Is there still Hope?

[positivethoughts]

My DH and I have been trying to conceive since our wedding which is 2 years ago this month. We tried to conceive naturally for 1 year, and then I booked an appointment with our Dr. Within 6 months from then we were booked into a fertility specialist (RE). After many investigations we found out it was male infertility. We were then told that the only way to try for a successful pregnancy was to do IVF. I started the hormone injections and much to my surprise I did not respond well to this treatment at all. I had two failed cycles, in which I did not produce enough follicles and was switched to 2 IUI cycles, both of which failed. This past month I finally made it to an IVF cycle. So excited about this. We had 4 eggs, that fertilized with the ICSI procedure. We transferred an 8 cell grade 2 embryo, and a 9 cell grade 2 embryo on day 3. The other two we were going to freeze. They were both 6 cell grade 2 on day 3. I just got the phone call today, saying that they did not make it to the blast stage. We have spent so much money as I was on an extreme high dose of medicine. I was spending $1000/day. I am wondering if anyone can offer insite. I was positive until this morning.  Now I feel discouraged. Because the other 2 embryos did not make it, does that mean that the two that were transferred likely won't either? Any insite out there? I am new to this forum and look forward to any replies.

[seattleview]

No, having the remaining two embryos not make it to blast definitely does not mean the two that were transferred won't make it.  I had ICSI done on four eggs, but only three fertilized, and of those only two even made it to my day 3 transfer.  I got my BFP last week. :)  I'm not familiar with the number grading system (my doctor uses a report card letter system) - what does a 2 mean?

[Faylew1012]

I don't think it means they didn't make it. I think you have a good chance! I really hope you get your BFP! Good luck!

[positivethoughts]

Hi Seattleview. Thank you so much for commenting. I am having a terrible day. I am trying to stay positive here, but man, this 2ww is killing me!!! Congratulations on your BFP. I can only hope that we receive the same outcome. Our Beta test is on June 19th. June 12th I go in for an ultrasound, and blood work to check the progesterone levels,and my uterine lining.  I think an grade2 would be equivalent to a "B". From what I have found on the internet it is <20% fragmentation. Did you have any cramps? I am having some today, and I feel lightheadeded also. I am not sure if I can attribute this to the phone call I got this morning.

[positivethoughts]

I like your positive thinking!!! Thank you for commenting. All fingers, toes and limbs are crossed that I get my BFP. This waiting ***** though!

[udbe2]

I was very lightheaded when I was pregnant back in Jan.  I thought I had a head cold or something that was making me feel that way but than to my surprise I got a BFP.    I hope you get a BFP this month.  

[positivethoughts]

How early on in your pregnancy were you lightheaded though? I am only 4 days past my 3 day transfer, and having some mild cramps. Contracts on your BFP!!!

[seattleview]

Thank you!  No, I did not have any cramps. The only non-normal feelings I had as early as you are were ongoing bloating and fatigue.  I think these were a result of the meds, the ER and ET, and all the emotions.

[positivethoughts]

So, when is your due date? That is awesome. I am extremely bloated and fatigued as well. I do not fit into any of my regular clothes due to the size of my stomach - it already looks like I am PG 0 LOL!! When does the bloating feeling subside from all the drugs, do you know?

[seattleview]

I am due 2/9/11. My actual bloating subsided about a week after the transfer, but I also gained a few pounds during the process so I still can't comfortably wear my jeans or most of my other pants.

[positivethoughts]

So I can look forward to the bloating subsiding!! I have put on some weight too, I can squeeze into my jeans, but its totally not even comfortable. Again congrats on your BFP. I love hearing good news stories, it helps to keep my chin up.

[seattleview]

I actually went shopping for what I called "cheap big fat jeans" this weekend, but just couldn't bring myself to buy jeans 1 to 2 sizes bigger than what I was wearing a month ago.  Guess I just won't be wearing jeans for a while. :)

[positivethoughts]

Funny, I was thinking of doing that exact same thing. I might just have to though because I have no idea what is going to get me through until I either get a BFP or until I lose the weight! Which ever it is!