LTTTC #1 - Support Group *Please share your story

[dovkav123]

BFN this morning 12dpo.
My temps are down too. I am taking progesterone. I beleave they should stay high with this hormone. I never had any side effects, maybe I am not responding well to it?
I want to quit it and wait for my period. I hope we are staying couple more months in Germany. I would do 2 more natural cycle IVF and then I'll convince my Dh for a standart one.
My blood test is due on Wednesday. I don't think I should do it. No egg, no embryo...This cycle is hopless.
I'll test again till then.

 

[Serenyx]

Sorry to hear that Dovkav I hope you do manage to stay in Germany so you can have another try. At least you know what to expect now and how your body will react

It's been a real rollercoaster of a day here! The embryologist phoned this morning with our day 3 update. 4 of the embryos are doing what they should be doing and are at the stage they should be on day 3. Of the remaining 3, 1 is progressing too fast but looks ok , the second is progressing too fast and is fragmented and the last seems to have stopped dividing. They have decided to take them on to day 5.

However I went back this afternoon for a scan and they have diagnosed moderate OHSS They have told me to take the rest of the week off work and rest. I have another scan on Wednesday and if it hasn't improved then we can't go ahead with the transfer this cycle

 

[pbl_ge]

Pipi, I'm so sorry AF got you in the end. I've never seen such a long LP as yours. Have you ever mentioned it to your doc? I can't imagine that it's a problem, but it does seem very unusual. Hope AF hasn't been too bad this month.

Dovkav, so sorry for the BFN. It's still early, so you're still in the game. If it doesn't work, are you planning on starting right away with another natural IVF next cycle? Btw, for cloudy & rainy days have you ever tried one of the full spectrum lights? I lived in Seattle for five years, and it's the only thing that kept me sane. I don't really have depression, seasonal or otherwise, but I found I would have waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay more energy if I sat near that light. Now it lives in my office and it makes a huge difference!

Serenyx, OHSS!? EEEEEK! Take very good care of yourself! It seems really common with IVF. Fluids, rest, and comedies. And it won't be the worst thing if you have to wait for ET; some women choose to do that anyway, as your body is pretty wacked-out after the stims and EC. The update on the embryos sounds good, yes? ! Keep us posted!

Hope everyone else on this thread is doing well.

FF and I do not agree about my O date. I'm 90% certain it's the day of my 2nd + OPK, but it puts it 2 days earlier. Stupid FF. I'm not really optimistic about this cycle, and I've been doing way more manual labor (home improvement projects) than is sensible in the TWW. Ah well. Just got to get through it so I can move on!

Serenyx,

 

[nessaw]

Hi ladies. Have been away so just catching up.

serenyx-rest up. Hope r get to do ur transfer. Good luck.

dovkav-sorry about the bfn. Hope its too early?

regal-we haven't done iui. Cons didn't mention just straight to icsi or ivf.

Hi pebs. Would be fab if this cycle was the one! Fingers crossed. I have to ring up and book hsg when af shows next.

afm cd26/7. Not sure how many dpo-13ish maybe. Waiting it out-not particularly hopeful.

hi to all.x

 

[nessaw]

Pebs-I've been the same this month with diy-kitchen floor and digging the garden up. Maybe it'll do the trick!

 

[pbl_ge]

Pebs-I've been the same this month with diy-kitchen floor and digging the garden up. Maybe it'll do the trick!

Let's hope! If not, then meh. At least the house looks fab!

 

[pipilotta]

I'm so sorry Dovkav, this must be so disappointing. I hope you can stay in Germany for a natural ivf cycle. I can't give advice on meds, but I will send you some hugs. Hang in there.

Serenyx, make sure you rest, ohss sure can be serious. Good news about your eggs!

Pbl_ge, I'm not sure about your chart, maybe a few more days and you get a clear picture. But the main thing is you od and might get lucky this cycle. If not you are able to start ivf next cycle.

I keep my fingers crossed for you nessaw! It's hard to stay hopeful after such a long time trying like all of us.

I'm trying to find out about long lutheal phases, but there is not much info out there, I will discuss this with my doc at my next appointment.
My dh supplements could have an effect by now, unfortunatly he has to travel out of town most of the time during the fertile phase this month.

