@FatPony , @cmm012 , @annebenton22 , thanks for your kind responses and feedback. Sorry I'm just now back on the board to respond! DH has had a rough recovery from his epididyml so I've been taking care of him.
I did wind up seeing our doctor the next morning and it was decided that I most likely had a migraine, or the beginnings of one, probably from stimming for 15 frickin' days and living in a place where the heat index has not been below 110 since Sunday. At any rate, feeling much better now, but I was very panicked that night!
ER results...Out of 12 eggs, 4 were fertilized, and 2 survived ICSI...and we now have 1 little 4AA embryo that was frozen today. Mixed emotions for me, as obviously we would love to have had more than 1, but pretty happy about the one we do have looking so good (and as I repeatedly remind myself, it only takes 1... ).
I guess if the transfer doesn't go well in July, we will do another cycle in September. Hopefully between now and then they can figure out why I responded so poorly to my protocol.
Reading everyone's stories, their hope, and the positivity (in good news and in bad) has I think helped to keep ME positive the last couple weeks. Y'all are some strong, resilient women! Grateful I stumbled across this board.
I have a hard time sometimes keeping up since I work 10 hour days in the summer. Is there an app for this forum I could access on my phone? I hate dropping out of the loop for days at a time.
Me: 32 Husband: 49 Married since 2011 Me: unexplained infertility (and strong family history of such) Husband: Vasectomy in 1995, not worth reversing because of MY issues IVF #1: Gonal-F protocol (15 days); ER on 6/12; 1 4AA frostie preserved on 6/17; transfer date TBD in July Tracking my IVF journey on Instagram @Linz0528. Find me if you want!
@KirstenCas, I'm in a similar boat. I've had my second IVF cancelled, both converted to IUIs. This makes IUI #9 for me, so it's old hat.
My RE has me pee on a stick after my two week wait, but some clinics have you come in for a beta. I think my RE likes to help me save money.
Since you ovulate with an IUI (but not IVF), you don't have to do progesterone, but my doctor puts me on a low dose to help.
It feels like a slightly more intense pap smear. A little pinchy at your cervix, but otherwise not painful.
Be prepared for the fact that IVFs converted to IUIs don't have incredibly high success rates. I am trying to be practical about mine. Of course, I'm also still hopeful. I'll be hopeful for yours, too.
Me- 39 (turning 40 in April), TTC for the first time ever (since Jan 2015), low ovarian reserve
Married 3/14/14 to my wonderful wife, but her sperm count is rather low
TTC with frozen donor sperm and science
7 IUIs, 7 BFNs. 2 IVF attempts, both cancelled and converted to IUI, both BFNs. Decided that my tired old ovaries are ready to retire. Next step- reciprocal IVF, using my wife's eggs, my uterus! fresh 5 day transfer (2 embryos) 4/17/17- BFP! Identical twins "due" 1/2/17 (but anticipated arrival sometime December)
@OCfortythree, I started my Lupron injections on Wednesday too! Are they giving you the craziest dreams? Mine are nuts and have happened every night since Wednesday. When are you scheduled to start stims?
Hi all! I'm finally jumping into this group and wanted to introduce myself. A little back story on DH and I, we got married in January 2012 and have been TTC since January 2014. Found out we have severe MFI in May 2015 and were set to do IVF with ICSI this past April. My first IVF was cancelled in Late March due to poor response and I'm back at it in July with fresh transfer set for early August. All tests have always come back normal so my poor response to stims was devastating and unexpected for us as well as my RE. My WTF appointement created even more questions because he admit there was no reason I should have responded so poorly. Ugh! We have upped my Gonal F considerably and are hoping the second time will bring better results. My RE only does IVF quarterly to give your body a chance to rest but this wait has felt eternal! I'm excited to get this show on the road. I have been keeping up with most of you ladies here and am loving so many of the positive egg retrieval results! Good luck to those with betas scheduled for the next few days!
Welcome newbies @junebuggy2004 and @TaylorMichel to our group!! You've both been added to our spreadsheet and will be included in the next update
@BlueEyedDreamer I am so terribly sorry for this news Ugh, please take care of yourself right now. I apologize if you've already mentioned this in previous posts, but did you do PGS testing on your embryos? How discouraging to have 2 failed FETs now *hugs* to you!
Congrats to those who have had successful ERs and transfers!!!
This is going to be an exciting day as we have THREE beta testers today!!! FX for you all @sleepyrn, @emgem819, and @chicandbubbly!!! I'm going to wait until your results come in before posting an updated spreadsheet. I hope we get 3 BFPs to add to our group today!!! I have EVERYTHING crossed for you ladies!
Good luck on your transfer today @annebenton22!! Stick embaby stick!!!
