IVF in January - Fertility / Infertility / IVF

jcheath

Feb 06, 2010

To: everyone

I had my ET today, doctor told me the embreyo's were in the blastocyst stage and were hatching outside it's shell, he asked if I wanted two still, and I agreed, he tried to talk me into just one but I stood my ground with two =) he then told me that I have a good 50% chance that I would be having twins and that I should prepare myself for it. Oh boy, I'm prepared, I just want to hear that I had a BFP but of course now it's the time of waiting... I get my blood work on the 15th, he said I could take a home pregnancy test either next sat. or sunday, but if it's negative that to still take the blood test. Im just hoping these two embreyo's stick like crazy glue! I forgot to even ask what the percentage was for them to stick if they are in the stage of hatching out of the shell? Does anyone know? Those that had a ET already, did you experience cramps and dizzyness that same day? Well I guess it's bed rest for me for the next few days.
Oh yea, the others 8 that fertilized will be frozen tomorrow, 1 of them arrested yesterday. I just hope they make it to the frozen part.

jcheath

Feb 06, 2010

To: ababy4us

I'm so sorry to hear about that :(

You can try next cycle, the doctor told me in case this didnt work for me (embies sticking) I could try w/ in a month again.

Positive thoughts for the next round.

jess1080

Feb 06, 2010

do you all care if I join also? I am in my first IVF cycle after ttc for 2 years. I go Monday morning to find out what my follicles look like and when the ER will be, tentative date is the 10th of Feb.

pollymae429

Feb 07, 2010

To: ababy4us

Keep your chin up! Your time will come! I know how hard it must be especially after all you've been thru. Is your RE considering changing your protocol for next time? I also had low numbers of eggs at retrieval...I had 7 but only 2 were mature and only 1 even fertilized....but it only takes one good one so stay positive!

ababy4us

Feb 07, 2010

To: jcheath

congrats!! so happy to hear..good for you going w/ the 2 ..i would have..wishing you sticky thought ..all my best

ababy4us

Feb 07, 2010

To: pollymae429

thanks for the advise..my problem is my age..i am 41.dr said he did the most aggressive protocol ,appt on monday .million questions for him..we are still going to try 1 more and if that doesnt do it we will do a donor egg..by then we will be broke and adopting from the state..wish insurance covered something..we are already 17,000 down..best of luck and thanks again..it really helps!

babycries

Feb 07, 2010

To: All

Well had my fibroid removed friday,, wasn't bad having a little bit of cramps... She started me on estradiol 2 tab 3x a day 1mg... she gave me 180 count and then i start progesterone 14 days after ,, Then i dont know what is next,.. hope im a feb ivf'er instead of march,..lol...

StephK_RN

Feb 07, 2010

To: Everyone

I'm freaking out a little.  My blood test is tomorrow, and today my cramps were a little stronger and I've had some spotting (barely, barely anything, but I saw it on my underwear - not bright red either).  I know this is normal in something like 25% of pregnancies (like my Mom throughout her entire 1st trimester of her first pregnancy), but I'm just very upset thinking that this is the beginning of my period.  Did you guys experience spotting?  How long after ET?  I am 11dpt.

My Dad and I both dreamed about my baby last night.  Weird, huh?  Mine was right after delivery, with my Mom and my husband, the nurse handed me a beautiful baby with thick brown hair, and I put the baby to my left breast, and I was so happy.  I started the day so hopeful and now I'm going crazy.   F*%& you 2WW!!!

To everyone in their 2WW I really hope you're doing better than I am.  I will let you know what happens tomorrow.  Babydust to everyone!!!  You know something, I feel better just getting it out...thanks, guys.

jess1080 - welcome aboard and best of luck to you.

babycries - that's great that you have that over with and you're feeling OK.  Good luck with your cycle - I hope you're et will be february too.

ababy4us - I'm sending you hugs and prayers.  Hang in there.

jcheath - I don't think I had any cramping on ET day but they started the day after and I've had them ever since (getting milder, until 3 days ago when I had intense pain on and off for about an hour, and then stronger cramps today).  Sounds like everyone's different and the range of "normal" is broad.

allgood427

Feb 07, 2010

To: All

Say a little prayer for us! ER tomorrow morning at 8am! I am so nervous b/c the RE only sees 7 follies so hopefully we will have good ones!

tryingSF

Feb 07, 2010

To: all in 2ww and IVF

just wanted to say hello and good luck/baby dust to all.

i am in the 2ww myself.   jceath, i am on very similar timeline to you.  first attempt-- had 3 FT (2 8 cell, 1 6 cell, all grade 1) w/assisted hatching on Day 3 (Feb 5).   I am trying to stay positive.  Major cramping, continued ovary pain but that was there even before the transfer.  I am already freaking myself out because I am no good at bed rest (went for long walk both yesterday and today, dr says fine but....)

how is everyone else doing?   i think these forums are great for support and to keep us all from going crazy from the wait!

Good luck with ER allgood427, a major hurdle about to be out of the way.

jenni91998

Feb 07, 2010

To: everyone

I am new here and new to IVF in January. I am 36, DH is 37. We have a 6 year old son and have been trying since 5/05 to have another baby. I have a history of endometriosis. We've had 2 failed IUIs and I just had my first ET on Thursday (1/4). We put in 2 day 5 blastocysts. I felt some very mild cramping this morning, but other than that, no symptoms. My first blood test is Friday. It seems like an eternity. I actually look forward to our progesterone injection each evening because that means another day is down and we're one day closer to the outcome. This is our one shot at IVF so I'm praying this takes. I need some comradery here. Sometimes I feel like nobody around me gets it. Godspeed to each of you.

tryingSF

Feb 07, 2010

To: jenni and steph

Steph, so much luck with your blood test tomorrow.

Jenni, I know what you mean, the wait is cruel! Hang in there.

jenni91998

Feb 07, 2010

To: allgood427

Just in case this is your first time and your RE doesn't tell you (and I wish mine had), when you get home from your ER tomorrow, rest sitting up in bed or a recliner. Don't lay flat. It caused me great distress in my rib cage and shoulders. Here's hoping for 7 happy, fertile eggs! I'll be thinking of you tomorrow!

allgood427

Feb 07, 2010

To: jenni91998

Thanks for the advice! This is my first IVF cycle and I had never been told that! I will make sure to take your advice.

Good luck and lots of BD to you!! You're in the home stretch...just a little longer until your test!

cwolf1006

Feb 07, 2010

To: allgood427

Saying a little prayer for you and your ER tomorrow!! Good Luck!! Hope you get lots of good strong fertilized eggs!!

Everyone else-
So happy for all the BFP's
Praying and hoping for all in the two week wait
And wishing time to move faster for all others who are patiently waiting for the next step
SSBD to all!!

cwolf1006

Feb 07, 2010

To: jess1080

Welcome, keep us posted, you are only a few days ahead of me, my ER is scheduled for 02/15, go for u/s and blood work tomorrow!! Good Luck!!

Enough2356

Feb 07, 2010

To: allgood427

I will say a pray for you.  You will do fine.  Please keep us posted.
I heard that eating pineapple core helps with attachement.

ASFM- Waiting on my cycle to start. Praying for all of you and for me.  I like amny of you really wants this to work.  All I can do is pray and pray.

preciousfamily2010

Feb 08, 2010

To: brandi1971

You are so right, what is a few shots in the butt??  So it will be just a memory and I will have my beautiful baby or babies!!

It still seems so unreal!!  My DH is so happy...he has names picked put already if we have boys!! One of the names will be his, but he's keeping the second name a secret if we have two - said he didn't want any one to know, good idea not to tell me =)

Congratulations on all the BFPsss and super high numbers!!!

For all who are hurt because it didn't work, I feel your pain.  When I tried to have my tubes untied and it didn't work, I mourned as if someone died...it will work out all in good time!!!

pollymae429

Feb 08, 2010

To: everyone

Good luck to all of you who are having retrievals and ET this week!!  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

jcheath....I would have transferred 2 as well...wow, and how nice to have so many to freeze!  Thinking sticky embryo thoughts for you this week!

jess1080...welcome and keep us posted!

StephK_RN....best of luck with your blood test today!!  I had bad cramping the day after my ET, then none until 9 -10 days after with a little spotting and my test came up positive!!  hope the same is true for you!

allgood427....good luck with the retrieval today!!  Hope they find 7 (or more) perfect mature eggs in those 7 follicles...take it easy for the next few days and hope you are feeling alright! The hardest part is over!

Molly

Brandie1971

Feb 08, 2010

To: All

I cant stand it anymore!  I think I'm going to take a HPT tomorrow morning - I'm scheduled for the blood test Wednesday.  I had indigestion Saturday and Sunday (thought that was a good sign) but today I'm getting a huge zit on my chin and feeling like I'm going to start again.

Nobody warned me about the dreaded 2ww!  Yowza!

I'm praying for each and every one of you.  This forum as been a God send to me.
Big puffs of baby dust to ALL!!!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 08, 2010

Brandie1971 -I had period symptons also, pimples, cramping, sore bbs, mood swings (from hell).

Happy Monday to all!! I go in for my 2nd blood draw today to make sure my numbers are going up and I have my baby orientation!!!  So excited!!!  Next will be hearing heart beats and seeing them on the ultra sound screen.

I had a dream that my babyshower was done in lavender.  Corney, because I don't even like that color.

megs1223

Feb 08, 2010

Hi All- Going in for my first beta tomorrow morning. I have never been so nervous in my life. My Dr. said to take a home test before I come in for blood test. I told my husband he has to look at it:) I will keep you posted. Wish me luck:)

jenni91998

Feb 08, 2010

To: allgood427

Hoping all went well today. Let us hear from you!

