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I think I have updated the stats, but not sure if they have just saved on my phone, or if I have actually changed the document!

docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1D41Fo-H5IzYuhQ_c54Xz1vv0Lx9dMunEeHvard4fkCk/edit?usp=docslist_api

eskimooooooooo clever ovaries!!! I'm super happy for you! Will you need to take clomid every cycle (obs not as you'll be upduffed this month)

Err I can't remember my stats to update them properly... Would ttc 2 ish years do?

Nomio - it seems to be the estrogen that upsets me so no way round that really other than a natural cycle. The good news is that we have 5 frosties so fx won't need another fresh cycle. If we did however I think I would opt to freeze everything and wait a couple of months and then have another FET natural cycle. Xx

Would someone be able to update my stats as its not letting me
Cycle 7, due 26/10/15

Thanks lovelies

DizzyNorth so very sorry. I think your birthday sounds like a great opportunity to get making your bfp!

Eskimo That is bloody brilliant news!!!

Sammy Will contact your shortly, but just wanted to say that I am so pleased you are feeling better. This Journey is a rubbish one but you're so determined and strong. You'll get there!

Thanks for asking Pug. DH has had some blood tests, the doctors are trying to determine if there is any chance of him having sperm. We are terrified. I have to have a HSG but the procedures locally are rubbish; they only do HSGs here on CD10, 11 or 12 and only if it falls on a Wednesday. A Wednesday would seem arbitrary but it's the only day the lady who does HSGs works on. We have a four month wait before we can see our consultant again. In other news, we are in the process of completing a blog to raise awareness. A charity is keen to use some of our writing in awareness week in November so that's when we are likely to launch. We are also looking at putting together a petition. We want to challenge the postcode lottery of eligibility for treatment & funding, and we want clear pathways & timescales. We also want to ask the government to challenge fair costs of treatment. It's a big job but we seem to have lots of support and it's something lots of people feel passionately about, so hopefully, we will be able to start a few waves. I really hope I haven't bored you! I often think my updates aren't really relevant anymore. We struggle day to day but try to stay positive. All in all though, we really don't have any chance of conceiving naturally so we are on hold.

Hope everyone else is well!

I'll update with my stats once af properly arrives. I'll have to update with a change of age this month too

fly I'm still keeping my fingers crossed for you!

Rather weirdly, I've just been out for a run to work off the days frustrations, and (unless my mind was deceiving me) I ran really fast! It just felt completely effortless! Usually right before af my legs turn into lead and the ground turns into porridge!!!

Ahhhh hello endorphins, I can rely on you to make me feel better....lol

Hi pixa! I'm in awe of you channelling your efforts into doing something so positive when most of us would be in bits. Hats off to you and your DP. I'll be interested in seeing your blog when you're up and running. Of course your updates are still relevant! Please stick around!

DizzyNorth I am envious, I haven't been for a good run in ages. Please don't be in awe! I wish I could say it was all for altruistic reasons, but actually we are just to tired and weak to put up with insensitive comments or crappy service. Ha ha. We are also both control freaks. Doing this gives us a feeling of control back.

Thank you for your kind words. I always do feel like a bit of an intruder but do love to lurk. I need to see you all get bfps very soon.

Thanks the pug I do love how many people there are still here cheering us on. It really helps.

sammy is this natural cycle ivf you are having now? Less simulation? Please you are feeling better, I shed a tear for you and I don't even really know you. I can't imagine how emotional this must be for you. Your time will come. I am sure of it. X

Thank you so much everyone. I've just got in from Open Evening at our school, and it's lovely to read all of your comments. DizzyN and Kir I still have to take the clomid. The secretary is getting me another prescription, as I used all my pills. It should be ready to pick up at the beginning of next week. I have no idea when I ovulated (it's so weird typing that!), as I'd given up on this cycle, as you know, so I didn't use OPKs and I never temp anyway. If I ovulated on CD14, and have a 14 day LP, then AF should be due on Tuesday. Hope I have the prescription by then, as I'll need to start taking it again on CD2.

Pixa I know exactly what you mean about feeling like you are an intruder. I often had nothing to report and felt like I had nothing to look forward to, so my posts would only bring people down. I check this thread every day, more than once, but only post sporadically. What I would say is that I, and a lot of others on here, I suspect, love to hear from you and hugely enjoy your company. Please don't stop posting. Whatever journey we are on, each one is slightly different, but we are in this together and we are always here for you.