***BFP & Child Warning***
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014 IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17 FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
Me & DH - 41, DH has a cyst blocking his tubes, I'm just old. IVF #1 scheduled May 2016 - 375/525 follistim, 75 menopur - cancelled cycle Day 6 IVF #2 scheduled July 2016 - new protocol, switcharoo...IUI June 2016 - BFN IVF#3 scheduled August 2016 - estrogen & testosterone primed for 3 wks - ganirelix 7 days leading up to stim - 500 follistim, 75 menopur, 150 clomid , no follicle growth on day 6, stopped injectibles. Scanned day 9 just to check, some growth, 3 days 200 mg clomid, day 12 more growth, 100 follistim, 75 menopur, start ganirelix on day 13, ER = 0 eggs, ovulated to soon ( ) IVF#4 scheduled Sept 2016 - Microdose Flare protocol, cancelled stim day 6 converted to IUI (one dominant follicle) IUI cancelled ovulated too soon again. Taking a mental health break. IVF#5 December 2016 - New protocol, same results. My adventure is over.
Blood test done. Waiting for results. The lady who drew me at the RE office said she's seen people get BFNs on day 9 and positive betas, so not to give up until she calls me. So I'm trying. DH had to drive me because I cried the whole way there. Can't wait to see everyone's results and good luck to those who are transferring today.
me:41 dh:42 me:PCOS, blocked left fallopian tube, hyperprolactinemia (dh's swimmers are perfect/normal) Tried 3 rounds of clomid with Ovidrel trigger (BFNs) May/June 2016 IVF 6/1 ER 7 eggs retrieved, 7 fertilized via ICSI 6 embryos made it to blasts. 6/6 2 AA embryos transfered, 4 BBs frozen Beta 6/18 -- BFN FET #1 August 22 BFN Dec 2016/Jan 2017 Round 2 was a bust. 6 eggs, Only 1 embryo made it, no transfer FET #2 cancelled 10/17 due to uterine polyps. Postponed until 9/2018 due to hip replacement.
FET #3 9/11/18 Uterine scratch and antihistamine protocol/lovenox done this time. 2 AA hatching blasts put in. BFP 9/20/18!!
@BlueEyedDreamer I'm so sorry for your results, sending hugs your way.
Fx and Gl to all who had their beta today!
Question for all the ladies prepping for their Er, is anyone else not on lupron? I have my suppression check on Wed and then I'll be starting stims on Thursday but no Lupron before then. Anyone else skip this?
@TaylorMichel welcome! DH and I were also diagnosed with MFI. Around the same time as you too (April 2015) and we are finally on our first try at ivf. That is devastating that you did not respond to stims when everything looked good on your end. I hadn't even considered that there may be a problem because all of my tests came back clear as well. FX For you this time around!! Keep us posted!!
To everyone with betas today - I am thinking of you all and hoping for the best results!!! Time must tick soooo slowly waiting for that call...
@ale9687 I've come to realize everyone has different protocols. I too have never been on Lupron! I was on BCPs for 15 days then I started day 1 of stims with menopur and Gonal F. On day 7 I added Cetrotide.
I am on day 10 of stims today with trigger most likely tomorrow night and retrieval Tuesday.
@TaylorMichel If you don't mind me asking - what meds and doses were you on the first time around? I know you said they have increased your Gonal F dose.
I'm out. It was negative. Waiting for af to start a frozen cycle.
me:41 dh:42 me:PCOS, blocked left fallopian tube, hyperprolactinemia (dh's swimmers are perfect/normal) Tried 3 rounds of clomid with Ovidrel trigger (BFNs) May/June 2016 IVF 6/1 ER 7 eggs retrieved, 7 fertilized via ICSI 6 embryos made it to blasts. 6/6 2 AA embryos transfered, 4 BBs frozen Beta 6/18 -- BFN FET #1 August 22 BFN Dec 2016/Jan 2017 Round 2 was a bust. 6 eggs, Only 1 embryo made it, no transfer FET #2 cancelled 10/17 due to uterine polyps. Postponed until 9/2018 due to hip replacement.
FET #3 9/11/18 Uterine scratch and antihistamine protocol/lovenox done this time. 2 AA hatching blasts put in. BFP 9/20/18!!
@TaylorMichel -- I sympathize! I also had a very poor response to the Gonal-F protocol for apparently no reason whatsoever. I was almost canceled on Day 5, but showed enough progress by Day 7 to continue...but only resulted in one embryo. I am hoping that I will fall into the 'one is enough' category, but am fully mentally prepared to have to do this again. I'm interested to see how my doctor will change his approach if we have a second cycle.
I bet that your second attempt will be successful, because they know a lot more about you than they did previously and how you will respond! Even a canceled cycle is still somewhat a success in that way, even though it is disappointing. Hang in there dear!
@ale9687 -- Lupron wasn't a part of my protocol either.
Me: 32 Husband: 49 Married since 2011 Me: unexplained infertility (and strong family history of such) Husband: Vasectomy in 1995, not worth reversing because of MY issues IVF #1: Gonal-F protocol (15 days); ER on 6/12; 1 4AA frostie preserved on 6/17; transfer date TBD in July Tracking my IVF journey on Instagram @Linz0528. Find me if you want!
So sorry @sleepyrn I'm thinking I might be in the same boat. Haven't gotten the call yet but did beta this morning. Hope you can take time for yourself today...the suishi and wine sounds excellent so enjoy it. Sending hugs to you.
