pregnancy symptoms after transfer

I am 9 days post-transfer via a donor cycle with a 5 day embryo transfer.  Only one embryo was transferred and I don't think I feel any real pregnancy symptoms.  Should I already be feeling any of these?  The only ones I really have are sore breasts and some fatigue.

[Forum-M.D.-SP]

Too early for pregnancy symptoms. As I am returning your question on August 28, the question is, what was your beta-HCG?

[ajc1234]

The ONLY symptoms I had were ... sore breasts, a bit of fatigue (not an unusual amount though), and off-and-on cramps as if my period were coming. The cramping wouldn't last long, and it wasn't bad enough to take a tylenol. It made me worry more than it hurt, if you know what I mean. The 2 week wait is hell. But, I did my first IVF cycle this month with ET on 8/7. On 8/17 I got a positive blood test! I went back 4 days later and my levels had more than quadrupled, which is what they wanted. My ultrasound is 9/7 ... we transfered 2 embryos, so we might have twins. I know it is SO HARD, but just try not to stress!! Focus only on being pregnant, not the "what-ifs." I kept saying ... thank you God, I am pregnant. Thank you for giving me what I wanted for so long. Thank you for letting this work this time!!! Reading (actually listening to CD) of the book "The Secret" really helped me!

Keep me posted & take care.

[kangela25]

This is my second IVF. The first time I had two 8 cell embryos transferred on Day 3, with a lot of fragmentation (it didn't work). This time I had a 10 cell and 6 cell (Grade B and B-) transferred on Day 3. I was a little upset that it was a 3 day transfer, I feel day 5 transfers has better results. My transfer was on 8/18, and I freaked out 2 nights ago, because I can't wait til 8/22 for my PT. But I read "THE SECRET" and it brought me back to reality, and I felt much better. But, today I feel alot of cramping like I'm getting my period. I keep going to check, because it feels like it's coming. Did anyone feel a hard stomach right below the belly button?. Cause I was and I'm not anymore, and I feel I lost them. My breast are swollen but that's a  side effect from meds (I think). I'm just so scared of the day I get my PT test and the Dr. calls. I want him to say Congrats SOOOOO BAD. What if he doesn't.

[40smama]

Yeah, a close friend made me a visualization board from the book although I haven't read it yet.  I should've been more clear that my test is tomorrow; however, I cheated (i can't believe I did this) and took a digital hpt and it was pos; however, want to stay realistic.  I hope it works out for all of us.  I want to post when I have the "official" results especially for all of us who've been on this road for a while. Keep up the hope kangela! and ajc I hope that u/s turns out to be twins!  I think twins are really cool.

[ajc1234]

A positive HPT close to the time of your blood test is a good sign.

I did get a "tightness" in my very lower abdomen about 2 days before my blood test. Other than that I was bloated and that has not changed. Can't suck in my belly fat to save my life. I meant to get rid of that before I got pregnant ... Oops!! :)

Try not to worry guys ... You bring about what you think about. I truly believe that ... not only in this situation, but all situations. If you worry ... you will get what you are worrying about. Just know that you are pregnant. It can't hurt you to believe.

I didn't have a neg. test, so I can't answer what you will do if you don't get the results you want. I imagine that you will cry and feel angry, which are normal responses. I will be here for you if you need to talk. If you want my e-mail address, just let me know. You will be okay, regardless!!!

[40smama]

I'm officially knocked up!  That's not a nice way to put it, but there it is.  You were right - the hpt was reliable in my case since I didn't get the HCG shot (donor cycle).  Thanks for your words, ajc, ya kept me believin'.  Now to navigate across another minefield.......

[mature momma]

Congrats!!!! I am also in my 40's with 1 failed IVF with my eggs and starting IVF with donor soon for October cycle. Gives me hope to hear all these great success stories. Debra:):)

[40smama]

Ya know, I've read a bunch of your posts as I was trying to divert myself from all of the anxiety so I feel that I kind of know you in an ivf sort of way.  I read about the donor changing her mind and my heart broke for you.  I hope that you will still do a donor cycle and let me know how you are doing since I think there are just a few of us in that boat.  I hope that my experience will give some sort of hope to you.  Actually the doc who posted to one of your questions said it that we might not be able to use our eggs, but our womb is almost as good as a 20 year old!!!  So yeah!  Thanks for the words, Debra.

[babywant]

Hello everyone!  I just bumped into this forum and am I ever glad!!  It feels great knowing that I'm not alone in my IVF situation and identifying with other's symptoms after the transfer gives me a sense of security.  I got my transfer on Aug 19th with an HCG shot on Aug 14th....now i'm at my 2nd week of waiting before the blood test (Sept 4th)and like so many of you i did a HPT this morning with a negative result...I held back my tears because I have a feeling it might still be early to detect if I'm pregnant... right?  The HPT was a bad idea but the waiting is awful!  Let me know if 8 days after a transfer is too early for a HPT...