Flyby Good luck for testing on Sunday. Hope AF stays away for you!

DizzyN Sorry for AF. How was your training? Make the most of your birthday and get lots of CoC in!

Nomio Have a good evening. Make sure you bite your lip

Sammy It sounds like you have a plan in place. I'm keeping everything crossed for you, I really am.

Pug!! So good to hear from you! How are you? Hope everything is going swimmingly well for you x x x

Boris - yes it will be natural cycle. I'm a bit nervous of getting the timings right, but am experienced now in opks so should be ok. Waiting to hear from the clinic to get all the details on how it works. Just want AF to hurry up so we can get on with it.

I find myself getting emotional about people's stories on here too, crazy seeing as I don't even know your real names. But I truely feel like you're all my friends, you guys know so much more than my RL friends.

Thank you Pixa - I too will be very interested to read your blog. Dh and I have discussed contacting someone regarding how ridiculous it is that we can't do a frozen cycle with our existing embryos on the nhs. We'd have to start all over again on a fresh cycle, and leave 4 good ones in the freezer. I am likely to be ill again which will cost the nhs way more than if we just did a FET! Xx

Side note - does anyone know how you see private messages on the new app? Xx

Sammy Will you be scanned to check for follicles? x x

I think so, I don't really know!
The only thing I asked was 'what if I miss time it and ovulate naturally' and the nurse said 'we'll that's what we want you to do'. That's if you meant during the natural treatment cycle?

I had one mature follicle at yesterday's scan so she thought I might ov from that, then af will be roughly 2 weeks. Need to get on the opks really I guess. Xx

Sammy, I keep forgetting to tell you, our PCT absolutely insist that you have to use any frozen embryos you already have when doing your NGS goes. They won't do a fresh cycle if you have any. It is ridiculous that everywhere has different rules.

Pixa, I think you are amazing! You have been through so much pain & disappointment, yet instead of falling apart, you are trying to change things. I would be really interested in helping out in any way possible. Please don't stop posting. Your journey might be a bit slower than some, but I am sure you will soon be a mummy one way or another.

Hello everyone. I've gathered all my strength to come back on here. I had a mmc which was discovered at my 12 week scan 3 weeks ago. Had the mc last week and been wallowing in self pity but have been lurking. Will be getting back to ttc as soon as we can and will read back properly tomorrow to catch up with you all.

DizzyMerry I am sending you so much love & support right now. I am so sorry you have had to go through that. We are here for you. X

Oh DizzyM, I'm so sorry to hear that. There's nothing we can say, but know we're all here for, and thinking of,you. Xx

Nomio - that's crazy how wildly different the rules are from one area to the next. I think yours has I right though, at least they're not wasting money. Xx

Oh DizzyM I'm so so very sorry for your loss. I was thinking about you earlier and thinking it had been a while since we heard from you. Like Pixa and Sammy have said, we are here for you.

Oh dizzym I am so very sorry. We are here when ever you are ready to join in again. Big hug to you lovely.

pixa lovely that you still hang out with us. Thank you for sticking around. Your wisdom and character is such a lovely addition. X

DizzyM, I am so sorry to hear that. I can't imagine what you must be going through right now. We are here for you whenever you feel able to come back properly. X

Thank you lovelies. The grads have been very supportive and I know I can always rely on you guys for support and advice. It's still quite raw but I'm taking one day at a time.

Hurray for ovulation eskimo that must be such a huge relief. That bfp isn't far now.

Sorry about your IVF being abandoned sammy. I hope the natural cycle goes well.

I think you're awesome pixa to be putting your energy into doing something constructive. Raising awareness and campaigning for change is a task that needs huge positive energy, determination and motivation which not many people with struggles have. You're amazing and I too will help in any way possible.

Oh dizzym I am so so sorry to hear that. We're here when you need to talk. Take care of yourself for now

Evening all! After a ridiculously busy couple of days, I've finally managed to grab a few minutes to catch back up. I'm lying in bed, using my phone and, even though I only read through a few minutes ago, Ive already forgotten half the comments I wanted to make. Should have some time on the laptop tomorrow so will try again then, but just wanted to say I'm thinking about everyone whose having a crap time at the moment, and also to say Pixa, what you're doing is totally awesome!

Dizzy, I'm so so sorry. Thinking of you