Married to DH since 8/15
TTC since 5/15
PCOS, 35+, diagnosed with pre-diabetes TI for 4 cycles: 1 round of femara; 2 rounds femara/ injectables: all ended in BFN. 3 IUI Cycles: letrozole/Follistim with HCG Trigger,all resulted in BFN. FET #1: Baseline appt 4/28/16, Gonal-F/Menopur stims, Centrotide 5/4/16, ER 5/11/16; 6/8/16 ET, BFN FET #2: Baseline appt 6/22/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 7/12/16 ET, 1st beta 7/21/16: 83 BFP, 2nd beta 7/23/16: 315. 1st U/S: 8/4/16 empty sac. 2nd U/S: 8/10/16 yolk sac appeared, everything stopped growing. Office D&C: 8/11/16, MC. FET #3: Baseline appt 12/28/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 1/17/17 ET, 1st beta 1/27/17: 146 BFP, 2nd beta 1/29/17: 336, 1st U/S: 2/16/17, 2 healthy twin babies measuring 7w0d. EDD: 10/5/17
I had my ultrasound and bloodwork this AM. Tonight will be day 5 of stims. Ultrasound showed 3 follies on the left (always my dominant) and a few little ones growing on the right. They upped me to 375 Gonal-F, stayed at 20 low dose HCG and added in cetrocide. Ultrasound again on Tuesday to monitor growth.
For those who have done this before how far into stims will you have an idea of how much you will eventually retrieve? I was kind of surprised I only had 3 measurable, but really have no basis for expectations.
So sorry to hear @sleepyrn I have heard so many success stories with failed transfers and then success with a FET. FX for you! @kfras don't think too much into it! I think I was a bit of an anomaly reacting the way I did. The nurse also over prescribed BC, she had me go on it in January when I didn't start my Lupron until mid March. First time around I was on 150 iu Gonal F. This time I'm on 450iu which I know is extreme but my doctor is seeing me earlier than normal to see if my ovaries have "woken up" so it's possible he may decrease the dose. Good luck with your trigger and retrieval!!! @LinZ528 good luck with your transfer! One is absolutely all you need! I was cancelled on day 5 and while I was crushed at the time I'm grateful my RE really seemed to have our success in his mind and for that, I'm grateful. Be positive for your little embie, I want to celebrate your positive beta!!
@sleepyrn im sorry for the bad news...maybe we will be both on the same track with FET and get BFPs i know its probably too soon to be positive about the future but have a drink tonight b/c you can
Well im officially out too. Got a call from nurse just now: negative on beta. Was trying to keep hope alive but at least Dh and I were able to grieve a little Thursday when we did the FRER and we were expecting the news today. Currently im at the pool trying to enjoy the nice weather but still feeling sad. Dh and i will go have a drink tonight and some seafood and we can hopefully talk about next steps. Trying to get in to see my RE early next week to talk about what went wrong. Thanks everyone for all your positive thoughts and kind words--I am so thankful for all of you!
Married to DH since 8/15
TTC since 5/15
PCOS, 35+, diagnosed with pre-diabetes TI for 4 cycles: 1 round of femara; 2 rounds femara/ injectables: all ended in BFN. 3 IUI Cycles: letrozole/Follistim with HCG Trigger,all resulted in BFN. FET #1: Baseline appt 4/28/16, Gonal-F/Menopur stims, Centrotide 5/4/16, ER 5/11/16; 6/8/16 ET, BFN FET #2: Baseline appt 6/22/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 7/12/16 ET, 1st beta 7/21/16: 83 BFP, 2nd beta 7/23/16: 315. 1st U/S: 8/4/16 empty sac. 2nd U/S: 8/10/16 yolk sac appeared, everything stopped growing. Office D&C: 8/11/16, MC. FET #3: Baseline appt 12/28/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 1/17/17 ET, 1st beta 1/27/17: 146 BFP, 2nd beta 1/29/17: 336, 1st U/S: 2/16/17, 2 healthy twin babies measuring 7w0d. EDD: 10/5/17
AFM, I had my IVF nursing class on Thursday. My period was acting like it really wanted to start, even though I was on birth control pills. They said I could go ahead and get started since I had been on birth control pills for a little over two weeks. So, I took my last pill Thursday night and will begin stims Monday night! When I was there on Thursday they went ahead and did my saline ultrasound and baseline. They found a polyp during the saline ultrasound and the Dr hopes he can remove it while I'm under for the egg retrieval. I'm excited to get started!
Me (36) DH (39) 3 early m/c before pursuing fertility treatments Diagnosis: Unexplained
No no no I'm so sorry @emgem819 Today is a sad day. I'm grieving for both you and @sleepyrn today. Please keep us posted on your follow up appointments.
Waiting on pins and needles over here @chicandbubbly, I hope you can turn this day around for our group!!
***BFP & Child Warning***
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014 IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17 FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
@AugustAng Yay for starting stims soon!!! So excited for you, and glad that your polyp removal should be a quick fix! We have our nursing class on the 28th How long was your class? Guessing that ours will be the exact same one as yours and I'm trying to figure out when I can get my butt into work that day!
***BFP & Child Warning***
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014 IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17 FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
My heart breaks for you ladies that got bad news today. Don't lose hope. *Hugs* to you both.