Melissa_71

Feb 08, 2010

To: allgood427

thinking of you and praying all went well today with your ER!

to everyone else, hope you are all doing well & hanging in there...

as for me i dont know what's going on...af has not arrived...was off the bcp since jan 31st...has anyone else skipped theirs after bcp/lupron? (i as still on the suprefact which is similar to lupron). i have never missed one before and this is scary...waiting a few more days and then calling the clinic again..

take care.

Melissa

preciousfamily2010

Feb 08, 2010

To: megs1223

Please don't keep us in suspense...what was the result of the HPT?

megs1223

Feb 08, 2010

Not taking it till tomorrow morning (tuesday)

Ready_2_be

Feb 08, 2010

To: Question to Everyone

This thread is such good one!!!
There are so many successful IVF's on this thread. Many of you ladies are so up on fertility stuff!
I have a question. There seems to be different theories on how long to rest or have bed rest after the Embryo Transfer.

I am trying to get a game plan on resting after my transfer. I was told to just rest on that day and night and normal activities (non-strenuous after that)
Did anyone rest longer then 1 day.
Let me know and congratulations to all!

megs1223

Feb 08, 2010

Hi Ready_2_be-

I went home after my egg transfer and just took it easy. My husband was here to watch our almost four year old so I was able to relax. I was not sore or anything. My Dr. said just take it easy for the day and than back to normal the next. Every Dr. does thing's differently. It is nice to have someone to pamper you though:) Good luck

pink31481

Feb 08, 2010

To: all

I am new to this forum and am finding all of your comments extremely helpful.  Our transfer was done on Sat. Jan. 30th.  He transferred 2, 7-cell, grade II embryo's.  I couldn't wait any longer and did a pregnancy test on Sun. (8 days post transfer).  It was negative.  Of course, I am hoping that it was still too early.  I go for my blood test on Wed.  I promised my husband I wouldn't do anymore preg. tests, so I am patiently waiting for Wed. to get here.  I had extreme cramping for about 4-5 days after the transfer and of course breast tenderness.  I also noticed blue veins popping out on my breasts.  Now I am feeling really tired.  I have very mild cramping every now and then (mainly at night), and my breasts aren't as tender or swollen.

Ready_2_be:  My doctor told me bed rest the day of the transfer and to take it easy for the following 2 days.  I pretty much laid around to and from the bed and couch for about 4-5 days.

Brandie1971:  We go for our blood test on the same day!  Good luck to you.

HUGE PUFFS OF BABY DUST TO ALL OF US!!!!!!

allgood427

Feb 08, 2010

To: All

Thank you so much for the prayers and well wishes!  We got 6 eggs and we'll know tomorrow how many fertilized.  DH had to go back a few hours later to give another sample b/c the first one was really low but the embryologist said that second was was MUCH better, so we're excited about that.  We are doing ICSI, so we really only need 6 good ones!

I am really disappointed that we only got 6 eggs.  I am a healthy 28 year old and none of the "issues" with our infertility pointed in my direction so I was hoping to provide a lot of eggs to give our sperm issue a better chance.  My RE assured me that it's quality over quantity so I'm just praying that they are all good quality eggs and all make it through fertilization.  I wanted to have some to freeze so we wouldn't have to go through the whole process again for the next time (or spend that much money!).  And, now my RE is talking about a day 3 transfer which I'm not super happy about.  I want them to go as long as they can.  But, as long as we have 2 good ones to transfer, I will still be incredibly blessed so I'm trying not to let myself get too anxious right now.

As for the retrieval, it wasn't nearly as bad as I thought it would be!  My nurse and nurse anesthetist were incredibly sweet and patient with me.

I will definitely keep you posted when I hear from them tomorrow!

Thanks everyone!  And BD to all!

Ready_2_be

Feb 08, 2010

To: All

Meg & pink: Good luck with your up and coming pregnancy tests!
Thanks for the advice on rest. I have 3 small pets that like to go whereever I go so I may need to have them separate from me for 24 hours so I can actually relax!!!

Allgood It only takes one to get pregnant!!!!!!

Brandie1971

Feb 08, 2010

To: Everyone

So I did the HPT this afternoon (12 days post transfer) and it was negative : (
My husband is still hopeful that we could be pregnant. I guess we wont know for sure until Wednesday.

Has anyone ever had a negative HPT and actually been pregnant this far into it? I would think day 12 would be pretty accurate...

StephK_RN

Feb 08, 2010

To: Everyone

Hey girls,

Had my blood work today - negative.  I knew that since I started bleeding before he called me, but I was still hopeful.

I just wanted to warn anyone taking crinone gel about what I experienced, so you don't freak out too.  If you are negative and start your period, all the crinone that you had inserted in the last 15 days or so will come our looking dark reddish black - like old clots or tissue or something horrifying.  When MD explained it to me after confirming my negative I was very relieved and it made sense, I just hadn't thought of that - I thought I had miscarried then and there and would have to go for D&C.  SO, if you're taking that stuff, beware.

Good luck to everyone else.  Stay positive.  As for me, I haven't any clue how I'm going to do this again - I guess just go through the motions.  I'm really afraid to go back to work and take care of moms and babies in postpartum - sounds like an awful idea at the moment.  I'm just nervous that this won't ever work - that was my best embryo by far.  I hate going back to the doctor - that first visit for another cycle is so awful for me - feels like such an uphill climb, but that kind of thinking isn't helpful, I know.  I hope I didn't bring you all down, I'm just dealing I guess.  Husband went out for mojito ingredients - what a guy!!!

cwolf1006

Feb 08, 2010

allgood427-6 eggs is great, good luck on the fertilization :) For some reason my clinic does 3 day transfers as well? SSBD!!

Ready_2_be-My clinic says bed rest for two days and counts the day of transfer as one, so really one and a half :) and then light duty, no house work or lifting, ect. for the next two weeks

Melissa-I'm feeling like I'm legging a bit behind as well!! Hang in there :)

Everyone-SSBD to all!! Love reading the posts!!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 08, 2010

Well I had my blood work and my numbers have doubled!! I go for my ultra sound next week!!!

So excited!!! I'm also happy because my household is finally getting back to some type of normalcy. My honey no longer has kitchen and cleaning duty and he is happy about it.

I'm just so very thankful right now...for those who received your BFN - it will all be in good time. Not a cliche...I have been trying and crying for the last 4 years and it happended for us.

Brandie1971

Feb 08, 2010

To: StephK_RN

I'm sorry to hear your results were negative. I know it can be disheartening.
Hang in there and just take it one day at a time. This thread is a God send. I'm praying for you.

tryingSF

Feb 08, 2010

To: allgood427

I had Day 3 transfer because had only 7 eggs (transferred 3 on day 3). I was bummed too but after reading about it and talking to RE, I realized it was all for best because gave Embies (my embies at least) the best shot. It also increases the odds of multiples, and since I am really hoping for twins (hoping just for a positive, but...). The way I am looking at the Day 3 thing during the wait is that the embies just REALLY wanted to be back inside me where it is cozy and welcoming, so now they just need to stick around!

keep posting and best of baby luck.

megs1223

Feb 09, 2010

Hi All- Woke up at 3:00 a.m. because I had to go to the bathroom so bad. I decided to go ahead and take the HPT (well actually three) since I am going in for my first beta today. It came back BFP:) I will update later after my beta. We are in total shock:) Hope everyone else is hanging in there!!

Ready_2_be

Feb 09, 2010

To: Brandy and StephK

As you are well aware of this is a journey. EVERYONE on this thread has had ups and down,myself definitely included, but I do know that many ladies on the pregnancy forum and the pregnancy forum 35+ used to be on this forum. That is encouraging to me. I like to pop in there and read their bios because so many of them have overcome some situtations that are really tough but yet pulled it through to pregnancy and having babies! These ladies stories help with my presistency big time! When my RE urged me to use donor eggs because I am above 40, The decision was very heart-wrenching and tearful. I yelled at my hubby because he was afraid to have kids when we were in our 20's and he would actually wear a condom when we were married. Out of anger one day i told him that he gets his genes but I don't get mine in our future babies and then began to cry and cry and cry. But then I look at my pets (don't laugh), I look at them and say what a beautiful blessing they are in my life. So after soul searching I thought "my gosh my Pomeranians are not my same species and yet I would do anything for them. My husband let me 100% choose my donor who's bio reads like me at 22 and who looks like a combo of both of us. I then started to get excited! Enough about my situation! You all are young and have more then one time to try. I was reading about an awesome gal who had 14 transfers and is now past her first trimester! What an amazing woman & beautiful inside and out!
So hang in there ladies, god is going to give you a baby! :)

pollymae429

Feb 09, 2010

Hi ladies, got my final bloodwork back today....I am 5 weeks 4 days pregnant and my beta went from 263 to 5588 in a week so my RE is happy with my progress. Progesterone is 29. They were thinking about having me go from every day progesterone to every other day injections for a few weeks then discontinue. I am nervous about weaning off the progesterone so early and I feel like this is so much earlier than most posts that I have read where ladies are told to go until week 10 of pregnancy when the placenta takes over progesterone production. I asked if I could continue the injections daily for now....I would much rather do the injections than jeopardize my pregnancy. Anyone have any thoughts or care to share how long they will be on progesterone following ivf? First ultrasound is next Tuesday and DH and I are super-excited!!

Thanks for all the updates ladies, I really enjoy coming on here and catching up with where everyone is in all of this...it is so nice to have such wonderful support!

megs1223.....Congrats on your BFP!!

preciousfamily2010....like you, I can't wait to see that little embryo on ultrasound...it will all seem so much more real then! Good luck!

StephK_RN....I am really sorry! I know how hard it must be to get a BFN. Stay strong! It sounds like you have a really good attitude....your bfp is coming soon!!

Brandie1971....good luck on your blood test! I'll be sending postive thoughts your way!

