The hut of gl/doom: ttc with the emphasis on trying!

[delilahbelle]

A supportive and slightly fluffy thread for those dealing with the issues of ttc longterm, whether with assisted fertility or not.

Mands, thinking of you today. What's the next step for you after clomid? Always good to be looking forward to the next thing.

Devil, fab news about the seven eggs. As pink says don't stress about the percentages just relax and give your cat lots of loving :)

Anna, I was on MG for 5 years and have been off it for about 14 months now. Am totally with you on the chemicals thing - before the pill I had very regular periods and they appear to have stopped within two years of going on it (had a break at that point but went back on because I wasn't TTC and doctor advised I should for periods)

Waiting, I'm a bit of an emotional wreck this time around too. But if your hormones are a mess then that means the drugs are working...

5 fertilised eggs this morning!! All the IVF ones fertilised plus two of the ICSI's. Another massive hurdle crossed

How's everyone else doing today?

Congrats Devil!!!!
Summer/waiting - after the scan later today we have a consultant appt on nov 1st so thinking surgery to check blocked tubes maybe? Or injections to get me to ovulate? How i miss normal periods!!! never thought i'd say that! It's a long journey and everyone tells me we're only at the beginning - doesn't make it any easier though!
Hope everyone is doing ok x

Fan news Devil! Thinking of you and your scan Mands.

I've just had to postpone our consultant appointment as DH had a work thing. It's great he's being so supportive and I'm aware how stressful all this can be for both of us, but it did stick in my throat a bit to ask to delay, even by a few weeks.

Still, not long after that we head off in hols, so lots to look forward to.

Fab news even. Stupid iPhone

Ah that's a shame Chair, weeks feel like years don't they? I always try to tell myself it's not a race but it really feels like it sometimes. Where are you off to on hols?

Any news from your scan Mands?

Nothing there that's the end of our clomid journey. Consultant appointment a week on Wednesday. Not feeling too positive today. My best friend gave birth this morning, how bittersweet x

Oh Mands, I'm so sorry it was bad news. Be good to yourself lovely xx

Aw Mands, I'm so sorry to hear that. Do treat yourself. Last time I felt really down, I ate a whole bag of jellybabies... it was quite therapeutic actually! Anyway, treat yourself to the things you love (for me that just happens to mean sweets and chocolate!).

Chair, that's a shame about the delay. When you've been ttc, every day seems precious, doesn't it?

And congrats devil! Good news to hear :-) keep us updated.

As for me, off on holiday with friends to a teeny weeny cottage. Problem is, they're going to want to drink. I'm on day 27, so I'm at that point that I could be but am probably just going to start another cycle again soon. I'm glad they've been regulating more, but I just don't know whether to drink and risk it! It's such a dilemma. I don't usually drink but because we are going on holiday I'm tempted... What do you guys think?

Oh Mands, I am sorry. Spend the time between now and your consultant appointment relaxing, treating yourself, enjoying plenty of hot baths and wine and all the other things you're not meant to have when pregnant and I'm sure it'll fly by. Can't imagine how difficult it is getting that news on the same day as your best friend gave birth. Do look after yourself.

Chair, that is a shame about postponing the appointment, Devil is so right that it feels like a race sometimes (why?! so absurd. why can't we just appreciate this time with our other halves that will seem so precious when we eventually do have children and no free time whatsoever?!! anyway...) Though if you are ovulating just maybe you won't even need that appointment...

Devil, brilliant news for you! When will they be implanted?

Anna, really not sure what to suggest re drinking. I'm in a slightly similar predicament in that this weekend is my birthday and am having some friends over, some of whom I don't want to tell about TTC. Weekend will be days 16/17 for me. I've had odd (sicky, stabby) feelings in my abdomen today and am not sure but am seriously hoping it could be ovulation (mind you I thought that last month too!)
Um - I would (and plan to) basically limit drinking a LOT - just drink very, very slowly and if people are mixing drinks make sure you do your own and just leave the alcohol out. Or say you're on antibiotics.

Try not to worry to much mands stay positive for the consultant appointment when a door closes a window always opens...

mands I'm so sorry to hear that. Their is still hope though as you will just move onto the next treatment. You have every right to feel shit though. Make sure you look.after yourself.

I went to see my Dr ystrdy as my day21 bloodrest is when we're on hols. Apparently you're allowed to have them done at drs tho as you're a temporary resident but they're not v happy about it so I've got to phone and beg.
Thank god It's Friday eh? We're off to the cinema tonight, have a good day everyone.

Mands, so sorry to hear that - do be kind to yourself this weekend. Hopefully the time between now and your consultant appointment will go quickly, and you'll be able to get some clear ideas about the next steps and what they can do.

Happy Friday everyone, hope you all have fun things planned for the weekend.

That's a bit of a pain Waiting, hopefully they'll be nice to you and if they're not stuff 'em

Just had a call from the clinic and embryos are progressing so we're going for transfer on Sunday. Eek!

Wow devil that's the same as me! Wednesday collection and Sunday transfer keep us posted on quality this could be your shot!!

I was trying to remember what your days were pink! Here's hoping lightning strikes twice

How are you feeling btw?

Sick today but not to bad in general. I wake up feeling rubbish for a couple of hours then I'm alright very hungry!

Still not having any tea which is killing me especially since the weathers turning cold but I'm keeping strong got a lot to lose! Very paranoid about a mmc at the mo will be happy when I get to the scan on 29th very nervous just taking it easy.

You planning on going to work in your 2ww? That was a nightmare for me being at home... If you are it'll probably go quicker for you

Yup, back at work on Tuesday. Plan to take it very easy though with lots of working from home. My diary seems to be filling up in my absence but luckily my boss and HR know the score so I'll be able to sort that out. I have to say I am enjoying loafing about at the moment but I suspect the novelty will have worn off after the weekend

Thank you for the support
Wishing devil/pink lots of luck and super positive thoughts!
Happy weekend everyone x

Just popping in to say good luck to devil for tomorrow! The huts cheering u on for a smooth transfer and super sticky bean

Hope everyone's having a nice weekend! Had myself very slight spotting earlier but as usual, nothing since. My body's trying to do something I think, just not quite succeeding!

Aaaw thanks ladies

Flixy I hope your body's gearing up to get on with things and you're having a good weekend anyway.

Night night peeps x

Just popping on to say hello to devil and I'm wishing you all the best today let us know how it all goes wishing you a smooth transfer x

Update: the clinic just phoned and have postponed transfer until tomorrow so they can pick the best blasto. On the one hand I'm pleased my little bobbles are doing so well but waiting til tomorrow means DH won't be able to come with me so I'll have to go alone. Ho hum. Plus I've got to be back at work on Tuesday - I'm thinking I'll speak to my boss and just go in for the afternoon so I get 24 hours rest after transfer.

I think I may have to spend today watching telly and eating chocolate for medicinal purposes

Wow I know it's a pain for you but it's fantastic news they are going for a day 6. Did they say how many of the 7 made it this far?

It was five last time they mentioned numbers but I haven't asked for a couple of days as I'm too scared!