Chellie - I know how you feel. I have PCOS and AF likes to play keep away with me as well, and tease me with spotting. Hard to know if day 1 is really day 1 that way. Hang in there, should be soon.
AFM - we have a beautiful blast on board. Beta is May 2nd. From my calcs that is 11 days from now, is that enough?
We don't know if we have any for the freezer yet. The others did not make it to blast yet, but Dr. M. says they are giving them another day to see what happens. Grow embabies grow, you need to make it to the freezer!
And on that note, going to be a couch potato for the rest of the weekend. Have a good weekend ladies!
Anyone currently cycling in MFC?
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#76
judes
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Posted 21 April 2012 - 02:51 PM
Me: 34 Him: 35
Married since 2006 TTC ever since
Diagnosis: PCOS
For complete history, see about me.
2012
IVF 1.3
12/26 - Mackenzie born 7:54 am, 6 lbs 3 oz
2013 - Project sibling
IVF 2.1
4/17 - consult - Project sibling is a go. same protocol as last time pending bloodwork and sonohysterogram.
Projected beginning of cycle - August 2013.
5/8 - sonohysterogram: tubes clear, no residual placental tissue, ovaries still polycystic. Green light to cycle when ready.
8/9 - baseline scan. begin meds, 150 puregon, 50 menopur
8/13 - add orgalutran
8/18 - trigger half ovidrel, half hcg
8/20 - ER - 17 retrieved. 8/21 - 8 mature, 7 fertilised
8/23 - ET - One 8-cell grade 2 embryo transfered
8/26 - One embaby made it to the freezer!
9/1 - HPT - BFP!!!!
9/5 - Beta - 295!
9/9 - Beta - 1550!
9/18 - we have a heartbeat. Little Shrimp is 4.5mm and heart is beating at 109 bpm
10/25 - Turns out Little Shrimp is actually Little Shrimps! We had identical twins! Twin A 174 bpm, Twin B 183 bpm. Both measuring 11wks + 4 days
11/1 - NT scan. 1.5 and 1.6mm. Twins both measuring 12wks + 5 days, 2 days ahead.
Week 24 - put on modified bed rest due to softening of the cervix
Week 27 - hospitalised with pre-term contractions
Week 29 - put on strict bed rest
Seamus and Ronan born March 13 at 31 weeks and 2 days
Ronan came home April 7 and Seamus came home April 11.
My blog - Geeky.Mama.Life
My YouTube channel - Geeky Mama Life
My day in the life vlog - Geeky.Mama.Vlogs
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GratefulMommy
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Posted 21 April 2012 - 03:48 PM
Great news Judes! Grow embies grow!!!
Where do I start?
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal.
April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg
Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal. April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
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Posted 21 April 2012 - 05:08 PM
Yay Judes!!!
Me-28 dh-33
TTC: 2010
DX: PCOS/mild mfi
3 failed iui (femara 7.5)
Ivf/icsi 1:May 2012 ER 12 eggs. 8 fertilized. ET 1 9 cell 3dt- BFN
Ivf/icsi 2:Sept 2012 ER 21 eggs. 12 fertilized. ET 1 8 cell 3dt- BFN
Ivf/icsi 3:Feb 2013 ER 11 eggs. 4 fertilized. No blasts. Cycle cancelled
Ivf/icsi 4:Sept 2013 ER 21 eggs. 15 fertilized. ET 2 blasts -BFP!!! EDD may 27 2014
Beta #1 9/18: 618Beta #2 9/20: 1237
U/S oct 2: It's TWINS
TTC: 2010
DX: PCOS/mild mfi
3 failed iui (femara 7.5)
Ivf/icsi 1:May 2012 ER 12 eggs. 8 fertilized. ET 1 9 cell 3dt- BFN
Ivf/icsi 2:Sept 2012 ER 21 eggs. 12 fertilized. ET 1 8 cell 3dt- BFN
Ivf/icsi 3:Feb 2013 ER 11 eggs. 4 fertilized. No blasts. Cycle cancelled
Ivf/icsi 4:Sept 2013 ER 21 eggs. 15 fertilized. ET 2 blasts -BFP!!! EDD may 27 2014
Beta #1 9/18: 618Beta #2 9/20: 1237
U/S oct 2: It's TWINS
#79
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Posted 23 April 2012 - 06:34 PM
great news, Judes! do you have anything frozen?
Chellie, it sucks about AF, but at least you have a solution!
Lisa, how are you feeling this week? When are you going for an appointment?
DH and I had a great time in New England in spite of the crappy weather
Chellie, it sucks about AF, but at least you have a solution!
Lisa, how are you feeling this week? When are you going for an appointment?
