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567488 tn?1244740666

Is anyone starting IVF in October 2008?

I was looking for others to communicate with during my first IVF cycle.  I will begin Lupron on Wednesday October 22.  I went through 4 failed IUI's this summer.  I am 34 years old.  I have a daughter who will turn 3 next month.  She was finally conceived after almost 4 years of ttc and a laparoscopy for me and varicocele repair for my husband.  I have all my medications sitting here waiting for the next month.  Our embryo transfer should occur the week before Thanksgiving so we should know if we're pregnant by Dec. 10.  I am excited and hopeful, but realistic.  I know this procedure only carries a 50% success rate for any given cycle.  Any others out there starting IVF soon?  Add me as a friend and we'll keep in touch!
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567488 tn?1244740666
Hey! I left you a note a week or so ago and haven't heard from you.  I was just wondering how you are doing?
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Thanks, I just hope my number picks up.  i think yours was in the 100's. I'm really watching my sugar intake and eating healthy hoping my numbers pick up dramatically by monday.  

I'm a well established, self employed hairstylist and yes today was my first day back to work.  i held up pretty well through out the day. I bought one of those elastic gause and wrapped it around my waste and hip for support and it felt and worked great.  I started at 9am and finished at 8pm by this time my back and pain was coming back.

Don't you think my number is low?
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Congrats!  I am excited for your number.  It's always nice to have that confirmation!  I am glad your OHSS is getting better.  Mine is still here.  I went to buy maternity clothes today because I cannot wear regular clothes and the ladies at the shop thought I was 26 to 28 weeks pregnant.  Even the doctor today says I look like I'm about 26 weeks.  I have been off work since last Monday.  I am a chiropractor and am on my feet all day and my job is very strenuous. (I literally push on people's backs all day long and am leaning over patients all day)  I am going to work Monday but I only have about 12 on my schedule.  I usually see at least 30 in a day but we are cutting my schedule way back until I am feeling better.  All this fluid is going to make it difficult to work but I am going to try.  I am still taking the blood thinner.  My blood pressure has been great, it had gotten really low (80/50) when I was in the hospital.  It has gone back up and I am keeping hydrated and drinking protein shakes 3 times a day.  I am able to walk more upright now.  I think I am getting used to the 15 pounds of extra fluid I am carrying around.  I figure one day at a time.  I will be glad to get back to work because I have 3 employees on my payroll and I have a fourth one starting next week.  It is difficult when I am not there because my office does not generate cash flow when I am not there.  I have been trying not to stress about that because we are fortunate to have money put away.  Let me know how you do at work tomorrow.  What do you do?
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so it was confirmed today i am preggers but my number was 48.  i don't know how many weeks i am because from all the excitment i  forgot to ask, but i go for blood work monday.  hope it doubles.  my OHSS is much better. i can move around a little faster, but still in some pain.  it's getting better day by day.

are you able to work?  I will be back to work tomarrow.  i m a bit worried because i'm on my feet all day.  i guess if i relax my mind through out the day, i will be ok.
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First of all you don't need a man in your life until that speacial one crosses your path.  happiness is within.  it's inside out, not outside in.  when you carry this with you, you can have whatever you want because you will be in control.  As far as IVF, Yes it can be very expensive but we have to pay for the best to get the best.  We sacrafice things we already have and don't need.  Forget the deals! you want someone to help you have your lil angel.  Before you spend more of your hard earned money, just do more research on the 2-3 day transfers compared to blastocysts.  Doner eggs is also an option.
I am only trying to help.  My intentions are very good and whatever you decide to do, i really wish you lots of luck on your next cycle.  :0))
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I think 2009baby was kickedf - cannot send note.  I heard this is happening to alot of people - does anyone know why?

It doesn't make sense to have a support forum and then to kick people off.

I'm in a so-called "hiatis" until next cycle since it's Christmas & New Year and my RE's office is shut down.  Am going through acupuncture and drinking mega wheatgrass, and taking my chinese herbs faithfully.  

I hope the New Year brings us all a new happy, healthy little bundle of joy!

