

just a quick post from me. ive lost all my PMA as of yesterday. all what i thought were symptoms have now gone just have bad cramps that do feel like is on her way. been feeling really down and negative about it all just cant wait to test now just so i know xxx

 

[angiemon]

Hi ladies,

Just had a big sigh of relief for you Sila as ive just read the posts from Monday, so glad that you got your 3+, i did think your lines looked good too.

Isi, yay to starting your stimming. I remember my stims to be in the fat too. What are you having? hope your feeling good and positive!!! 2nd march is only 1 week away.

Wrighty - your symptoms sound really promising. Any news??

Not long now annmc, be the 10th before you know it.

Katf-your beta numbers sounds great. Are you in the US, im not sure but i dont think we really have them in the Uk or can we??? Can anyone enlighten me??

Inky - Congratulations again. Hope you are ok and not worrying too much....it seems like the worrying is never ending...........

Lolly-is this your review on Monday? Good luck, i had lots of questions and it feels good just airing them and even if you just get a few good answers..

Doodar - im so sorry. Its great that you can see someone who specialises and to try something new straightway!! I really hope your ok

AFM-Im due to be starting FET on my next cycle which should be around the 14th March so just waiting for that really. Trying to avoid alcohol,(not working very well really), eating well etc etc.......

Hi to everyone i missed....

xxxxxxx

 

[Isi Buttercup]

Aww Wrighty.....try to keep up your PMA . I know how hard the 2ww can be. Stay calm hun. You know what they say about AF signs and early pregnancy symptoms. When do you test?

Lolly.....so excited for you starting on Monday!!! Time will fly before you know it!!!

Angie....that is awesome that you have a date now!!! So pleased for you!!!

Silarose....how are you feeling today? Counting down to your scan I'm sure

Kat....how are you hun? Do you feel more pregnant? Can't wait for you and Silarose to get some tickers!!!!!!!

Doodar.....thinking of you sweetie. Good luck with the appointment.

MSG.....miss you hunnie

Ann.....how's it going with the sniffing?

I had my second stimm shot this morning. Still not as excited as I should be....but hopefully it will come .

 

[wrightywales]

hello ladies

Isi - i test on saturday hun

i did start spotting last night. i was in tears but it has stopped for now. still feel like AF is on her way though. i may test tomorrow i will see how i feel in the morning

 

[Isi Buttercup]

Spotting could be a good sign, Wrighty . Praying for you!!!!