Wishing you all a happy Tuesday!
Molly

MeMe_Brown

Feb 09, 2010

To: Everyone

I just want to give ya'll an update...but first I wanted to tell all you that you a very STRONG WOMEN!! I am praying for each everyone of you that you continue to have the strength to keep going and to not give up. Unless you have gone through this a person would never know of the emotional toll this can have on a person's mental,physical and emotional well-being..but I pray for all you that all of your test come back BFP!!!!!!! GOD Bless you all..

Well as for me...at 21 days past transfer and beta was about 6000 so I have been scheduled for ultrasound on Friday!! I am super excited and super BLESSED!!! I pray that all continues to go well and once again I thinking of you all..

megs1223

Feb 09, 2010

Hi All- Hope everyone is hanging in there!! I know it is hard and we are here to listen:) As for me had my first beta this morning. I am BFP. My number for the first beta was 253. I go back on Thursday for a follow up beta.

XOXO
Baby Dust To All:)

chrissypraying4hope

Feb 09, 2010

To: All

Hi every1 just a little update im feelin ok and the pains have calmed down now, so just lookin forward to my scan now cant wait. Im a little worried that im not feelin pregnant at the mo im 6 weeks today,but im hopin this will change real soon. Thanku for all ur support if it wasnt for this site i think i might of gone a little mad :-)

Congrats to all with BFP's hope u all have a happy pregnancy.

Im sorry to hear about the negs an sending tons of baby dust ur way with prayers xx

Every1 on there 2ww good luck and to every1 else starting out good luck too xx

Sending tons of baby dust to all xx

Thanks again an i will keep u updated hopefully with some good news on my scan im scared of what might not be..xx

allgood427

Feb 09, 2010

To: All

Got the news from our RE today.  Out of the 6 eggs they retrieved yesterday, 3 fertilized and 2 look really good.  I am such a mixture of emotions right now b/c this is the first "baby" DH and I have ever created.  After all these years, we are officially parents!!!

But, I am also terrified b/c out of all of this, we only got 3 fertilized eggs, and still have 2 days to go to see how many we can actually transfer.  My RE has now moved up my transfer to a day 3 which I'm not super excited about but at this point, I am just praying that we have at least one embryo to transfer.  I'm 28 and have no "issues" so I'm feeling like a failure since this was supposed to be the easy part of the whole process.  I was to supply lots of good eggs b/c I have them to help out with DH's low motility.  I know I can't let myself get negative right now, especially since we do have 3, so DH and I are about to open one of our nice bottles of wine that we got from our Napa trip 3 years ago and have steaks.  We have something to celebrate...our first time being parents, even if it's only shortlived and that's worth it!

congrats to everyone and thank you for your continued support and prayers.

jenni91998

Feb 09, 2010

To: allgood427

I think your news is exciting! You're no failure. We'll just pray that those babies' cells keep dividing! I love that you are celebrating parenthood! Enjoy your night and know we're pulling for you!

Matthew 7:7

Ready_2_be

Feb 10, 2010

To: Jenni91998, Allgood427,Megs & Everyone

Yesterday was my ET.
My hubby and I got to the RE office at two and the embryologyist came in at 2:30 to show me and my DH the picture of our two embryos. I cried! Then I showed them to my DH and the doctor and put them in my purse. The hope is i get to show this photo to my kids and tell them that it is thier first baby picture. :)
My transfer went really smoothly and the song by Carli Simone "You belong to me" was playing on the office sound system, followed by Seal's song Love's Divine.
I layed on the table for 45 minutes, then the nurse told us that I could put my yoga pants on and head home. I was struck by a surge of emotion that lasted the full 45 minutes and hopeful tears streamed down the sides of my face onto my ears. So allgood I can relate to you on your post above. Congratualations on your embryos!
Also Congrats Megs on BFP!!!!
Jenni91998 I am sending hugs and good positive prayers to you.
Good luck to everyone at all stages of the cycle & early pregnancy!

megs1223

Feb 10, 2010

Ready_2_be- I am sitting hear crying reading your post:) I also looked at the picture of my babies and had the same reaction. I am saying prayers for you. Thanks for the congrats, we are in shock. Keep us posted on your progress. Take it easy for the next two weeks, it is a long wait but so worth it:)

To everyone else hope you are doing good:)

Ready_2_be

Feb 10, 2010

To: megs1223

You have to be feeling on cloud 9!!!! Really really exciting!!!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 10, 2010

To: Ready_2_be

Congratulations on your ET. It has to be thrilling to have your dream come. I pray for sticky ones!! I also cried when they showed me a picture of my embryos - they are in my babies keep sake box. The embryologist quoted to me part of a song "Dance to me the children who are waiting to be born" and I say that for you. Congratulations...

Ready_2_be

Feb 10, 2010

To: preciousfamily2010

What a sweet embryologist!
Yes sticky please!!!
How is everything going, last i noticed you had very high beta numbers..yah!!!

cwolf1006

Feb 10, 2010

Hey everyone!! Hope everyone is doing well!! I am just days away from ER, still on schedule for the 15th, things are looking really well, have one more u/s on Friday and then the big week, I'm really looking forward to it, and yes even the 2WW, I never thought I'd say that :)

allgood-so glad to hear your exciting news, I love your spirit, thank you for making me smile :) I am praying for those little embies to grow, good luck on your transfer tomorrow!!

Ready2be-SSBD, you are amazing!!! I am saying a little prayer for you, your DH and your embryo's!!

Good Luck to All and Keep Smiling!!

pink31481

Feb 10, 2010

To: All

I got some upsetting news yesterday. Our other 6 embryo's didn't make it to the freezing stage, so I'm trying really hard to have positive thoughts that I am pregnant. They transferred 2, so I'm hoping at least one has implanted. I started having a little bit of pinkish colored discharge last night, but since then has stopped. I'm hoping it was implantation. I took another pregnancy test yesterday (10 days post transplantation) and it said NOT PREGNANT. I was hoping it was the test that I had used. Have any of you ladies used the digital pregnancy tests? I did my beta HCG this morning and am still awaiting the results. My Dr's office is being so darn slow!

StephK_RN: I am so sorry about your negative results. I am a postpartum nurse as well, so I know exactly what you're going through. Hang in there!

allgood427

Feb 10, 2010

To: all

Thanks for the well wishes!  I am so nervous and excited about tomorrow's ET!

for those of you who are looking...you can get really cheap early pregnancy tests from a site called www.early-pregnancy-tests.com.  they are about $1.00 a piece and will test for early signs.  Definitely makes it easier to pee on about 20 each month ;-)  Just kidding, but it is much cheaper.

Good luck to everyone!  CWolf, you are almost there!

megs1223

Feb 10, 2010

Hey Allgood427- You will do great:) Just try and relax and take it easy!! We are praying for you and sending you lots of baby dust:)

Megan

pollymae429

Feb 10, 2010

pink31481....hoping you get good news today!!  I'm thinking about you...

allgood427....sending positive thoughts your way for a smooth and successful transfer tomorrow!!  It is so exciting to see the pics of your little embryos before the transfer....be sure to go home and sleep and relax and get ready for the lovely 2ww.
Best wishes!

Ready_2_be...I'm sending sticky baby dust your way!!  Congrats on a smooth ET...it is really emotional to finally be able to see those little embryos however small they are.....they are your offspring and its amazing how quick you become attached to them....keep us updated!!

Hoping the best for everyone!!
Molly

jenni91998

Feb 11, 2010

To: everyone

Allgood - looking forward to hearing how your babies look today and how the ET goes!  Thinking of you.

Pink- Wondering about the result of your beta yesterday.  You've been on my mind.

Ready - I loved reading your post about your ET.  Welcome to the waiting room.  It is the slowest place on earth!  I'm praying you have your heart's desire.

ASFM, less than 24 hours to first beta.  I have not a side effect of anything, not one.  I feel such peace, though.  I know God loves us as His children and will provide only the best for us.  I'm trusting Him, no matter the outcome.  I just want to KNOW!!!!!  :)

Hugs to to each of you today!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 11, 2010

Just popping in to say hi to everyone!! I hope your day got off to a good start...

I have doctors appointment to tell me how far a long I am and the next week my ultrasound appointment...can't wait.

BBD to all!!!

Melissa_71

Feb 11, 2010

To: all

Hi Ladies,

as i suspected my clinic cancelled this ivf...this protocal was heading for disaster....i was so against the suprefact to start and told them today and now they told me to stop taking it....they want me to go back next month and do the short protocal...o the mountains we must climb. ladies on this forum, i wish u all the best...and i'll probably be on here bec i like to hear success stories...
good luck!

bye for now,

Melissa

jcheath

Feb 11, 2010

To: everyone

Hi Everyone,

I hope everyone is doing great! =)

So I went into work and a few co-workers asked my to take a HPT, I was avoiding it because it's too early, I was told by my RE that I could do a HPT on Saturday and my blood work is on Monday. It's been 6 days since I had a 5day transfer of hatching embies and I went ahead and took the test, so I saw the one line pop up real quick, and then I figured...aww its negative, I shouldnt have done this because it was too early, well 2 mins went by and the 2nd line showed up, it was very faint but it was there and it was noticeable. I called my RE and asked if there was any way this could be the medicine making it a positive, she said "at this point, your system is clean of the meds and you should be fine, retest on saturday anyway". So, I dont want to get excited just yet but has anyone had a positive after 6 days of transfer? I'm eager for Saturday to show up so I can take my other HPT, I also can't wait for my blood work on Monday. Gosh this 2ww is really a killer. I'm stressing for the day's to go by quicker. >_<

sas276

Feb 11, 2010

So today was our egg retrieval. They were able to get 21 eggs! Now just waiting to hear back from them tomorrow on how many fertilized.

I can't believe how quickly this is going.

Well wishes to all!!!

cwolf1006

Feb 11, 2010

To: Melissa_71

Hang in there! Wishing you the best for your next journey!

jcheath-super excited for you and good luck, sounds like a successful transfer!

jenni91998

Feb 11, 2010

To: Melissa_71

I can only imagine how disappointed you must be.  I'm sorry.  You're right - the mountains are large and many!  Hang in there.

