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[1118]

Hi there,

I have completed 3 failed fresh IVF's and 1 FET, and now onto my last FET tomorrow. We are transferring two. Any recommendations for post-transfer meals, movies, etc.? Does what we eat really matter for implantation? I was careful the first four, and now am beginning to wonder if it really matters. It has been such a stressful time, and I'm feeling a little anxious since this is transfer #5, and the last of our frozen.  Our last FET ended in a miscarriage at around 7-8 weeks. Low and slow rising HCG that was still rising, but ultimately no sac. We decided to transfer two because they are both 3CC. I am 38 years old and we are dealing with Male Factor.

 

Thanks. Good luck to all.

[Thehappyvet]

I really don't know much about the diet importance, although I'm also careful now, before my IVF. I'm following a mediterranean diet, but what is really important is to reduce your stress levels. I know it's easier said than done, but light exercise and acupuncture has helped me reduce mine, and I would recommend it 

[seansgirl]

@1118- wishing you all the best. My only advice is to continue with everyday life but ensure you take time to relax and try and avoid stress. Enjoy being pupo! Im hoping having my FET in a week or so.

[SD11]

1118 - do you have an update with how you are doing? My 6th FET is scheduled for the 28th

[seansgirl]

1118- just checking in to see how youre doing.

SD11- Im transferring on the 2nd. Are you doing medicated or natural FET?

[1118]

Thank you so much for the responses! I am thrilled, cautiously optimistic, and surprised to report that I am 7d5dt and have been getting positives on my hpt. I know its early, but because I found this to fifth transfer so stressful, I broke down and tested at 5dp5dt. They seem to be progressing each day so far (not as dark or nearly as dark as test line, but certainly not squinters).

I am remaining cautious but very happy!!!! I didnt have any symptoms this time around - but funny enough had plenty of symptoms on ones that didnt work (due to progesterone). I am medicated and taking PIO, and estrogen (3mg twice a day). I almost cant believe it, but now hopeful it sticks and keeps progressing.

[1118]

SD1, Seansgirl...and any other cyclers.... best of luck to each of you. Sending many positive vibes.

[SD11]

1118 - that’s fantastic news! Hopefully your line darkens as days go on! On my one and only positive pregnancy I also had no symptoms, so that could be a good sign!

Seansgirl - I’m doing unmedicated. I surged on my own so I didn’t take Ovidrel. I’m only taking progesterone. Vagina tablets and PIO. This will be my first time using PIO. What about for your cycle?

[seansgirl]

1118- congrats on the double lines. Im so happy for you. When do you go for your beta?

SD11- Im on the patches and start the progesterone suppositories tomorrow and the pio on Friday. My lining was text book according to my RE, so Im glad about that. My FET is scheduled for the 2nd. Im getting super nervous. This is our one and only embryo. Did you test your embryos?

[SD11]

No, we didnt test them.

[1118]

All is crossed for you both. It certainly is nerve wrecking when down to the last.
 

My beta is on Wednesday March 3rd. I tested today (8dp5d5) and still looking darker. It's darker today than it was the last time on this same day (8dp) with my chemical.  I'm very nervous. Looking forward to the beta which will be 14dp5dt.  Actually I think my transfer are technically 6 day blasts, but out of habit I keep saying 5dp.

[melissa87]

Hi all! I recently had surgery due to fluid in my uterus and Im starting an FET. I go back on the 2nd for a lining check looking forward to it! But Im also nervous I really hope they dont find fluid!

[Tammy2020]

Hi Everyone, I hope it's not too late to join. Yesterday was my embryo transfer, today is 1dp3dt.

We transferred 3 embryos, all 8 cell, day 3. This is our 3rd FET cycle. Hoping 3rd times a charm!

[1118]

Good luck Tammy2020 and melissa87!

[SD11]

1118 - how are you feeling? Still getting + HPTs? Fingers crossed for you that you get a good beta number!

AFM - I transferred a 3AB today.

