This is a place for those of us who have already started TTC, but have started infertility testing and/or treatments. You can express your thoughts, feelings, and frustrations on infertility. TTC can be a long journey naturally, then add in the difficulties associated with infertility, and it becomes a whole new ball game. The road to infertility can be lonely, frustrating, and complicated, so let's make this a place where we can vent, ask questions, and support one another. Feel free to resurrect this thread at any point in the week if you have something to say. Treat this as an ongoing conversation.
Diagnosis (if you've been):
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA):
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?):
How are things going?:
Any questions?:
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday?
I hope everyone is having a lovely Labor Day in the U.S. & Canada, and a great Monday in other countries.
Friends, I’ve been so MIA the past month that I don’t even feel right posting “all about me” today. I just wanted to share an interesting article on Intralipids for those of us suffering from RPL:
“On the other hand....there are no immunological studies that can determine if a woman needs immune suppression. The best way to decide is the history; the more the miscarriages without any other identifiable cause the more likely that the passive immunotherapy may be helpful. If intralipid proves as efficacious as IVIg, it will be a lot less expensive [16].”
Things have been hectic but I’ve lurked & love-titted as much as possible. Every time I logged in to try to participate there were already 100+ comments=total overwhelm. BUT there’s been SO MUCH EXCITEMENT in here that I’m praying we see lots of IF graduates soon! Thinking of so many of you & hoping you get on up outta here ASAP!❤️
This thread goes a bit cray, it's true. @keikilove Don't ever feel like you can't just post your Lil heart out, tho! We're here for you!
I'm in a similar camp where it's just hard for me to stay super active here while benched it seems. Just for my own sanity's sake, KWIM? It's all good. ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks lady!❤️ @BusinessWife I know what you mean. I hope you’re not benched too much longer? I’m intending to get back active this week. We will see what Life says, haha.
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): clomid, IUI with trigger
How are things going?: Tomorrow is my last day of clomid, then I go in Thursday for my first scan. Clomid hasn't been bad yet. I am having some headaches, but nothing unmanageable. And I definitely have ovulation pain, but that's also been fine. I'm feeling optimistic, over all.
Any questions?: I asked this in the dailies, but I'm just wondering if I should anticipate more clomid symptoms later in my cycle, or if I'll be in the clear once I take my last dose.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday?
I'm not big on tradition. I like doing new things, like traveling. Or for smaller holidays like today, I usually just treat it like a Saturday and relax/do household chores.
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): TI with progesterone post-O.
How are things going?: I am on my usual TWW rollercoaster. Not feeling very optimistic because the anxiety got to both DH and I during FW. I am on day 3 of progesterone (2nd time around) and it's not bad. I am waiting for the extreme itchiness and hot flashes to kick in, though.
Any questions?: Those of you who get itchy on progesterone, do you/can you use anything to relieve it?
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? This is really tough because as I've gotten older I haven't enjoyed the holidays as much because they can be so stressful and my introverted self gets super anxious at gatherings. I do enjoy midnight mass on Christmas Eve. TBH I enjoy the days after Thanksgiving and Christmas the most. DH and I love to stay in, eat snacks and watch movies.
@keikilove been thinking about you! I hope you're doing well and that work calms down a bit soon.
@shoogapoff I'm so optimistic for you this cycle! And I already mentioned this but I'd be curious if you have super sore boobs after O or not. Although, if you do, here's hoping it's cuz you're KU!
Diagnosis: unexplained
Status: TWW
What are you doing this cycle? Nothing. Next cycle = HSG, next next cycle: Letrozole + IUI
How are things going? Welp. I just had a minor breakdown because of how much our ART is going to cost. I saw our bank account and realized we're going to have to majorly scale back spending if we're going all the way to IVF. I was feeling so good after the RE but now it actually hit me like a ton of bricks. We may have some insurance help so I'ma try to figure that out tomorrow.
Any questions? Nope. Waiting on some blood tests - genetic screening and Vitamin D and maybe some thing else? Idk they took a ton of my blood last week 😆
GTKY: What's your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday?
Pretty cliche, but I just like to not have to work and spend the day with as much family as possible, eating good food. Realistically, today I'm basically doing chores all day though!
@shoogapoff Glad you aren’t finding the clomid too bad yet. Hope it stays that way! FX your first scan goes well!
Diagnosis (if you've been): Still testing, some MFI
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Just did my ultrasound last week. The official results will be in this week, but according to the tech, everything appears normal! Now it’s back to waiting for my first RE appointment.. hoping to hear something this week
How are things going?: The waiting is making me feel crazy. I feel like I’m stuck right now, like there isn’t much I can do until I get my appointment. I’m trying to keep busy with other things, but my mind has been racing and I keep seeing triggers everywhere. This process is just so emotionally draining.
Any questions?: No
GTKY: *Edited response. I think I interpreted the question wrong.. for a summer holiday I love to go to the beach or camping.. In the winter or if the weather isn’t good, sleeping in and catching up on things around the house and spending time with DH.
Me: 35 DH: 35 TTC since 9/2018
Dx: MFI 10/19- First RE visit 2/20- DH had surgery for bilateral varicoceles 7/20- IUI with 5 mg letrozole- BFN 9/20- IVF. 9 eggs retrieved, 9 mature, 8 fertilized with ICSI, 7 blasts, 4 PGT-A normal 11/20- Mock transfer/ERA 12/20- FET #1- transferred one 4AB- BFN 3/21- FET #2- transferred one 3AB- BFP! Due Dec 2021 12/21- Baby girl born!
@jennifer_louise I was overwhelmed by the amount of blood they took at my first RE appointment. The first round for me included blood typing and STDs. Not sure if AMH is part of the first panel of tests or the CD3 panel. I hope you'll be able to get some coverage from your insurance for treatments! Do you know if your testing is covered? I'm asking because without insurance my hycosy scan would have cost me $4600! DH and I are incredibly lucky, our insurance covers more IF treatments than most. Our state requires insurance companies to cover a good amount of IF testing and treatment. It makes me so angry that so few states have that law.
@emeraldduchess so much rage for states that don't! (well, mostly for those women and men who desperately need the coverage). Gah. She didn't need the SMH draw because that was ordered by my OB. Some of the testing was covered although not all. I'm sure the insurance companies make it confusing on purpose, but you best believe I'll be the annoying lady calling back until I understand everything. BTW I love your preferred way to spend holidays - I definitely have some introverted tendencies as well.
@misshelen86 the waiting game is the worst. I am so sorry you're feeling helpless - but I sincerely hope you'll hear back this week and get that consult. Major hugs in the meantime, the trigger struggle is so real. Life with IF is so hard to navigate.
@emeraldduchess I also get pretty anxious at social gatherings.. I prefer to just chill at home. I’m sorry you’re not feeling very optimistic this cycle.. it sure is hard to balance wanting to be optimistic with not getting your hopes up. I’m keeping FX this is your month! Hope that the side effects aren’t too bad this month.
@jennifer_louise I hope you’re able to get some help from your insurance. The financial side of things definitely seems overwhelming. It’s so unfair that dealing with IF is so expensive. So glad you have a plan in place though!