Baby dust to all!! ;;"" {{~~}}
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Lolagirl~I am sorry to hear your results and I wish you peace and courage as you begin your next cycle!  You are back in this!  We are here for you.  It is impossible for non-infertility people to understand.  They just don't get it and end up seeming insensitive.  But they really just cannot have empathy like we can.  So keep coming back to us.  We totally understand.  

Jezebel~I hope your OHSS doesn't get too bad.  It is bearable but just very annoying.  VERY annoying.  I took HPT every day beginning at 5dp5dt, when I got my first BFP!   I saved the digital one for last, and was so pleased when I saw the word pregnant.  My lines kept getting darker too.  You are totally pregnant and don't doubt it!  I'm excited for you.  

2009baby~welcome to our thread.  It is always nice to have others join us so we can share our ups and downs.  We certainly need the support and understanding.  It helps us to keep our sanity!  Lol.

I am now drinking protein shakes and keeping up my water.  I normally weigh 145 and last night I weighed 160.  So I've got 15 pounds of fluid sloshing in my abdomen.  That's even after the 3 liters they drained off.  I am keeping the faith and praying it goes down.

I go in for my third beta tomorrow!  
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516748 tn?1248996783
THANK you!!!

I know I need to pick myself back up and remain positive. TTC is a hard road as we all know, but I guess I'm having an even harder time since I'm single and don't have a partner or hubby to be there for me and talk to or be sad with. Friends have their own lives and barely even remember that I got my results yesterday. I'm happy to have this forum ;)

I know just having the one egg was a long shot. Hey, I was happy that it actually fertilized! I am seeing my Dr next week to see how to proceed. My concern with him is that he doesn't believe in meds for older women, and also only does 2 days transfer. At this rate, i cannot move to a different Dr,  as i cannot afford it, my Dr does IVF at a very lower cost in comparison. I'm kinda stuck between a rock?


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Welcome!  we are all here to support each other and make lots of BFP's.  my friend Zondery will also be joining this thread once she starts her cycle.  good luck to you.
wishng everyone
lots of BABY DUST!!!
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Please don't be sad.  Believe me, I know the feeling.  Enjoy the holidays and think of your NEW YEAR  a fresh start and you will have your wish.  :0))
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Lolagirl--  i'm sorry about you BFN.  I know how if feels and no matter how much you prepare, it doesn't make it better. I promise you, by the end of this week you will feel better and more determined.  Remember, you only had 1 egg.  What are the chances? very slim.  next time you wll be prepared with meds and make follicals.  you want tthe eggs to get to Blastocysts. forget the three day transfer and you will have your wish :0)))

Wanna-be-preggers       i went to dr yesterday to find out i had mild hyperstimulation.  I have been in pain and taking tylenol.  The nurse also said not to do HPT because i could get a false positive.  Whatever.  I did another hpt today,LOL and the lines are darker. I will get the blood work tomarrow and find out if preggers.

Hope you're feeling better
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BFN.
I had a feeling. Totally bummed. I told myself to be prepared for it, but it didn't help. Now I have to wait until January to try again as I'm away for the Holidays during the time I'd starts meds and monitoring.
This is really way too hard!
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Hi girls ~ joining in here ~ read most of thread and feel all your pain.  I've been TTC for over a year, and desperately trying to stay calm....not working.  I am now "in between" cycles/taking one off for the shut-down of my RE's ofice, and then it's back to my relationship with the US machine.

HOPING I will be able to bring a new life into the New Year.

Sending along baby wishes for all.....
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Lolagirl~anxious to hear your results.  You have a great attitude, and that's all you need to get through this, no matter what the end result!  Good luck to you.

Jezebel~who knows what that pain was.  It could have  been anything, I am sure it was nothing to be concerned about.  Keep us updated on your numbers as you get them!  Excited for you.

Me~seeing doc again Friday.  My weight and belly size have remained about the same but the fluid seems to be slowing down now and it seems to be redistributing around my "flank" and upper legs/pubic area, also my lower back.  I think the fluid is going into the surrounding tissue now and hopefully that means it will get resorbed eventually.  I know it will.  The fluid could possibly take another couple of months to completely go away.  At least I am able to move a little easier and I am considering going back to work Monday.  I will see how the rest of the week goes.  If my belly is still 40 inches Monday I probably will not.  I will just wait and see.  This is definitely like watching the grass grow.  It is not a quick process at all!  But worth it.  I am anxious for my third beta Friday. I am confident the numbers are rising but of course that little doubt creeps into your head.  