I wish you ALL to be successful and i pray for all of you even though i don't know you...i know how much we all want a baby and my prayers are with you..

[Linda70]

I had two 8 cell embryos transferred and I saw comment about 8 cell embryos.  Are 8 cell embryos on day 3 not good?  I could not go to blast because my husband's family was coming in from out of town ( bad timing).

[rfrost]

We do not have a choice at our fertility doctor's office between three and five-day transfers (as far as I know). I have always had three-day transfers. Does anyone know the requirements/reasons behind three vs. five-day transfers?

[40smama]

my beta hcg at 10 days was 199 & 3 days later 705.

[YeshuaPrincess]

I just want to wish everyone good luck.  I had the retrieval today. I got 16 eggs.  I have been praying that all will fertilized and I will do a transfer on Sunday.  Just keep me in prayers and I will do the same for all of you.

[40smama]

Congrats on those 16 eggs!!!  I'll be praying for you on Sunday - I know everyone else here will too because I've gotten a lot of support when I needed it.  Good luck!!!  And much baby dust to ya!

[richmate]

Goodluck to all of you.  I had the same experience a year ago, I had 12 eggs but only 6 eggs were fertilized, 2 were transfered but after 5 days I got a negative result on my blood test.  Until now, I'm afraid to continue with the ET of my remaining frozen fertilized eggs.  It's really very stressful , waiting for the result.  I wish our agony will be over and God will provide us all with a child.
Let's pray for one another.

[40smama]

Good luck to in your endeavors for pursuing an fet.  I know it's so nerve racking & I don't know much about it only to say that if mine hadn't worked I would've definitely gone for it.  I do know what you mean about disappointment.  During my 1st cycle, when it failed it felt like it was my own fault & it took a little while to get over it.

[FamilyDesire]

Hello,

I'm sure by now you have your beta results.  We're all praying for everyone to get an BFP!  I know that's what I'm believing God for with my IVF.  BTW...you did test too early. My hubby and I conceived 3 embryos on 8/27 (1 8 cell grade A, 1 6 cell grade B, and 1 4 cell grade B). I like saying conceived versus retrieved or fertilized.  Conception means life to me and I know God is the creator of life and it helps to encourage me during this 2 week wait. The only symptoms I have had has been cramping and headaches.  I'm on progesterone injections & suppositories and estrogen.  I'm 40 so my RE is not taking any chances which is why he also did a 3dt. He felt that the babies would have a better chance of surviving in their mommy's uterus versus a petri dish.  Anyone that has any words of encouragement, please send them my way.  I like the comment that said, to believe for a positive as we bring into our life what we believe.  I also remember the words of "If you're going to pray, why worry; and if you're going to worry, why pray.  Let's be thankful..God knows what He's doing for each and everyone of us.  He would not have told us to be fruitful and multiply if He didn't mean it.  God bless!

[sweetie12]

I'M 14 DAYS AFTER TRANSFER - GOT  A POSITIVE THAT I'M PREGNANT - BUT MY LEVELS ARE LOW AT 8 (ANYTHING OVER 5 IS BEING PREGNANT - BUT THEY WANT ME TO GO BACK ON MONDAY FOR ANOTHER TEST WHICH THEY THINK ITS NOT HOPEFUL) DID ANYONE GO THRU THIS AND DID IT EVER WORK OUT OK ?

[jenn621]

I went through that with my first ivf try.  My first level was 5 and then it went up and then I lost at 6 weeks.  Keep alert for cramping and bleeding.  I had problems everyweek and then my levels drop.  I hope everything goes okay!

[Nikki225]

I got 2 embryos transferred on 9/5/07.  The PT is scheduled for 9/17.  Needless to say, the 2WW is excruciating!  Here are my symptoms:

Day 1 (transfer day):  bloating, sore boobs (from Progesterone)
Day 2:  at 11pm, I suddenly got severe cramps, similar to cramps I experienced after aspiration.  It last only for a few minutes, but I was taken off guard by this!  
Day 3:  More cramping, but not as severe.  Still bloated and boobs are sore.
Day 4:  Mild cramping off and on throughout the day.

I really pray that the cramping is a good sign.  Has anyone else experienced cramping post-transfer?

Baby blessings to you all!

[az41]

I am waiting for a blood test tomorrow.  Sore breasts, tummy feels full and I have sharp pains and no bleeding.  My doc says all good news.  I am 41 and it was a donor cycle with a five day transfer of two blasts with what the embryologist said were the best "blasts he's ever seen."  I want to practice yoga which I did prior to the transfer and I am so scared that I could harm them.  I am also worried that it may induce a miscarriage.  Any words of wisdom?  I have not had progesterone levels taken.  I am doing a progesterone shot 1x/day, progesterone cream vaginally, 10 mg of estrace (6 vaginally/4 orally) and low dose aspirin,

[FamilyDesire]

Hello. I'm 40 and will have my blood test on tomorrow as well.  I did a day 3 transfer of 3 embryos.  A & B quality.  I'm an exerciser and usually workout 6 days a week. However, after the transfer, even though I was told I could start working out again on the 5th day past transfer, I decided not too.  I'm expecting a BFP tomorrow but if my expectations are wrong, I atleast want to be able to say that it wasn't the exercise.  Now, I have heard that Yoga in the first trimester can be harmful.  Let's just say, better safe than sorry.  I like Yoga too but I've just been practicing the breathing exercises and leaving the rest alone. I'm sure some advice from a prenatal Yoga instructor would be better, if you hear from one, please share their advice.  God bless with your results tomorrow.