Me: 35 DH: 35 TTC since 9/2018
Dx: MFI 10/19- First RE visit 2/20- DH had surgery for bilateral varicoceles 7/20- IUI with 5 mg letrozole- BFN 9/20- IVF. 9 eggs retrieved, 9 mature, 8 fertilized with ICSI, 7 blasts, 4 PGT-A normal 11/20- Mock transfer/ERA 12/20- FET #1- transferred one 4AB- BFN 3/21- FET #2- transferred one 3AB- BFP! Due Dec 2021 12/21- Baby girl born!
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Waiting on karyotyping results and will schedule SHG when cycle starts. Started Prometrium last week, so hopefully my cycle will start before long.
How are things going?: Pretty good, just waiting. We were super busy this weekend, so it was nice to not really think too much about TTC...especially since we can’t really even do anything right now!
Any questions?: None at the moment.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? I love spending holidays with family! I’ve enjoyed starting new traditions with just DH too!
@keikilove@BusinessWife yes, this board in particular moves so fast! I’m hoping you can both join back in soon!
@shoogapoff hope the Clomid side effects remain minimal! I responded on your question in the WTO thread, but summary: I had some minor side effects (headache, night sweats) shortly after finishing the pills. So glad you feel optimistic for this cycle, fingers crossed for you!
@emeraldduchess I’ve got my fingers crossed so hard for you this cycle! Hope the progesterone side effects aren’t too bad! Extreme itchiness?! That sounds awful! I feel like I had itchiness when I took Provera before, but haven’t had it with the Prometrium yet. Is this all over itchiness? I hope it isn’t bad this cycle!
@jennifer_louise I’m sorry you’ve felt overwhelmed with everything! I hope you do have some insurance coverage to help alleviate the financial stress some at least! +1 for just being happy to be off work on holidays!
@misshelen86 I completely understand, the waiting is so hard!! I hope you get your official US results quickly, and can schedule your consult soon too! Better yet, hope this is your cycle and the RE isn’t even needed!
@bluetickgal it's not all-over itchiness. Basically feels like I have a yeast infection (which I rarely get). I'm willing to bet I have a hot flash either while talking to my boss or in front of my students. I'm so glad you had a busy weekend with lots to talk your mind off TTC!
@bluetickgal FX your karotyping comes back soon with great results! And hopefully your cycle starts soon so you can get on with your SHG.
@misshelen86 So glad your ultrasound seemed to look good! This process *is* so draining. FX your appointment happens soon and you get a solid plan in place. That helped me feel better.
@jennifer_louise The financial side of this is such insult added to injury. I had a minor breakdown this week for similar reasons to you. Hugs.
@emeraldduchess I'm so sorry you're not feeling good about this cycle, and that TTC pressure took a toll on your HIO efforts. Sex is so different, at least for me and MH, since starting this process. Its hard to not let those worries creep in.
@keikilove even if you can’t reply, we always appreciate
your updates to see how you’re doing!
@BusinessWife it’s always nice to see you pop in whenever
you can 😊 do you have a rough date of when your doctor
will give you the go-ahead?
@shoogapoff I’ve never taken Clomid, but I’ve gotten some
side effects from Letrozole that usually kick in a few days after finishing
(hot flashes and headaches come to mind).
But I also get some hot flashes on progesterone lately, too so maybe my
body is just whimpy!
@emeraldduchess I’ll be doing my 3rd
progesterone tonight so we can be hot, sweaty, and bloated together!
@jennifer_louise the costs for fertility treatment is so
sad… especially when so many places offer zero coverage! Every time that they would mention a test, I
would ask “is it diagnostic?” because then my insurance would at least cover
some.
However, we don’t have any fertility treatment coverage,
so we’ll be taking out a loan for IVF through Future Families. Not ideal to take out an IVF loan right when
we finish our house and get a mortgage… but I also am not patient enough to
wait to save $20k. Hopefully you guys can
find a good solution!
@misshelen86 do you have to wait for the official results
before the referral? Sorry that it feels
to be moving so slowly. There are so
many times that I wish I could fast forward.
@bluetickgal when do you anticipate your karyotyping
results?
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): letrozole, TI, Ovidrel, progesterone
How are things going?: I'm 3 DPO so I'm entering the extreme bloat phase. We're still up in the air right now if we'll do another oral medicated cycle after this one and possibly wait for IVF til November... or do IVF in October. I want to do it in October, but it might be easier financially to wait until November. But, also, since we CAN do October financially, it might be better for my sanity to do it then. As you can see, I'm back and forth.... I need to sit DH down and have a talk. He doesn't have the same emotions that I do so he's cool as a cucumber to wait until November and I'm over here like "I DON'T WANT TO FREAKING WAIT ANY LONGER!" * TW * we've had a miscarriage and CP this year during our 6 cycles, I'm ready to move on * end TW * Also, we basically need to decide over this TWW because if we do October, I might just go on BC for the entire month before... not exactly sure what my doctor would want.
Any questions?: Does anyone have a cool $20k that they're just iiiiiitching to get rid of?
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? it really depends the holiday... Christmas and Thanksgiving I love the hustle and bustle of the large family gatherings! But everything else, I'm totally satisfied relaxing with DH and having a few cocktails, wine, or fancy beers to unwind.
@shoogapoff GL at your first scan on Thursday! Happy to hear your side effects aren't too bad.
@emeraldduchess if you're talking about itchiness down there, any anti-itch cream should do. There's ones specifically for bag itch too. I don't think there's much of a difference between the two.
@jennifer_louise hope the IUIs do the trick so you don't have to worry about IVF. Do you guys have an HSA with money set aside specifically for medical expenses? That's what DH and I have been dipping in to so we haven't had to make any major financial sacrifices for our treatment. I know not all plans include an HSA account though
@misshelen86 hope time flies to your RE appointment! The IF waiting game is no fun.
@bluetickgal when are you supposed to hear back on your karotyping results?
Diagnosis (if you've been): unexplained/MFI
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): my FET is in *whispers* 7 days. I hope you all read that in the voice from The Ring where they say "you're going to die in 7 days" because that's how I plan on saying it all day today lol
How are things going?: well, besides the annoyance if dinner with DH's family things have been fantastic! DH will be taking the transfer day off with me next week so hopefully he keeps me laughing all day to help the embryo stick!
Any questions?: I don't think so. I wrote a bunch down for today since the US is done by my RE. I think I have all my questions! Will update about my appointment later today.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? The minor holidays I usually like to spend catching up on house stuff like cleaning or laundry. More major holidays generally get spent with family. Sometimes that's all fun, other times it's more stress than I'd like on a holiday. Depends on which family we're with too.
*TW* History:
Me: 34 DH: 36 | Together since 2007 | Married July 2016
TTC #1 since 7.2017 Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3| all BFN IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name" RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer 2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20 Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21 Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22 | biopsy provided same effect as endometrial scratch; added supplemental progesterone and estrogen, prednisone, levothyroxine, and MTX Support to maintain pregnancy DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023 Consultation with RI | 6.6.23 Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56 Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox Repeat labs in 8 weeks Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues TTC put on pause
@keikilove@BusinessWife Some of these threads move so quickly it can be hard to keep up. I do the best I can but can't always keep up myself.
@shoogapoff I didn't experience much symptoms on clomid at all. Way more for me on Letrozole. Good luck on your scan!
@emeraldduchess I'm sorry you are struggling. This whole process can be so hard and draining. Fx for you!