DH and I had a great time in New England in spite of the crappy weather
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Posted 23 April 2012 - 07:19 PM
Glad you had a great time Lucretia.
I'm waiting for Wednesday morning to find out how my lining is doing.
I'm waiting for Wednesday morning to find out how my lining is doing.
Where do I start?
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal.
April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg
Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal. April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
#81
judes
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Posted 23 April 2012 - 07:21 PM
Lucretia - I don't think we got any frosties, I have not heard from the clinic. Glad you had such an awesome weekend.
Lisa - Crossing my fingers that your lining improved and you get a go for the FET.
I am coping with the 2ww. Going between obsessing about every single little spasm I feel and wondering if our embaby hung on for dear life and trying to keep my mind off things. Now I just need to decide to POAS or not POAS.
Lisa - Crossing my fingers that your lining improved and you get a go for the FET.
I am coping with the 2ww. Going between obsessing about every single little spasm I feel and wondering if our embaby hung on for dear life and trying to keep my mind off things. Now I just need to decide to POAS or not POAS.
Me: 34 Him: 35
Married since 2006 TTC ever since
Diagnosis: PCOS
For complete history, see about me.
2012
IVF 1.3
12/26 - Mackenzie born 7:54 am, 6 lbs 3 oz
2013 - Project sibling
IVF 2.1
4/17 - consult - Project sibling is a go. same protocol as last time pending bloodwork and sonohysterogram.
Projected beginning of cycle - August 2013.
5/8 - sonohysterogram: tubes clear, no residual placental tissue, ovaries still polycystic. Green light to cycle when ready.
8/9 - baseline scan. begin meds, 150 puregon, 50 menopur
8/13 - add orgalutran
8/18 - trigger half ovidrel, half hcg
8/20 - ER - 17 retrieved. 8/21 - 8 mature, 7 fertilised
8/23 - ET - One 8-cell grade 2 embryo transfered
8/26 - One embaby made it to the freezer!
9/1 - HPT - BFP!!!!
9/5 - Beta - 295!
9/9 - Beta - 1550!
9/18 - we have a heartbeat. Little Shrimp is 4.5mm and heart is beating at 109 bpm
10/25 - Turns out Little Shrimp is actually Little Shrimps! We had identical twins! Twin A 174 bpm, Twin B 183 bpm. Both measuring 11wks + 4 days
11/1 - NT scan. 1.5 and 1.6mm. Twins both measuring 12wks + 5 days, 2 days ahead.
Week 24 - put on modified bed rest due to softening of the cervix
Week 27 - hospitalised with pre-term contractions
Week 29 - put on strict bed rest
Seamus and Ronan born March 13 at 31 weeks and 2 days
Ronan came home April 7 and Seamus came home April 11.
My blog - Geeky.Mama.Life
My YouTube channel - Geeky Mama Life
My day in the life vlog - Geeky.Mama.Vlogs
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Posted 23 April 2012 - 07:27 PM
MFC haven't called neither me, nor Lisa (as far as I know) for the frosties, so maybe it is a trend and you may want to call them to find out....
I say if you are a patient person - don't POAS For me - I know I will never be able not to POAS 
I say if you are a patient person - don't POAS
For me - I know I will never be able not to POAS
#83
GratefulMommy
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Posted 23 April 2012 - 07:42 PM
I didn't get a call either.
If you can hold out, I would wait. I never could and had days of disappointment before the beta.
If you can hold out, I would wait. I never could and had days of disappointment before the beta.
Where do I start?
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal.
April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg
Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal. April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
#84
dawnhoping
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- Member
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- Gender:Female
- Location:Gatineau, Quebec
- Dx:Endometriosis
- My Clinic:Montreal Fertility Centre
Posted 24 April 2012 - 11:03 PM
Hi Everyone, I'm new to this group...I'm about to get my first live transfer on Friday if any eggs fertilize. I had 13 eggs retrieved today. : )
Im going to MFC with Dr. Muhutte.
Im going to MFC with Dr. Muhutte.
Age 39. Endo stage 1.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
#85
Lucretia
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Posted 24 April 2012 - 11:16 PM
hi Dawnhoping, congrats on the 13 eggs (knowing Dr M he told you he retrieved a baker's dozen, right ) Are you sure that your transfer will be on Friday? You may have the ET on Sunday if you have many grade 1 and 2 embryos on Thursday. Good luck!
Lisa, FX everything goes well tomorrow.
Judes, how are you doing? 2ww got to you already?
) Are you sure that your transfer will be on Friday? You may have the ET on Sunday if you have many grade 1 and 2 embryos on Thursday. Good luck! Lisa, FX everything goes well tomorrow.