[seansgirl]

1118- how are you feeling? I’ll be thinking about you on Wednesday. 
 

SD11- how are you feeling. I will be crossing my fingers for you!
 

Melissa- wishing you all the best. I can imagine how nervous you must be. Keep us updated. I will be thinking of you tomorrow. 
 

Tammy- how are you feeling?
 

AFM- I’m currently on the train heading to Toronto for my FET. I’ve been freaking out worried that my embryo won’t make it through the thaw. I’m praying so hard that this works. This is our one and only embryo. Don’t know what we will do if it fails. I’m trying to stay hopeful but my emotions are all over the place. I’m sure it’s the hormones as my boobs are super sore, my ass is black from the pio injections and I’m super tired. Thinking about you all and crossing everything that this is our month!

[melissa87]

Seans Girl- how did it go? Im thinking of you!

I just had my lining check and its triple stripped and 0.84 Im transferring two embryos on the 8th! Im really nervous! But excited to ! It feels good to know that I have a uterus thats capable of getting pregnant again! I start progesterone injections tomorrow night and then I know reality will set in because they hurt. Any advice on how to make them hurt less ?

[seansgirl]

Melissa- god luck with the pio. I try and massage the area after but my ass sill feel like it has knots. My husband likes to sleep my ass a lot and it doesnt feel nice. My nurse said its quite normal. I also get my husband to do it as its hard to do it my self. I had to do it myself this morning as Im by myself at the hotel but it went ok. My nurse also recommended that you try and pull out more than you need to get out the air bubbles then push the excess back in once you get out the bubbles.. Because its oil and thicker , it doesnt come out the same. Did you test your embryos? Do you know the grade?

AFM- out beautiful embryo survived the thaw and was starting to attach at transfer. They gave me an ultrasound pic and took a pic of the embryo at transfer. My RE said it wouldnt get any better. So Im taking that positivity and bringing it with me. Trying to stay optimistic.

[SD11]

Melissa87 - Im glad to hear that everything is progressing for you and you finally get your chance at transferring after your long wait! Just curious, why are you transferring 2 instead of 1?

Seansgirl - glad to hear your FET went well! Fingers crossed you will get good news in a week or two!

AFM -Im trying not to think about the transfer as I wait for the results. So far its been good and hasnt been on my mind too much. In the past Ive obsessed over it and I know it doesnt do any good so Im trying not to do that this time.

[seansgirl]

SD11- when do you go for your beta?

[SD11]

Im supposed to wait until day 12 which would be March 12. I have a follow up with my doctor on the 11th so if I do a HPT and its negative Ill go on that 10th just so I have my results for my appointment.

[melissa87]

Seans girl- glad to hear about your transfer. I didnt test my embryo and I dont know the grade. At the time it didnt make sense to test them . I was young enough when we made them that well of course they could be abnormal the odds were in favour of the fact that they are okay. Now I regret that decision I wish we tested so that I know they are good.

SD11- with my prior successful transfer we did two. For me it came down to what the doctor thought and she felt I could carry a twin pregnancy if it happens. I had the embryo and really hope for two more children so I figured why not . Obviously I had to read about the risks of a twin pregnancy and really understand it before I made the decision. If I end up with nothing Ill do one next time

[1118]

SD11 & Seansgirl! It's beta day today (14 days past transfer!!). I am giddy with excitement. My tests have been progressing well. My first response test actually has the test line quite a bit darker than the control line! I never thought I'd see the day!  I am getting my blood test within this hour. When I get the results of the beta, I will post! Hope you are all well.

[SD11]

1118 - you must feel so relieved that it worked with your last embryos! How was your beta?

Hopefully 1118s HPT + will be they start or many more +s in this group!

[seansgirl]

1118- omg! Im so happy for you! Congratulations! Fingers crossed for a strong beta.

SD11- I go for my beta on March 11th. So fingers crossed that we both get our double lines!

Melissa- hope the injections go ok. My ass is black from the shots. My only suggestion is to massage the area after. Its is very common to get bruising.