@jennifer_louise It amazes me how much IF treatment can cost. And how it varies so much on insurance coverage. Fx for your HSG and IUI
@misshelen86 The waiting is the worst part in my opinion. I hope you don't have to wait too much longer!
@mokay19 I am just like you with the impatientness. Once I knew IVF was on the table especially *TW* after my 2nd loss this year/*TW* I just wanted to do it now! I hope your talk goes well and maybe you guys decide to start in October! But if not November wouldn't be too too bad either.
Ooh all the FX for you @hanshotfirst77! Can't wait to hear your update ❤️
@inthewoods23 I seriously cannot believe your FET is a week away!! I'm trying to mentally prepare myself for you 😂 I sincerely hope to add you to the list of people to stalk in May!!
@mokay19 I'm sending you all the vibes that your TI cycle works and then you can just go ahead and send that $20k you saved on to me 😂. Like some kinda TTGP pyramid scheme.
@bluetickgal bring on CD1 for you lady! I have the same desire to get the show on the road. Hope all your results come back great!
@emeraldduchess Omg the pressure got to us this cycle too. I mean, we got it done but I'm getting tired of bad sex! Ughhhhh
@shoogapoff I'm glad your body is tolerating the clomid pretty well!
@emeraldduchess the TWW roller coaster is the worst roller coaster to ever be on! Hang in there though I also love the days after Thanksgiving and Christmas - it's calming and peaceful after all the craziness!
@jennifer_louise I really hope you get some good news about insurance coverage - money stresses me out so much, so I totally get it!
@misshelen86 I hope you get those results back as soon as possible this week so that you stop driving yourself nuts with the waiting.
@bluetickgal for some reason I read the word "Prometrium" as "Patronum" and thought of this from Harry Potter...
@mokay19 If you can afford to start IVF in October then I say start and don't wait. If it's what you really want, then you should follow through and get started - You've waited long enough, ya know?!
@hanshotfirst77 I feel ya on the "whole lot of waiting" - ugh! Feels like the waiting is never ending sometimes, right?
Diagnosis (if you've been): Unexplained IF
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): Ummm... not really sure what I would classify my status as so I'll just say WFAF.
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Next cycle we'll up my letrozole dose to 7.5 and add the trigger and IUI in!
How are things going?: I am better this week than I was last week - after all of those peak OPKs looking great and then blood work saying I didn't O. I've decided to just go with the flow until AF arrives, since it's all out of my control anyway.
Any questions?:
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? I am happiest at the holidays when I am with family! But I think Christmas Eve is my favorite - it's peaceful and calm to sit on the couch, relax with a glass of wine - some TV and some snuggles all while the tree is lit up!
Our TTC Journey
TTC #1: May 2011 BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12 DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018 Me: 36 | DH: 39 Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled 9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks 10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN 11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst 3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP 11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
@kpearse99 I'm glad you're doing better and hoping the increased Letrozole does what it needs to.
@emeraldduchess Sorry you're not feeling optimistic, but you just never know. FX you get a happy surprise this month.
Diagnosis (if you've been): RPL and DOR
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): IVF - transfer was 8/24.
How are things going?: Good! My first beta is tomorrow and the second is Friday. I should have the results of both by Friday afternoon. Of course I would have jury duty this week, so hoping I can get a lab slip so I can go early for betas (lab opens at 6:30). My appointments for blood draws at my RE's office are at 8:45, which is a problem.
Any questions?: Nope.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? Most holidays I like to spend with MH, being lazy and enjoying a good bottle of wine or champagne. But Christmas and Thanksgiving don't feel right unless we're surrounded by family, so we usually travel for those.
@jennifer_louise haha like we should just have a pot of money for all our IF needs?
@kpearse99 I AGREE that I've waited long enough... I'm going to tell that to DH. I made that PowerPoint to convince him for us to move onto IVF at all so maybe I need to make a PowerPoint about why we shouldn't wait until November....
@mokay19 OMG please make another PowerPoint!! You have to keep up with traditions at this point!
@ruby696 oh my goodness I'm so anxious for you!!!! And jury duty - yuck!!!
Our TTC Journey
TTC #1: May 2011 BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12 DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018 Me: 36 | DH: 39 Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled 9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks 10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN 11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst 3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP 11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
@mokay19 They won't give me results until Friday, so they can confirm there is a pregnancy and that it's viable. I'm really busy this week, so I'm hoping it goes by fast.
@hanshotfirst77 I think I want to get the news Friday afternoon, so I don't have to stress about another CP (if it's positive). Holding out for now.
@keikilove We are always here for a vent session. Or just to know how you are doing. Hope things slow down and you are able to join in more soon. I struggle with keeping up too! @shoogapoff That is great that you have not had too many side effects on Clomid. Hope that scan goes well today. @emeraldduchess You are a rockstar! I am always so scared of the pio shots. I am the same on holidays too. there is so much expectation around them as you get older. Lets just relax! @jennifer_louise I hear you. The costs are scary! It feels very unfair. FX that insurance can cover some things for you. We got most meds covered at 80% which was very helpful. @misshelen86 You are right, the waiting sucks. But know that even with waiting, you are doing everything you can to move forward. Glad to hear that the scan was good and all looks normal. @bluetickgal FX that your cycle starts soon and you can get things moving. @mokay19 If it were me, I wouldn't wait. As long as you feel ready, go for it! MH is the same way too. But I just got to the point where I do not want to wait anymore. @inthewoods23 SQWEEEE!! I am so stinking excited for you. It is so close now. I hope you have tons of good shows to watch and keep laughing all day! @hanshotfirst77 Rooting for you and those embabies! @kpearse99 You really had a roller coaster last week. Glad that you are just going with it now. Sometimes it is hard to let it go and not stress about it all the time. @ruby696 OMG good luck tomorrow!
Diagnosis (if you've been): MFI (low morph, acrosome defect), AMA
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): waiting on RE Oct 2
How are things going?: I had a birthday over the weekend, which was lovely, but was also a reminder of the AMA situation and how time waits for no man. I felt old and it got me down that another year has passed with no luck. But I ate lots of cake and drank some wine.
Any questions?:
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? We try and keep things low key. But the best vacation we had was Christmas a couple years ago. We joined up with my sisters family and went skiing and snowboard for a week. It was lovely and hopefully will do it again soon.
It does hit you hard, another year/birthday going by without the thing you want the most. You are NOT alone though, so I hope you can try and take comfort in that. This will be your year, girl!
Our TTC Journey
TTC #1: May 2011 BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12 DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018 Me: 36 | DH: 39 Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled 9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks 10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN 11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst 3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP 11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
@ruby696 Yeah I totally get that reasoning. Last few times for me I completely stopped early testing and wait for day of beta.