Judes, how are you doing? 2ww got to you already?
#86
judes
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- Gender:Female
- Location:Montreal
- Dx:PCOS
- My Clinic:Montreal Fertility Centre
Posted 25 April 2012 - 06:51 AM
Dawnhoping - welcome! Congrats on the 13 eggs. Good luck and lots of baby dust!
Lisa - Good luck with your appointment today. FX you get a go!
Lucretia - I am doing well. Thanks for asking. How are you doing?
AFM - Just trudging along with my final week of work. I feel exhausted all the time though. must be the gloomy weather we are having. The 2ww is torture lol. I go from feeling like it worked to feeling like it did not work. It really messes with your mind. I had some minor cramping the day before yesterday on my left side, so I am hoping that it was implantation cramps and not my ovary acting up. I couldn't tell where it was coming from. Have a good day everyone!
Lisa - Good luck with your appointment today. FX you get a go!
Lucretia - I am doing well. Thanks for asking. How are you doing?
AFM - Just trudging along with my final week of work. I feel exhausted all the time though. must be the gloomy weather we are having. The 2ww is torture lol. I go from feeling like it worked to feeling like it did not work. It really messes with your mind. I had some minor cramping the day before yesterday on my left side, so I am hoping that it was implantation cramps and not my ovary acting up. I couldn't tell where it was coming from. Have a good day everyone!
Me: 34 Him: 35
Married since 2006 TTC ever since
Diagnosis: PCOS
For complete history, see about me.
2012
IVF 1.3
12/26 - Mackenzie born 7:54 am, 6 lbs 3 oz
2013 - Project sibling
IVF 2.1
4/17 - consult - Project sibling is a go. same protocol as last time pending bloodwork and sonohysterogram.
Projected beginning of cycle - August 2013.
5/8 - sonohysterogram: tubes clear, no residual placental tissue, ovaries still polycystic. Green light to cycle when ready.
8/9 - baseline scan. begin meds, 150 puregon, 50 menopur
8/13 - add orgalutran
8/18 - trigger half ovidrel, half hcg
8/20 - ER - 17 retrieved. 8/21 - 8 mature, 7 fertilised
8/23 - ET - One 8-cell grade 2 embryo transfered
8/26 - One embaby made it to the freezer!
9/1 - HPT - BFP!!!!
9/5 - Beta - 295!
9/9 - Beta - 1550!
9/18 - we have a heartbeat. Little Shrimp is 4.5mm and heart is beating at 109 bpm
10/25 - Turns out Little Shrimp is actually Little Shrimps! We had identical twins! Twin A 174 bpm, Twin B 183 bpm. Both measuring 11wks + 4 days
11/1 - NT scan. 1.5 and 1.6mm. Twins both measuring 12wks + 5 days, 2 days ahead.
Week 24 - put on modified bed rest due to softening of the cervix
Week 27 - hospitalised with pre-term contractions
Week 29 - put on strict bed rest
Seamus and Ronan born March 13 at 31 weeks and 2 days
Ronan came home April 7 and Seamus came home April 11.
My blog - Geeky.Mama.Life
My YouTube channel - Geeky Mama Life
My day in the life vlog - Geeky.Mama.Vlogs
#87
dawnhoping
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- Member
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- 55 posts
- Gender:Female
- Location:Gatineau, Quebec
- Dx:Endometriosis
- My Clinic:Montreal Fertility Centre
Posted 25 April 2012 - 09:34 AM
Congrats on your blastocyst on board Judes! praying for you. : )
Age 39. Endo stage 1.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
#88
GratefulMommy
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- 242 posts
- Gender:Female
- Location:Montreal
- Dx:Other
- My Clinic:MFC
Posted 26 April 2012 - 06:26 AM
That's great dawn!
Judes I would wait a little.
My lining was only 6.8 so, I go back tomorrow morning for another scan. I won't do the transfer if the lining is under 8. This might be my last shot, so I don't wasn't to waste the embryos. Plus, I've cancelled my intralipid infusion in Toronto, so we'll see what tomorrow brings. I highly doubut that my lining grew over 1mm in 1 day.
We'll see what tomorow brings.
Judes I would wait a little.
My lining was only 6.8 so, I go back tomorrow morning for another scan. I won't do the transfer if the lining is under 8. This might be my last shot, so I don't wasn't to waste the embryos. Plus, I've cancelled my intralipid infusion in Toronto, so we'll see what tomorrow brings. I highly doubut that my lining grew over 1mm in 1 day.
We'll see what tomorow brings.
Where do I start?
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal.