*Trigger warning*
My beta was 240 today so I am officially pregnant!!! I can't believe it. Praying it will continue rising. I am in such shock. Thanks ladies for your support, I seriously couldn't have gotten through IVF without you all. ❤️
Me: 28, DH: 30 Married July 2014 DX: Severe MFI- 3 failed IUI's, IVF #1 Egg retrieval June 4th 2016, 5 day transfer- BFP Baby Boy! EDD 2/25/2017. Our sweet miracle Carter Bennett arrived 2/12/2017 6 lbs, 2 oz 19 inches. Surprise BFP!!! Baby Girl due 10/1/2018.
OMG YAY @chicandbubbly!!!! CONGRATS to you!! This completely made my day. Not sure what I would have done if you were also a negative. HH9M and now my hope has returned FX for a doubled beta on Monday!!!
***BFP & Child Warning***
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014 IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17 FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
Thank you everyone for the kind words. I have an appointment with the RE on the 28th, but if AF shows up before then we are going to go ahead and start the FET cycle. Now I'm hoping AF comes like tomorrow. But I know it will be later this week most likely. Went out for sushi with DH and a few of our friends. Currently sipping on a mixed drink DH made with rum we brought back from our last cruise. Going to relax tonight because I have to put on a happy face tomorrow when we host his family for father's day. (they don't know about the ivf)
I'll be reading up on everyone, and join whatever group is appropriate for my FET. Baby dust to us all!
me:41 dh:42 me:PCOS, blocked left fallopian tube, hyperprolactinemia (dh's swimmers are perfect/normal) Tried 3 rounds of clomid with Ovidrel trigger (BFNs) May/June 2016 IVF 6/1 ER 7 eggs retrieved, 7 fertilized via ICSI 6 embryos made it to blasts. 6/6 2 AA embryos transfered, 4 BBs frozen Beta 6/18 -- BFN FET #1 August 22 BFN Dec 2016/Jan 2017 Round 2 was a bust. 6 eggs, Only 1 embryo made it, no transfer FET #2 cancelled 10/17 due to uterine polyps. Postponed until 9/2018 due to hip replacement.
FET #3 9/11/18 Uterine scratch and antihistamine protocol/lovenox done this time. 2 AA hatching blasts put in. BFP 9/20/18!!
@wifeinraleigh28 The class took a little longer than I thought, but we also unexpectedly threw in the saline ultrasound and E2 blood work. When they called to remind me of the class, they asked that we get there 15 minutes early to meet with Finance and hand over the funds. By the time we left, it had been almost two hours. There is a ton of paperwork for you and DH to sign/initial. I wonder if you could ask if they could email you most of that beforehand? We sort of rushed through a lot of the paperwork and hoped we weren't signing something ridiculous. Part of the paperwork I didn't think about beforehand, is asking what you would do with the extra embryos if one or both of you died, if you get divorced, etc. We went over all the medications, very overwhelming to remember everything, so I'll be youtubing how to mix the Menopur. haha I also didn't realize I'd have to do a separate FET class, so she didn't cover PIO or any of those medications. Hope that helps, feel free to ask any more questions!!
Me (36) DH (39) 3 early m/c before pursuing fertility treatments Diagnosis: Unexplained
I wasn't on Menopur so I didn't watch that one, but it looks like you can select how you're mixing it to customize what you need to watch -- maybe it will show you how to mix it too
Me: 32 Husband: 49 Married since 2011 Me: unexplained infertility (and strong family history of such) Husband: Vasectomy in 1995, not worth reversing because of MY issues IVF #1: Gonal-F protocol (15 days); ER on 6/12; 1 4AA frostie preserved on 6/17; transfer date TBD in July Tracking my IVF journey on Instagram @Linz0528. Find me if you want!
@wifeinraleigh28 and @AugustAng What is nursing class? Is it for doing the injects? My clinic has been so blasé about that stuff, while I keep reading other places having people attend classes etc. I've basically learned everything from videos on their website and YouTube!
@BornReady My nursing class consisted of filling out all the legal paperwork, going over all the medications I would be using, instructions on how to use the injections, mix them, etc. We also went over my dosages of the medications and a general idea of the timeline until egg retrieval. It was basically a detailed information session. @wifeinraleigh28 and I go to the same clinic so I'm not sure how common they are!
Me (36) DH (39) 3 early m/c before pursuing fertility treatments Diagnosis: Unexplained
@augustang That makes sense, we had a similar nurse meeting after meeting with our RE for our IVF consult. I was thinking it was some sort of class with other people...like going to school.
@BlueEyedDreamer@sleepyrn and @emgem819 I'm so sad for you!! I had a bfn last IVF cycle and I know how devastating it is. Go out and get a couple drinks and pamper yourself. Baby dust for your next rounds!!!
AFM - I think my app is a little glitchy. I've posted a couple times in the last few days but I'm not sure if anyone has been able to see them. Can you see this post? Anyways, I got the green light to start my injections (repeating from previous post). Lupron tonight! Gonal F on Wednesday!! I was wanting to ask about the side effect ya'll have experienced on Lupron (again, sorry if this is a repetition!). Sounds like Lupron is a tough one! Last cycle I only had a mild headache with the stims and Tylenol helped. Should I expect a more adverse reaction to the Lupron? However... It hasn't been delivered yet!!! I'm kinda freaking out! I got an email from fed ex last week say a package was on its way. That package came yesterday but it only had the trigger shot and the patch. No Lupron!! I'm supposed to start it tonight and I'm worried it won't come today! And of course the pharmacy is closed today so there's no one to call. What should I do??? Ahhhhhhh!!!!!