@nitnat007 I'm sorry your birthday had so many mixed feelings. But yay for cake! My birthday is coming up soon and I know I have a lot of mixed emotions about it as well. Fx this year will bring great things
Happy belated birthday @nitnat007! I'm dreading my next birthday (39), so I can relate. I'm glad you ate lots of cake though. Sometimes we deserve cake. All the cake. ❤
TTC #1: May 2011 BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12 DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018 Me: 36 | DH: 39 Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled 9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks 10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN 11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN 1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst 3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP 11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
Me: 34 DH: 36 | Together since 2007 | Married July 2016
TTC #1 since 7.2017 Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3| all BFN IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name" RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer 2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20 Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21 Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22 | biopsy provided same effect as endometrial scratch; added supplemental progesterone and estrogen, prednisone, levothyroxine, and MTX Support to maintain pregnancy DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023 Consultation with RI | 6.6.23 Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56 Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox Repeat labs in 8 weeks Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues TTC put on pause
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): just had my saline sonogram this morning and that went well... waiting for CD3 and Sema4 results, DH has his SA and BW on Friday. RE appointment on 9/12 to see if I’m about to ovulate then... 8 follicles on each side currently
How are things going?: I’ve had some break downs the last few days, but trying to keep it together.
Any questions?: not that anyone can answer... just wondering how tough morning monitoring might get once work picks up
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? Eating delicious food I didn’t have to cook!
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It's funny how it's the little things in life that mean the most...not where you live, or what you drive, or the price tag on your clothes... There's no dollar sign on a piece of mind, this I've come to know! *ZBB*
@bluetickgal Glad you were able to keep your mind off TTC over the weekend! I hope you get your results soon too and can get your SHG scheduled soon as well!
@mokay19 No the referral has already been sent... 3.5 weeks ago! I’m on some kind of waiting list for an appointment. I don’t really know how this process works, but I was told I’d hear something “soon” and that they were booking about 2-3 months out. I understand why you want to just jump in ASAP and not have to wait any longer. Hopefully you and DH come up with a plan you both agree on. However, I’m keeping FX this cycle is a success and you won’t need to go that route!
@inthewoods23 Sorry about whatever happened at dinner last night. You have a legit excuse to not see them for a while now.. gotta keep that stress down! So excited that you are just 7 days away now!!
@kpearse99 I love your attitude with all this. It sure isn’t easy going with the flow.. you’ve got this girl! FX all the HIO will pay off for you.
@ruby696 EEekk so excited that your results will be here before you know it. I don’t know how you’re going to be able to concentrate during jury duty..
@nitnat007 You’re right, even though not much is happening now I do need to remember that I’m doing everything I can. I wrote that down so I can keep reminding myself. Happy belated birthday to you! Sorry your birthday brought mixed emotions. FX this year will bring good things!!
*Edited for spelling
Me: 35 DH: 35 TTC since 9/2018
Dx: MFI 10/19- First RE visit 2/20- DH had surgery for bilateral varicoceles 7/20- IUI with 5 mg letrozole- BFN 9/20- IVF. 9 eggs retrieved, 9 mature, 8 fertilized with ICSI, 7 blasts, 4 PGT-A normal 11/20- Mock transfer/ERA 12/20- FET #1- transferred one 4AB- BFN 3/21- FET #2- transferred one 3AB- BFP! Due Dec 2021 12/21- Baby girl born!
Re: IF Testing & Treatment w/o 9.2
Friends, I’ve been so MIA the past month that I don’t even feel right posting “all about me” today. I just wanted to share an interesting article on Intralipids for those of us suffering from RPL:
“On the other hand....there are no immunological studies that can determine if a woman needs immune suppression. The best way to decide is the history; the more the miscarriages without any other identifiable cause the more likely that the passive immunotherapy may be helpful. If intralipid proves as efficacious as IVIg, it will be a lot less expensive [16].”
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4518016/
Things have been hectic but I’ve lurked & love-titted as much as possible. Every time I logged in to try to participate there were already 100+ comments=total overwhelm. BUT there’s been SO MUCH EXCITEMENT in here that I’m praying we see lots of IF graduates soon! Thinking of so many of you & hoping you get on up outta here ASAP!❤️I'm in a similar camp where it's just hard for me to stay super active here while benched it seems. Just for my own sanity's sake, KWIM? It's all good. ❤️❤️❤️
Diagnosis (if you've been): AMA, blocked fallopian tube
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): clomid, IUI with trigger
How are things going?: Tomorrow is my last day of clomid, then I go in Thursday for my first scan. Clomid hasn't been bad yet. I am having some headaches, but nothing unmanageable. And I definitely have ovulation pain, but that's also been fine. I'm feeling optimistic, over all.
Any questions?: I asked this in the dailies, but I'm just wondering if I should anticipate more clomid symptoms later in my cycle, or if I'll be in the clear once I take my last dose.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday?
I'm not big on tradition. I like doing new things, like traveling. Or for smaller holidays like today, I usually just treat it like a Saturday and relax/do household chores.
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): TI with progesterone post-O.
How are things going?: I am on my usual TWW rollercoaster. Not feeling very optimistic because the anxiety got to both DH and I during FW. I am on day 3 of progesterone (2nd time around) and it's not bad. I am waiting for the extreme itchiness and hot flashes to kick in, though.
Any questions?: Those of you who get itchy on progesterone, do you/can you use anything to relieve it?
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? This is really tough because as I've gotten older I haven't enjoyed the holidays as much because they can be so stressful and my introverted self gets super anxious at gatherings. I do enjoy midnight mass on Christmas Eve. TBH I enjoy the days after Thanksgiving and Christmas the most. DH and I love to stay in, eat snacks and watch movies.
@shoogapoff I'm glad the Clomid hadn't had too many side effects. FX for you!!
@shoogapoff I'm so optimistic for you this cycle! And I already mentioned this but I'd be curious if you have super sore boobs after O or not. Although, if you do, here's hoping it's cuz you're KU!
Diagnosis: unexplained
Status: TWW
What are you doing this cycle? Nothing. Next cycle = HSG, next next cycle: Letrozole + IUI
How are things going? Welp. I just had a minor breakdown because of how much our ART is going to cost. I saw our bank account and realized we're going to have to majorly scale back spending if we're going all the way to IVF. I was feeling so good after the RE but now it actually hit me like a ton of bricks. We may have some insurance help so I'ma try to figure that out tomorrow.
Any questions? Nope. Waiting on some blood tests - genetic screening and Vitamin D and maybe some thing else? Idk they took a ton of my blood last week 😆
GTKY: What's your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday?
Pretty cliche, but I just like to not have to work and spend the day with as much family as possible, eating good food. Realistically, today I'm basically doing chores all day though!
@BusinessWife Hope you are off the bench soon!
@shoogapoff Glad you aren’t finding the clomid too bad yet. Hope it stays that way! FX your first scan goes well!
Diagnosis (if you've been): Still testing, some MFI
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Just did my ultrasound last week. The official results will be in this week, but according to the tech, everything appears normal! Now it’s back to waiting for my first RE appointment.. hoping to hear something this week
How are things going?: The waiting is making me feel crazy. I feel like I’m stuck right now, like there isn’t much I can do until I get my appointment. I’m trying to keep busy with other things, but my mind has been racing and I keep seeing triggers everywhere. This process is just so emotionally draining.
Any questions?: No
GTKY: *Edited response. I think I interpreted the question wrong.. for a summer holiday I love to go to the beach or camping.. In the winter or if the weather isn’t good, sleeping in and catching up on things around the house and spending time with DH.