April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg
Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal. April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
#89
judes
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- Cyclebase
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- Gender:Female
- Location:Montreal
- Dx:PCOS
- My Clinic:Montreal Fertility Centre
Posted 26 April 2012 - 06:34 AM
Chellie - how are you holding up?
Lisa - FX the lining increases for tomorrow. Have you tried using a hot water bottle? Apparently it helps increase blood flow to the uterus, so it might help with the lining. I did that every single morning and evening during my cycle.
What is an intralipid infusion?
AFM - All's quiet on my end. Got some increased clear discharge and some on and off light cramping. Is that a good sign?
Lisa - FX the lining increases for tomorrow. Have you tried using a hot water bottle? Apparently it helps increase blood flow to the uterus, so it might help with the lining. I did that every single morning and evening during my cycle.
What is an intralipid infusion?
AFM - All's quiet on my end. Got some increased clear discharge and some on and off light cramping. Is that a good sign?
Me: 34 Him: 35
Married since 2006 TTC ever since
Diagnosis: PCOS
For complete history, see about me.
2012
IVF 1.3
12/26 - Mackenzie born 7:54 am, 6 lbs 3 oz
2013 - Project sibling
IVF 2.1
4/17 - consult - Project sibling is a go. same protocol as last time pending bloodwork and sonohysterogram.
Projected beginning of cycle - August 2013.
5/8 - sonohysterogram: tubes clear, no residual placental tissue, ovaries still polycystic. Green light to cycle when ready.
8/9 - baseline scan. begin meds, 150 puregon, 50 menopur
8/13 - add orgalutran
8/18 - trigger half ovidrel, half hcg
8/20 - ER - 17 retrieved. 8/21 - 8 mature, 7 fertilised
8/23 - ET - One 8-cell grade 2 embryo transfered
8/26 - One embaby made it to the freezer!
9/1 - HPT - BFP!!!!
9/5 - Beta - 295!
9/9 - Beta - 1550!
9/18 - we have a heartbeat. Little Shrimp is 4.5mm and heart is beating at 109 bpm
10/25 - Turns out Little Shrimp is actually Little Shrimps! We had identical twins! Twin A 174 bpm, Twin B 183 bpm. Both measuring 11wks + 4 days
11/1 - NT scan. 1.5 and 1.6mm. Twins both measuring 12wks + 5 days, 2 days ahead.
Week 24 - put on modified bed rest due to softening of the cervix
Week 27 - hospitalised with pre-term contractions
Week 29 - put on strict bed rest
Seamus and Ronan born March 13 at 31 weeks and 2 days
Ronan came home April 7 and Seamus came home April 11.
My blog - Geeky.Mama.Life
My YouTube channel - Geeky Mama Life
My day in the life vlog - Geeky.Mama.Vlogs
#90
Lucretia
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Posted 26 April 2012 - 12:12 PM
hi ladies
I thought I will have a terrible day today (given that it is my "due date" for my son) but instead I feel very hopeful b/c Dr M just told me that our embryos were VITRIFIED! So, good news for everyone who has frosties in MFC (Judes did you call to find out?) - everyone's chances to get pregnant from a FET in MFC just doubled!! I cried from relief after Dr M left the exam room....
I asked him how many are we going to transfer and he said 1, unless I want twins (I do want twins!), and I tried to "complain" and told him that I read about the slow-freeze and I am not very hopeful for the success of my FET and then he told me, no , the embryos are vitrified so don't worry too much My lining is 9.6mm today, FET is scheduled in a week....
Lisa, I hope your lining improves by tomorrow, did you try red meat, baby aspirin and fertility yoga? Check videos from Brenda Strong on Youtube for the yoga, I do these exercises on a daily basis. Crossing my fingers everything goes well.
Dawn, any news for the embies today? When is your ET scheduled?
Judes, I think the cramping is a good sign judging by my experience (lots of cramping when I've got BFP and no cramping with the BFN) The discharge is from the Estrace I think..
Chellie, any news on your front?
I thought I will have a terrible day today (given that it is my "due date" for my son) but instead I feel very hopeful b/c Dr M just told me that our embryos were VITRIFIED! So, good news for everyone who has frosties in MFC (Judes did you call to find out?) - everyone's chances to get pregnant from a FET in MFC just doubled!! I cried from relief after Dr M left the exam room....
I asked him how many are we going to transfer and he said 1, unless I want twins (I do want twins!), and I tried to "complain" and told him that I read about the slow-freeze and I am not very hopeful for the success of my FET and then he told me, no , the embryos are vitrified so don't worry too much
My lining is 9.6mm today, FET is scheduled in a week....Lisa, I hope your lining improves by tomorrow, did you try red meat, baby aspirin and fertility yoga? Check videos from Brenda Strong on Youtube for the yoga, I do these exercises on a daily basis. Crossing my fingers everything goes well.