@sleeprn and @emgem819 I'm so sorry about betas, and I'm wishing you guys the best of luck for your next cycle.
@chicandbubbly That is a great beta! Congrats to you, friend!
AFM, this c/p has hit me pretty hard. I want to thank all you ladies for the thoughts, prayers, and hugs - it really means a lot. I talked with my RE Friday afternoon, and she still seems hopeful about our chances with our 4 remaining frozen embryos. She said that a c/p like this is usually caused by something genetic and that we didn't do anything wrong at all - just bad luck. We had not done any genetic testing b/c I was 32 when the eggs were harvested and there was no other reason to test. So we are re-grouping to possibly do FET #3 in mid- to late-August.
For now, I think it's best for me to take a break from the board and grieve my loss. Thanks again for all of the comfort during this hard time. I am wishing all of you ladies the best with your upcoming treatments and betas.
*** Trigger Warnings ***
TTC #1 since March 2011
Dx = Unexplained IF 1 medicated TI cycle & 4 clomid IUIs = all BFNs
June 2013 IVF #1 = 6 frosties + BFP! DS1 born 2/14
TTC #2 since December 2014 May 2015 unassisted BFP ended in m/c at 7wks April 2016 FET #1 = BFN June 2016 FET #2 = c/p August 2016 FET #3 = BFP! DS2 born 4/17
@BornReady I haven't attended the IVF class yet at my clinic but I did attend a follistim class before my first IUI and it was with other people. The classes are small... like maybe 2 or 3 couples, but you are there with other people which actually makes me kind of uncomfortable. But that's how they do it at my clinic.
@BlueEyedDreamer I completely understand your need to take a break and grieve your loss. This stuff is so unbelievably tough. Our FET will also be in August so I look forward to connecting with you again if you decide to return when it gets closer. *hugs*
***BFP & Child Warning***
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014 IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17 FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
Re: June/July IVF or FET
I did wind up seeing our doctor the next morning and it was decided that I most likely had a migraine, or the beginnings of one, probably from stimming for 15 frickin' days and living in a place where the heat index has not been below 110 since Sunday. At any rate, feeling much better now, but I was very panicked that night!
ER results...Out of 12 eggs, 4 were fertilized, and 2 survived ICSI...and we now have 1 little 4AA embryo that was frozen today. Mixed emotions for me, as obviously we would love to have had more than 1, but pretty happy about the one we do have looking so good (and as I repeatedly remind myself, it only takes 1...
I guess if the transfer doesn't go well in July, we will do another cycle in September. Hopefully between now and then they can figure out why I responded so poorly to my protocol.
Reading everyone's stories, their hope, and the positivity (in good news and in bad) has I think helped to keep ME positive the last couple weeks. Y'all are some strong, resilient women! Grateful I stumbled across this board.
I have a hard time sometimes keeping up since I work 10 hour days in the summer. Is there an app for this forum I could access on my phone? I hate dropping out of the loop for days at a time.
Married since 2011
Me: unexplained infertility (and strong family history of such)
Husband: Vasectomy in 1995, not worth reversing because of MY issues
IVF #1: Gonal-F protocol (15 days); ER on 6/12; 1 4AA frostie preserved on 6/17; transfer date TBD in July
Tracking my IVF journey on Instagram @Linz0528. Find me if you want!
My RE has me pee on a stick after my two week wait, but some clinics have you come in for a beta. I think my RE likes to help me save money.
Since you ovulate with an IUI (but not IVF), you don't have to do progesterone, but my doctor puts me on a low dose to help.
It feels like a slightly more intense pap smear. A little pinchy at your cervix, but otherwise not painful.
Be prepared for the fact that IVFs converted to IUIs don't have incredibly high success rates. I am trying to be practical about mine. Of course, I'm also still hopeful. I'll be hopeful for yours, too.
7 IUIs, 7 BFNs.
2 IVF attempts, both cancelled and converted to IUI, both BFNs.
Decided that my tired old ovaries are ready to retire.
Next step- reciprocal IVF, using my wife's eggs, my uterus!
fresh 5 day transfer (2 embryos) 4/17/17- BFP!
Identical twins "due" 1/2/17 (but anticipated arrival sometime December)
@BlueEyedDreamer I am so terribly sorry for this news
Congrats to those who have had successful ERs and transfers!!!
This is going to be an exciting day as we have THREE beta testers today!!! FX for you all @sleepyrn, @emgem819, and @chicandbubbly!!! I'm going to wait until your results come in before posting an updated spreadsheet. I hope we get 3 BFPs to add to our group today!!! I have EVERYTHING crossed for you ladies!
Good luck on your transfer today @annebenton22!! Stick embaby stick!!!
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
fx for my beta testers!