TTC since 9/2018
10/19- First RE visit
2/20- DH had surgery for bilateral varicoceles
7/20- IUI with 5 mg letrozole- BFN
9/20- IVF. 9 eggs retrieved, 9 mature, 8 fertilized with ICSI, 7 blasts, 4 PGT-A normal
11/20- Mock transfer/ERA
12/20- FET #1- transferred one 4AB- BFN
3/21- FET #2- transferred one 3AB- BFP! Due Dec 2021
12/21- Baby girl born!
@misshelen86 the waiting game is the worst. I am so sorry you're feeling helpless - but I sincerely hope you'll hear back this week and get that consult. Major hugs in the meantime, the trigger struggle is so real. Life with IF is so hard to navigate.
@jennifer_louise I hope you’re able to get some help from your insurance. The financial side of things definitely seems overwhelming. It’s so unfair that dealing with IF is so expensive. So glad you have a plan in place though!
TTC since 9/2018
10/19- First RE visit
2/20- DH had surgery for bilateral varicoceles
7/20- IUI with 5 mg letrozole- BFN
9/20- IVF. 9 eggs retrieved, 9 mature, 8 fertilized with ICSI, 7 blasts, 4 PGT-A normal
11/20- Mock transfer/ERA
12/20- FET #1- transferred one 4AB- BFN
3/21- FET #2- transferred one 3AB- BFP! Due Dec 2021
12/21- Baby girl born!
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TTA
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Waiting on karyotyping results and will schedule SHG when cycle starts. Started Prometrium last week, so hopefully my cycle will start before long.
How are things going?: Pretty good, just waiting. We were super busy this weekend, so it was nice to not really think too much about TTC...especially since we can’t really even do anything right now!
Any questions?: None at the moment.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? I love spending holidays with family! I’ve enjoyed starting new traditions with just DH too!
@keikilove @BusinessWife yes, this board in particular moves so fast! I’m hoping you can both join back in soon!
@shoogapoff hope the Clomid side effects remain minimal! I responded on your question in the WTO thread, but summary: I had some minor side effects (headache, night sweats) shortly after finishing the pills. So glad you feel optimistic for this cycle, fingers crossed for you!
@emeraldduchess I’ve got my fingers crossed so hard for you this cycle! Hope the progesterone side effects aren’t too bad! Extreme itchiness?! That sounds awful! I feel like I had itchiness when I took Provera before, but haven’t had it with the Prometrium yet. Is this all over itchiness? I hope it isn’t bad this cycle!
@jennifer_louise I’m sorry you’ve felt overwhelmed with everything! I hope you do have some insurance coverage to help alleviate the financial stress some at least! +1 for just being happy to be off work on holidays!
@misshelen86 I completely understand, the waiting is so hard!! I hope you get your official US results quickly, and can schedule your consult soon too! Better yet, hope this is your cycle and the RE isn’t even needed!
I'm so glad you had a busy weekend with lots to talk your mind off TTC!
@misshelen86 So glad your ultrasound seemed to look good! This process *is* so draining. FX your appointment happens soon and you get a solid plan in place. That helped me feel better.
@jennifer_louise The financial side of this is such insult added to injury. I had a minor breakdown this week for similar reasons to you. Hugs.
@keikilove even if you can’t reply, we always appreciate your updates to see how you’re doing!
@BusinessWife it’s always nice to see you pop in whenever you can 😊 do you have a rough date of when your doctor will give you the go-ahead?
@shoogapoff I’ve never taken Clomid, but I’ve gotten some side effects from Letrozole that usually kick in a few days after finishing (hot flashes and headaches come to mind). But I also get some hot flashes on progesterone lately, too so maybe my body is just whimpy!
@emeraldduchess I’ll be doing my 3rd progesterone tonight so we can be hot, sweaty, and bloated together!
@jennifer_louise the costs for fertility treatment is so sad… especially when so many places offer zero coverage! Every time that they would mention a test, I would ask “is it diagnostic?” because then my insurance would at least cover some.
However, we don’t have any fertility treatment coverage, so we’ll be taking out a loan for IVF through Future Families. Not ideal to take out an IVF loan right when we finish our house and get a mortgage… but I also am not patient enough to wait to save $20k. Hopefully you guys can find a good solution!
@misshelen86 do you have to wait for the official results before the referral? Sorry that it feels to be moving so slowly. There are so many times that I wish I could fast forward.
@bluetickgal when do you anticipate your karyotyping results?
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): letrozole, TI, Ovidrel, progesterone
How are things going?: I'm 3 DPO so I'm entering the extreme bloat phase. We're still up in the air right now if we'll do another oral medicated cycle after this one and possibly wait for IVF til November... or do IVF in October. I want to do it in October, but it might be easier financially to wait until November. But, also, since we CAN do October financially, it might be better for my sanity to do it then.
As you can see, I'm back and forth.... I need to sit DH down and have a talk. He doesn't have the same emotions that I do so he's cool as a cucumber to wait until November and I'm over here like "I DON'T WANT TO FREAKING WAIT ANY LONGER!"
* TW * we've had a miscarriage and CP this year during our 6 cycles, I'm ready to move on * end TW *
Also, we basically need to decide over this TWW because if we do October, I might just go on BC for the entire month before... not exactly sure what my doctor would want.
Any questions?: Does anyone have a cool $20k that they're just iiiiiitching to get rid of?
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? it really depends the holiday... Christmas and Thanksgiving I love the hustle and bustle of the large family gatherings! But everything else, I'm totally satisfied relaxing with DH and having a few cocktails, wine, or fancy beers to unwind.
@emeraldduchess if you're talking about itchiness down there, any anti-itch cream should do. There's ones specifically for bag itch too. I don't think there's much of a difference between the two.
@jennifer_louise hope the IUIs do the trick so you don't have to worry about IVF. Do you guys have an HSA with money set aside specifically for medical expenses? That's what DH and I have been dipping in to so we haven't had to make any major financial sacrifices for our treatment. I know not all plans include an HSA account though
@misshelen86 hope time flies to your RE appointment! The IF waiting game is no fun.
@bluetickgal when are you supposed to hear back on your karotyping results?
Diagnosis (if you've been): unexplained/MFI
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): my FET is in *whispers* 7 days. I hope you all read that in the voice from The Ring where they say "you're going to die in 7 days" because that's how I plan on saying it all day today lol
How are things going?: well, besides the annoyance if dinner with DH's family things have been fantastic! DH will be taking the transfer day off with me next week so hopefully he keeps me laughing all day to help the embryo stick!
Any questions?: I don't think so. I wrote a bunch down for today since the US is done by my RE. I think I have all my questions! Will update about my appointment later today.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday?
The minor holidays I usually like to spend catching up on house stuff like cleaning or laundry. More major holidays generally get spent with family. Sometimes that's all fun, other times it's more stress than I'd like on a holiday. Depends on which family we're with too.
TTC #1 since 7.2017
Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3 | all BFN
IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys
FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name"
RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET
FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer
2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle
Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks
TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20
Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21
Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation
Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal
Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations
BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22 | biopsy provided same effect as endometrial scratch; added supplemental progesterone and estrogen, prednisone, levothyroxine, and MTX Support to maintain pregnancy
DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023
Consultation with RI | 6.6.23
Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal
Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56
Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine
Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds
Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox
Repeat labs in 8 weeks
Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues
TTC put on pause
@shoogapoff I didn't experience much symptoms on clomid at all. Way more for me on Letrozole. Good luck on your scan!