I will keep checking in!
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516748 tn?1248996783
Hi Ladies,

Koreangirl - I too am so sorry to hear AF arrived. I know it's sad, and a very hard process..don't give up, it WILL happen!!!

jezebel888 - CONGRATS!!! Wonderful news. Thank you so much for your words. I know if it doesn't happen this time, you are absolutely correct. Next cycle I will move forward ONLY if I have more Follies. I knew this month would be a long shot with one follie, then one embie transfered!

wanna-be-preggers - I'm happy to hear that your numbers are increasing, this makes all the other difficulties worth it yes? I cannot imagine having to walk around so bloated and uncomfortable! Do your Drs say it will be alleviated as your pregnancy continues or will the water retention continue? Ugh, I hope not. THANK you also, for your kid words. YES tomorrow is my Beta. I have no feelings one way or the other. In a way I'm so programmed to hear BFN that I wouldn't be surprised. Perhaps I will ;) I WILL move forward if this cycle is a bust and just have to keep hope that it will happen. Will let everyone know tomorrow's results when i get them ;)
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i can't believe you're going through all this.  did they say it will get better soon?

i just started feeling so nausious past day and i had  a sharp pain on left side of stomach. now the pain is on the side.  i hope its nothing.

take care and hope u get better soon
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Koreangirl~I am so sorry.  I understand the feelings you are having right now.  I went through 4 IUI's this summer and they all failed and I was so sad each time.  It is unusual to get a BFP on the first IVF, it takes an average of 3 tries, so keep that in mind.  I know this is a long process and it is easier for me to say than you, but most people are pregnant by the third try.  I am thinking of you so much.  I wish I could wrap my arms around you and give you a big loving hug.  You deserve it.  

Lolagirl~Good luck with your upcoming test.  I am optimistic for you.  Just wait for those Beta results!  Tomorrow, right?  I  am praying for you.  I know you are anxious to get active again.  I am on bedrest for one week and it's driving me nuts.  I am a very active person as well.  I totally know what you mean.

Jezebel~Congrats on your BFP at home. I'd say you're definitely preggers!  Let us know what your beta is!

Me~Saw the doc again yesterday.  After they drained the 3 liters of fluid off Wed, it all came back plus some.  My belly girth has swelled to nearly 40 inches.  I have gained about 12 pounds of fluid in my belly.  They don't want to drain me again since I'm on the bloodthinner now.  I am just waiting it out and praying and keeping the faith.  

Good news is my beta yesterday was 614.  My first one 9 days post 5 day transfer was 169.  My second one 14 days post 5 day transfer was 614.  So the doc is pleased with the rise and will recheck it Friday.  They will schedule an ultrasound for around 6+ weeks pregnant.  Today I am 4 weeks, 6 days pregnant.  I am optimistic!  Trying to stay occupied while resting in bed.  I cannot stand up straight, it's still difficult to walk because of all this fluid in my belly.  You move too quickly and the fluid shifts and it really hurts.  Sleeping is really hard.  I have to prop up, no way I can lie flat or on my side.  I cannot wait to sleep on my side again!  Wow.  I am faithful though.  I am prayerful a lot and close to God and I know my baby and I are in the palm of his hand.  Take care to everyone.  I will keep checking in.
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very sorry to hear that.  i hope you don't give up soon. it does happen.  were you on progesterone shots?  and did you do a 3 day transfer or blastocyst transfer?

i got a positive hpt last night, but i want to confirm it with blood work in 2 more days.

lolagirl    hope you get a positve soon but for ant reason its neg, believe me meds with more follies have greater chance. don't give up.
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My 2wws is not finished, and I found that my AF arrived. I guess, this is the end of my 1st IVF journey. I thank all of your supports and encouragement, hope that all of you will continue this journey all the way.
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Hi,
How are you??? I'm hoping this note finds you back to new! Good lord, no wonder you were having problems! 26 follies??? I can only imagine how that felt! Last cycle I was on Clomid and had 5 good follies. When I ovulated I couldn't believe how painful it was!!!!