Sas - Wow! 21 eggs!  You must feel physically relieved after that!  Hope the retrieval was easy for you and that you're feeling well tonight.  And don't worry - it won't go this fast the whole cycle!!! The 2ww is agonizing.

jcheath - how exciting for you!  You're braver than I am.  My beta is tomorrow and I didn't have the nerve to test this week at home!

megs1223

Feb 11, 2010

Hi All- Hope everyone is doing well:) Went in for my second beat today. First beta was 253 second was 1,110. That is quite a jump in numbers:) I go back for another beta on Tuesday, can't wait to see what the numbers are. Hope everyone has a good relaxing stress free weekend. Hugs and Baby Dust to all:)

Megan

preciousfamily2010

Feb 12, 2010

To: jcheath

Congrats on the positive!! I took mine, well one of mine, HPT test and finally on the fifth day it did come out positive. Just like yours, the first line came up real quick, then I put it down so I could finish using the rest room and when I picked it back up - the second line was there!!! I didn't get to excited either - but then I took another and it also came out positive. I've already had my two blood draws and my numbers look good...so really do think that it was a success for you!!

sas276

Feb 12, 2010

To: all

jenni91998 - thanks, I'm feeling great today. We got the call this morning, 12 eggs fertilized. Thinking we will do the transfer on Tuesday! Yeah ;-)

megs and precious - congrats to you both.

what an amazing world we live in where science makes this possible. baby dust to all!

Enough2356

Feb 12, 2010

To: cwolf, allgood427, all

Hello,
congrads to all.
Updates  went to re to day.  to chat about how many we like to transfer.  I wasnted 4 dr. said that was way to risky.  so we are doing 3.  I thought the ET would be done on Feb. 28 but they said on the 3/4.  so we will pray and pray that this works for us.  I pray that God blessus  with the joy of motherhood.
so I will be reading post and keeping up with all the bfp.  love the stories.

MeMe_Brown

Feb 12, 2010

To: Everyone

I had my us today and guess what we see ..TWO SACS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow twins...about rolled off the table from excitement. Well we go back on the 19th for second us and doc said we should be able to hear the heartbeat..How exciting......I will be glowing all day...

Everybody hang in there dreams and miracles do come true. I am rooting and praying for each and everyone of you....GOD BLESS

pollymae429

Feb 12, 2010

To: MeMe_Brown

Wow, twins! What wonderful news! I am so happy for you. Hope you have a wonderful weekend....

All:
Hope you all have a stress-free and glorious weekend! Take care and baby dust!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 12, 2010

All!!!

Guess what....I had my ultrasound today and they also saw TWO SACS!!!!! So excited and so thankful!!! My mother was elated because my brothers are faternal twins and that gives her more gran babies!!!!

My honey couldn't be with me =( But I cannot wait to tell him the news because he wanted to have twins!!!! I have to go back on Friday for another ultra sound!!! OMG I'm so excited!!!!!

Congrats MeMe_Brown!!!

My official due date is October 14th!!! I keep staring at my ultrasound picture!!!!!!

allgood427

Feb 12, 2010

To: all

WOW!  2 sets of twins in one day!!!  that's so excited preciousfamily and MeMe!

We had our transfer yesterday and they put 2 Grade 3, 8 cell embryos in.  Our embroylogist said they looked great and was very pleased.  Now, just pray that they stick!  We ended up with 5 embryos, but she wasn't very optimistic about the other 3 so we might not have any to freeze :-(  But, right now, I'm just praying for these two.

Good luck to everyone!  Say some prayers for the 2ww!

Also, what should i expect in side effects with the progesterone shots?  Besides a sore hiney of course!

rkb81

Feb 12, 2010

hi all i had 3 embroys transfered and its been 7 days now.. ive been taking HPTs every day i cant stop! and they all been negative.. does that mean anything? or is it still too early?
the usual symptoms as well cramping, booby pain, and out of breath!
does that mean anything??
i am officially out of patience!.. tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tockk tick tock tick vtock tick tock!!
blood test on the 17th!
and one more thing i havent beem totally chilling.. ive been working and my work consists of lots of walking.. do any of you know if thast ok??
wish me luckkkk
SUPER STICK BABY DUST TO ALL YOU PPL WAITING FOR THE RESULTS!!

megs1223

Feb 12, 2010

Hi rkb81- I did not take my test until the morning of my first beta. My Dr. said if you take it to early it will probably not show up. I would say wait till the day before or the morning of your beat. I know it is hard to wait but it is worse to have to wait thinking it didn't work. I had cramping and really sore boobs. I had my first beta on Tuesday and it came back positive. If you can hold out it would say wait:) Try and take it easy and get some rest:) Sending you super sticky baby dust:)

Megan

rkb81

Feb 12, 2010

To: megs1223

thanku for your support and congrats on BFP!!! wohoooooooooooo

ill try to cool off the hpt....if i can;)

jenni91998

Feb 13, 2010

To: everyone

I had my first beta yesterday and it showed an HCG of 103!!!!  We're pregnant!  I am thrilled!  I go back tomorrow for second beta.  I'm not sure how long I'll have to go back every other day or when we'll have our first u/s.  Anyone??  I was so excited yesterday that I didn't think to ask that question!

As for the HPT, I took one just after my beta for fun and the line was light, but there.  That was 8 days past transfer.  I'm glad I didn't take an HPT beforehand.  I think it would have driven me crazy to keep seeing negatives because I tested too early.  Hang in there, rkb81!

Allgood, I am so excited for you and can't wait to hear your news!  Surprisingly, I didn't really have side effects from the PI.  I might have been a little moody, but I think that's to be expected anyway with all we're going through!  FYI...I've learned with the shots that if I put a heating pad on my hiney 5-10 minutes, holding the filled syringe in my hand to warm it and then ice 30-60 seconds before, it makes the injection virtually pain free.  Then DH rubs the hiney firmly and I go back to the heating pad for another 5-10.  I read this process online and it's helped!

Congrats, megan and meme!

Looking forward to hearing about the progress of your babies, sas!

Happy Valentine's, everybody!  This might be the sweetest one yet for us! :)

SquirrelFish

Feb 14, 2010

Hi Everyone.  I just joined!  And I'm hoping that having some girls to chat with about similiar experiences will help me get thru this.  Nice to meet everyone.

I had a single embryo transfer on Tues, 2/9 - it was graded an "A" blast and it was a day 5 transfer.   Our doc gave us a 50% pregnancy success rate, which doesn't seem very high to me.  But he said that normal people only have a 15-18% chance each month so 50% is high.  To me, it seems like just the flip of a coin...ugh.

I'm not feeling any symptoms of pregnancy other than sore boobs, but they have been sore since all the injections started.  Should I be experiencing any symtoms (symptoms)?  My nurse told me that I would not feel any symptoms.  Anyone else?  Sometimes I "think" I feel tightness in my lower abdonmen, but it could just be in my head.

This waiting game is torture!  We go on 2/22 for our first blood test.  Any suggestions to keeping yourself sane during this??

Good luck to everyone!!

PS: is anyone using endometrin suppositories for progesterone?  Or is most everyone taking the injections???

Enough2356

Feb 14, 2010

To: SquirrelFish

Welcome. I will start endometrin in a couple of days but I have not started yet. I have in the past and they were very mess.

Congrads to all the new bfp.

SquirrelFish

Feb 14, 2010

To: Enough2356

Yes, they are very messy. I have to do 3 x/day. I was just curious why some people take the suppositories while others take injections?? What's the difference?

allgood427

Feb 14, 2010

To: SquirrelFish

I was told there wasn't a difference besides price (at least where I am). The injections are 1/4 of the cost of the suppositories. And, I guess it's a "pick your poison" kind of thing b/c the shots are a (literal) pain in the butt but the suppositories are messy. I HATE shots and my nurse said if we got a BFP we could look into switching but we'll have to see about the cost since we've already invested so much!

Back to work for me tomorrow. Been on bedrest since the ET on Thursday afternoon and I have to say I have cabin fever!! But, I am anxious about going back to work and doing too much. What did everyone else do during their 2ww as far as work, cleaning, lifting things, exercising, etc.?

Thanks for the advice!

SquirrelFish

Feb 15, 2010

To: allgood427

Good Morning.  I'm so jealous you are back to work today...we are off for President's Day and I wish I was back at work.  Then I would be busy and not have to think negative thoughts and worries all day long!!  Ugh.  This 2ww is brutal.

I had my ET last Tuesday and I stayed on bedrest for 2 days, and I've been taking it real easy.  Very limited house cleaning (like only wiping the kitchen counters down), no lifting or exercising.  My nurse told me that if later on I'm going to say to myself "well, if I just hadn't exercised I would be preggers", then don't put yourself in that situation.  You know?

When do you go for your blood test?  Are you feeling any symptoms??  I go on 2/22 and I'm feeling NOTHING!!  Is this good or bad?  I wish I had a crystal ball...ugh.

Have a good day at work...it will be good for you to keep your mind on other things.  Just don't stress yourself or lift anything.

rkb81

Feb 15, 2010

Tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock tick tock!!!

Its been 10 days from my ET !! still taking th HPTs and negitive still keeps popping up! hoping i still have time for it to swich to a BFP!

did any of you guys keep getting negitive preg. test and the blood test turn a porsitive??
please some one reply i need resurance

preciousfamily2010

Feb 15, 2010

To: rkb81

I feel your pain!! I took a pregnancy test everyday!!! Even the day after the ET!! But you have to remain positive because I didn't have any symptoms and it was just driving me absolutley crazy!!!

But if you continue to get negatives, I would relax and wait till the beta test. It my be that the tests aren't registering your hcg.