Dawn, any news for the embies today? When is your ET scheduled?
Judes, I think the cramping is a good sign judging by my experience (lots of cramping when I've got BFP and no cramping with the BFN) The discharge is from the Estrace I think..
Chellie, any news on your front?
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dawnhoping
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- Location:Gatineau, Quebec
- Dx:Endometriosis
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Posted 26 April 2012 - 01:38 PM
Hi Lucretia,
I'm due for transfer tomorrow (friday). Dr. M will be transferring two. I wasn't sure does that mean that my egg quality is lower since they aren't waiting until Sunday? I'm glad they are doing more than one, but do multiple embryos have a harder time succeeding?
Since the retrieval my stomach is super bloated and sore. Is that normal? I thought maybe it's just to do with the medication that maybe made me a bit constipated or something. Anyone else get that? I've had a tiny little bit of pinkish brown mucous, but not much. no bleeding of any kind. is that normal after retrieval?
I'm due for transfer tomorrow (friday). Dr. M will be transferring two. I wasn't sure does that mean that my egg quality is lower since they aren't waiting until Sunday? I'm glad they are doing more than one, but do multiple embryos have a harder time succeeding?
Since the retrieval my stomach is super bloated and sore. Is that normal? I thought maybe it's just to do with the medication that maybe made me a bit constipated or something. Anyone else get that? I've had a tiny little bit of pinkish brown mucous, but not much. no bleeding of any kind. is that normal after retrieval?
Age 39. Endo stage 1.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
#92
judes
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Posted 26 April 2012 - 03:20 PM
Lucretia - So glad to hear they now use vitrification. What a relief! Suzanne is supposed to check and get back to me. I have not heard from her yet. I'll call her tomorrow if I don't hear anything by tomorrow noon. I don't know if i would describe what i had as in lots of cramping. Its more like a twinge every now and then and sometimes it feels like there are butterflies in there.
Dawnhoping - I had the same thing happen to me, prolly a very mild case of OHSS. The only thing that helps is lots of fluids, gatorade and V8 for the salt, potassium and electrolytes. Rest is very important. I slept for 2 days. It will pass. Progesterone can make you constipated as well, so prune juice, dried apricots helped me. The pinkish brown mucus is just dried up blood from ER passing, unless you are using crinone in which case it can irritate and cause bleeding, but don't worry too much as long as you are not gushing or something. Good luck with your ET!
Dawnhoping - I had the same thing happen to me, prolly a very mild case of OHSS. The only thing that helps is lots of fluids, gatorade and V8 for the salt, potassium and electrolytes. Rest is very important. I slept for 2 days. It will pass. Progesterone can make you constipated as well, so prune juice, dried apricots helped me. The pinkish brown mucus is just dried up blood from ER passing, unless you are using crinone in which case it can irritate and cause bleeding, but don't worry too much as long as you are not gushing or something. Good luck with your ET!
Me: 34 Him: 35
Married since 2006 TTC ever since
Diagnosis: PCOS
For complete history, see about me.
2012
IVF 1.3
12/26 - Mackenzie born 7:54 am, 6 lbs 3 oz
2013 - Project sibling
IVF 2.1
4/17 - consult - Project sibling is a go. same protocol as last time pending bloodwork and sonohysterogram.
Projected beginning of cycle - August 2013.
5/8 - sonohysterogram: tubes clear, no residual placental tissue, ovaries still polycystic. Green light to cycle when ready.
8/9 - baseline scan. begin meds, 150 puregon, 50 menopur
8/13 - add orgalutran
8/18 - trigger half ovidrel, half hcg
8/20 - ER - 17 retrieved. 8/21 - 8 mature, 7 fertilised
8/23 - ET - One 8-cell grade 2 embryo transfered
8/26 - One embaby made it to the freezer!
9/1 - HPT - BFP!!!!
9/5 - Beta - 295!
9/9 - Beta - 1550!
9/18 - we have a heartbeat. Little Shrimp is 4.5mm and heart is beating at 109 bpm
10/25 - Turns out Little Shrimp is actually Little Shrimps! We had identical twins! Twin A 174 bpm, Twin B 183 bpm. Both measuring 11wks + 4 days
11/1 - NT scan. 1.5 and 1.6mm. Twins both measuring 12wks + 5 days, 2 days ahead.