[God's gift]

Hello everyone,

Yesterday was day 12 after IVF transfer.  My HCG level was 7.3.  Anything above 5 is pregnant but of course my doctor advised that it was likely that my levels would decrease.  I go back tomorrow to check to see if there was any increases.  Has anyone ever been through this before? If so, did you have a successful pregnancy?

Thanks for any info received.

[A Baby + A Family]

Hi,

I am 35.  

Every one thinks I have a good chance since my problem is with the tube. However, I feel no symptom at all, the same as my first failed cycle.  Transfer 3 on 9/7. All grade A with 8 cells.  Now I have 7 frozen left, all with 8 or 9 cells.  Are they going to survive?  How many times should I try, maybe only God knows.  

[babyboobah]

Hi all.  I've been surfing the internet like mad the last few days looking for some comfort.  And I stumbled on this site.  I'm having my blood test tomorrow to see if our third IVF attempt is a success. We're now with a new RE who is supposed to be awesome.  First 2 tries at previous RE were BFNs with no explanation as to why it didn't work.  : (   I'm so nervous I can't stand it.  Last time I took an HPT the morning before my blood test and it came up BFN.  I'm too scared to do it this time, but the wait is killing me.  I don't know if my symptoms are me just being nervous or what.  But my boobs are still a tiny bit sore, not as sore as they were days earlier which is making me nervous.  I feel mild cramping, more like twinges, very tired and I'm breaking out like crazy, which didn't happen the last 2 times.  Anyone know what this means?  I'm going crazy and so is my poor hubby.  Tomorrow feels like it will never come!

[FamilyDesire]

Hello. I read on another site (www.twoweekwait.com) of a few cases of acne breakouts and getting a BFP.  I hope this will be your story as well.  I got a BFN on Monday but it always makes me feel better when I read of other BFPs.  Let's me know there is hope and God is still blessing!  Praying for your BFP tomorrow & thanking God that you have gotten this far with conception.  

[joyfaithlove]

hi everyone:
I am 43 and I am 3 days post ivf transfer of 2 embroys the qualities are: 10 I and 8 I (i used a donor).  After my blood test doctor called and told me to start progestrone in oil 1 im daily, does this mean a negative?

[where2next]

Hi.  I've just come across this forum and its comforting to read messages from others going through this same rollercoaster ride.  I am on day 12 after embryo transfer.  2 embryos were transferred (I don't know what grade but the embryologist said they were good grades).  The first week - I went through the motions noting the breast tenderness, bloating, and some cramping.  I'm coming to the end of the second week and the breast tenderness is almost gone and I have cramps like my period is coming very soon. I've taken 2 HPTs already and they were negative - I knew they would be but I was looking for a glimmer of hope.  I feel so devastated - I've taken the day off work and I am in a daze.  I am supposed to go for the blood test on Monday - but I don't want to as I already know.  I have just turned 42.  I don't know what to do next - to try again or not.  Are my eggs too old?  My husbands sperm count and motility is very low also and we had ICSI.  I can't stop crying about it and much as my husband loves me I know he doesnt understand and just feels bad about me being so upset - so I feel bad about being upset!  I just don't know where to go next.  I'll just have to get over this first I suppose.
  

[firsttimejones]

Hi,I had 2 grade 1 embyros transferred on the 12th September so i am now day 3  post transfer. This is my first IVF. I did have a swollen stomach and was sore from the egg collection.However i do not feel anything now so am worried. Does any one know if this is normal even prior to a positive blood test?

[mommywant]

Hi there,
I just found this site - as I too like many others is looking for some hope...my blood test is tomorrow...
I am 42 and I have a beautiful 2 1/2 year old  - which we conceived naturally - after 3 misscarriges and 5 years of trying - so when he was 8 months old we decided to try again  and we got preg. but I lost the pregnancy (tubal) and my tube - so waited a few months for me to heal - and then waited to get in for tests and then waited for surgery to go in and see the damage and see if there would be anything they could do.... tried IUI ( 4 times) and finally decided to go the IVF route - and we are only doing it once - ( my age and the expense)

on day 4 of stim- there were only 2 follicle and I was very close to be cancelled - but on day 6 we had a 3rd - so with only 3 follicles we went in for retrival - with the hopes of getting at least 1 egg - (we got 3 -!!!!)
and 3 fertilized and the 3 went on to becoming beautiful embryos (the doctors words) they score them on 20 - we had a 19,18 and a 15 (two 8 and one 6 on day 3 )
We did a day 3 transfer on Sept 4th and I have had symptoms like crazy until about 4-5 days ago - my breast are no longer sore ( except from me pushing on them ) the cramping has stopped and I just don't feel pregnant -
I AM TRYING SO HARD TO BE POSITIVE - BUT IT IS HARD...
I am generally very positive - but this process really knocks that about...
I wish everyone the best - prayers all around

[FamilyDesire]

Hi.  Sounds like you have a very good chance of pregnancy especially since you have been pregnant before..I pray that the results will be in your favor.