But now, I have two precious sacs growing in my belly right now!! And I still do not have any symptoms!! Well just sore bbs!!!

pink31481

Feb 15, 2010

To: All

Sorry I am just now posting. We are NOT pregnant. It took a few days for me to recover to be able to get on here again. My faith and hope is still and has always been in God. He truly knows what's best for all of us. My husband and I are unsure about what to do. The low fertilization and development was due to his low sperm count and morphology. So, it's hard to try to swallow that we spent $14,000 on nothing. However, I believe that everything happens for a reason. I also believe that God is a healer!!! God is able to do "exceedingly, abundantly, above all that we ask or think." Who knows... the next time I post it may be a post that we have become pregnant naturally!!! It's in God's hands. Good luck to all of you. I have said a prayer for each of you. Don't get me wrong... it's extremely painful to get news that your not pregnant in our situations, and I sobbed all night about it. But, it has helped me to know that I have a heavenly father watching out for what's best for me. We may not always understand what he has in store for us, but we have to put our total trust in him anyways.

Ready_2_be

Feb 15, 2010

To: pink31481

Pink:
I am really really sorry about your news.

TinkyJ

Feb 15, 2010

To: Hi Everyone

I am very new to this and hope you don't mind me joining in! reading through all your posts has really made me feel more positive and stronger about having to go through treatment, Firstly congrats to all of those BFP!! and to everyone who is not quite there stay strong! and my thoughts go out to you.

I started my first ICSI cycle on 18 January we had our ET on 8 February and put 2 grade 2 embies back on a 6 day blast none of the other embies were suitable for freezing!

Im 8 days in to my 2WW and take my HPT on Saturday 20 which I am very nervous about as I have started a light bleed which got heavy and has now seemed to sow down again, my nurse has told me to take it easy and relax but its so hard when you have so many thoughts flying around your head!!

Has anyone else experienced this is it normal?

Again I hope no one minds me butting in!

Take care TinkyJ xx

Ready_2_be

Feb 15, 2010

To: Everyone

TinkyJ you had your ET one day before mine
Squirrel Fish you had yours the same day as mine
& Allgood you are 2 days after me CONGRATs and good luck on all our ET's!!

I had two 5 day blasts transfered on Tuesday- the ninth so it has been 6 days for me and I can't top thinking about jcheath's post above where she tested positive on day SIX!!! Wow fisrt off jcheath congrats to you how exciting.

jcHeath You are very brave, I want to take a HPT but I am afraid that if there is not enough HCG to read accuately that I will be crushed!

Precious Congratulations on TWINS!!!

And to all the ladies that are now prego!!! Yeah Yeah Yeah!!!!!

jenni91998

Feb 15, 2010

To: pink31481

My heart breaks for you. I, too, know the comfort of our awesome God. On a particular day when I couldn't understand why we were having to endure this hardship, I came to Romans 5:1-5. So, I would remind myself of this passage on difficult days; God was building my character and instilling His hope in my heart. His will is perfect and His timing is, too. Stay strong, my sister. You are in my prayers.

cwolf1006

Feb 15, 2010

Hi all, had my egg retrieval today, they got 28 eggs, 8 looked fractured, so 20 looked decent, they will call tomorrow to let me know how many fetilized! Doc said I have a bit of OHSS so we may push the normal 3 day transfer to a 5 day or depending how I feel in a few days cancel and do a frozen transfer. Not sure how I feel about this but I will have to wait and see.

Good luck to all in the 2 WW, just think positive!!
Congrats on all the BFP's!!
And to all who received BFN hang in there, it gets better with time, it will happen some day!!

Olga33

Feb 15, 2010

To: All

Hi everyone, just want to let everyone know, I went today for my first Ultrasound and i got good news there is 3 sacs, but we were only able to hear 2 heart beats. Dr. said the 3rd sac will dissolve within time, but they want to see me back in 2wks just to make sure.

Good luck to everyone!!!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 15, 2010

Ok - I have a new worry!!! I keep thinking this whole time about all this being to good to be true...so what if my sacs are just sacs?? What if there are no babies in there??

I need mental help - I will be crazy before the end of this journey =)

allgood427

Feb 15, 2010

To: all

precious - your sacs have TWO precious babies in them, don't let your mind tell you anything else!

Ready to Be - I am SO excited for you!!!  This is your time and you deserve this after your extremely long battle.  Please keep us posted!

cWolf - 28 eggs?!?!  that is amazing!  i'm sure that at least one of those will be the ONE!

Pink - I am so sorry, words can't express what y'all are feeling right now but I am uplifted by the attitude you are taking.  Hang on to those verses and recite them often when you feel down.

SquirrelFish and rkb - GOOD LUCK!!

As for me, we got the call today that our other 3 embryos didn't make it to freeze :-( We had been told not to be optimistic so I wasn't too let down, I just can't believe after all of this, we literally have "all of our eggs in one basket" It makes me so nervous!

Thanks to everyone on the advice.  I got pretty wiped out by lunch time and came home and laid down for about an hour before going back to work and that helped.  Of course, I don't "feel" pregnant, besides the really sore hiney (from shots) and the sore bbs, but I've had those ahile, so it's hard to hold yourself back from doing things.  I think I got wiped out just b/c I've been laying around doing nothing for 3 days!!!  And, the hormones make you feel pretty tired too i think.

Lots of love and prayers to everyone!

jcheath

Feb 15, 2010

To: Everyone

Hello Everyone! I hope everyone is doing good :)

I took a 2nd HPT on saturday and it showed positive, then this morning (monday) I went and had my blood drawn, the doctor called me to tell me ... "You are very pregnant"... and I have to go for a second blood drawing saturday b/c I can't go during the week do to my new job(can't really ask for a day off or time off when I start tomorrow). Im a lil' scared now because this afternoon I went to use the bathroom and there was some light pink spotting, and it's creeping me out! I dont want to have just been told I'm preggers and now have to worry about a m/c or something =( I would be 4 weeks right now I guess (i put it into a preg. calender) and I'm just wondering if this is implantation bleeding or what? Anyone ever spot around week 4?

Ready_2_be

Feb 16, 2010

To: jcheath & Everyone

Well you are the first people to know....except my hubby of course. I woke him up this morning at 6 AM with a positive HPT! I have been singing KC & the Sunshine band corny songs now since 6AM! This is the first HPT I have taken since the transfer and I am so relieved that it is positive! I was really scared to test because it has only been 7 days since the transfer. I have been feeling slight tummy twinges and a tight lower belly but wasn't sure if those weren't just side effects of the projesterone. jchealth positive HTP gave me the courage to take the test.

jcheat: your spotting is mostlikely normal (it says it on my post transfer sheet the the RE office gave me. You had two embryos put in...is that right? Please don't worry prego mommy.

rkb81

Feb 16, 2010

hi guys couldnt wait till tomorrow so went and took my beta today! im 11 days from ET
i hope i get accurate results!

WISH ME LUCK ! RESULTS COME OUT IN AN HOUR!

Ready_2_be

Feb 16, 2010

To: rkb81

Good luck to you girl !!!!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 16, 2010

Congratulations Ready_2_be - so happy for you!!!!

megs1223

Feb 16, 2010

Hi All- Hope everyone is doing well:) Congrats to all the BFP:) I went in this morning for my third beta. First was 253 Second was 1,110 and I am curious to see what the third will be. I have my first ultrasound with my regular ob on March 2nd. Hang in there everyone:)

XOXO
Megan

cwolf1006

Feb 16, 2010

jcheath and Ready2b-Congrats what wonderful news!!

What a happy positive thread!! So excited for the mommy to be's!! YAY!

pollymae429

Feb 16, 2010

wow, I cannot believe how many bfp's there are on this thread....absolutely amazing and inspiring....for those with bfn's I cannot express how sorry I am and how hard I know it must be....but hang in there...and know that your time is coming.

I had my first ultrsound today (at 6 weeks, 4 days) and was so excited to see my little bean of an embryo. I was relieved to see the little heartbeat, it made this pregnancy seem so much more real!! It definitely gives you a sense of achievement and knowing that all we've been thru is so worth it. My next ultrasound is in 3 weeks!!

So, stay positive ladies...looking forward to hearing about more hpt positives and bfps!! Best of luck to all of you and take care of yourselves.
Molly

preciousfamily2010

Feb 16, 2010

To: rkb81

Any news yet on your numbers?

I did the same thing and went in a day early for mine...

Nessa73

Feb 16, 2010

To: MeMe_Brown and Precious

Congrats you two on your TWO sacs. How exciting! I will be going in for my US on 22 FEB, so we'll see if both the embies stuck.

All you other ladies in the 2WW, hang in there. I took my HPT the day before my bloodtest was scheduled, couldn't handle it anymore, and it was positive right away.

Good luck to all of you.

MeMe_Brown

Feb 16, 2010

To: Everyone

Wow there surely has been a lot of bfp....GOD is so GOOD!!!!!!!

Ready 2 Be...congrats to you ...

jcheath....hang in there I had the same type of spotting everything will be okay

megs1223... congrats to you as well on your numbers....

rkb81...We are praying for you...wishing you all the luck in the world.

Nessa73...thanks for the well wishes ..they keep me staying positive...Congrats to you as well and I'll be praying for you as well...

Good luck to everybody and stay encouraged!!!!!!!!

megs1223

Feb 16, 2010

Hi All- Nurse just called with my third beta 5,046. They scheduled me for my first ultrasound next Thursday:) Baby dust to all:)

Megan

jenni91998

Feb 16, 2010

To: everyone

Wow Ready!  I am so excited for you I could cry!  What a long road for you!  Congratulations!  Now, baby(s), grow happy!!

JCHeath, don't worry yourself.  I spotted with my first pregnancy and he is a beautiful 6 year old today!

Rkb, where are you?!

