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Ivf buddies October/November

239 replies

Eggy79 · 06/10/2017 12:39

Hi

I have had my 1st consultation today to start ivf.
Looking for buddies to share information and talk to.
Have been told my amh is very low, and I have 20% success rate.
Appointment with the nurse Tuesday to find out when this rollercoaster starts.

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Rememberallball · 13/11/2017 16:29

Angela, lots of people have said to me that it only takes 1 egg - and we have the ‘advantage’ that they help our eggs (if we’re using our own) along and do all they can to maximise our chances!!

I am now 4dp5dt and it’s single figures till we find out whether it’s been successful!! Am feeling excited, nervous and terrified in a rotating cycle of emotions as each day passes. I am working but have told them the advice from my consultant is to relax and take it easy - and no heavy lifting or stretching for the timebeing - I didn’t think it would go down well but my manager is trying to change a couple of my calls as I’m down to do shopping for clients this week and have to carry it up to a 2nd floor flat - then, at the weekend, I’ve got to take someone out for lunch and they always want us to have wine so I’m going to play the ‘on medication’ fib to get out of it!!

Leanned1305 · 13/11/2017 21:16

Hey all, I am currently going through IVF process with ICSI, have down reg appointment tomorrow, hoping to start injecting Thursday with egg collection scheduled around the week commencing 27th Nov...im 26 and we are experiencing a male fertility issue, just keen to hear other peoples stories, sending lots of luck to everyone x

PinkChocolatex · 14/11/2017 08:31

Angela...as the girls before have said it only takes one, take care of yourself and be kind to yourself xx

angelazul · 14/11/2017 10:13

Rang FC this morning & unfortunately egg didn't fertilise. After yday, I think I kinda expected that

Starlumiere · 14/11/2017 10:16

Awww bless you Angelazul, this is such a difficult process sweetie. Take good care of yourself and let us know your next step when you are ready? Warm thoughts and big hug to you XXX

Coolchick11 · 14/11/2017 10:43

Ah angel this is hard process we are all here if you need to talk xx

PinkChocolatex · 14/11/2017 10:44

I'm so sorry to hear that angelazul...thoughts are with you! And big hugs...xx

Rememberallball · 14/11/2017 11:36

So sorry to hear that, angel xx

struggleisreal · 14/11/2017 13:54

So sorry angel, that is a really tough thing to deal with. Thinking of you - take some time to relax and grieve a little - your time will come xxx

HopeNovember2017 · 14/11/2017 15:41

Hi ladies,

Its so nice to hear some really positive stories!

I started my 2nd round of ICIS today (first buserelin jab this morning) - on a long protocol and can start Menopur on 30th November! I had 2 eggs collected on my last (short protocol) cycle, both fertilised and both 5 day blasts which we had frozen. I have MRKH and will need a surrogate (which we are waiting for) so we are trying to get a few more frosties before we start.

Has anyone else tried both protocols? Did you see any difference in your results!

Thanks

HopeNovember2017 · 14/11/2017 15:44

angelazul - I'm truly sorry that this time wasnt successful for you. Its so important to allow yourself time to grieve too. Thinking of you! x

Coolchick11 · 14/11/2017 16:16

I'm bit confused today had my scan and I have a cyst or follicle measuring 18mm I have to wait for consultant to get back to me tomorrow the waiting game is a nightmare to hear from doctor I had this problem last time and went for transfer so thinking it might be ok

gizmoismymate · 14/11/2017 16:20

angel so sorry. U had your egg collection same day as me.

I've had to take some time to reflect before posting. So we only got 3 eggs. I feel like I was unmediated but I'm sure that's something for later. The EC its self was hmmm. Not too bad I woke in a lot of pain on my right side and needed extra painkillers. I left the hospital in a positive frame of mind as we had 3 good eggs.

So today we get the call. Only one fertilised.. The reason.. There was a mistake in the lab and our other two were damanged before they could be mixed by the lab. They have started a full investigation but right now what can I do but hope my one eggy can keep going for transfer on Thursday... Happy thoughts ladies.

This is our first go so I understand we can do this again at a cost but right now focused happy thoughts ..