I do have a question for you.  Did your RE use Lupron?  My Re did not and he said it was because of my age (I'm 40).  He used Ganirelix for 3 days just before egg retrieval.  I did not get a BFP so I'm taking a break as my booty is still sore from the progesterone shots.

God bless you on tomorrow!

[mommywant]

hi there,
we went the antagonist route - my age factored in to it -  I do not think my Dr. held alot of hope for us at the beginning - ( but I made it my job to prove him wrong)
my protocol was 375 gonal f and 75 Luveris
and thank you for your words of encouragement - I am sending nothing but happy happy thoughts and wishes

[lizta]

This is my first time with IVF (I'm 40) & my first time commenting on a blog site... it's so comforting to know that I'm not alone - thanks to all of you for your comments and honesty.  I had 4 embryos transfered 5 days ago... one week to go for the blood test.  So far, I've been really tired and my breasts are more sensitive.  The biggest thing I've noticed is how bloated my stomach is - all of my pants are really tight!  I don't know if this is from the progesterone or b/c I've stopped exercising... I keep thinking I should be able to feel the embryos implant (I wish)... I really don't feel any cramps or anything so far... This "waiting period" has been the hardest part by far!

[waitinginfaith]

Progesterone in oil is used to maintain the endometrium for implantation. We have to stop all these meds if we get a neg pregnancy test but if positive we continue until told to stop. Right now the docs must want you to just continue with maintenance.

[waitinginfaith]

Try talking to your DH honey. I can guarantee you that he is not just feeling sorry for you. When we got the news of my husband's low motility/morbidity I was crushed but he was even more crushed even though he did not show it. Eventually he  said he wished we had tested earlier so I could choose whether or not to marry him and that broke my heart and made me realize how deeply he was hurting. So we comforted each other and that has brought us even closer in this venture. I am 3dpt, transferred on 9/15 to test on 9/27. So praying for a positive. Blessings and baby dust to all.

[FamilyDesire]

Hi again.  Thanks for sharing.  I posted to your other forum also..sorry for the dup.  Anyhow, I'm glad to hear you say that your RE went with the antagonist route as I was told the same thing. My RE has been trying to get me to use donor eggs..they're so quick to give up on us women over 40.   I started out on 375 of gonal-f & 75 of menopur but then was increased to 450 gonal-f and stayed at 75 menopur. I also started accupuncture during my treatment and at the time of retrieval, I had 6 eggs but only 3 were mature.  All 3 produced good quality embryos but didn't implant.  I'm planning a diagnostic laparoscopy this month to ensure no funny business with the uterus.  I'll try naturally for a couple of months and then if no BFP by November..IVF again.

I think you get your results today.  I don't know you but I'm feeling anxious for you.  Please God, let it be a BFP!

[mommywant]

I just got the beta results back - BFP!!!!! - 105
thank you so much for your prayers - and now it is your turn to prove them all wrong....
I too do accupunture being doing it off an on for over a year - and since June every week and 2 per week July and Aug - and my DH went 2/week in Aug too!!

good luck

[waitinginfaith]

MUCHO congrats on your BFP!! now you can change to 'mommytobe' (LOL)

[nitigm]

hi am on day 8 after my second round of IVF, blastocyst transfer. my doc transfered 3 embryos, one was a blastocyst and 2 were compacted. i have to go for my pregnancy test on day 11. but i am getting a few cramps in my abdomen. they come and go every ten to twenty minutes...is there something to worry about? do i need to do complete bed rest? i have been at home only...moving about very slowly, lying down or sitting on the computer.pls advise

[FamilyDesire]

Hi again!  Congratulations on your BFP!  I keep responding to your other forum and now I just saw your note about the accupunture.  You're encouraging me to up my accupuncture to twice a week.  I'm very happy for you and your hubby.  Please share any dieting tips also...every bit helps those of us who are still waiting in faith for our BFP.

[joyfaithlove]

Hi everyone:

Has anyone ever had a negative home pregnancy test 9 days post ivf transfer but a positive blood test 11 days post transfer.  