I heard back from my second beta and it went from 103 to 294.  First u/s on Monday, 2/22!!!  (5weeks2days)

sas276

Feb 16, 2010

To: all

wow, i haven't been on the board since last week and so much has happened!

congrats to the news of all the twins - how exciting!!!!

today was my transfer, we were able to transfer two embies and freeze two today also. the lab said we may have more to freeze tomorrow which is very comforting to know.

i've been on my bed rest for about 7 hrs now and i can't wait until the 24th for our blood test.

good luck to all!!!

Megs75

Feb 17, 2010

To: Everyone

I should have just popped into this post instead fo starting my own. . .Hope you don;t mind me butting in. I'm new here and can't tell you how comforting it is to know that there are so many of you going through the same thing at the same time. . .Saturday was my blood test, BFN. Have been horribly nauseous and dizzy ever since. Hoped maybe the blood test was too early or seomthing but started spotting today.

So happy for the BFPs, and I can empathize with the BFNs. Since we don't have the money to do IVF again, unsure what our next step is. I wish I had the courage of Pink31481. I have been mostly feeling sorry for myself and defeated, esp. since the Dr. told me I had a low ovarian reserve and poor egg quality. We got 9 eggs day of ET, 2 were immature and two were degenrative, three fertilized and only two were viable for transfer but never made it to the blast stage by day 5. Don;t know what this means for us going forward. . .having a follow-up with the doc soon.

rkb81

Feb 17, 2010

hi guys!
i went in for the blood test on day 11 and got a BFN!!
dr said to come back in on day 14 cuz it still might be early
im so depressed..
its soo draining..
i try to keep a happy face infront of everyone but im so broken..
thanks for your concen!
ill keep you posted on day 14..

Megs75

Feb 17, 2010

To: rbk81

So sorry -- I know how you feel. But don't give up yet -- your Dr. may be right and it may be too early. My BFN was on day 11 too and I regret not taking a HPT on day 14 just in case.

preciousfamily2010

Feb 17, 2010

To: rkb81

Don't know what to say...but I hate to hear that news!! I remember the feeling when I couldn't get my tubes retied - the pain from that is still there and it's like a big hole in my heart!! But please don't give up hope!!!

cwolf1006

Feb 17, 2010

So we have 16 fertilized eggs all growing as should be 9 grade A and 7 grade B, we do really well at this, the problem is getting them to implant (per my history)!

Still showing signs of the OHSS, grrr, this happened last time as well, felling very bloated and painful, starting to radiate to the lung area so I am afraid they are going to cancel the transfer.

I am to go tomorrow morning as if I am getting the transfer done, they will evaluate how much fluid I am retaining and then evaluate the embies again to see if we should continue with the transfer or try a 5 day or cancel all together and try a FET in a few months!!

Not sure how I feel other than anxious!!

Still so happy for all the BFP's you are all an inspiration to keep going!! And to all the BFN I'm sorry, I don't want to say I know how you feel because everyone is different but you are not alone, hang in there!! And to all in the 2WW-saying a little extra prayer for you!!

Ready_2_be

Feb 17, 2010

To: cwolf1006

9 grade A embryos is a big amount and the B's may also catch up! You did great on your embryos, I know you are worried about your OHSS. I wish you the best on that but it also seems like you will have a good number of embryos to freeze!

I am saying a special prayer for you!

Enough2356

Feb 17, 2010

To: ALL

Hello ladies,
I have been reading and reading the post. Congrads to all. Yes, the sad stories bring tears to my eyes. But we somehow always bounce back up and give it all one more try. I read that some one said that all we can do is pray. I agree after you have done all you can, all you can do is " stand and pray".

ASFM- Had U/S and blood work. everything is looking good and all is well. ET is schedule for March 4. I will keep you posted when the dates get near.

babiboo

Feb 18, 2010

To: all

I have been in this battle for two years. Finally this month we decided to go along with ivf. I had my hopes high, I had 21 eggs collected, however only 9 of them were mature enough and only and only two were fertilized. I had my ET on 10 FEB. I have all the symptoms swollen breasts, tiredness, and a headache which just started today. I have to wait until wednesday for the bloodtest, but waiting just kills. Hope we all have our angels soon.

cwolf1006

Feb 18, 2010

We did not do the ET today :( however I did have to stay in the office for some IV fluids and some anti nausea!! OHSS is kicking my A**! We decided to let the embryo's grow to 5 day (blasts) never done this so we thought maybe this would be the lucky step!! Will decide to transfer on Sat. if I am getting better or just freeze them for future use!

Enough-Good post, you are correct in that we always seem to bounce back, it may take months, years, but we cope! I agree to just say a little extra prayer!!

babiboo-Good luck, thinking of you!!

itser

Feb 18, 2010

To: Everyone

Thanks for all the posts-it's great to read about people in similar situations.

I am in my 2ww after doing IVF (they made it to blastocyst), and am going for blood test on Monday. I have no consistant symptoms. Does anyone have anything to say to make me feel better that I don't have symptoms? I'm trying to stay positive but its so hard...

Ready_2_be

Feb 18, 2010

To: itser & everyone

I just got home from a great crazy day. I went to LabCorp at 10AM, it must have been company drug testing day there were 30 people in the little tiny waiting room. I was told the overworked hemotologist that I might not hear my BETA # today, but to keep my cell on. My girlfirends here took me to lunch for my B-Day (which was last week) & I kept my cell on table, it never rang.I just got the call at 6PM (a few minutes ago) from my RE coordinator. She said my BETA is 369 and the the doctor wrote yes-awesome next to the number. So it has been a great day!

itser I really had almost no systoms, just tiredness, and some slight twinges. I had two 5 day blasts transfered on 2-9-2010. They let me do my BETA one day early because I had taken 2 HPTs and they were positive.

I want everyone reading this to hang in there and know that this has been a 11 year journey for me, I even ran out of money for this at one point, so you-all will eventually get pregnant. I get very sad when I hear of any hurdles or pitfalls for you ladies on this forum, because it is such an awesome sweet group of ladies....but I know each person on this thread is going to get pregnant !! I say prayers for all of us.

Renee

itser

Feb 18, 2010

To: Renee

Thank you so much for responding---you've really boosted my spirits.

Congratulations on your bfp! I am so happy for you, and I hope you continue to feel good.

cwolf1006

Feb 18, 2010

Ready_2_be-You are an inspiration!! Truely amazing congrats on the great beta #!!

Ready_2_be

Feb 18, 2010

To: cwolf1006

Your time is coming, very very soon!

Enough2356

Feb 18, 2010

To: Ready_2_be

I'm so happy to hear the numbers.  Happy for you,

Cwolf1006 hang in there and feel better.  for ET Saturday.

ALL
Sending out prayers.

marietta2020

Feb 19, 2010

To: Enough2356

Hi All,

Im so grateful for all the comments here. Its my first IVF, 5days after my transfer.
Congratulations to all the BFP!
and my heart goes to all the bfn, stay strong....

Like everyone else, im nervously waiting 2ww...im dying to do HPT---im going to wait on day 10, i dont think i can stop crying if shows negative.

God Bless to all.

MeMe_Brown

Feb 19, 2010

To: Everyone

I hope everyone is doing Great! Well here is my update...I am now 6w 1 day and had my us and we were able to see their lil heart beating and hear it. I am so floored. I never thought this day would happen. I am overwhelmed with joy. It has been a long bumpy road but GOD is able to any all things....I go back in two weeks so I'll just have to continue to be patient until then.

I want to say it is a blessing being able to talk to ppl who know exactly what to say to brighten your day or lift you during a tough spell. GOD BLESS you all and you continue to hang in there. To those with bfp congrats and to all those who are waiting it ain't over just hang in there.....

cwolf1006

Feb 19, 2010

No transfer for me due to the OHSS!! Blood work came back with way to high estrogen levels, boooooo! Not going to let it disappoint me!!

Waiting for tomorrow to hear how many embies made it to 5 day/how many we will have to freeze!!

Still saying a prayer for all others and sending lots of positive vibes! Good luck!

preciousfamily2010

Feb 19, 2010

To: all

I just got back from my doctors appointment - I got to hear both of the heart beats and see them!!! Their litttle hearts are beating so fast. I wish I would have thought to record them with my cell phone =) I could start crying right now because with each ultra sound, reality sets in...gosh I'm so happy!! So So So blessed!! I keep reading what's going on for 6 weeks and it says that facial features are starting to form and I'm wondering who our babies are going to look like and what their personalities will be!!! The process of life is so amazing!!!

God is so Good!! I think of the verse from Jeremiah 1:5: "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you..."

sas276

Feb 19, 2010

To: Ready_2_be

Congrats! That is excellent news :)

I also did a 5d transfer. Can you tell me what days you did your hpt? I just had my transfer on Tuesday and i'm dying to know if it worked or not. I'm not sure I can make it until my beta test on the 24th!!

Baby dust to all!!

Enough2356

Feb 19, 2010

To: marietta2020

You are welcome, That is what we are here for. Each of us has a story and each of us have a joy that will soon be heard. Everyone one of us has been where we are all are. crying and praying for God's Blessing day by day.

Take care

babiboo

Feb 20, 2010

To: all

Yes, It is a hard journey to hang in. It has its rough days with tears, but I believe happy days will come for us all, also in tears, tears of joy. Just try to remember the positive stories and know our time will come. I know it will. Sending you all my love and caring energies.

allgood427

Feb 20, 2010

To: All

I am 9dp3dt and took an HPT this morning and it was BFN. I was wondering if there were any of you that tested BFN this far after transfer but still got a BFP. My blood test is 2/24 and I am getting depressed that this didn't work....it's our only shot as we didn't have any extra embryos to freeze.

sas276

Feb 20, 2010

To: allgood427

I am 4dp5dt and I'm thinking of also taking an HPT but from what some of the other posts I've seen say there are so many factors that could give you a false result. My best test is also scheduled for 2/24

I've heard that less expensive HPT (some of the cheaper brands don't test as early or as well) What brand did you use?

