Embryo Quality
If its not one thing, its another. I had a consult with my dr after a failed IVF and he discussed that my embryo quality was fair. This surprised him, because through the testing all was normal and they got 13 eggs, out of the 13, 9 fertilized and 8 matured. The problem was by day 4 they only developed 7-9 cells and were a day behind, so they transferred a day earlier, thinking that the others would catch up, but they didn't. The two they transferred didn't attach and the rest did not make it to be frozen. The problem was they didn't make it to the final stage (blastocyst stage). SO he said that he doesn't know if it is me or hubby, but that it could be both. Anyway, he gave me some supplements and diet changes and said that they were going to "stim me harder" and "more aggressively". I developed hyperstimulation the last cycle and they also stated they were going to give me medication to prevent that by 80%. I am just feeling hopeful, but a bit down because of the news I received. First it was my tubes, then it was sperm morphology, low count, and low mobility, now its possibly my embryo's. I just don't know. I am really trying to stay positive, but I feel like I can have good days and bad. I guess the hardest part is wanting answers and not getting them, not that's its anyone fault, because some is unknown, but it is still upsetting.
The other thing that is a bit discouraging is that he asked if I had sisters (which I don't) or if my mother had any issues getting pregnant. Its sucks because she passed away four years ago and I had wished that I asked her certain questions! Now, unfortunately. I will never know. Praying for the best and a little baby (to my mother mostly), and hoping for the continuous support from this cite. IVF here we go again.
The other thing that is a bit discouraging is that he asked if I had sisters (which I don't) or if my mother had any issues getting pregnant. Its sucks because she passed away four years ago and I had wished that I asked her certain questions! Now, unfortunately. I will never know. Praying for the best and a little baby (to my mother mostly), and hoping for the continuous support from this cite. IVF here we go again.
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It seems like you have gotten some answers (even though there are undoubtedly lingering questions that remain). This is a good thing! Your doc has a plan, and you have the will. Sounds like you can move forward with some degree of confidence! We are all rooting for you!!! Hugs...
I\'m glad that you got some answers. That was the hardest part of my time ttc not knowing why we weren\'t conceiving. I\'m rooting for you. Fingers crossed that this new plan works.
I\'m sorry to hear that, it is a very trying journey indeed. The good news is you are moving forward with another cycle and are able to actually do that (some people aren\'t that fortunate). This time around, be proactive. Change your lifestyle completely. Diet, exercise, supplements. I\'ve seen the difference first hand: first cycle I got 8 eggs, second cycle I got 20! And much better quality as well. When you\'re ready, let me know and I will give you my regimen. Also, don\'t be afraid of overstiming. That was my biggest fear this cycle and I\'m proud to say I did not overstim! My doctor triggered me differently this time and I was very agressive with my diet.
The only way to get through failed cycles is to focus on the next cycle. And to be proactive so you know you\'re doing something differently and so you will get different results.
Yes I am thankful to have another cycle and it looks like I will be starting this month with stims. I started taking CoQ10 yesterday, fish oil, and trying to add in more fiber. I would love to have your regimen.
Thanks for the positive words! I am thankful I got some answers !
Glad you have a plan in place but I\'m sorry about more bad news. Today is a new day and here comes your news cycle! Leave the old behind and give it all you got! It will all be worth it one day!
I\'m sorry for the news. Seems as if the emotional roller coaster is never ending in IF. The important thing is that there IS a next step/plan. Try your best to keep as positive if you can, and if you cant that\'s ok. These girls on DS have kept me sane and I don\'t know what I would do without them. Hang in there. We are all here to support you and root you on. Hugs!!