[babyboobah]

Well...like you...we got a BFN on 9/13.  Our third one : (  Poor hubby is taking it hard, but I'm definitely taking it alot worse this time.  I guess the breakout was just some cruel perk.  : (  We have our follow-up appointment next Tuesday....feels like it's so far away.  We're hoping she has some answers for us.  From what she has said and from what our other doctor (where we did the first 2 IVF cycles - 2 BFN)  told us there is nothing wrong with either of us, besides my tubes being blocked.  Hopefully she can get a handle on what we need to get this to work....I'm definitely going to try again.  Our embies did look alot better than the other place, so I"m still trying to be hopeful.  Dear hubby is already trying to figure out when retrieval and transfer might happen.  I hate having no control over any of this.  Has anyone else had 3 failed IVF's?  Tried#4?  The thought of doing this again is exhausting...but I feel like I need to keep going.  

[FamilyDesire]

Hello. It hurts like crazy to get that BFN call. Even now, something might happen to trigger a reminder of that call and I get all teared up. But every night, I annoint my stomach with blessed oil (got it from my pastor) and I ask God to bless my reproductive organs and I say thank you Jesus.  My husband prays too.  If you don't mind, I was wondering how old you are? There's nothing wrong with me or hubby either other than my RE thinks I'm old & so my ovarian reserve is low. Have you ever had a diagnostic laparoscopy. The jury is out on whether the procedure can influence fertility. I'm getting this done in 2 weeks just to make sure there aren't any scars or lesions on my uterus that "might" prevent implantation. Also, I'm a big fan of accupuncture. Are you doing this?  And lastly...what about your diet. I've cut out alot of dairy and already, I'm noticing that AF is no where near as painful so that may improve fertility.  I've also cut wayyyyyy back on my sugar intake to help my hormones remain balanced. I also ordered FertilAid, Fertilitea, and FertilCM from http://www.early-pregnancy-tests.com. Figured I would give conception a try naturally for a month or 2.

Sorry, but I don't have an answer to your question. I have read on twoweekwait.com of women going through multiple IVF cycles and finally getting that BFP naturally. There's a foundation (www.CadeFoundation.org) that will help women with infertility also.

Remember this.."Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added". God knows our heart's desire. Seek Him and He'll answer!  I'm not pregnant YET..but it's coming! :)

[babyboobah]

I know what you mean.  One minute I'm fine (well...not exactly fine...more like functional) and the next I start crying....my co-workers must think I've lost my mind.  I turned 37 in July...so I guess I'm considered "old" too.  How old are you? (If you don't mind me asking).  I had every test under the sun, I can't even remember them all...Hysterosalpingogram to check my tubes, that's how we found they are blocked, Hydrosonograms that detected a few small polyps...had those removed in December of last year before we did the frist IVF...just to be be proactive and be sure my uterus was perfect...and that seems to be the case...they say my uterus is "beautiful".  Other than the 3 small polyps there was nothing.  I get a good lining for them to transfer to.  I'd have to check my records for the first 2 tries, but I had 12 eggs retrieved both times, I had good fertilization rates using ICSI...but the embies were pretty fragmented.  This time I had only 8 eggs retrieved 6 mature and out of that 4 fertilized.  They looked much much better than the first 2 times (at the previous Dr).  We got 2 nice looking not much fragmentation 4 cell, and 1 8 cell...but it had some fragmentation...but not nearly as much as with the other place.  Did assisted hatching this time and the time before this one too.  I was so hoping the 8 cell was the one : (  I just feel like there is no rhyme or reason why it's not working....all my bloodwork always comes back "great".  About my diet...I cut out caffeine, alcohol or course..not that we're big drinkers anyway so that was easy...soft cheeses, only a small amount of fish here and there.  Can't really eat too much dairy anyway since I'm lactose intollerant.  I did accupuncture once a week for 5 weeks while i was in cycle.  Although I didn't get to do it the day of transfer since my transfer fell on a Sunday.  I have that thought in the back of my head too.  Like "what if I had done it that day...would it have made a difference".  My Dr says there is no clinical evidence that it really does anything but she doesn't really discourage it either.  It's more for relaxation as far as she is concerned.  My periods have always been VERY regular...exactly 28 days give or take a day.  Never really had much in the way of cramping or anything.  I guess that's why I was shocked when we couldn't get pg...I never thought there would be anything wrong.  I'm sorry about your BFN : (  A friend and I have been going through this together.  We both did the frist 2 at the same place...BNF...then we moved to this new Dr.  She got pg the first try with this new Dr.  Another reason I was so hopefull.  I still have her to talk to which is good...but now she doesn't really understand how hard the 3rd BFN really is.  But at least she can understand the whole process.

[Baby-Germy]

This is our 4th IVF - with donor eggs as I am 48 yrs old - 2 embryos transfered on 9/15 and have to wait for 2weeks for tests! But I have had cramps, pains in abdomen and a pinkish discharge, does anyone know if this is normal - as my clinic informed me that it can be due to the progestrone I have to take! any feed back will be much apprecited!!
Keeping my fingers crossed and staying positive 100%!!
Bye for now
Baby-Germy

[babyboobah]

My fingers are crossed for a BFP for you!  Best of luck.  I've heard of something called Implantation Bleeding....hoping that's what you have : )

[Baby-Germy]

Thank you for your encouragement, I do need it!!and hope that the discharge is normal... what does the BFN and BFP stand for, I am so old need educating....Ta in advance.
Have a nice day!

