Starting ivf and guilt about holiday

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We have been waiting to start ivf for what seems like forever! So many factors have got in the way the most recent being a cyst. That’s gone and we’ve had our nurse consultation and medication is being delivered on Monday. Months ago we booked a holiday to Spain as we didn’t know how long we’d have to wait and just pretty burnt out with the fertility rollercoaster 🎢. I never have periods on my own so was hopeful I could just start when I’m back. But I’ve had pms symptoms for a week or so and I feel so guilty about going on holiday!!! I can’t help feeling like I’m missing an opportunity. The Nurse said they’ll bring me on a period when I’m back it’ll just be a small wait and very much encouraged me to go. I’m holding out hope that it’ll hold off until the 9th when we’re back. Has anyone had this experience before?

Not had the exact experience but in my experience (2 .5 yrs TTC) putting off life for fertility stuff just leads to depression. 1 month will not make a difference overall and holiday will help set you up mentally for the rest of the rollercoaster to come x

We went on holiday between first and second transfer. In the grand scheme of things waiting an extra month is nothing. And the holiday sounds like just what you need to relax, enjoy yourself and take your mind off ivf for a bit. Don’t feel guilty!

Put your emotional wellbeing first. As PPs have said it’s only one month and a chance to unwind ahead of treatment. I took a break (a long one so slightly different) between TTC and IVF and, being where I am now, having just had my first transfer, I feel so much more mentally and physically ready than ever. Enjoy your holiday 💛

Thank you so much. I have asked the clinic if I can take the injections with me am just waiting for them to get back to me. How did you guys get on with the injections (overlap) did you experience any side effects? Xx

No major side effects. I’ve found them easy to administer and they can just leave a bit of bruising. The progesterone can cause constipation but I’ve found OxyTech really helpful for easing symptoms. I think you should be able to take meds I guess you’ll just get a medical note to travel with ☺️