 

[Serenyx]

Serenyx, OHSS!? EEEEEK! Take very good care of yourself! It seems really common with IVF. Fluids, rest, and comedies. And it won't be the worst thing if you have to wait for ET; some women choose to do that anyway, as your body is pretty wacked-out after the stims and EC. The update on the embryos sounds good, yes?

Yes it is fairly common Approx 1/3 of women get mild OHSS following treatment, typically I am in the 5% who get moderate or severe

We always knew I was at risk of developing it so I guess it shouldn't come as a surprise

I think the embryos are doing ok. I don't know much about it but 4 or 5 sound like they are doing fine.

FF and I do not agree about my O date. I'm 90% certain it's the day of my 2nd + OPK, but it puts it 2 days earlier. Stupid FF. I'm not really optimistic about this cycle, and I've been doing way more manual labor (home improvement projects) than is sensible in the TWW. Ah well. Just got to get through it so I can move on!

FF and I don't always agree on ov dates either I had all the signs pointing to ov on on particular day (CBFM, ewcm, temps etc) and it still decided it was two days earlier

serenyx-rest up. Hope r get to do ur transfer. Good luck

Thanks - they have told me to take the rest of the week off work and rest up so that is what I will do

Serenyx, make sure you rest, ohss sure can be serious. Good news about your eggs!

My DH is a little bit worried, he has been reading all the information they handed me and promptly went out and bought me the food/drink they suggested I have

That's a pain your DH having to travel out of town during your next fertile period!!

 

[nessaw]

Af showed this afternoon so I called the no the fert cons gave me for the hsg and everything he told me was wrong so I might not get it this cycle. Am v cross. Would be indulging in choc if it wasn't for the diet!

 

[Serenyx]

Our cycle has been cancelled ET was scheduled for today but due to me developing OHSS I had to have a scan first. My OHSS had got worse (my ovaries are larger than they were on Monday and I have more free fluid) so they decided to cancel the cycle

I'm upset about this as you can imagine. We have 2 embryos which have reached the extended blastocyst stage which they will freeze and another 2 they will check again tonight to see if they can be frozen (normal blasts not extended so may not be suitable for freezing). The other 3 didn't make it to blast stage.

I'm not hopeful for a frozen cycle though as the results at the clinic I am using are a lot lower than fresh (47% success rate for fresh and only 18% success rate for frozen ).

 

[pbl_ge]

Serenyx, I'm so sorry. That must be so disappointing. I can see why you would feel less optimistic given your clinic's differential rates. I hope you're one of the lucky ones.

Ness, sorry the witch got you. I think wine is a low-calorie food. good for you for staying true to the diet during hard times!

Pipi, how frustrating about your OH's travel! Hopefully it will still work out.

Dovkav, I see you reading. What's your status?

Hope one and all are doing well.

 

[dovkav123]

Serenyx,
you must be heartbroken, sweety.
I always see the light in the darkness. I think your body will heal, recover fast and your uterine lining will be even better and thicker for implantation next month.
Unfortunatlly,FE rate is lower, would you consider implanting two embryos?

nessaw,
Sorry AF came. How dissapointing you must feel. Don't let your emotions ruin your diet. I agree with pbl, during my AF I allow myself to enjoy red wine.

pipi, I am sorry for your DH traveling time. I hope something will change and you'll get to BD on time!

myshel,
How are you doing? WE miss you!

pbl,
Any symptoms? How is your TWW? when are you testing?

I tested BFN and expecting AF in 3 days. I quit progesterone yesterday. I am not upset, my DH had lots of hope like always, but I didn't. No egg, no embryo it is a freaking nasty cycle.
Next cycle we'll try again natural IVF. I know we'll succeed if not this, but another cycle.
We have a really good compromise in our marriage! We both get what we really want and in what we really beleave in. I get my IVF and my dh gets IUI!!!! I hope next cycle we'll catch the egg but if we don't, we'll do IUI again. I need to continue my castor oil packs an fertility massages that helps to soften my pelvic scar tissue.

 

[flou]

Our cycle has been cancelled ET was scheduled for today but due to me developing OHSS I had to have a scan first. My OHSS had got worse (my ovaries are larger than they were on Monday and I have more free fluid) so they decided to cancel the cycle

I'm upset about this as you can imagine. We have 2 embryos which have reached the extended blastocyst stage which they will freeze and another 2 they will check again tonight to see if they can be frozen (normal blasts not extended so may not be suitable for freezing). The other 3 didn't make it to blast stage.