Also, until you get your period or your doctor gives your blood result it isn't over. Try to stay uupbeat until you get an official word from your doctor.

I read one post that said until you are told otherwise consider yourself pregnant and so that is what i'm trying to do.

allgood427

Feb 20, 2010

To: sas276

I bought HPT's from the website www.early-pregnancy-tests.com and they are supposed to be really good ones (but they are very inexpensive). I love the site. But, I am trying to stay positive. thanks for the encouragement. Now that I've started testing I don't think I could stop b/c I would waste all day obsessing on if that was the "day" that I would have found out. So, I only have 4 days left until the blood test so I'll just keep testing and hope for the best!! Good luck to you too!!!

Are you having any symptoms? I had super sore bbs at first and now they are just bigger, but don't really hurt anymore. I had twinges in my stomach but I'm not really feeling htem anymore either. I know that all the hormones are contributing to each symptom as well though.

Ughh...I just with this 2ww would hurry up!

itser

Feb 21, 2010

I know-this 2ww is just a killer. My blood test is tomorrow. I took 2 HPT on Friday and the slightest lines came up. I spoke to a nurse and she said she thinks it's a good sign, but when I tested again this morning the line was even fainter, but definitely still there. Do you think that the faintness matters? I did my HCG shot about 19 days ago-could it still be form that? HELP ME STAY SANE!!!!!

sas276

Feb 21, 2010

My beta is on Wednesday but I did an HPT this morning and it came up positive, although, very faint. I used an Early Repsonse test. I just grabbed the most expensive one on the shelf. I'm 5dp5dt

Stress is the worst thing you can do to your body in this situation so do whatever you can to keep youself calm and remain positive!

Baby dust to all!!!

allgood427

Feb 22, 2010

I am 11dp3dt and am still testing negative. is there anyone out there who has still gotten a BFP after testing negative on HPT's this late? I am desperately losing hope. Our beta is Wednesday.

TinkyJ

Feb 22, 2010

Hi All

Only just been able to pluck up the courage to let you all know that I took my HPT over the weekend and got a BFN me and my partner are so gutted! just trying to stay strong for each other.... why is this so hard!!

Congrats again to all the BFP I know my time will come and hang in there everyone with a BFN it will happen!

xx

Enough2356

Feb 22, 2010

To: allgood427

Try to realx and stop testing. I'm not sure but they do say that it is good to test first thing in the morning when your levels are higher. You could also have a low number. so you never know. The test are only 90-98 % true. so you never know. I read on a previous forum where someone tested BFN and went to the RE beta score was low but she was pregnate. She ended up w/ a high beta by the end of the week on the third test. so you never know. .

Nessa73

Feb 22, 2010

To: All

Just got back from the OB, we saw two sacs, but unfortunately, one was about a week behind in development so the doc doesn't think that it will make it. Sad, yes, but glad that we have one little baby to look forward to. We have to be thankful for what we do have and carry on.

Hang in there ladies and good luck!

chrissypraying4hope

Feb 22, 2010

To: all

Hi every1 just another update, i went to my first scan today and we are having 1 healthy baby on the way due oct 6th so that makes me 7 weeks an 5 days pregnant. My god we are over the moon. I was so worried this morning right up to the last min felt sick with nerves but it was all worth it. We saw the babys heartbeat it was so fast and amazing we had tears in our eyes best thing ever. I keep thinking how lucky we are an were so blessed by god. xx I should be having my next scan about 12 weeks preg so we cant wait till then.

Im really sorry to hear about the negs (ur time will come 1 day) dont give up hope, sending tons of baby dust to u all. x

To the 2ww its the most hardiest time ever good luck.

Congrats to all the positives xx

Will keep u all informed, and thank u all for listening and replying to my worrying messages.

Chrissey x

itser

Feb 22, 2010

well I had my blood test, and my hcg is really low (24), so the doctor said we need to repeat the blood in two days, but it doesn't sounds good. Does anyone know of a success story that started out with low HCG? (I have two other children, and this was never the case with either of my pregnancies). I don't know if it's even worth it to be hopeful that this could be good in the end...I'm so emotionally drained.

pollymae429

Feb 22, 2010

To: itser

I wouldn't worry about your number....anything above 5 -10 depending on the lab is a positive...it's not the first number that matters so much as the progression of your beta every 48 - 72 hours...best of luck to you and try to stay positive!!

itser

Feb 22, 2010

To: pollymae429

thanks for responding...what if i'm staining at the same time? When I did ivf three years ago (and was pregnant with my daughter) I remember staining then too, but I'm just so discouraged bc of the hcg.

jenni91998

Feb 23, 2010

To: everyone

We had our first ultrasound yesterday (5wks2d) and saw one happy sac!!!!  Back in 2 weeks for another u/s.  I'm a little concerned to have not seen a fetal pole, heart flutter or anything.  I'm having definite symptoms right now...food aversions, some nausea, fatigue.  I'll just hang on during this next 2ww.

For those of you with bfn's....we all know your pain.  It is so disappointing.  Stay strong.  Wishing you peace and comfort.

For those of you in the "waiting room".... hang in there and if you can, quit the testing.  It will drive you mad!  The beta will be the best indicator...wait on it.

Babydust.......

allgood427

Feb 24, 2010

To: All

Oh my gosh...just got back from having my blood drawn and she did a quick blood test and it was POSITIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

After 9 BFN HPT's, I finally saw a very faint line this morning but it was darker for the blood test!! I will get the call this afternoon to find out my Beta numbers.

Please say a prayer that it sticks. I can't believe I am actually pregnant!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

sas276

Feb 24, 2010

To: allgood427

Yea! That is GREAT NEWS!!! I am so happy for you to hear this wonderful news :)

I also had my beta test today but I won't get my results until this afternoon. I have done two home tests and both were positive so I am hopeful.

I am having a mild case of OHSS right now which isn't very comfortable but it is all worth it if this works :)

What a great day!!!

Enough2356

Feb 24, 2010

To: allgood427

Good, I knew it. so congradulations. Please try to relax and take it easy. keeep us posted on the beta number. Congrads to all

As for mer
E/T is schedule for thursday 3/4. wooooohhhh.

pollymae429

Feb 24, 2010

To: allgood427

Wow, that is such wonderful news!! I am so excited for you....!! keep us updated on your numbers and enjoy this special day!! :)

Molly

allgood427

Feb 24, 2010

To: All

Thanks for the well wishes!! Got my first beta - 97. Not sure if I'm super happy about it, but my nurse was pleased and said not to worry. I would have liked for it to be higher, but the biggest thing is that it doubles! I go back Friday morning.

Does everyone think 97 is good? I'm 15 days post ER so right at 4 weeks.

itser

Feb 24, 2010

To: All

Allgood427---that sounds like a great number to me-congratulations! I have a friend that works in an IVF clinic and she said that anything over 50 for the first count is good, and 100 is amazing, so you sound like you're doing great!

Well, I had my second hcg count today and it went from 24 to 5, so we're done. I am ok at this point, and I will just need to take it day by day. I'm hoping that my two girls will serve as a comfort for me.

I hope to share good news with you all one day. Thanks for the support. I wish you all the best of luck, and my prayers are with you.

allgood427

Feb 24, 2010

To: itser

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. know you are in our prayers and i admire your positive attitude. I, too, look forward to hearing good news from you one day in the very near future!

Thanks for the encouragement on my numbers. I will be anxious for what Friday holds.

jenni91998

Feb 24, 2010

To: allgood427

I know this was your shot, so I am super excited for you! 97 is great! Congratulations! Looking forward to hearing Friday's numbers!

Jennifer

sas276

Feb 24, 2010

To: everyone

I just got the call! I'm for sure pregnant and my beta ia really good, it's a 216!!

I'm 8dp5dt and I'm beside myself right now WOOHOO!!! :) :) :)

allgood427

Feb 24, 2010

To: jenni91998

Thanks Jenni! I am excited about Friday!

CONGRATS SAS!! AWESOME BETA!

faith1344

Feb 24, 2010

To: all

hi i love this site so many positive stories,congratulations to all the bfp,wish me luck am starting my 1st ivf cycle by 1st wk of march,ave being ttc naturally for 1 year had my 1st son 2years ago naturally.my re said my fsh is 11 and am only 28years old i just hope it will not affect my sucess.anyone with high fsh values??that was sucessful???

faith1344

Feb 24, 2010

To: everyone

meant was it sucessful?

mhv

Feb 24, 2010

To: all

Allgood427- Congraulations on your BFP!!!!!  Keep us updated on the #'s!!!   YOUR PREGGERS!!!!!!
SAS-Awesome BETA!  Yippeee! Congratulations!!!!!!!!
You are both giving me hope!!  I go Monday 3/1/10 for my BT.  Hopeing for the same outcome!!!!!

jenni91998

Feb 25, 2010

To: sas276

Congratulations!!!!! So excited for you! I can't wait to see how these numbers grow!

sas276

Feb 26, 2010

To: everyone

Thank you so much allgood and mhv for the well wishes. This has been such a wonderful experience so far and this board has really helped!

I went in for my 2nd beta test today and my numbers have went up to 468 :)

Next step is my u/s on the 17th of March, which seems like an eternity away. Baby dust to all and i'll be sure and let everyone know what we find out on the 17th.

babiboo

Feb 27, 2010

To: all

Hearing positive outcomes bring tears to my eyes. On tuesday I was devastated upon learning the negative result. It was our first trial with the ivf. Since then I was just down, down even under the ground. Gradually I have started to pick my broken pieces and put them together. Although I have reasured myself that I would not get depressed if the result turned out to be negative, when it happens you can not help it. Anyhow, now it is over, I will pass this two months waiting time and then will be ready for the next round. I hope we hear more positive news everyday...
Best of luck to you all.

allgood427

Feb 27, 2010

To: All

Second beta yesterday, numbers didn't change so looks I'm going to lose it. My RE wants me to keep taking the meds and go back on Monday for one more test. I'm losing hope fast and was wondering if anyone has ever had a Beta stall like that and it end up being a good thing? Please, someone say yes.

pollymae429

Mar 01, 2010

To: allgood427

I am so sorry....don't give up hope....I will be praying for better numbers for you on Monday....you just never know.... :)

Molly

Enough2356

Mar 01, 2010

To: All

How is everyone doing. it seems like everything is slowing down.

