April and May 2011 IVF Community Group

For those going through IVF during the months of April and or May

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deleted_user 05/10/2011

I am starting my research to see how to improve my changes of implantation, so I thought it would be helpful to start a topic to see what other women have read. I read an article last night that washing of the cervix and uterus with simple saline solution helps. When I called my doctor's office this morning to asked about the procedure, they told me they do it, but wanted to share the information just in case.

deleted_user 05/10/2011

I guess doing a saline infusion hysterectomy just before IVF could be a plus as well?????

deleted_user 05/10/2011

I haven't heard of the saline wash...my RE didn't do that with my first IVF cycle. I'll have to ask about that!

Here are a few things my RE suggests to avoid during a cycle:

- Caffeine
- Weight-lifting
- High-impact aerobics
- Abdominal exercises
- Too much sun
- Hot tubs/saunas

Here are a few things my RE does/suggests to do as it relates to the transfer itself:

- Gives valium orally prior to transfer to help you relax
- Transfer is done on full bladder (I think this is typical)
- Lay flat for one hour after transfer
- Bedrest day of transfer and day after

I've also heard to eat pinapple core. :-)

deleted_user 05/11/2011

My accupuncturist said to eat pineapple core starting the day of ET for 5 days. It's a delicious treat, so why not. But, she said don't do it other times during the cycle or you could become too acidic.

deleted_user 05/16/2011

just had my ET on Sat..nurse said to eat proteins and dairy..relax and take it easy and dont walk in high heels,lol..but am trying to do whatever it takes..I even had a 2 weeks sick leave to rest at home :)

deleted_user 05/16/2011

Thank you Dream...I am doing everything so far but the high heels. I am so short I wear heels daily, but I am going back to flats right now so I can get use to it. Thanks

deleted_user 05/16/2011

@ Dream - How many did you TF? I wish you the best of luck and know they are resting in for a nice long time.

Sticky Baby Dust

deleted_user 05/20/2011

Hi Kimolu,
I am barely 5 foot :) but have gone to flats straight away and it feels comfy ;)..I had 3 transffered with the rest ( 6 ) frozen for next time.hopefully our second baby...

I just bought pineapples as someone said they were good for the lining :)

heartfull wishes for everyone..am day 7 of the 2ww ;)

JaredBurgos 02/24/2015

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