I thought it's important to post to others that mistakes can happened and u just have to get on with it... Fingers crossed x x

HopeNovember2017 · 14/11/2017 16:40

Coolchick11 I havent had that before but agree that the waiting is sometimes the hardest bit! Hopefully tomorrow is good news for you!

gizmoismymate - how did they damage them?! I dont think I could be as calm as you - havent heard of the clinic making a mistake like that - you must be gutted! Hopefully youll get some answers quickly! Fingers crossed for your eggy!

gizmoismymate · 14/11/2017 17:12

Hi hope

They said on the phone that they got damaged in the handling of them. hopefully on Thursday I'll find out move. It happened before that got chance to look at them so we don't know if they were mature or anything. Not happy but what can we do...

angelazul · 14/11/2017 17:40

Oh gizmo that is really really shit AngryAngryAngry Are you thinking of lodging a complaint or anything? Fx you're 1 embie keeps going strong!!!

Thank you so much everyone for your messages today. It's been such a shit day, although I think I kinda expected it after yesterday. To say I'm disappointed is an understatement, I had 5 good follicles last week, all measuring really well, clinic was really positive, & I naively thought I'd get maybe at least 3-4 good eggs. So it was such a shock yesterday when they said they'd only got 1. My amh is slightly low, so my gut feeling is that I needed a higher dose on stimms and/or short protocol, but we've to wait a month for our review appt.

For those worried about the actual egg collection procedure, it is fine, just a little bit uncomfortable at times. The hardest part for me was actually trying to get a line in for the drugs - I've got awful veins & they eventually had to put it into my hand (which was agony), but not before trying quite a few others. So I've got some lovely bruises to remind me of it.

I'm not sure how much I'll be on now, I think we need to take stock, & take a good look at our finances before we plan our next step. But I'll be cheering you all on from the side lines & hopefully there'll be lots of lovely bfps soon!!!

Coolchick11 · 14/11/2017 20:54

Just to let you all know that my cycle failed we aren't going to Spain for our transfer we still got our embroys just that my uterus not suppressed enough shocked and upset but wish all the ones going for that transfer the very best of luck

Lucie78 · 14/11/2017 20:55

Angel, so sorry to hear your news. It’s so unfair. This whole process can be brutal. Xxxxx

Coolchick11 · 14/11/2017 21:33

I feel your pain angel good things come to those who wait as they say

notparticularlypatient · 14/11/2017 21:55

So sorry to hear the upsetting news on here today. Angel I hope you get some answers when you meet with your clinic again. I don't think it's naive to hope for four good eggs when there are five nice follicles. Hope you have the opportunity of trying again. Sending good thoughts.

Cool so sad to hear your cycle was cancelled. Does that mean you will have frozen embryos to transfer further down the line? Will keep my fingers crossed for them.

Gizmo what a horrible thing to happen! We all know that people working at the clinics are only human, but you would still think that they would be very cautious with fragile eggs! Your attitude is admirable I have to say. Sending the best of vibes and happy thoughts in the direction of your fertilised one.

I had my transfer yesterday, so now I just wait I guess. I try to convince myself that it's just another tww...

Starlumiere · 14/11/2017 22:25

Just administered myself, with the help of OH, Gonal F and Menopur. Thank god for the videos!! All good but can feel already things happening. Was quite easy but hard at first to do it to yourself, but all good so far 😁. That's it I am in!

Good night all!
XXX

Rememberallball · 14/11/2017 22:35

So sorry to hear your news, gizmo. I hope you get some adequate answers when you go back to the clinic. And I hope they have more than a simple apology for you!!

Sorry also to hear your news, coolchick it’s devistating to get so close but to have the news your treatment hasn’t produced the desired effect.

Starlumiere · 14/11/2017 22:48

OMG Gizmo I am very sorry to hear your news. Bless you, this must be tough, but as you say what can you do which I believe is the right approach. I hope you will get more than an apology like other said. All the best with that.

Angel how are you?

Coolchick11 · 15/11/2017 06:20

I can't really talk at the mo about it blaming myself at mo for another failed attempt even though we didn't get as far last time with our cycle thanks all your messages of support x

Coolchick11 · 15/11/2017 06:23

Not particularly yep still got eggs to transfer but not sure what's wrong with my body at mo cyst or follicle won't know until next scan in couple weeks x