[FamilyDesire]

Wow..you have done alot! The REs are pretty smart and they don't strongly support anything from TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) but they don't discredit it either. I'm 40.  I started trying when I was 38 and I have had 1 failed clomid try and 2 failed IUIs plus my latest BFN (Big Fat Negative) with IVF.  For the other lady..BFP is Big Fat Positive!

I had accupuncture the day of retrieval and the day of transfer and still no BFP. I'm doing accupuncture now once a week but will increase to twice a week if I start IVF again. The benefit of accupuncture is that it is suppose to increase blood flow to the uterus which we both know is important to the embryo.

If you ever want to IM with me, my Yahoo ID is mrslisad_oct21. Maybe we can compare notes in a more real time fashion.

[ktzs7729]

Hi everyone. I'm new to this site and have been reading these posts and glad to hear some good stories (as I need them right now).

I'm 33 years old and my husband & I have been ttc for about 2 yrs. I did clomid awhile ago and that didn't work. I then found out that I have PCOS. I had (2) ovarian polyps that was taken out this past May. Soon after that was done, I started meds for an IUI cycle. The first cycle had to be cancelled because I was just not responding to the meds. The second cycle was good (maybe they were the metformin meds) and we were able to complete a full IUI cycle but with no success. We didn't want to wait to do another IUI cycle given the odds so we opt to do an IVF this time.  

We had our egg retrieval (14 eggs) on 09/04/07. Out of 14, 4 were not mature. Out of 10, 7 were fertilized. Out of 7, 3 were transferred and they were going to freeze the other 4 if it reached blastocycst stage (which it didnt).

So we ended up doing a 3 day transfer (3 embryos) on 09/07/07. I had my first blood test this past Tues, 09/18/07 and it was a positive. BUT there was a "BUT". My HCG levels were only 15. My RE wanted it to be as high as 50-70, maybe even a 100. I re-did my HCG testing today and got an HCG level of 26. They said it's not looking to be a normal pg. I've asked if I can re-take another blood test this Sat, 09/22, just to make sure. So, for now, I'm taking Estrace (10mg - 2x a day), Baby Aspirin (81mg), Progesterone Oil (1 cc) and still metformin, until my next result on Sat.

What's the odds of me having an early miscarry as if it were my period? I really want this pg to continue and am trying to keep my spirits up but it's very hard. Does anyone know of a pregnancy going to term on even slow elevations of HCG levels like mine? Please advise.

[baby hope]

Good morning everyone I am on day 7 post transfer and have 4 more long days to go for the big test. Have been feeling very crampy and PMSSSY! So I am getting a little discourgaged. But reading the previous blogs have helped because most of you are having the same symptoms with some positive outcomes.  This is our 2nd IVF attempt. My eggs never made it to the first transfer.  This time we had 12 eggs retrived 7 being mature and 5 fertilizing.  3 Made it to the transfer, 1 7 cell, and 2 4 cells with fragmentation.  They transfered all three. I am just hoping for one!!! Baby HOPE. Doctor says next try will need to be with donor eggs (How quick they are to jump to that next level).  I am only 33 but doctor says I don't have very good egg quality.  I will keep everyone in my prayers and thanks for all your comments they are very inspiring.

[waitinginfaith]

Hi all, just checking in. I am 7dpt and gave in and did hpt this am, faint but present BFP! did x2 about 4 hours later and BFP on both! still in shock- beta not due to be done until thurs 27th. Having flip flops, groin pains and had mild af feelings this AM. I will test again on Monday- 9dpt- then I will post my symptoms which were few but present after my beta. I continue to 'wait in faith'
With God all things are possible, Keep hopeful and prayerful. baby dust to all.

[Indy1967]

I was surfing the net and found this site.  I am 11 days post frozen donor transfer.  We went to donor route after a failed IUI.  I am now trying to hold off doing the HPT.  Every minute my emotions change--my boobs are huge and sore but am on estradiol and progesterone, my stomach feels full and, I know this sounds funny, but I am feeling hot which is unusual for me.  But then I get these strange twinges...not normal PMS cramps.  So, any good thoughts are appreciated (blood test on Weds).

[babyboobah]

As of now I don't have a Yahoo IM account....but when I get one up and running I'd love to compare notes.  It's nice to have someone who knows what this is like to talk to.  DH can only understand so much.  I'm actually getting ready to leave work to go to our follow-up appointment.  Wish me luck!  Hopefully we hear something positive.  I hope your laproscopy goes well.  Fingers crossed!  Atlhough I hate that we have to go through all this...I'm so thankful that we even have this option.  I can't imagine going through this 30+ years ago when they would have just said "sorry...no baby for you"  : (

And thanks for answering BabyGermy!  Yes...there are alot of things you pick up along the way through his journey...and one of them is all sorts of abbreviations for things..Like AF (aka Aunt Flo....aka your period).  I think that's my leaast favorite of them all....she never brings with her good news.

