Infertility Support Group
In vitro fertilization is one of the most common and utilized ways of treating conception problems. This support group is dedicated to those beginning their journey with IVF and needing support. Join the community and share your experiences, advice, and story with people going through similar challenges starting a family.
Hi There. I am new to this group. My husband and I have been TTC for 10 months. After 4 months of testing for ovulation i realized that i wasn't ovulating. My doctor referred me to an RE and I started Clomid. After two months we were pregnant and I was SO HAPPY. At 5 weeks I miscarried and was devastated. Now I am back on Clomid. I have tried it for two cycles and we aren't pregnant. I went to the RE this week and she was extremely impersonal and not compassionate with me at all. (Needless to say I am currently looking for a new doctor). She was very negative and told me that I need to consider IUI. I am very open to trying this, but it was stressful that she went there immediately and was negative about the possibility of Clomid working for me again.
I guess I am looking to hear if anyone has gone through miscarriage with Clomid and did they get pregnant and carry to term later? Also, anyone who has done IUI and can share their experiences with me that would be great. I find I dont know anyone who is going through the same as me. My close friends have either conceived very easily or haven't started having babies yet. I feel at a loss for a support network these days.
I am trying to stay positive. It is definitely a roller coaster full of emotions and scary unknowns.
I guess I am looking to hear if anyone has gone through miscarriage with Clomid and did they get pregnant and carry to term later? Also, anyone who has done IUI and can share their experiences with me that would be great. I find I dont know anyone who is going through the same as me. My close friends have either conceived very easily or haven't started having babies yet. I feel at a loss for a support network these days.
I am trying to stay positive. It is definitely a roller coaster full of emotions and scary unknowns.
I personally only used clomid on my two IUI cycles the first of which was a fail and the second we did conceive but unfortunately it ended in an ectopic pregnancy.
I just wanted to tell you that IUI is not as scary as it sounds and it could very well work for you but if you feel you want to continue to try clomid on your own that's fine to, do what you feel comfortable with. With IUI it's helps to get the sperm where it needs to be thus increasing the chance of one catching the egg. They also help with the timing of ovulation.
Any way there's a little info on IUI but ultimately do what you feel comfortable with and if you don't feel comfortable with your RE find another one that you are it's important to feel comfortable and be on the same page with your RE.
I wish you the best of luck moving forward!!
I saw another RE who said that we should consider skipping IUI and going straight to IVF. I was a little uncomfortable with her suggesting that so soon or what I perceive to be soon! I have an appointment with a new RE this Tuesday morn. Wish me luck that I find a positive doctor that I connect with!
I am also sorry for your loss. I wish you luck in your journey!
Today I visited a new RE I liked her, but still not the warm fuzzy type. Maybe re doctors aren't that way. Anyway she suggests the IUI with Clomid. I think I will give clomid a try two more times then go with IUI.
I am feeling scared but hopeful at the same time.
I hope that you find a doctor that works with you. I've had some bad experiences with doctors, too. You need someone supportive during this battle, because it's a tough one, and sometimes a long one.
What has your experience with clomid been like? I'm a little nervous to try it.