IVF TWW - going symptom crazy

[Torrtoise]

I am 5 days into my TWW following my second IVF implantation. The first time I had virtually no symptoms and could tell pretty early on it didn't work. My period came 5 days before the test day. This time, I am on higher doses of hormones and every time I feel no symptoms I plummet into a terrified spiral that it hasn't worked again, and when I do have "symptoms" they are mild and I am sure its because of the "fake" hormones and not because anything is happening.

I'm with the NHS who have generally been fantastic but they have made a couple of mistakes during this second cycle and I am struggling to trust them. I lose funding after this and have to make a decision about continuing privately etc. I am trying to be positive, and not think too much about the road ahead. Hoping to find others who can relate to this situation.

The TWW can be so tough, especially with all the uncertainty and pressure after NHS funding ends. You're not alone in feeling this way 💛. If you do start thinking ahead, Fertility Mapper has patient reviews of UK clinics (NHS & private) really helpful for getting a clearer sense of your options. Everything crossed for you 🤞

Hey @Torrtoise I'm on the same timeline, I'm 5 day post transfer too, feel like I'm going a little insane as I haven't really had "symptoms" today I feel abit like my period is coming but nothing major. I'm going to test early thought I can't last the whole 2WW!

@waitingforourmiracle Ohh, so nice to relate to someone on the same timeline. Have my fingers crossed for you. What day do you reckon you'll test? I feel insane too, its torture.

Same for you! Best of luck! It's also my second transfer! First ended in MMC unfortunately last year!
I was going to try and hold out until Friday but I think I may test tomorrow haha! I tested 6dp5dt last time! I've like I'm going abit insane this time so I just need to know! What about you?

If it’s causing this much anxiety, I’d test early. I tested out my trigger and then tested posted 5dp5dt which eased my anxiety somewhat x

I caved and tested this morning and got a BFP! X

I managed to wait until 8dp5dt and also got a positive! Woop. So pleased for you. Fingers crossed they stick.
I felt hungover and everything smelt stronger, so I felt fairly confident something was going on down there.

Ah amazing news! Congrats! I've gone test crazy I can't stop haha but like seeing the progression! X

*The feelings gave me the confidence to go for the test! I was worried I'd get a negative before then xxx

@waitingforourmiracle how are you getting on? I get quite stressed when I don't feel rubbish, keep convincing myself its gone.

@Torrtoise I'm the exact same, apart from sore boobs I haven't really felt much so it doesn't feel real, I used my last 2 cheapy tests this morning so I'm going to try and not buy any more! I have 2 cb week detector tests left so once I've done them I'll stop! I'm booked in for my clinic scan 3 weeks today, going to be the longest 3 weeks ever! Hope your okay xx

So happy to see such positive energy in here. :) Congrats @Torrtoise and @waitingforourmiracle on your BFPs!

I'm currently going through the dreaded 2WW (5dpt to be exact) and I'm
trying to resist the temptation to take an HPT. Not sure how long I can stand it, though!!!

@SunshineCorazon24 oh poor you, its the worst.
I was feeling absolutely rubbish for a few days (I was delighted!!!) and then woke up this morning feeling great and obviously went into orbit. Trying to keep calm, might even do a test that tells me how many weeks I am, at 18dp5dt!! Call me crazy....

@Torrtoise id advise against those tests. Really inaccurate.

I gave in to the urge and took an HPT... I got a BFP! Looks like the positive vibes in this group rubbed off on me! 🥰

@SunshineCorazon24 Oh that's just great!! I'm so pleased for you. Magical group!!

Thanks @Torrtoise! Agree that this is a magical group.🙂 I'm over the moon to see the BFP. This is my 4th transfer, and it's my first time seeing a positive result.

I know I'm not out of the woods yet though, so I'm also a bit terrified to embrace this good news.

@SunshineCorazon24 wow, what a miracle to have the first positive!! Good for you. It's so hard to keep believing that its possible isn't it? I know exactly how you feel about being scared to embrace it. But I think its ok to be happy you've passed the first big hurdle! It's also helped me to believe that this one is strong as it has come this far, and to have faith in it that it will keep fighting and growing.

Thanks @Torrtoise. I appreciate that. I think you're right - I shouldn't let my worry take over this amazing news I received.

It still feels surreal at the moment. To be honest, I've never imagined how exciting getting a BFP can be.

I was just passing through (as 6dp5dt with virtually no symptoms and am searching incessantly for similar stories) and couldn't help but smile at all the lovely news on here 😊 hope you're all still doing well! Please send some positive vibes to a girl slowly going crazy 🤪

Good luck @Bunnymum93 !
Unfortunately I had a bleed and miscarried so will be doing another FET as soon as I'm able to, best of luck everyone! X

@waitingforourmiracle I'm so so sorry to hear this, must have been difficult writing it down. Hope you're doing ok, and loads of luck for the next round! We'll be here!
I actually came back here because I had an early pregnancy scan on Monday and all was fine (7weeks1day), but I have been spotting for a few days now and its really scaring me. Was going to ask if I'm a mad woman for booking another scan tomorrow to double check?
@Bunnymum93 wishing you loads and loads of luck! As this group shows, it can happen!! Have faith 😍

@waitingforourmiracle I'm so so sorry to hear that and so grateful to you for taking the time to reply still. I'm wishing you SO much luck for your FET 🤞
@Torrtoise I'm really trying to keep the faith - thank you so much for the luck ❤

Hi everyone hope you are all good and trying to keep positive whatever the situation

we are 10 days since transfer we started testing positive day 6 and have been testing positive since probably done about 15 home tests lol

anyway today my partner had the dr for a different reason and they asked to take a pregnancy test the test came back negative so now I really don’t know what to think but this morning the tests we took were positive and have been since day 6 the entire thing is just anxiety after anxiety

@Hope19888 what day is your official test day? Monday? Do you think you can cope with the anxiety to wait until then? I feel like different tests before then show different results depending on how sensitive they are. It is literally anxiety after anxiety, but sounds like there are lots of reasons to be hopeful! (ie positive pregnancy tests 😀 )