@emeraldduchess I'm sorry you are struggling. This whole process can be so hard and draining. Fx for you!
@jennifer_louise It amazes me how much IF treatment can cost. And how it varies so much on insurance coverage. Fx for your HSG and IUI
@misshelen86 The waiting is the worst part in my opinion. I hope you don't have to wait too much longer!
@mokay19 I am just like you with the impatientness. Once I knew IVF was on the table especially *TW* after my 2nd loss this year/*TW* I just wanted to do it now! I hope your talk goes well and maybe you guys decide to start in October! But if not November wouldn't be too too bad either.
@inthewoods23 Omg you are so close!
Diagnosis (if you've been): PCOS, 2nd IF, RPL
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): IVF
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Right now it just feels like a whole lotta waiting
How are things going?: I'm a hot mess of nerves and anxiety. Waiting on my 7 day report to find out how many made it to blast, biopsy and freeze.
Any questions?: I don't think so but probably will have some after my report
TTC#1 - March 2013
BFP 8/9/13 - EDD 4/14/14 - DS born 4/23/14
TTC#2 November 2015
Dx: Secondary IF June 2016
Medicated IUI cycle#1- Clomid+IUI -1/15/17 -BFN
Break Mid 2017 - Resumed TTC December 2018
"She believed she could so she did..."
Medicated IUI cycle#2- Femara 5mg+IUI 12/22/18 - BFP 1/4/19 - MMC 2/1/19
Saline Sono 3/15/19 - All Clear!
Medicated IUI cycle#3- Femara 7.5mg+IUI 3/28/19-BFN
Medicated IUI cycle#4- Femara 5mg+Gonal F 50iu+IUI 4/27/19- BFP 5/11/19 - MMC 6/12/19 - D&C 6/14/19-
Incomplete M/C Repeat D&C - 7/3/19 -Testing concluded baby was genetically normal
Dx: Unexplained RPL July 2019 - Tested + as carrier for Usher Syndrome & Familial Mediterranean Fever
Saline Sono 8/7/19 - Mostly Clear! All systems go for IVF#1
But will need a repeat Saline Sono between ER and FET
IVF #1 - Antagonist Protocol - 8/17/19
ER#1 8/27/19 - 12R, 6F, 4 biopsied+frozen! (3d5blasts + 1d6blast)- 2 PGS normal embabies!
Saline Sono 9/13/19 - All Clear! Onto FET Prep#1
FET#1 - 4AA -10/4/19 - BFP 10/14/19 - EDD - 6/21/20 -Beta#1-10dp5dt- 379 Beta#2-12dp5dt- 1007 Beta#3-14dp5dt- 2844
DD born 6/15/20
@hanshotfirst77 good luck with the report results! Are they supposed to call you today??
TTC#1 - March 2013
BFP 8/9/13 - EDD 4/14/14 - DS born 4/23/14
TTC#2 November 2015
Dx: Secondary IF June 2016
Medicated IUI cycle#1- Clomid+IUI -1/15/17 -BFN
Break Mid 2017 - Resumed TTC December 2018
"She believed she could so she did..."
Medicated IUI cycle#2- Femara 5mg+IUI 12/22/18 - BFP 1/4/19 - MMC 2/1/19
Saline Sono 3/15/19 - All Clear!
Medicated IUI cycle#3- Femara 7.5mg+IUI 3/28/19-BFN
Medicated IUI cycle#4- Femara 5mg+Gonal F 50iu+IUI 4/27/19- BFP 5/11/19 - MMC 6/12/19 - D&C 6/14/19-
Incomplete M/C Repeat D&C - 7/3/19 -Testing concluded baby was genetically normal
Dx: Unexplained RPL July 2019 - Tested + as carrier for Usher Syndrome & Familial Mediterranean Fever
Saline Sono 8/7/19 - Mostly Clear! All systems go for IVF#1
But will need a repeat Saline Sono between ER and FET
IVF #1 - Antagonist Protocol - 8/17/19
ER#1 8/27/19 - 12R, 6F, 4 biopsied+frozen! (3d5blasts + 1d6blast)- 2 PGS normal embabies!
Saline Sono 9/13/19 - All Clear! Onto FET Prep#1
FET#1 - 4AA -10/4/19 - BFP 10/14/19 - EDD - 6/21/20 -Beta#1-10dp5dt- 379 Beta#2-12dp5dt- 1007 Beta#3-14dp5dt- 2844
DD born 6/15/20
@inthewoods23 I seriously cannot believe your FET is a week away!! I'm trying to mentally prepare myself for you 😂 I sincerely hope to add you to the list of people to stalk in May!!
@mokay19 I'm sending you all the vibes that your TI cycle works and then you can just go ahead and send that $20k you saved on to me 😂. Like some kinda TTGP pyramid scheme.
@bluetickgal bring on CD1 for you lady! I have the same desire to get the show on the road. Hope all your results come back great!
@emeraldduchess Omg the pressure got to us this cycle too. I mean, we got it done but I'm getting tired of bad sex! Ughhhhh
@emeraldduchess the TWW roller coaster is the worst roller coaster to ever be on! Hang in there though I also love the days after Thanksgiving and Christmas - it's calming and peaceful after all the craziness!
@jennifer_louise I really hope you get some good news about insurance coverage - money stresses me out so much, so I totally get it!
@misshelen86 I hope you get those results back as soon as possible this week so that you stop driving yourself nuts with the waiting.
@bluetickgal for some reason I read the word "Prometrium" as "Patronum" and thought of this from Harry Potter...
@hanshotfirst77 I feel ya on the "whole lot of waiting" - ugh! Feels like the waiting is never ending sometimes, right?
Diagnosis (if you've been): Unexplained IF
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): Ummm... not really sure what I would classify my status as so I'll just say WFAF.
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): Next cycle we'll up my letrozole dose to 7.5 and add the trigger and IUI in!
How are things going?: I am better this week than I was last week - after all of those peak OPKs looking great and then blood work saying I didn't O. I've decided to just go with the flow until AF arrives, since it's all out of my control anyway.
Any questions?:
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? I am happiest at the holidays when I am with family! But I think Christmas Eve is my favorite - it's peaceful and calm to sit on the couch, relax with a glass of wine - some TV and some snuggles all while the tree is lit up!
BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12
DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018
Me: 36 | DH: 39
Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years
BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving
July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF
August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled
9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks
10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN
11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst
3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP
11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
@inthewoods23 You're so close! I'm so excited for you!
@mokay19 I would start in October, for sure. I also have no willpower, so...🤷♀️
@keikilove and @BusinessWife I love hearing from you both, even if you're not doing much. ❤
@kpearse99 I'm glad you're doing better and hoping the increased Letrozole does what it needs to.
@emeraldduchess Sorry you're not feeling optimistic, but you just never know. FX you get a happy surprise this month.
Diagnosis (if you've been): RPL and DOR
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): TWW
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): IVF - transfer was 8/24.
How are things going?: Good! My first beta is tomorrow and the second is Friday. I should have the results of both by Friday afternoon. Of course I would have jury duty this week, so hoping I can get a lab slip so I can go early for betas (lab opens at 6:30). My appointments for blood draws at my RE's office are at 8:45, which is a problem.
Any questions?: Nope.