IVF #1 scheduled May 2016 - 375/525 follistim, 75 menopur - cancelled cycle Day 6
IVF #2 scheduled July 2016 - new protocol, switcharoo...IUI June 2016 - BFN
IVF#3 scheduled August 2016 - estrogen & testosterone primed for 3 wks - ganirelix 7 days leading up to stim - 500 follistim, 75 menopur, 150 clomid , no follicle growth on day 6, stopped injectibles. Scanned day 9 just to check, some growth, 3 days 200 mg clomid, day 12 more growth, 100 follistim, 75 menopur, start ganirelix on day 13, ER = 0 eggs, ovulated to soon (
IVF#4 scheduled Sept 2016 - Microdose Flare protocol, cancelled stim day 6 converted to IUI (one dominant follicle)
IVF#5 December 2016 - New protocol, same results. My adventure is over.
me:41 dh:42
me:PCOS, blocked left fallopian tube, hyperprolactinemia (dh's swimmers are perfect/normal)
Tried 3 rounds of clomid with Ovidrel trigger (BFNs)
May/June 2016 IVF 6/1 ER 7 eggs retrieved, 7 fertilized via ICSI 6 embryos made it to blasts.
6/6 2 AA embryos transfered, 4 BBs frozen
Beta 6/18 -- BFN
FET #1 August 22 BFN
Dec 2016/Jan 2017 Round 2 was a bust. 6 eggs, Only 1 embryo made it, no transfer
FET #2 cancelled 10/17 due to uterine polyps. Postponed until 9/2018 due to hip replacement.
FET #3 9/11/18 Uterine scratch and antihistamine protocol/lovenox done this time. 2 AA hatching blasts put in. BFP 9/20/18!!
Fx and Gl to all who had their beta today!
Question for all the ladies prepping for their Er, is anyone else not on lupron? I have my suppression check on Wed and then I'll be starting stims on Thursday but no Lupron before then. Anyone else skip this?
To everyone with betas today - I am thinking of you all and hoping for the best results!!! Time must tick soooo slowly waiting for that call...
@ale9687 I've come to realize everyone has different protocols. I too have never been on Lupron! I was on BCPs for 15 days then I started day 1 of stims with menopur and Gonal F. On day 7 I added Cetrotide.
I am on day 10 of stims today with trigger most likely tomorrow night and retrieval Tuesday.
@BlueEyedDreamer I'm very sorry to see your update. I'm thinking about you and sending hugs to you.
Married Jan. 2014
Me:36 DH: 39
TTC since August 2014, Mild PCOS + uterine fibroids
Myomectomy June 2015- 18 fibroids removed
IVF #1, May 2016 = 32 eggs retrieved, 12 fertilized, 7 frozen, 3 PGS normal
FET#2, July 2016 = one embryo transferred
TRIGGER
BFP! Beta = 617
Due date = 4/9/17
Delivery date = 3/20/17
@TaylorMichel If you don't mind me asking - what meds and doses were you on the first time around? I know you said they have increased your Gonal F dose.
me:41 dh:42
me:PCOS, blocked left fallopian tube, hyperprolactinemia (dh's swimmers are perfect/normal)
Tried 3 rounds of clomid with Ovidrel trigger (BFNs)
May/June 2016 IVF 6/1 ER 7 eggs retrieved, 7 fertilized via ICSI 6 embryos made it to blasts.
6/6 2 AA embryos transfered, 4 BBs frozen
Beta 6/18 -- BFN
FET #1 August 22 BFN
Dec 2016/Jan 2017 Round 2 was a bust. 6 eggs, Only 1 embryo made it, no transfer
FET #2 cancelled 10/17 due to uterine polyps. Postponed until 9/2018 due to hip replacement.
FET #3 9/11/18 Uterine scratch and antihistamine protocol/lovenox done this time. 2 AA hatching blasts put in. BFP 9/20/18!!
Me - 28, Lean PCOS
DH - 31
Married June 2010, TTC since March 2014
Blog: ourbinarystar.com
FET cycle #3 Transfer July 28th 2016, Triplets born healthy on February 26th 2017 at 33w1d!
Married Jan. 2014
Me:36 DH: 39
TTC since August 2014, Mild PCOS + uterine fibroids
Myomectomy June 2015- 18 fibroids removed
IVF #1, May 2016 = 32 eggs retrieved, 12 fertilized, 7 frozen, 3 PGS normal
FET#2, July 2016 = one embryo transferred
TRIGGER
BFP! Beta = 617
Due date = 4/9/17
Delivery date = 3/20/17
I bet that your second attempt will be successful, because they know a lot more about you than they did previously and how you will respond! Even a canceled cycle is still somewhat a success in that way, even though it is disappointing. Hang in there dear!
@ale9687 -- Lupron wasn't a part of my protocol either.
Married since 2011
Me: unexplained infertility (and strong family history of such)
Husband: Vasectomy in 1995, not worth reversing because of MY issues
IVF #1: Gonal-F protocol (15 days); ER on 6/12; 1 4AA frostie preserved on 6/17; transfer date TBD in July
Tracking my IVF journey on Instagram @Linz0528. Find me if you want!
TI for 4 cycles: 1 round of femara; 2 rounds femara/ injectables: all ended in BFN.