So today you went back for a Beta update? How did it go??

I have 2 more days until my Beta. I tested this morning (couldn't help myself) BFN. I'm bummed but hoping it was still too early. I just feel very blegh right ow, my bbs are crazy sore and I feel bloated and fat (I think these could all be pms symptoms PLUS I am a runner and a work out girl, and this last 2 weeks of no working out has near killed me..I need exercise for my psyche, but also it keeps me trim. If I AM preggers (fingers crossed) hopefully I will be able to start up again. Wednesday's test seems a lifetime away!!!
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I am so HAPPY to see we got some BFP on this thread!!!!!!
I go back to the RE on Dec18 day 20 he will recheck me and if no new cyst have formed i will start lupron on Dec 19 day 21.Hope everyone has a good weekend!
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Thanks for thinking of me!  I am feeling better, but still weak.  I am off work the rest of the week/weekend and might try to go back Monday afternoon depending on how I feel.  At least I am self employed so I can control when I take off, but I don't get paid time off so that's a bummer.  At least we have plenty put away to live off of for quite a while so I'm going to try not to worry about the not working part.  But I still worry about it.  The OHSS I developed was due to the fact I was high risk.  I am under 35, thin framed (5 foot 10, 145 pounds), have PCOS, had many small to medium sized follicles.  I had 26 follicles all together that were aspirated.  All of these put you at risk for OHSS, especially the moderate to severe kind.  And that's what I have.  I am measuring my belly twice a day and keeping track of my fluid intake and output. The Lovenox (blood thinner shots) in the belly definitely sting more and bruise a lot more than the stim shots.   I go back in Monday for a repeat Beta.  I am confident I will get a good number!  I am keeping the faith!

As far as your symptoms go, I really did not have any symptoms other than mild dizziness 5 days after my 5 day transfer.  And this might have been my OHSS because I was bloated and sore anyway.  I was just so impatient that's why I took the test and I really was expecting it be be negative.  I was telling people I didn't think it worked, just like you.  Much to my surprise, it did.  Even now I don't have pregnancy symptoms.  The doctor says every symptom I'm having is from the OHSS.  So don't worry about not having symptoms!  

I am thinking of you and hope you hang in there! Take care of yourself and keep me updated, okay?
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Hi,
I cannot believe all that you have gone thru! Are you feeling better? So all the bloating and discomfort you had been feeling after your ET was all about the ovarian hyperstimulation? Did they say it was due to meds and stimulating too many eggs? So now you wait until Monday for the next beta? Try to relax this weekend and get your strength back, I hope Monday bring great numbers for you!

I am on day 6 of 2 day transfer. I feel nothing. Only the slight occasional cramping but really minute. Slightly sore bbs but that's it. I'm beginning to think this cycle was a bust. I go in for beta on Wednesday..I hope I can hold out that long and not test!!!

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Hi ladies, I spent the entire day in the hospital today.  I was so bloated and full I began vomiting last night and this morning and couldn't even keep water down.  They did a paracentesis and drained 3 liters of fluid off my abdomen!  My belly immediately went down and I feel so much better.  I hadn't eaten anything for 24 hours.  I actually just ate part of a Quiznos sandwich and some doritos.  I might have to have it done again but they say as long as I drink plenty of water and rest, I should be through the worst of it.  I am so glad they drained it.  It was crazy, it looked like root beer.  They also put me on anti nausea meds as needed, and they said I have to do a anti-coagulant shot in my belly every night for up to 2 weeks.  My blood was concentrating and getting thicker from being dehydrated and this places me at higher risks for clots, so one more shot in the belly!  THought I was done with those!  They did a Beta Hcg (3 days earlier than planned) and it was 169.  Doc says at that point they expect it to be 100 so this was a great number.  THey will check in Monday to see if it has doubled.  Hope everyone is doing well.  THe past couple days have been really rough but I am so thankful they can treat the symptoms and relieve the pressure by taking off the fluid.  Wow, what a difference.
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