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 ladies,
This is my first time on DS. I recently finished my first IVF cycle with PGD. I had four embryos but after the PGD it was determined that only one was healthy, a little girl. The waiting has been torture and yesterday we got a BFN. I've been so discouraged.
I have had 6 miscarriages over the past four years and have one beautiful little son who is 2 and half. It seems most likely that I have many eggs with chromosome abnormalities - we knew that was the case for sure with two of the babies.
I will start my second round of IVF in July. Anyone else?
This journey has been so long, and with so much grief. I don't want to do this alone anymore or hide my miscarriages.
I'm so glad there is a place like this online.
This is my first time on DS. I recently finished my first IVF cycle with PGD. I had four embryos but after the PGD it was determined that only one was healthy, a little girl. The waiting has been torture and yesterday we got a BFN. I've been so discouraged.
I have had 6 miscarriages over the past four years and have one beautiful little son who is 2 and half. It seems most likely that I have many eggs with chromosome abnormalities - we knew that was the case for sure with two of the babies.
I will start my second round of IVF in July. Anyone else?
This journey has been so long, and with so much grief. I don't want to do this alone anymore or hide my miscarriages.
I'm so glad there is a place like this online.
GC - congrats on 5 fertilising.. thats great news!
Counting down - I so hope you get a positive.. praying for you.
Laurie - good luck with your test on the 17th / 18th
Erin - Wishing you the best for your cycle
So...on a side note. One of my oldest friends texted me tonight that she was on a vacation in Nashville. While there she had her palms read and the lady told her that a friend of hers who is trying to get pregnant will get pregnant no later than early 2013 and it will be twins (boy & girl).
Ok...so at first I am thinking that is so awesome. I am typically not a believer in this type of thing. I pray to God and know he is in control. But of course this gets my mind racing..."does that mean it won't work this time" or "maybe it will be this time and it will happen as the crazy lady said". This has not helped me one bit...I know my friend had the best intention but crap like this does not help...am I the only one thinking this does more harm than good? Bad enough I drive myself crazy worrying.
Just wondered your thoughts. I am so happy to have place like this to go to...NO ONE understands except you all.
Thank you and always looking forward to your updates!
Counting down - I also tested today and I am just not sure if I am just imagining the line but testing each day helps me. I just look forward to doing it again tomorrow. I have read that the HCG levels aren't supposed to be in my blood steam until Monday.
Laurie - My beta is on Thurs. July 12th.
Babysteps - I know about the pain in your chest and it does take time. Be careful not to get sick again. Sneezing or coughing can set you back in healing.
Karan - Your friend is trying to help. At this point, I try to find any signs of hope. I even saved a fortune cookie paper from a few months ago since I think it is a "sign."
As for me, I am tired. I need to sleep a lot.. This isn't me. I didn't feel like this the last time. Maybe this is a good sign?!?!
I went in for another u/s today and my 1 dominant follicle measured 23mm so they gave me the trigger shot. IUI tomorrow at 8:30am and if the u/s shows I haven't ovulated, we go in again Monday morning for a 2nd IUI. Hoping for the best! :)
JA - I imagine you must be pretty close to the same schedule as me, no?
I suppose that I'll be joining all of you ladies in waiting very soon. Here's to time speeding up a bit for us all in the next couple weeks.
Im new to this site and have enjoyed beyond belief your stories about the journey of Ivf. We have just started our first cycle, i literally still have 9 more days of birthcontrol left and then its ultrasound time, followed by the shots. Im nervous as all get out but we are looking at an August 3rd -Aug 7th egg retrieval. I have never been thru this before so i havent figured out what all the abbrevations mean so bare with me. Is Dh dear husband? I want to wish you all the best of luck. I am so happy to have found this site. Noone explains all the stress like people going thru it. Thank you all and lets stay prayed up
Glad everyone is doing so well.
Counting down, did you POAS (pee on a stick) this morning? I hope the line is darkening up.
Baby- sorry about the rib pain! I hope it gets better soon.
Karen - I hope your friend had an accurate reading, what a cool sign. I was planning to get a reading done today. I love that stuff!
As for me, I've been having belly cramps all week. I know it's probably the meds but I meditate on it and imagine its a good sign. Who knows.... Just have to stay positive.
Happy Sunday ladies!
OMG!!!!!!
I am terrified to move - I can barely breathe. Out of my 5 previous IUIs, I've had 3 chemicals, so dare I believe this one might stick??? OMG is all I can say. I'm so happy and so scared it won't last at the same time! So scared - I want this one to last so much!
Please please please be real - please don't be another chemical!
Karan - I would look t your friends news as a positive sign either way.
Laurie - cramps are a good sign. I'm praying for a big BFP for you!
Nae - welcome!
As for me, my embryos are still alive and looking good! My transfer is tomorrow at 1:45. We are transferring the two strongest and the others will be allowed to grow till day six (today is day three) and then if they are still alive they will be frozen. I'm in shock that we had a few extra. I thought for sure it'd be one or none.
I'm remaining positive and hopeful, but I know it could end in a bfn. IVF is such an up and down roller coaster. I'm thinking about all you guys in your cycles, whether natural, IVF or IUI. It would be great if we had BFP's all around.
((hugs))
Countingdown- that is fantastic news!!!!! When do you do your beta?
Baby- I cant imagine how you feel with that awful rib pain at a time like this.
LaurieNyc-staying positive and praying for you.
I4birds- good luck and prayers your way
Today is my now 15 year olds birthday so despite my need to lay down all day i gotta get up to celebrate. Did everyone have to do a vitamin&aspirin regimen in conjuction with the bcp? I swear the vitamin Q10 is choking me because the pill is so big
GCin - Good luck tomorrow!!! And I hope the remaining two blasts make it to freeze =)
This weekend went by WAY too fast....