3 IUI Cycles: letrozole/Follistim with HCG Trigger,all resulted in BFN.
FET #1: Baseline appt 4/28/16, Gonal-F/Menopur stims, Centrotide 5/4/16, ER 5/11/16; 6/8/16 ET, BFN
FET #2: Baseline appt 6/22/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 7/12/16 ET, 1st beta 7/21/16: 83 BFP, 2nd beta 7/23/16: 315. 1st U/S: 8/4/16 empty sac. 2nd U/S: 8/10/16 yolk sac appeared, everything stopped growing. Office D&C: 8/11/16, MC.
FET #3: Baseline appt 12/28/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 1/17/17 ET, 1st beta 1/27/17: 146 BFP, 2nd beta 1/29/17: 336, 1st U/S: 2/16/17, 2 healthy twin babies measuring 7w0d. EDD: 10/5/17
I had my ultrasound and bloodwork this AM. Tonight will be day 5 of stims. Ultrasound showed 3 follies on the left (always my dominant) and a few little ones growing on the right. They upped me to 375 Gonal-F, stayed at 20 low dose HCG and added in cetrocide. Ultrasound again on Tuesday to monitor growth.
For those who have done this before how far into stims will you have an idea of how much you will eventually retrieve? I was kind of surprised I only had 3 measurable, but really have no basis for expectations.
@kfras don't think too much into it! I think I was a bit of an anomaly reacting the way I did. The nurse also over prescribed BC, she had me go on it in January when I didn't start my Lupron until mid March. First time around I was on 150 iu Gonal F. This time I'm on 450iu which I know is extreme but my doctor is seeing me earlier than normal to see if my ovaries have "woken up" so it's possible he may decrease the dose. Good luck with your trigger and retrieval!!!
@LinZ528 good luck with your transfer! One is absolutely all you need! I was cancelled on day 5 and while I was crushed at the time I'm grateful my RE really seemed to have our success in his mind and for that, I'm grateful. Be positive for your little embie, I want to celebrate your positive beta!!
So far we're only 2 out of 6 on results. I'm praying this starts to turn around for our group!
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
TI for 4 cycles: 1 round of femara; 2 rounds femara/ injectables: all ended in BFN.
3 IUI Cycles: letrozole/Follistim with HCG Trigger,all resulted in BFN.
FET #1: Baseline appt 4/28/16, Gonal-F/Menopur stims, Centrotide 5/4/16, ER 5/11/16; 6/8/16 ET, BFN
FET #2: Baseline appt 6/22/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 7/12/16 ET, 1st beta 7/21/16: 83 BFP, 2nd beta 7/23/16: 315. 1st U/S: 8/4/16 empty sac. 2nd U/S: 8/10/16 yolk sac appeared, everything stopped growing. Office D&C: 8/11/16, MC.
FET #3: Baseline appt 12/28/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 1/17/17 ET, 1st beta 1/27/17: 146 BFP, 2nd beta 1/29/17: 336, 1st U/S: 2/16/17, 2 healthy twin babies measuring 7w0d. EDD: 10/5/17
AFM, I had my IVF nursing class on Thursday. My period was acting like it really wanted to start, even though I was on birth control pills. They said I could go ahead and get started since I had been on birth control pills for a little over two weeks. So, I took my last pill Thursday night and will begin stims Monday night! When I was there on Thursday they went ahead and did my saline ultrasound and baseline. They found a polyp during the saline ultrasound and the Dr hopes he can remove it while I'm under for the egg retrieval. I'm excited to get started!
3 early m/c before pursuing fertility treatments
Diagnosis: Unexplained
IUI #2: Mar 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #3: Apr 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #4: May 2016(Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IVF #2: begin stims mid August
Waiting on pins and needles over here @chicandbubbly, I hope you can turn this day around for our group!!
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
*Trigger warning*
My beta was 240 today so I am officially pregnant!!! I can't believe it. Praying it will continue rising. I am in such shock. Thanks ladies for your support, I seriously couldn't have gotten through IVF without you all. ❤️
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
Do we have beta #2 results @runner76? Hoping you're doing well!!
My heart breaks for the BFNs we've encountered so far
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20
I'll be reading up on everyone, and join whatever group is appropriate for my FET. Baby dust to us all!
Also hugs to @emgem819, and congrats @chicandbubbly So glad 1 of us got our BFP today
me:41 dh:42
me:PCOS, blocked left fallopian tube, hyperprolactinemia (dh's swimmers are perfect/normal)
Tried 3 rounds of clomid with Ovidrel trigger (BFNs)
May/June 2016 IVF 6/1 ER 7 eggs retrieved, 7 fertilized via ICSI 6 embryos made it to blasts.
6/6 2 AA embryos transfered, 4 BBs frozen
Beta 6/18 -- BFN
FET #1 August 22 BFN
Dec 2016/Jan 2017 Round 2 was a bust. 6 eggs, Only 1 embryo made it, no transfer
FET #2 cancelled 10/17 due to uterine polyps. Postponed until 9/2018 due to hip replacement.
FET #3 9/11/18 Uterine scratch and antihistamine protocol/lovenox done this time. 2 AA hatching blasts put in. BFP 9/20/18!!