Allgood427, you are in my prayers.

megs1223

Mar 01, 2010

Allgood427- You are in my thoughts and prayers:) We are here for you!!

allgood427

Mar 01, 2010

To: All

Well, 3rd beta this morning and my numbers actually went up?!?!? Now at 168, which is double from the 85 I had on Friday. RE thinks I might have had a delayed implantation which would have caused the stall in the numbers and now the rise. He wants us to continue meds and we go back Thursday for another blood test. I don't think he's incredibly optimistic but he still thinks there could be a chance. I am so happy and excited, but also cautious b/c 168 is low for 3 weeks after the retrieval and I'm so worried that it will still end badly. The longer this is drawn out, the worse it gets to stand! I dont' know how I'm going to wait until Thursday!

Has anyone ever been in this situation??? I just need one person to give me hope!

Also, is there anything I can do (food, exercise, etc) that is supposed to help with implantation and growth?

Enough2356

Mar 01, 2010

To: allgood427

I heard that the core of pinapple helps with implantation. The core isn't always pleasant to eat, but it contains bromelain, which is what is thought to aid implantation. If there is a Trader Joe's near you, they also have a pineapple enzyme supplement by the vitamins (super inexpensive) that you could try. I know for some people it's just hype, but I figured it wouldn't hurt me, so why not?

Eat tons of leafy greens to help build a thick uterine lining.

Enough2356

Mar 01, 2010

To: ALL

The core isn't always pleasant to eat, but it contains bromelain, which is what is thought to aid implantation. You can eat all the pineapple you want, though! If there is a Trader Joe's near you, they also have a pineapple enzyme supplement by the vitamins (super inexpensive) that you could try. I know for some people it's just hype, but I figured it wouldn't hurt me, so why not?

I also ate tons of leafy greens since my doc said it could help build a thick uterine lining.

Um... what else? Help me ladies! Pomegranate juice... mucinex... only warm drinks... there so many "tricks" and old wive's tales, and other such things that may or may not help, but the ones that won't hurt anything, I figure why the heck not try them?

Enough2356

Mar 01, 2010

To: all

I found this:
So I have done some research, and have found that Pineapple core helps with Implantation of the embryo.Pineapple Core has what is called bromelain that will help with implantation.

Using Pineapple to Assist Implantation: Pineapple contains bromelain. Bromelain is a proteolytic enzyme that breaks up proteins that inhibit embryo implantation. Consuming a whole pineapple (focusing on the core as it has the highest concentration of Bromelain) during a fertility cycle can be beneficial.

For IVF [in vitro fertilization] cycle: one pineapple, divided into 5 portions - consume one portion each day, over five days, beginning on the day of your embryo transfer.

IUI [intra-uterine insemination] cycle: one pineapple, divided into 5 portions - consume one portion each day, over five days, beginning on the day of your IUI.

Timed intercourse cycle: one pineapple, divided into 5 portions - consume one portion each day, over five days, beginning on the day after ovulation.

Note: Be careful not to start consuming pineapple too early in the cycle. Beginning to consume pineapple BEFORE the recommended days above can actually affect your vaginal and cervical mucus PH, making it more acidic.

mhv

Mar 02, 2010

To: Enough2356,

thanks for the tip! I think i will try it : )

allgood427~ have you thought about calling an accupucturist? Maybe they could help??

mhv

Mar 02, 2010

To: StephK_RN

Just checking in to see how your doing? Haven't heard from you in a while and just checking in.

allgood427

Mar 02, 2010

To: Enough

Thanks for the tip! I will definitely try...I love pineapple and did eat a lot during the retrieval/transfer/2ww but not the core.

MHV, I am terrified of needles and IVF was hard enough for me to endure. I don't think there is anyway that needles could be theraputic for me but thank you for the suggestion...I have heard it does work for many people!

mhv

Mar 02, 2010

To: allgood427

ha ha! Yeah, I would do it, but can't afford it right now. I think I'm going to try and start doing it when I get BFP (to help keep it?). It's expensive, but I have never heard anyone say anything bad about it you know? I tried it once... honestly, you cannot feel the needles(i hate,hate,hate needles too!) , but she lived way to far away to keep going back. I just wish it wasn't so Dang expensive! Why is everthing to do with this so expensive?
How are you feeling today? Wonderful I hope! : ) I'm still praying for you girl!

sas276

Mar 04, 2010

To: everyone

How many beta tests is normal for your doctor to take? We did two and now we have a 2 week wait before our ultrasound. I feel a little odd that we aren't being monitored right now. This is the worst 2ww!!! LOL

marietta2020

Mar 05, 2010

To: Sas276

Sas--I was wondering the same thing. I only had one beta test 320..then they toldme Come back
in two weeks for u/s...aren't they suppose to monitor if it doubled?????

megs1223

Mar 05, 2010

I had three beta tests:)

jhopeful

Mar 05, 2010

I have been reading the months worth of posts and it makes me very hopeful! Congrats to everyone on there BFP!!

My husband and I are "hopefully" going in sometime next week for our 4th IVF. Our last cycle we actually did get pregnant, but it was not looking good from the start. Low HCG levels from the beginning, that were going up but not quite doubling ever 48 hours. We found out at 8wks that the baby stopped growing. It was very heartbreaking to finally get pregnant just to lose it so quick. So we took 3 months off and now we are back into it! Hoping this is it!! It has been over two years of trying!

Again congrats to everyone that has gotten their positives!!

Enough2356

Mar 05, 2010

To: All

had ET yesterday. 3 good embryo. RE said they looked real good. Relaxing and watching tv.

mhv

Mar 05, 2010

jhopeful- I am so sorry to hear about your lose! You know that you can get pregnant though! That's a great sign! Here's to hoping this is your BFP turn!

Enough2356- Sounds like a winner this time : ) We'll keep you in our prayers!
Sticky babies!

sas276

Mar 17, 2010

To: everyone

We had our 1st ultrasound today - two babies! We're having twins! One heartbeat 127 beats and the other at 144. :-)

mhv

Mar 17, 2010

To: sas276

OMG!!!! That is sooooo awesome! Congratulations! Are you in Shock? Amazing! How many did you have transfered?

sas276

Mar 18, 2010

To: mhv

Thanks! We are so thrilled. We did have two transferred and I just felt like they both implanted. I also have twins that run in my family so we are doubley joyed! :-)

wanabmama

Mar 20, 2010

Can anyoneone answer the following for me.

I am 9dpt after 5dt (2 blastos 1 morula).

Is it better to do a HCG beta on day 10 pt or day 12 pt?.

I see that some women dont get high levels of HCG on day 10 beta test even after transfering day 5 blastos not day 3 embies.

In reality then day 10 would be 16 days after egg retrieval
day 12 would be 18 days after egg

Any advice would be much appreciated. I am so anxious.

Some women get good levels SOOOOOOOOOOOOO early.....

Did a HPT this morning with a -ve response. It was a First Response test. Getting really close to thinking this is over......

Have no "Monthly Witch" signs yet and should have seen them last night/today.

Please GOD help me stay sane...

Any advice is appreciated.

What wonderfull results up on this thread... Congrats to you all... Hope to be joining you soon...

rkb81

Apr 07, 2010

To: all

hi guys im back!! after my feb failed ivf i attempted to try it again! trying to stay sane this time!
had my embryos implanted on the 5th of april!.. 4 embroyos on day 3
wish me luck this time!!

mhv

Apr 07, 2010

To: rkb81

Good Luck on your transfer! when is your beta?

rkb81

Apr 09, 2010

To: mhvv

thanks! ill need all the luck i can get! i did the transfer on the 5th of april and my beta is on the 19th! it feels as if its decades away!..

would you know if pregnancy shows on day 7 on a hpt?

Jenny4383

Apr 14, 2010

To: all

I just turned 27 years old and I'm going through IVF right now. I've had absolutely no issues, unexplained fertility. They said that I had 12 follicles that were big enough, but on the day of the retrieval, they said they could only find 3 follicles! Can anybody tell me why that would happen? Did I ovulate from the other 9 follicles or what?!? They said I got 4 eggs out of it, and 3/4 fertilized. I'm very disappointed, we were hoping to have 2 really good ones to implant, and plenty of good ones left to freeze for next time. Now, we might not even have 2 really good ones to implant.

rkb81

Apr 18, 2010

hi guys got my results from my bbeta last night im BFP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
my hcg level is 25 on day 12 does anyone know if its normal??
im so happy really didnt think it could happen to me!.. i was so broken from the last ivf...hope all goes well fro the rest of you

mhv

Apr 19, 2010

To: rkb81

Congrats on the BFP!!!

blondejayne99

Feb 23, 2012

To: jenni91998

Hi Jenny
I had IVF with Egg donor in Cyprus in Feb, had the transfer on the 15th of 4 ( yes 4 ) grade A blastocysts...I am now day 8 post transfer. I did a hpt this morning but it was negative ....I'm just hoping that it was too early...

martin430

Feb 23, 2012

To: blondejayne99

Congrats welcome to the 2ww. 8dp5dt is too early for a test. sometimes some woman can have a + it depends on alot of factors. 1. being the type od HPT you took some are more sensitive then others the best per consumers reports is First response early detection. the line types are best the digital are the least sensitive. 2 is some woman implant later then others so thats why the Dr wants you to wait 2ww for BW. patience is a virtue I do not possess. I am also in my 2ww but only 6dp3dt and I have been testing everyday since transfer lol.
Hope that helps