Beginning the IVF rollercoaster

Hi all, just checking in, I've kind of been avoiding any fertility things for a while. My grand plan to lose weight has not worked, in fact I've just been eating bad foods - probably just using the excuse of feeling low, not the best plan I'm sure.

Theoretically my period should arrive next week but they say it can be up to 2 weeks late after the IVF cycle .. time will tell.

We are trying to decide whether to put 1 frozen embryo back or 2, does anyone know if 2 means they 'fight' to stick if you put 2 (so it's not good) or are they entities in themselves? Any one have an opinion to offer? (This is of course IF they thaw - 60% chance). They think there's about a 30% chance of getting pregnant with a thaw.

Bert - good luck with this cycle. My thoughts are so with you. Do keep us posted!

Tulips - far out yes. The babies are EVERYWHERE!! I went to a housewarming recently and there must have been 15 kids less than 2 and about 5 pregnant women. It really hit me hard. One nephew just arrived and a niece around the corner .... don't we all just know how this feels.

Welcome Kelli - I wish you all the best for this journey, we are here for you if you have any questions!

Take care all, looking forward to hearing all about our BFP's

Hey Ro....that totally sucks....huge and I hope you get some good luck with your specialist appointments....

Bombshell
What's the secret to get fibroids to shrink? I've had enough of heavy periods.

Bert
Have you had your first injection yet?

Jin & Tulips.....how are you both coming along?

Hey Tulips,
It is pretty out there that we ended up doing our 2nd round at the same time. Heres hoping that we both have BFPs at the end of it!
It sounds like you will have your result alot sooner than I will. All the best! Sounds like a really good idea to take some time off after the transfer if you are able to. It is hard to know what is the best way to deal with the waiting. It is another one of those things that is different for everyone, I guess. I haven't even thought about what I will do if I get to that stage, but I am very lucky to have a job where I am able to work from home if necessary. I will wait and see how I am holding up emotionally when the time comes.
Can't wait to follow your progress!

Gosh isn't it frustrating when you don't get email notifications!!!!!

Welcome Pluto and GOOD LUCK, it's all we can wish for on this adventure. It can be really frustrating, so hang in there.

Bert and Tulips - I'm thinking of you ... while I didn't think the injections took a toll on me, when I came off them I realised they did! Hang in there too.

Do keep me posted, I sooo hope to hear of some BFP's on here (mine included). Period due next week so hopefully on time so we can get on with a frozen transfer.

Take care

Hi Pluto and BethG
Great to see you posting here!

Wow BethG, that is a large number of eggs. All the best with the thawed embryo!

Welcome BethG - wow from me also, 20 eggs!! Did they all fertilise? It must have been so frustrating having to wait (re overstim threat), but on the otherhand you have lots of options if this first thaw isn't the outcome we all want for you.

I have recently heard of someone who has a gorgeous 6 year old daughter from a 'thaw' so it can happen!

Hang in there as I know this 2WW can be very traumatic!

Wow what a great forum...
I too am starting my first round of IVF, so reading through all the posts hearing all the special stories and thoughts of others going through the same process.

I have been put on the pill for three weeks and then have an appt before I start the Buserelin injections... so I have a big question - who injects the drugs - do I ??? or does the clinic.

Any advice on the whole injection thing?

Be really great to hear from anyone starting IVF treatment.

Hi Tanners

I did the injections myself too ... also a major needle phobe initially. Although I'm also a bit of a control freak so doing them myself was the only way I could've coped!!

I agree with Bert, the blood tests ended up being the worst as it started to hurt after a while - just remember to alternate arms each time you have one as it certainly helps (as well as having nice blood people who are gentle, but you can't control that one)!

Good luck!