Week 24 - put on modified bed rest due to softening of the cervix
Week 27 - hospitalised with pre-term contractions
Week 29 - put on strict bed rest
Seamus and Ronan born March 13 at 31 weeks and 2 days
Ronan came home April 7 and Seamus came home April 11.
My blog - Geeky.Mama.Life
My YouTube channel - Geeky Mama Life
My day in the life vlog - Geeky.Mama.Vlogs
#93
dawnhoping
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Posted 26 April 2012 - 04:47 PM
Thanks Lucretia,
Ya I think I'm just hugely constipated. It's either from the Progesterone or from the meds given at the time of retrieval. I was pretty ok before that. Hopefully it clears by tomorrow. It makes me worry that it will interfere with implantation. My belly is so swollen looking, I look like I'm already pregnant. ha! These hormones sure do a number on a girl's body don't they! Oh well, it will all be worth it in the end result : )
Ya I think I'm just hugely constipated. It's either from the Progesterone or from the meds given at the time of retrieval. I was pretty ok before that. Hopefully it clears by tomorrow. It makes me worry that it will interfere with implantation. My belly is so swollen looking, I look like I'm already pregnant. ha! These hormones sure do a number on a girl's body don't they! Oh well, it will all be worth it in the end result : )
Age 39. Endo stage 1.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
Cycle 1 - stopped after 4 days meds. 16 follicles, 1 maturing, 15 not responding to meds - cancelled cycle meds
(oops.. I didn't put Puregon in fridge)
Cycle 2 - 1st U/S shows 9 follicles, med dose increased purgeon 200iu, menopur 150iu, Estrace 6 tabs 1st 3 days.
2nd U/S shows 6 good sized follicles 11-16 and several smaller, uterine lining looks good, scheduled transfer for Tuesday 24
04/24 - day of retrieval, 13 eggs collected, start EGN pills and PG shots
04/25 - 8 mature, 4 fert.
04/26 - embies progressing at normal rate, ET scheduled for Friday
04/27 - ET, Two transferred, one Grade 1-2, one grade 2-3
04/28 - resting and eating well, waiting and hoping
04/29 - waiting, waiting, waiting
04/30 - waiting, waiting, waiting
05/01 - still waiting
05/03 - me and my super high libido are still waiting...the agony!
05/04 - libido returns to normal....mild cramping...still waiting
05/05 - light brown spotting - im freeking out!
05/06 - still spotting....pinkish brown....freeking out more!
05/07 - little bit of brown spotting. RE told me to double progesterone dose. HPT shows faint second line.
05/07 bloodtest1 early - 10dp3dt HCG at 22
05/09 bloodtest2 early - 12dp3dt HCG at 74
05/11 bloodtest3 - 14dp3dt HCG at 240...yay!
05/16-17 fever at night and racing heart
05/18-19 gone. tiny angel went to heaven.
#94
Lucretia
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Posted 26 April 2012 - 08:32 PM
Dawn, I think that most of the clinics do 3 day transfers if they have less than 5 embryos on 2dpo. The grade of the embryos is written in your file so you can ask tomorrow.
After my ER last year I fainted from pain on 3dpo, it should be normal to have some cramping I guess?
Good luck tomorrow!!!!
Judes, FX you have frosties for a future brother /sister to your current embaby Are you going to POAS?
After my ER last year I fainted from pain on 3dpo, it should be normal to have some cramping I guess?
Good luck tomorrow!!!!
Judes, FX you have frosties for a future brother /sister to your current embaby
Are you going to POAS?
#95
judes
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Posted 27 April 2012 - 06:19 AM
Lucretia - Yes I am going to POAS on Monday.
The question is do I spend money on drugstore or do I buy a bunch of dollar store ones? I am generally suspicious of dollar store things, has anyone used them and had success?
The question is do I spend money on drugstore or do I buy a bunch of dollar store ones? I am generally suspicious of dollar store things, has anyone used them and had success?
Me: 34 Him: 35
Married since 2006 TTC ever since
Diagnosis: PCOS
For complete history, see about me.
2012
IVF 1.3
12/26 - Mackenzie born 7:54 am, 6 lbs 3 oz
2013 - Project sibling
IVF 2.1
4/17 - consult - Project sibling is a go. same protocol as last time pending bloodwork and sonohysterogram.
Projected beginning of cycle - August 2013.
5/8 - sonohysterogram: tubes clear, no residual placental tissue, ovaries still polycystic. Green light to cycle when ready.
8/9 - baseline scan. begin meds, 150 puregon, 50 menopur
8/13 - add orgalutran
8/18 - trigger half ovidrel, half hcg
8/20 - ER - 17 retrieved. 8/21 - 8 mature, 7 fertilised
8/23 - ET - One 8-cell grade 2 embryo transfered
8/26 - One embaby made it to the freezer!