[marcyh]

I am also in the two week waiting period. (6 dpt)  This is the 3rd IVF transfer for us (2 cycles - 3 transfers - 0 pos).  The quality of my eggs wasn't great - but we ended up with 3 8-cell embryos for a day-3 transfer.  The waiting is so hard and I am constantly reading everything I can find looking for 'clues'.  I do have a question for everyone out there though.. I was very sore this time after my retrieval.  Since about 3dpt, my stomach has been very bloated and hard.  I actually think it might be caused by over-stimulation of my ovaries as opposed to any sort of pregnancy symptom.  Has anyone else experienced this after their transfer?  My pain is almost gone - and so I don't think it's anything serious.

[babyboobah]

Just came back from my follow-up visit with my RE.  She actually said she was kind of surprised it didn't work this time.  She said all my steps were good and that she was happy with everything....except of course that it didn't result in a pregnancy.  My biggest fear was that she was going to tell us that my egg quality was poor.  But she said they look good...nothing abnormal at all.  She is very confident that all we need is just persistance to get a positive result.  I'm actually feeling better knowing that she is so optimistic.  I really needed some good news.  So if all goes well we are going to jump right into another IVF cycle...#4.  I'm so anxious to start again.  I know how it feels to have a Dr tell you so quickly that "it's probably your eggs...you should look into donor eggs"....but honestly I'm SO glad we went to another RE.  She said there is nothing wrong with my eggs.  Our other Dr said the same thing to my girlfriend...she went to our new Dr and got a BFP on her first try here.  So if that's the attitude your Dr is taking I highly advise going to another Dr and getting a fresh opinion.  I'm glad I did...and my friend is proof that it could pay off.  : )

[FamilyDesire]

Hello. I'm very happy to hear that you got good news at your RE. That's your first step in the right direction.  Without a positive RE, it makes it difficult for us to remain positive and get that positive!  We have to be stress free!  I have been looking for another RE but so far, the one I found is not covered by my insurance.  If anyone in this world has an RE recommendation in the Los Angeles area, please share.

God, please bless IVF cycle #4 with a BFP. In Jesus name - Amen.

[guinness413]

I seem to be losing some of my symptoms and not quite 7 weeks; should I be worried? I am a mess over this but don't want the doctors to think I am crazy

[babyboobah]

Thank you so much for your prayers.  We are praying for a BFP for you too : )
I wish I had a recommendation for you in your area.  I would recommend them in a second to anyone.  We were truly blessed when we found our Dr.  She does have some helpful links on her website, one of them is www.sart.org.  There is a link to search for a Dr.  I also asked my Dr's office if they could recommend someone.  They do have a contact at a very reputable place out there.  She is going to get me the information...as soon as I have it I will forward it to you. I hope this is of some help to you.  Wish I could do more.  I know how helpful it is to get as much information as possible.  I wish we had more when we started this journey.

[brenda37]

1st time doing this.  I'am 37 years old and  just had a frozen blast transfer 9/26/07 only 2dpt (they are from my first IVF cycle) They transfered 5 blasts said that 1 was hatching 2 getting ready to hatch and 2 that stopped growing but still alive.  Anyone know if this is good?  How soon can I take HPT because they were already 5 days old when transfered?  my blood test is 10/8 and that is just so far away i am already going crazy just after 2 days.  

[clair22]

Hi, I am 36 years old and I had my 2nd IVF cycle on 9/13/07 using 2 blastocytes.  My beta on 9/24 was in the 500 range and on 9/26 was in the 900 range.  The IVF nurse I am on my way and scheduled me for an ultrasound in 3 weeks.  Although I am absolutely thrilled, I cannot help but worry since I don't feel anything, except some cramping especially at night (which I really perceive as a bad sign more than anything.)  Sometimes, I find myself trying to feel nauseated.  I know it's crazy. Does anyone have any advice for me?  I cannot seem to enjoy the happy news because I am alwas worried.  Help!!!

[Indy1967]

I ended up not getting the blood test as scheduled.  It was originally scheduled for 1 day early because I had to leave for a business trip.  Well, then the flight times changed and I would have had to take it 2 days early.  Since my DH was not going with me, we did not want the results until I returned....I was devastated the last time it was BFN.  So, the RE decided to wait until tomorrow.  I am now worried about not having enough symptoms....some nausea but nothing major.  Feels like I am retaining lots of water.  Headaches like crazy (can we say stress?)  and the huge hormone boobs.  Anyone else out there that got a BFP  without a lot of symptoms?  This is our last shot at fertility.....my FSH is elevated and we used a donor.  DH and I have disucussed it and we have enough $$$$ to go through fertility one more time or adopt, so we will turn to adoption.  I am so scared right now.  

