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2 week wait first embryo transfer

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BlueMumma2018 · 21/03/2022 09:46

I had my first fresh transfer last Wednesday. I have stupidly tested from 3dpt and all negative. I am in such a bad place and don’t know how I will cope with doing it all over again. Thankfully we have 3 frozen embryos. I know it could still change but I feel like my period is coming. I feel so depressed and don’t want to see anyone as everyone close to me knows about it - I feel like it’s all they want to talk to me about.

I’m just looking for others experiences of when first round fails, how did you cope? And how many transfers did it take to get your baby?

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SamTTC · 21/03/2022 13:43

You know what, I think as long as we are in this process (however long it takes), frustration and disappointment and even depression are going to be dominant emotions... and it SUCKS. It's okay that it sucks. But it does. For everyone, in different ways. And remember, those meds might not feel like they are affecting you, but they definitely are.

The honest truth is that since starting fertility treatment a year ago, I feel like I've lived my life cycle to cycle. Everything else is on hold. I can't make plans, I can't envision a near or a far future for myself because at this point I absolutely can't expect that I will ever be pregnant, but I also can't proceed with any 'plan B' life options as long as I am literally actively tying to get pregnant. And I'm sure most people going through this process feel exactly the same way.

I think the worst time is always the first cycle (whether IUI and IVF), because it is such a big step mentally and emotionally that you might have waited for or saved up for or really fought for, and if it doesn't work, it's hard to imagine it ever working (even though statistically, the 2nd and 3rd attempt are just as likely to work, and after that they might consider additional tests or treatments that could make a difference).

The positive part is that it gets easier either way - either you're pregnant (and you totally could be, 3dpt is wayyy too early to test), or you're not, but then the pressure is kind of off, you know? It's like running a race and realising you won't finish first, which is disappointing, but then it's like, okay fine, but as long as I finish then that's all that matters.

It sucks, it's unfair, it's a huge mental and physical drain - but you can do it. You're already doing it. :)

ShareLove · 21/03/2022 13:46

@BlueMumma2018 hey ! Congrats on being pregnant until proven otherwise :)
First , you are only 3days past trasfer!
Did you trasfer a blastocyst ? 5 day old ?
I think you are testing too early !
I just found out I’m
Pregnant myself after ivf but I have frozen cycle not fresh :)
I had shadow line at 4dpt5td.
Now I am 11 days past 5 day transfer already .
Also if you did have blastocyst trasferred like me , then actually the period feeling is very positive sign !! It doesn’t mean your period is coming , it’s likely to be implantation ,
I had mild cramps 2-4 days after trasfer. And it must of been implantion :)
You wouldn’t get period feeling so early after trasfer if it was your period xx ask me anything you like I’m here and chin up ! You’re super early to test I promise !

ShareLove · 21/03/2022 13:49

@SamTTC aww so nice and positive message from you Flowers brought tear to my eye reading it as I know how strong we are as woman going through all this ivf stuff xx

SUMMERTIME02 · 21/03/2022 13:51

I know its so very hard to try resist the urge to testing, but 3dpt really is too early. Please try not to worry and treat the result as it means nothing. We have a 2ww for a reason! Wish you all the best to stay happy, healthy and distracted until hopefully your BFP! xx

AliceAbsolum · 21/03/2022 15:11

It's only 5 days past transfer. You have at least another 5 if not a week to go until you can get a reliable result

BlueMumma2018 · 21/03/2022 22:38

@SamTTC thank you so much for your reply. I can’t tell you how uplifting it is to hear someone completely get it.
It’s changed my view on it not working first time. I feel like I put this thing on ivf being the answer to all our prayers for so long and just realising it was totally naive. I also haven’t thought about the meds effecting my moods. I so feel completely guided by emotion right now and not one but of logic.
I hope that this will not go on much longer for you. You are so strong. Women do this in silence and it’s probably the hardest thing anyone can go through. Thanks so much Flowers

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BlueMumma2018 · 21/03/2022 22:42

@ShareLove hi! I’m 5 days past 5 day transfer today. I had read so many people getting positives by now so I’ve just taken it as I’m out. Especially because I read implantation is complete by day 5. Thanks for your advice. I’m going to leave it now and test on otd (which is bloody Mother’s Day!) lots of period cramps but I’m not getting my hopes up now Star

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BlueMumma2018 · 21/03/2022 22:43

@SUMMERTIME02 thanks I am 5dpt today but going to forget about it and test on the right day xxx

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BlueMumma2018 · 21/03/2022 22:45

@AliceAbsolum thank you. Yes this is true. I’ve done a lot of digging around on forums and seen a lot of people get bfp by now so I’ve just read in to it. But who knows I’m just going to wait now and hope for the best xx

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ShareLove · 22/03/2022 03:58

@BlueMumma2018 hey , I don’t know but I have a feeling that these cramps are implantion cramps Hmm you wouldn’t get them so early if it was period Hmm
And don’t rely on the 5 days only , some people implant on day 6,7,8 so you have lots of time ! Or maybe you have implanted or are implanting right now but the hcg levels are low at the moment xx I’d test again in like 4 days if you want to know before your original date then it should defanetly give you accurate answer xxx good luck I hope it’s your time Star

BubbleM3 · 29/05/2022 20:05

Hi everyone,

My first time posting here after spending the last few weeks following some of your IVF/ICSI journeys which I’ve found really helpful during what feels such a lonely time!

I’m 29 and we have male factor infertility.

Currently 4dp5dt (1st cycle) and wanted to reach out to see if anyone else is in their (dreaded) 2WW? Or has had a successful first cycle.

I’d love to connect with you and share journeys.

xxxx

Dru15 · 02/06/2022 13:28

@BubbleM3 Hi!
I'm 35 and also have male factor infertility.
I had my fresh embryo transfer this morning on my first cycle.

Even though my partner is very supportive it still feels like a lonely experience at times.

I'm so scared of doing something to hinder my chances of success! I'm quite an active person and I've really held back while going through the whole process and it's starting to really bother me. I want to swim, apparently big no no during the 2WW, so i've settled for some long walks with the dogs!

Happy to share and chat as we wait to take a test!

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