TI for 4 cycles: 1 round of femara; 2 rounds femara/ injectables: all ended in BFN.
3 IUI Cycles: letrozole/Follistim with HCG Trigger,all resulted in BFN.
FET #1: Baseline appt 4/28/16, Gonal-F/Menopur stims, Centrotide 5/4/16, ER 5/11/16; 6/8/16 ET, BFN
FET #2: Baseline appt 6/22/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 7/12/16 ET, 1st beta 7/21/16: 83 BFP, 2nd beta 7/23/16: 315. 1st U/S: 8/4/16 empty sac. 2nd U/S: 8/10/16 yolk sac appeared, everything stopped growing. Office D&C: 8/11/16, MC.
FET #3: Baseline appt 12/28/16, Estrace/PIO shots: 1/17/17 ET, 1st beta 1/27/17: 146 BFP, 2nd beta 1/29/17: 336, 1st U/S: 2/16/17, 2 healthy twin babies measuring 7w0d. EDD: 10/5/17
@wifeinraleigh28 The class took a little longer than I thought, but we also unexpectedly threw in the saline ultrasound and E2 blood work. When they called to remind me of the class, they asked that we get there 15 minutes early to meet with Finance and hand over the funds. By the time we left, it had been almost two hours. There is a ton of paperwork for you and DH to sign/initial. I wonder if you could ask if they could email you most of that beforehand? We sort of rushed through a lot of the paperwork and hoped we weren't signing something ridiculous.
3 early m/c before pursuing fertility treatments
Diagnosis: Unexplained
IUI #2: Mar 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #3: Apr 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #4: May 2016(Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IVF #2: begin stims mid August
I wasn't on Menopur so I didn't watch that one, but it looks like you can select how you're mixing it to customize what you need to watch -- maybe it will show you how to mix it too
Married since 2011
Me: unexplained infertility (and strong family history of such)
Husband: Vasectomy in 1995, not worth reversing because of MY issues
IVF #1: Gonal-F protocol (15 days); ER on 6/12; 1 4AA frostie preserved on 6/17; transfer date TBD in July
Tracking my IVF journey on Instagram @Linz0528. Find me if you want!
3 early m/c before pursuing fertility treatments
Diagnosis: Unexplained
IUI #2: Mar 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #3: Apr 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #4: May 2016(Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IVF #2: begin stims mid August
3 early m/c before pursuing fertility treatments
Diagnosis: Unexplained
IUI #2: Mar 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #3: Apr 2016 (Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IUI #4: May 2016(Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel) *BFN
IVF #2: begin stims mid August
@chicandbubbly congrats!!! That's so exciting!!!
AFM - I think my app is a little glitchy. I've posted a couple times in the last few days but I'm not sure if anyone has been able to see them. Can you see this post? Anyways, I got the green light to start my injections (repeating from previous post). Lupron tonight! Gonal F on Wednesday!! I was wanting to ask about the side effect ya'll have experienced on Lupron (again, sorry if this is a repetition!). Sounds like Lupron is a tough one! Last cycle I only had a mild headache with the stims and Tylenol helped. Should I expect a more adverse reaction to the Lupron? However... It hasn't been delivered yet!!! I'm kinda freaking out! I got an email from fed ex last week say a package was on its way. That package came yesterday but it only had the trigger shot and the patch. No Lupron!! I'm supposed to start it tonight and I'm worried it won't come today! And of course the pharmacy is closed today so there's no one to call. What should I do??? Ahhhhhhh!!!!!
@chicandbubbly That is a great beta! Congrats to you, friend!
AFM, this c/p has hit me pretty hard. I want to thank all you ladies for the thoughts, prayers, and hugs - it really means a lot. I talked with my RE Friday afternoon, and she still seems hopeful about our chances with our 4 remaining frozen embryos. She said that a c/p like this is usually caused by something genetic and that we didn't do anything wrong at all - just bad luck. We had not done any genetic testing b/c I was 32 when the eggs were harvested and there was no other reason to test. So we are re-grouping to possibly do FET #3 in mid- to late-August.
For now, I think it's best for me to take a break from the board and grieve my loss. Thanks again for all of the comfort during this hard time. I am wishing all of you ladies the best with your upcoming treatments and betas.
TTC #1 since March 2011
1 medicated TI cycle & 4 clomid IUIs = all BFNs
DS1 born 2/14
TTC #2 since December 2014
May 2015 unassisted BFP ended in m/c at 7wks
April 2016 FET #1 = BFN
June 2016 FET #2 = c/p
August 2016 FET #3 = BFP!
DS2 born 4/17
@BlueEyedDreamer I completely understand your need to take a break and grieve your loss. This stuff is so unbelievably tough. Our FET will also be in August so I look forward to connecting with you again if you decide to return when it gets closer. *hugs*
Me: 34, DH: 38 ~ TTC since 2014
IUI #1-3 (Nov 2015, Feb 2016, May 2016) = BFNs
IVF ER (July 2016) = 7 PGS normal embryos
FET #1 (Sept 2016) = BFP! DD born 5/30/17
FET #2 (April 2019) = BFN
FET #3 (July 2019) = BFP! DS born 3/27/20