[sandy386]

Hello all start off by saying great to find all of you I learned alot in the last hour..a lot of 411 here to intake.Well I'm 34 I have three grown children like a girl 18 and twin boys they are 17 ,,Ive been re-married for the last 7 years to my husband that has no children (low count) Im all excited we just finished an IVF Transfer of two embryos on the 12th and now just keeping fingers cross and hoping that my hubbys dream comes true and well I cant wait to do it all over again and all the kids are excited to and my mother in-law OMG she going crazy of all she cant wait to be a grandma at last.....so were all going crazy Im so stressed out I cant wait I know Mt P.test is on the 26th BUT I know I will not be able to wait..I feel that all will be good everything up till now has been perfect They retrieved 20 eggs 19 mature 16 stood by day 3 2 transfered and 14 on ice BUT I do not want to do this again  I cant believe what women with infertility problems go throw well now I know.

[NeedThisToWork]

Hi -

I'm new to the site, but am finding that I should have gotten on here sooner. So much information to take in!!

I have just completed my 2nd cycle of IVF. I am 27 - first cycle worked, but then failed. Very sad day in our lives. This time we used donor egg. Our donor was 22 - she had 20 eggs retrieved, 14 viable, and 11 fertilized. On day 3 we still had 11 growing strong. However - on transfer day (Oct 13) we only had 6 remaining - 2 really good, 4 questionable on whether they could be frozen or not. We transferred 2, and surprisingly enough, had 2 of the 4 remaining that were able to be frozen. I am now 6 days after my transfer, and naturally can't stand the wait. I did a test at home (2 x's) and both have come back +. This is my concern!

NOW TO MY QUESTION/REASON for posting :

We used donor egg - has anyone else used donor egg, and still had to take the ovidrel shot. I'd like to think that I'm not alone here, however - after a ton of posts I've read, I can't figure out why I had to take it. (this being the reason for my concerns on the + home tests...I'm thinking it's still the ovidrel and not a true pregnancy)!

Any replies would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
CK - NC

[tali74]

Hi this is my first time to this forum, I am 9 days post transfer and have been really tired, sore breasts and a bit of cramping am really worried that this is not normal does it mean something bad. we went to blastocyst.

Help worried !

[Panda404]

Hi everybody...
I am getting really depressed because I have no symptoms (except for sore boobs) and it is 7 days after my transfer. My dh made me promise not to take a HPT because he talked to the doc and we were told that it is more likely to be misleading than helpful. So I promised. But meanwhile I am going nuts. I have no cramping, no twinges no pain in the abdomen or anything. I am older (42) so I am getting really hopeless. The weird thing is that everything went right up to now. We have 5 good embryos so we froze 3 and pout back 2. They were good quality and my RE said I was a "good responder." So I was SOOOO hopeful, and now I feel completely like my old self. Shouldn't there be some kind of a change...?????

[Andi123]

Reading your entry was like looking at what I am going through.  I am 8 days post transfer and have absolutely no symptoms.  I, too, am older (43) and this is the second time I use my own eggs.  I really want to do the HPT but don't want to face the possible outcome.  I wish you luck and hope all goes well.  If this does not work for me, I will try once more with my own eggs.  Best wishes.

[Plee]

I have real almost all your posts.....  Glad to find a blog with so many women like me.  Some post have inspired me, some made my heart ache.  I feel every loss I hear about cause I know how much all this takes a toll on our emotions and hopes.

I had my first IVF transfer today (10.25.07).... I am 42 with two children (25, 11) ....my 25 year is pregnant.... they came over to tell us this weekend past.  A lot to take in since we have been on an infertile journey since Jan.  

I had 8 follicles.... We've done one IUI but decided to move onto to IVF to improve our chances.  My DH has male factor issues as well.  I was a slow reponder to Follistim/menopur although responded pretty well to Clomid/follistim during IUI cycle.  6 eggs were retrieved but only 5 mature.  hubby's sperm count was low but we used ICSI.  Only 3 eggs fertilized.  On day 3 transfer had 2-grade B and 1-grade C..... each only 3, 4 and 5 cells.  We are thinking our chances are pretty low.... 13% or so according to the doc doing the transfer.  We also did assisted hatching.  Now hanging out on the sofa missing time from work.... got to wait 16 days for Beta.

Depressed about being a grandma :( and not being able to conceive.

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[sammy05xx]

Hi I'm 12day dpt had sum crampin an swore boobs I'm not due to take home preg test til day 15 dpt but I took 1 2day an was negative could I stil b preg and it just to early as my doc told me 2wait til 15th dpt hpe some one can help I'm realy down nw

[ingane]

i had a day 5 tranfer ivf icsi yesterday we tranferd 2 embies 1 had started hatching im lying down rght now just go to lu only god be with me in this im so nervous i had 2failed ivf icsi i hope the 24th bring me joy +ve pregnancy test my twins im waitn 4 u