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Need hope for my second IVF cycle

Julie76
Julie76

Hi!  I’m new to a support group and I need your help!  I’m 41 and have been through the roller coaster ride of 3 failed IUIs and 1 failed IVF cycle.  Soon I will start my second round of IVF.  A lot of things are in great shape for this cycle like the timing, protocol, diet, but my head and heart are not!  After only retrieving one egg that didn’t fertilize (round one) and seeing the statistics for my age group, I’m not optimistic.  Maybe I’m also guarding my heart from the potential let down again.  Believe, retrieve, conceive!  How do I believe AGAIN?  How do I pick my heart up and get my head in the right place for round two?  

AllieCat
AllieCat
Julie76, I totally connect with your post! I am about to be 40 and will begin my 2nd round of IVF later this month. My first round failed. I have worked so hard on my diet, supplements, sleep, stress, etc. The hardest piece is remembering to have hope, despite the instinct to protect my heart.

You got this! You should be so proud of yourself for all the positive changes you've made since your last attempt. One thing that helped me pick my heart up was to make a list of all the things that will be different this next round. I was amazed at my list...so many things! Also, remember that the spirit/soul of your child is out there trying to communicate with you. Ask them to send you a sign. Listen for them...
Julie76
Julie76
Thank you so much AllieCat!

I love your ideas and thoughts! I will definitely make a list and ask and listen for a sign from the soul of my child.

Can I run by you what changes I’m doing and you let me know if you are doing anything else?
Supplements: Prenatal vitamin of course, CoQ10, DHEA, Vitamin D and E.
Diet: eggs, half an avocado, smoothies with blueberries, raspberries, flax seeds, açaí berry, maca, Brazil nuts, almonds, walnuts, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, sweet potatoes, salmon (once a week), chicken, pork, red meat, aiming for 25% protein everyday.
Stress relief: acupuncture, yoga, meditation, work out, massages, going to start chiropractor and try reflexology.
Do you have any other tips?

Thanks again for reaching out! Please keep me updated on your second round.