9/1 - HPT - BFP!!!!
9/5 - Beta - 295!
9/9 - Beta - 1550!
9/18 - we have a heartbeat. Little Shrimp is 4.5mm and heart is beating at 109 bpm
10/25 - Turns out Little Shrimp is actually Little Shrimps! We had identical twins! Twin A 174 bpm, Twin B 183 bpm. Both measuring 11wks + 4 days
11/1 - NT scan. 1.5 and 1.6mm. Twins both measuring 12wks + 5 days, 2 days ahead.
Week 24 - put on modified bed rest due to softening of the cervix
Week 27 - hospitalised with pre-term contractions
Week 29 - put on strict bed rest
Seamus and Ronan born March 13 at 31 weeks and 2 days
Ronan came home April 7 and Seamus came home April 11.
My blog - Geeky.Mama.Life
My YouTube channel - Geeky Mama Life
My day in the life vlog - Geeky.Mama.Vlogs
#96
Lucretia
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Posted 27 April 2012 - 08:29 AM
I use internet cheapies and I think they are ok, but I've never used FR or ClearBlue so I can't compare. Last year b/n my beta and first u/s I was out of internet bought tests (POASed like crazy ) and I bought a bunch of Dollarama ones and they worked as well.
) and I bought a bunch of Dollarama ones and they worked as well.
#97
Heregoesnothing
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Heregoesnothing
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- My Clinic:Canada
Posted 27 April 2012 - 10:48 AM
Hello ladies! Looks like I'm in! Appointment on Monday - for u/s... if all goes well, short protocol here I come!
(thanks for showing me this thread lucretia!)
Looking forward to meeting you all!
(thanks for showing me this thread lucretia!)
Looking forward to meeting you all!
May 2013 - We welcome our baby boy
Nov. 28th 2015 - We welcome our baby girl
3 day 3 embryos on ice
For a more detailed look on my cycles, visit my 'about me' page
#98
Lucretia
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Posted 27 April 2012 - 10:54 AM
welcome Heregoesnothing, I am so excited you are joining our little group. Good luck on Monday and FX for a nice AFC!!!
Lisa, any news?
Lisa, any news?
#99
judes
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Posted 27 April 2012 - 11:38 AM
Welcome Heregoesnothing! Good luck with your cycle!
Lisa - How goes?
Lisa - How goes?
Me: 34 Him: 35
Married since 2006 TTC ever since
Diagnosis: PCOS
For complete history, see about me.
2012
IVF 1.3
12/26 - Mackenzie born 7:54 am, 6 lbs 3 oz
2013 - Project sibling
IVF 2.1
4/17 - consult - Project sibling is a go. same protocol as last time pending bloodwork and sonohysterogram.
Projected beginning of cycle - August 2013.
5/8 - sonohysterogram: tubes clear, no residual placental tissue, ovaries still polycystic. Green light to cycle when ready.
8/9 - baseline scan. begin meds, 150 puregon, 50 menopur
8/13 - add orgalutran
8/18 - trigger half ovidrel, half hcg
8/20 - ER - 17 retrieved. 8/21 - 8 mature, 7 fertilised
8/23 - ET - One 8-cell grade 2 embryo transfered
8/26 - One embaby made it to the freezer!
9/1 - HPT - BFP!!!!
9/5 - Beta - 295!
9/9 - Beta - 1550!
9/18 - we have a heartbeat. Little Shrimp is 4.5mm and heart is beating at 109 bpm
10/25 - Turns out Little Shrimp is actually Little Shrimps! We had identical twins! Twin A 174 bpm, Twin B 183 bpm. Both measuring 11wks + 4 days
11/1 - NT scan. 1.5 and 1.6mm. Twins both measuring 12wks + 5 days, 2 days ahead.
Week 24 - put on modified bed rest due to softening of the cervix
Week 27 - hospitalised with pre-term contractions
Week 29 - put on strict bed rest
Seamus and Ronan born March 13 at 31 weeks and 2 days
Ronan came home April 7 and Seamus came home April 11.
My blog - Geeky.Mama.Life
My YouTube channel - Geeky Mama Life
My day in the life vlog - Geeky.Mama.Vlogs
#100
GratefulMommy
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Posted 27 April 2012 - 05:25 PM
Hi Heregoesnothing. Welcome to our little group. I'm a teacher too. It's so hard to be private with fertility issues.
Judes I've tried Internet cheapies and first response. I like first response but they are so expensive.
AFM my cycle is canceled. My lining was 9 but not trilayred.
I'm glad that we canceled. I really didn't want to waste my embies.