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? Most holidays I like to spend with MH, being lazy and enjoying a good bottle of wine or champagne. But Christmas and Thanksgiving don't feel right unless we're surrounded by family, so we usually travel for those.
@kpearse99 I AGREE that I've waited long enough... I'm going to tell that to DH. I made that PowerPoint to convince him for us to move onto IVF at all so maybe I need to make a PowerPoint about why we shouldn't wait until November....
@ruby696 oh my goodness I'm so anxious for you!!!! And jury duty - yuck!!!
BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12
DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018
Me: 36 | DH: 39
Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years
BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving
July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF
August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled
9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks
10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN
11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst
3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP
11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
@kpearse99 Yes this waiting is for the birds ugh. Fx even with all the opk drama that this will be your cycle!
TTC#1 - March 2013
BFP 8/9/13 - EDD 4/14/14 - DS born 4/23/14
TTC#2 November 2015
Dx: Secondary IF June 2016
Medicated IUI cycle#1- Clomid+IUI -1/15/17 -BFN
Break Mid 2017 - Resumed TTC December 2018
"She believed she could so she did..."
Medicated IUI cycle#2- Femara 5mg+IUI 12/22/18 - BFP 1/4/19 - MMC 2/1/19
Saline Sono 3/15/19 - All Clear!
Medicated IUI cycle#3- Femara 7.5mg+IUI 3/28/19-BFN
Medicated IUI cycle#4- Femara 5mg+Gonal F 50iu+IUI 4/27/19- BFP 5/11/19 - MMC 6/12/19 - D&C 6/14/19-
Incomplete M/C Repeat D&C - 7/3/19 -Testing concluded baby was genetically normal
Dx: Unexplained RPL July 2019 - Tested + as carrier for Usher Syndrome & Familial Mediterranean Fever
Saline Sono 8/7/19 - Mostly Clear! All systems go for IVF#1
But will need a repeat Saline Sono between ER and FET
IVF #1 - Antagonist Protocol - 8/17/19
ER#1 8/27/19 - 12R, 6F, 4 biopsied+frozen! (3d5blasts + 1d6blast)- 2 PGS normal embabies!
Saline Sono 9/13/19 - All Clear! Onto FET Prep#1
FET#1 - 4AA -10/4/19 - BFP 10/14/19 - EDD - 6/21/20 -Beta#1-10dp5dt- 379 Beta#2-12dp5dt- 1007 Beta#3-14dp5dt- 2844
DD born 6/15/20
@hanshotfirst77 I think I want to get the news Friday afternoon, so I don't have to stress about another CP (if it's positive). Holding out for now.
@shoogapoff That is great that you have not had too many side effects on Clomid. Hope that scan goes well today.
@emeraldduchess You are a rockstar! I am always so scared of the pio shots. I am the same on holidays too. there is so much expectation around them as you get older. Lets just relax!
@jennifer_louise I hear you. The costs are scary! It feels very unfair. FX that insurance can cover some things for you. We got most meds covered at 80% which was very helpful.
@misshelen86 You are right, the waiting sucks. But know that even with waiting, you are doing everything you can to move forward. Glad to hear that the scan was good and all looks normal.
@bluetickgal FX that your cycle starts soon and you can get things moving.
@mokay19 If it were me, I wouldn't wait. As long as you feel ready, go for it! MH is the same way too. But I just got to the point where I do not want to wait anymore.
@inthewoods23 SQWEEEE!! I am so stinking excited for you. It is so close now. I hope you have tons of good shows to watch and keep laughing all day!
@hanshotfirst77 Rooting for you and those embabies!
@kpearse99 You really had a roller coaster last week. Glad that you are just going with it now. Sometimes it is hard to let it go and not stress about it all the time.
@ruby696 OMG good luck tomorrow!
Diagnosis (if you've been): MFI (low morph, acrosome defect), AMA
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): waiting on RE Oct 2
How are things going?: I had a birthday over the weekend, which was lovely, but was also a reminder of the AMA situation and how time waits for no man. I felt old and it got me down that another year has passed with no luck. But I ate lots of cake and drank some wine.
Any questions?:
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? We try and keep things low key. But the best vacation we had was Christmas a couple years ago. We joined up with my sisters family and went skiing and snowboard for a week. It was lovely and hopefully will do it again soon.
It does hit you hard, another year/birthday going by without the thing you want the most. You are NOT alone though, so I hope you can try and take comfort in that. This will be your year, girl!
BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12
DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018
Me: 36 | DH: 39
Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years
BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving
July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF
August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled
9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks
10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN
11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst
3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP
11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
@nitnat007 I'm sorry your birthday had so many mixed feelings. But yay for cake! My birthday is coming up soon and I know I have a lot of mixed emotions about it as well. Fx this year will bring great things
TTC#1 - March 2013
BFP 8/9/13 - EDD 4/14/14 - DS born 4/23/14
TTC#2 November 2015
Dx: Secondary IF June 2016
Medicated IUI cycle#1- Clomid+IUI -1/15/17 -BFN
Break Mid 2017 - Resumed TTC December 2018
"She believed she could so she did..."
Medicated IUI cycle#2- Femara 5mg+IUI 12/22/18 - BFP 1/4/19 - MMC 2/1/19
Saline Sono 3/15/19 - All Clear!
Medicated IUI cycle#3- Femara 7.5mg+IUI 3/28/19-BFN
Medicated IUI cycle#4- Femara 5mg+Gonal F 50iu+IUI 4/27/19- BFP 5/11/19 - MMC 6/12/19 - D&C 6/14/19-
Incomplete M/C Repeat D&C - 7/3/19 -Testing concluded baby was genetically normal
Dx: Unexplained RPL July 2019 - Tested + as carrier for Usher Syndrome & Familial Mediterranean Fever
Saline Sono 8/7/19 - Mostly Clear! All systems go for IVF#1
But will need a repeat Saline Sono between ER and FET
IVF #1 - Antagonist Protocol - 8/17/19
ER#1 8/27/19 - 12R, 6F, 4 biopsied+frozen! (3d5blasts + 1d6blast)- 2 PGS normal embabies!
Saline Sono 9/13/19 - All Clear! Onto FET Prep#1
FET#1 - 4AA -10/4/19 - BFP 10/14/19 - EDD - 6/21/20 -Beta#1-10dp5dt- 379 Beta#2-12dp5dt- 1007 Beta#3-14dp5dt- 2844
DD born 6/15/20
4 of my 6 embryos made it to blast. (3) 5 day blasts and (1) 6 day blast. Biopsied and frozen!
TTC#1 - March 2013
BFP 8/9/13 - EDD 4/14/14 - DS born 4/23/14
TTC#2 November 2015
Dx: Secondary IF June 2016
Medicated IUI cycle#1- Clomid+IUI -1/15/17 -BFN
Break Mid 2017 - Resumed TTC December 2018
"She believed she could so she did..."
Medicated IUI cycle#2- Femara 5mg+IUI 12/22/18 - BFP 1/4/19 - MMC 2/1/19
Saline Sono 3/15/19 - All Clear!