I'm not hopeful for a frozen cycle though as the results at the clinic I am using are a lot lower than fresh (47% success rate for fresh and only 18% success rate for frozen ).

I have my fxd for you. I hope you are one of the lucky ones!

 

[pbl_ge]

Dovkav, sorry you this is a bust, but your attitude about the future is great! I hope the next cycle does the trick.

I will probably test at some point, mainly because I see no reason to deny myself the gut-kick of a stark white bfn. No symptoms--I feel as I ever do during the TWW. Mostly just excited to move on!

Flou, what's new with you?

 

[Serenyx]

Thanks guys Still very upset about it but there is nothing I can do.

Serenyx,
you must be heartbroken, sweety.
I always see the light in the darkness. I think your body will heal, recover fast and your uterine lining will be even better and thicker for implantation next month.
Unfortunatlly,FE rate is lower, would you consider implanting two embryos?

I need to talk to our consultant but I don't think 2 would ever be an option for me. I would already be considered high risk and if by some miracle both took then they consultant would most likely suggest selective reduction and I couldn't do that. Personally I would be more than happy with twins but my body will not be able to cope.

The only time I would consider it was if they froze two together and both had to be thawed at the same time, but like I said, I don't think 2 is an option for me.

 

[pipilotta]

I'm sorry serenyx! I heard FET cycles can be good in some cases because they are not as stressful on the body as going through with a normal cycle. And stress seems to be a big problem with ivf in general.

Sorry dovkav, I hoped we were getting some good news from you. I agree with Pbl_ge, your positivity, strength and forward looking mind is wonderful. I admire you. I hope you get your turn next cycle with a natural ivf.

Sorry af got you nessaw. Did you get some more info from your doc?

Pbl_ge, I keep my finger crossed for a bfp, it is still early for symptoms. And if not, than you have a new exciting way starting next cycle.

Flou, where are you at?

I'm reading a book from a woman who went through several attemps of unsuccessful cycles of ivf. Usually i'm not to keen on books like that, but my husband heard an interview on the radio and it sounded interesting. It is good to be able to read what I can expect, and it made me feel a little less scared. But it is also honest and doesn't hide the ugly parts. I definately found some answers in there, and I'm glad she is sharing her hard journey with her readers.
I'm waiting for my fertile phase, looks like we only get one day before dh travels.

 

[pbl_ge]

I'm reading a book from a woman who went through several attemps of unsuccessful cycles of ivf. Usually i'm not to keen on books like that, but my husband heard an interview on the radio and it sounded interesting. It is good to be able to read what I can expect, and it made me feel a little less scared. But it is also honest and doesn't hide the ugly parts. I definately found some answers in there, and I'm glad she is sharing her hard journey with her readers.
I'm waiting for my fertile phase, looks like we only get one day before dh travels.

Pipi, what is the book? Sounds interesting.

 

[pipilotta]

Misconception by jay jay feeney.
For someone like me starting the ivf journey it's good to have read it, I had some idea, but didn't know a lot of other things. It is medically not a complex book, but rather a story from a real couple going through this journey. I got it for my e reader, and it was quite a bit cheaper than the hardcover.

 

[flou]

Hi ladies in on cd14 today and my body is gearing up to O, probably in the next two days. We are bding every other day but as a teacher ive just returned to work for the start of term and im shattered! I have to jump DH as soon as i get home!

Pbl i hope you get a bfp. It definitely sounds positive. Good luck with testing!

 

[Serenyx]

I'm sorry serenyx! I heard FET cycles can be good in some cases because they are not as stressful on the body as going through with a normal cycle. And stress seems to be a big problem with ivf in general.

Thanks I have an appt with our consultant in a couple of weeks to discuss where we go from here. At the moment I have stopped all progesterone etc and have gone on buserelin until AF decides to show.

Misconception by jay jay feeney.
For someone like me starting the ivf journey it's good to have read it, I had some idea, but didn't know a lot of other things. It is medically not a complex book, but rather a story from a real couple going through this journey. I got it for my e reader, and it was quite a bit cheaper than the hardcover.

Ah thanks, I might give it a read

Hi ladies in on cd14 today and my body is gearing up to O, probably in the next two days. We are bding every other day but as a teacher ive just returned to work for the start of term and im shattered! I have to jump DH as soon as i get home!

Good luck!

How is everyone else doing?