So, 7 days of provera then I hope to get AF to cycle again.
Judes I've tried Internet cheapies and first response. I like first response but they are so expensive.
AFM my cycle is canceled. My lining was 9 but not trilayred.
I'm glad that we canceled. I really didn't want to waste my embies.
So, 7 days of provera then I hope to get AF to cycle again.
Where do I start?
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal.
April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
I have an irregularly shaped uterus, I have had a uterine septum removed, I have an endocervical folds that are most probably causing persistent fluid in my uterus, I had chronic endometritis for over a year, a luteal phase defect, I had two dermoid cysts (benign tumours the size of oranges) on my ovaries removed, I am MTHFR heterozygous, and have been told that I may have an "egg quality" issue.You name it, I've got it
Miracle DS born December 2008
December 2009: TTC#2
June 2010: Started at McGill. Transferred to Montreal Reproductive Center- had a horrible experience Switched to Montreal Fertility Center- So happy there!
IVF #1-
short protocolER: April 21/11- 8 eggs, 7 mature 5 embryosOn day 3: 4x4 cell grade 2 and 1x2 cell grade 15 day transfer of 1 blast on April 26/11 (two surprise blast frosties)
Beta on May 6/11. BFN
June 2011: On the waiting list for adoption from South Korea
July 2011:Persistent chronic endometritis (endometrial inflammation from a complication post c-section) finally cured!
FET #1:
September 8th 2011- transfer of 2 blasts
Beta on September 19/11 BFN
IVF #2-
short protocol againER: Oct. 5/11- 13 eggs collected, 11 mature and fertilized2DPER- : 11 embryos were grades 2&3 and 2,3,4 and 5 cells
Oct. 10/11 5 day transfer of 1 blast.
Two blast frosties
Beta on October 20/11 BFN
Consultation @OVO- October 2011.
Re-consulted @McGill. Staying with MFC for now.
Operative hysteroscopy with Dr. M on February 23, 2012 to hopefully remove and endocervical cyst or polyp. --- no cyst or polyp, but endocervical folds were found that are most probably damage from a cerclage from my previous pregnancy. The folds cannot be removed but should not effect implantation.
Phone consult booked with Dr. Librach, a reproductive immunologist, to explore possible immune issues. (Feb. 16, 2012) rescheduled for February 28th, 2012. Dr. Librach said that I most probably have immune issue based on my history and symptoms. With next transfer I will be:-Having an intralipid infusion,-using steroids-Using baby aspirin-Praying that it works!And traveling back and forth from Toronto for treatments along with cycling at MFC.
FET #2
Started Estrace April 9, 2012
Estimated transfer date: April 26, 2012
CYCLE CANCELLED- lining didn't look right even though it grew but only after 16 days
FET #3 (actually FET #2 Take 2)Started Estrace May 9th, 2012- lining not cooperating again :(Cycle cancelled again.
This was our last try before going down a new path...I'm done. My body and soul can't take this anymore.
May 2012: Looking into surrogacy.
June 2012: Now looking for a surrogate
Sept 2012: We may have found the most wonderful surrogate! Keep your fingers crossed after so much heartache (after contacting over 250 surrogates and getting close with about 4 before all contact stopped?)
May 2012: It looks like it is going to be at least 4 more years. Adoption from South Korea has slowed down.
September 2012: South Korea waiting list closed because there are no proposed children. Hopefully things will pick up.
On the waiting list for adoption from Kazakhstan ( looking at a probable 2 year wait.)
October 2012: Called to sign a contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec. In Shock! Might be adopting from Kazakstan earlier than anticipated!
November 2012: Waiting for my surrogate to have her sonohystogram.Signed contract with Alliance Des Familles du Quebec and opened file with SAI.
Starting home study in January 2013.So, right now, it seems like its always all or nothing! Pursuing surrogacy (in the screening stage/pre-contract) and international adoption from Kazakhstan. I'm praying that we will choose the right path. I'm so conflicted and don't know what to do.
Adoption process on pause.
Surrogacy journey: Amazing surrogate passed psych and cleared medically. We will be meeting with dr. M to make plan.
May 2013: Getting ready for FET in a May. I high quality blast to my surrogate. BFN
Took the summer 2013 off.
November 2013: Ovarian stimulation -7 follicles. Only 1 egg
Possible ET to GS Friday November 29, 2013. NOPE. EGG was abnormal. April 4, 2014: Last cycle with incredible surrogate ended with a BFN
April 28, 2014: Submitted file for home study. Collecting documents to complete my file.
August 2014: Still waiting for home study...
Starting home study soon! Stay tuned...
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