Medicated IUI cycle#3- Femara 7.5mg+IUI 3/28/19-BFN
Medicated IUI cycle#4- Femara 5mg+Gonal F 50iu+IUI 4/27/19- BFP 5/11/19 - MMC 6/12/19 - D&C 6/14/19-
Incomplete M/C Repeat D&C - 7/3/19 -Testing concluded baby was genetically normal
Dx: Unexplained RPL July 2019 - Tested + as carrier for Usher Syndrome & Familial Mediterranean Fever
Saline Sono 8/7/19 - Mostly Clear! All systems go for IVF#1
But will need a repeat Saline Sono between ER and FET
IVF #1 - Antagonist Protocol - 8/17/19
ER#1 8/27/19 - 12R, 6F, 4 biopsied+frozen! (3d5blasts + 1d6blast)- 2 PGS normal embabies!
Saline Sono 9/13/19 - All Clear! Onto FET Prep#1
FET#1 - 4AA -10/4/19 - BFP 10/14/19 - EDD - 6/21/20 -Beta#1-10dp5dt- 379 Beta#2-12dp5dt- 1007 Beta#3-14dp5dt- 2844
DD born 6/15/20
@hanshotfirst77 Great news!! I'm so happy for you!
BFP: 10/27/2011 | EDD: 6/30/12
DS born 6/28/12 via C/S
TTC #2: September 2018
Me: 36 | DH: 39
Mirena removed 9/13/2018 after 6 years
BFP 11/11/2018 | MC @ 5.5 weeks on Thanksgiving
July 2019 - Diagnosed with Secondary Unexplained IF
August 2019 - 2.5 mg of Letrozole = Never Ovulated so Trigger and IUI were cancelled
9/30/2019 - IUI #1 (5 mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFP but Betas showed CP @ 4 weeks
10/28/2019 - IUI #2 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN
11/25/2019 - IUI #3 (7.5mg of Letrozole, Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
12/24/2019 - IUI #4 (7.5mg of Letrozole + Crinone after IUI) = BFN
1/24/2020 - IUI #5 (50mg of Clomid + Trigger + Crinone after IUI) = BFN and an Ovarian Cyst
3/2/2020 - Taking a break to reset/NTNP
11/1/2020 - At peace with where things are in life and are no long actively TTC. Whatever happens will happen and it will all be okay.
TTC #1 since 7.2017
Dx: low morph (1%), ANA positive, low decidualization score, high TSH and testosterone, histone antibodies
IUI #1-3 | all BFN
IVF #1 | 6.11.19 | 24R, 17M, 15F, 6B, PGT-A tested - 5 normal, 3 girls & 2 boys
FET #1 | 9.10.19 | BFN "I know you, but we've never met. I'm with you, but I don't know your name"
RPL, Receptiva, & ERA testing | all normal/negative, recommended going on gluten and dairy free diet for next FET
FET #2 | 3.31.20 | Opted to cancelled due to pandemic, continued diet and tried naturally over the summer
2nd Opinion with another RE | 8.20.20 | Not immune to measles (received 1 dose); SA results similar to 2 years ago; decided to move forward with FET #2 redo at start of next cycle
Surprise natural BFP! | 9.22.20 | MC 10.23.20 at 8 weeks
TTCAL naturally | starting 11.22.20
Initial consultation with Reproductive Immunologist | 9.14.21
Decidualization score biopsy | 10.1.21 | abnormal - low score of 1; endometrial scratch recommended and progesterone supplementation
Saline sono | 10.15.21 | normal
Bloodwork | 10.21.21 | high TSH, high testosterone, positive for anti-nuclear antibodies and histone antibodies, high protein S, multiple genetic mutations
BFP! | 11.3.21 | EDD 7.14.22 | biopsy provided same effect as endometrial scratch; added supplemental progesterone and estrogen, prednisone, levothyroxine, and MTX Support to maintain pregnancy
DS born 7.19.22 after induction
TTC #2 begins 6.2023
Consultation with RI | 6.6.23
Saline sono, endometritis biopsy, skin & eye check | all normal
Labs | high TSH, Factor XIII mutation, high %CD56
Follow up | 8.8.23 | prescribed metformin, prednisone, plaquenil, and levothyroxine
Repeat labs after 3 weeks on meds
Follow up | 11.9.23 | Green light!, increase in prednisone, added lovenox
Repeat labs in 8 weeks
Follow up | 1.16.24 | Green light continues
TTC put on pause
Status (WTO/TWW/TTA): WTO
What are you doing this cycle? (Testing? Treatment?): just had my saline sonogram this morning and that went well... waiting for CD3 and Sema4 results, DH has his SA and BW on Friday. RE appointment on 9/12 to see if I’m about to ovulate then... 8 follicles on each side currently
How are things going?: I’ve had some break downs the last few days, but trying to keep it together.
Any questions?: not that anyone can answer... just wondering how tough morning monitoring might get once work picks up
GTKY: What is your favorite way to spend a holiday, any holiday? Eating delicious food I didn’t have to cook!
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TTC 9/2016 BFP 12/9/16 EDD 8/21/17 NMC 1/8/16 at 7w6d
TTC 2/2017 BFP 3/6/17 EDD 11/17/17 DS born 11/25/17 via ECS
TTC 12/2018 BFP 6/2/19 EDD 2/12/20 NMC / BO at 7 weeks, low progesterone
TTC 7/2019 BFP 8/21/19 EDD 4/22/20 CP at 5 weeks
TTC 8/19 IUI #1 w/ Clomid + Ovidrel + progesterone BFN, IUI 2 and 3 w/ Letrozole + Ovidrel + progesterone,
IUI 4 Follistim + Ovidrel + progesterone BFP 1/9/20 EDD 9/18/20
AMA, ITP in pregnancy, vWD type II - low Factor VIII, unexplained RPL and secondary infertility
@mokay19 No the referral has already been sent... 3.5 weeks ago! I’m on some kind of waiting list for an appointment. I don’t really know how this process works, but I was told I’d hear something “soon” and that they were booking about 2-3 months out. I understand why you want to just jump in ASAP and not have to wait any longer. Hopefully you and DH come up with a plan you both agree on. However, I’m keeping FX this cycle is a success and you won’t need to go that route!
@inthewoods23 Sorry about whatever happened at dinner last night. You have a legit excuse to not see them for a while now.. gotta keep that stress down! So excited that you are just 7 days away now!!
@hanshotfirst77 That’s such wonderful news!!
@kpearse99 I love your attitude with all this. It sure isn’t easy going with the flow.. you’ve got this girl! FX all the HIO will pay off for you.
@ruby696 EEekk so excited that your results will be here before you know it. I don’t know how you’re going to be able to concentrate during jury duty..
@nitnat007 You’re right, even though not much is happening now I do need to remember that I’m doing everything I can. I wrote that down so I can keep reminding myself. Happy belated birthday to you!
Sorry your birthday brought mixed emotions. FX this year will bring good things!!
*Edited for spelling
TTC since 9/2018
10/19- First RE visit
2/20- DH had surgery for bilateral varicoceles
7/20- IUI with 5 mg letrozole- BFN
9/20- IVF. 9 eggs retrieved, 9 mature, 8 fertilized with ICSI, 7 blasts, 4 PGT-A normal
11/20- Mock transfer/ERA
12/20- FET #1- transferred one 4AB- BFN
3/21- FET #2- transferred one 3AB- BFP! Due Dec 2021
12/21- Baby girl born!