So, if this 3rd cycle of IUI and injectables doesn't work (7th IUI total), I'm thinking it'll be my last. That means IVF...And that terrifies me. We've almost saved up enough money for two, but having to choose a clinic is so hard. We could stay with my smaller one that I've been at for a year, but is really expensive. Or we could try this other clinic CNY, which does IVF for like $2,000 cheaper, AND they offer grants which could lower the price even more! I'm just scared about the whole situation. Will it work? Will we be able to pay for all of it? Are we making the right choice by staying at our clinic? Should we try somewhere new? I feel so damn lost. I just want this to work, and for me to have a baby...Why is all of this so hard?
I don't have experience with IVF but many women currently active on the pregnant after IF board do. Maybe try posting there too to get some additional responses. From my time on the bump, I've seen many success stories with IVF.
Married to DH 10/6/12
TTC since 5/14
Unexplained with (controlled) hypothyroidism and suspected ovulatory dysfunction (but, I do ovulate on my own)
Clomid 50 mg 3/15 (unmonitored) - BFN
Clomid 50 mg + metformin 4/15 (unmonitored) - BFN
First RE appt. 5/15; Natural cycle 5/15 monitored with 2 mature follicles and Pregnyl Trigger (full dose) + prometrium - BFN
6/15 HSG - clear tubes & normal uterus; great PCT test results
TI - 100 mg Clomid + prometrium (AM & PM) + vaginal estrace (AM & PM) 6-7/15 (monitored) --> no additional response and thinned lining - BFN
TI - Injectables (follistim + Gonal-F, Ganirelix, & 1/2 dose Pregnyl) + prometrium (AM & PM) 9/15 --> 3-7 mature follicles (3 definites and 4+ that could have matured due to trigger) @ O -->BFN + 5 large cysts
Welcome to IVF @RipleyLV426 it's a crazy journey but I must say it's worth it. After failed timed intercourse and Clomid cycles, my RE suggested we skip IUI all together and go straight to IVF. We were nervous and scared about it but trusted our doctor and decided to move forward. There are lots of meds and lots of needles... but in all honesty, I didn't find that part to be so bad. In late October I had my egg retrieval (can't lie, that was a painful recovery) and early November I had a day 5 fresh embryo transfer... now I'm 11 weeks
Not sure how much you know about the process (I was clueless) so watching these videos helped me tremendously. I think I watched them at least 10 times each. They are IVF class videos given by nurses at Brigham and Womens Hospital.
I know the costs of IVF can be more terrifying than the actual process, but there are lots of payment plan option out there too, especially for the medication. We were really lucky to have our insurance cover the majority of the costs.
Feel free to message me any time if you go through the process, especially during the stimulation meds and retrieval. It's all a crazy science experiment that eventually leads to a little itty bitty baby I wish you so much luck during your journey!
We have MFI and went straight to IVF. I'd pick a clinic that you trust with good stats for your Dx even if they are more expensive. I know the money seems like a big deal but I think you have to give it the best shot you can afford. It's a mentally and physically tough process. We went with an out of state clinic that was way more costly than staying local but my son is a result of our first transfer and worth every extra penny. Follow your instincts. GL
@mechelita44 thank you so much for taking the time to post those videos! That's so thoughtful of you And thanks for the encouragement @Gr8te. I'm so scared to even talk to my doctor about starting the whole process, but I know we can't keep doing IUIs. It's too much, both mentally and physically. There aren't many women who've gone through as many as I've done (at least that's how it feels) and gotten pregnant. I will definitely take you up on the private messaging @mechelita44, cause I know nobody who's gone through IVF! I feel like a freak lol. None of my friends have gone through any kind of treatments...SUCKS!
Re: What's IVF like? Anyone have success? Scared...
Not sure how much you know about the process (I was clueless) so watching these videos helped me tremendously. I think I watched them at least 10 times each. They are IVF class videos given by nurses at Brigham and Womens Hospital.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=y1JeHHFnTg0
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pcii4LDH3uY
I know the costs of IVF can be more terrifying than the actual process, but there are lots of payment plan option out there too, especially for the medication. We were really lucky to have our insurance cover the majority of the costs.
Feel free to message me any time if you go through the process, especially during the stimulation meds and retrieval. It's all a crazy science experiment that eventually leads to a little itty bitty baby I wish you so much luck during your journey!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=y1JeHHFnTg0&feature=youtu.be
TTC: 05/2011 Me: 32, All Clear DH: 38 Dx: MFI Low Testosterone & 1% Morphology
IVF #1 w/ICSI & IMSI, 12/03/12: ER: 27R, 20M, 15F
4 blasts frozen (3BA 4BA 4BB 5BB) b/c of moderate OHSS
FET #1: 02/08/13 Transferred 3BA & 4BA | HPT 5dp5dt BFP!
10dp5dt Beta #1 - 810 | 12dp5dt Beta #2 - 1843
IUI #7 Follistim + Ganirelix + Ovidrel + Prometrium + Baby Aspirin - BFP! PLEASE STICK!!!
1/25 Beta #1: 389, #2: 940! IT'S TWINS!
TEAM DOUBLE PINK!!!!