Ladies doing IUI or IVF - 2016 (11 BFPs so far!)

[tinselcat]

Oh dear, getting AF-like cramps today. I looked up my dates and technically this would have been CD1 on a normal 28 day cycle, although I didn't start injections until 7 March (so in theory I'm more like at 3.5 weeks).

Not sure whether to take an extra cyclogest pessary today in case? The embryologist said you couldn't overdose on it :-/

 

[MrsS15]

Hi ladies,

I'm on day 9 of stims and had bloods and a scan this morning. I've only got about 8 eggs so far ranging from 10-13mm. I've to continue the injections until Monday and go back for another scan, so hopefully things have improved. They said I wouldn't be a great responder but still feel quite disappointed. Don't feel like my chances are very high of getting some good decent sized eggs, or if they'll even grow! The nurse said my lining is 8.2 which she seemed happy with. She didn't seem worried about the eggs so I'm trying to concentrate on that and not my own worries. Starting nasal spray tomorrow too!

Tinselcat, I've no idea about the pessary but I hope the cramping is a wee baby snuggling in and not AF. Wishing you lots of luck!

How is everyone else?

Xx

 

[lisey]

Tinselcat, hope its a bubs getting snuggly rather than anything else.

Mrss15, did they mention upping the dose? 8 is a good number though and some of the smaller ones can catch up too. On my first IVF, they thought they would collect 7 but they got 11 so sometimes they get more than they expect. Try not to worry.
Are you eating lots of protein? xx

 

[MrsS15]

Lisey, I'm trying my best to eat but honestly I'm not eating at all. I'm drinking about 2lts a day but otherwise I can't eat. I've no appetite at all, especially the last 2 days. I've had one small bowl of pasta and a slice of toast in 2 days. As soon as I start eating something I feel like I'm going to vomit anyone who knows me knows this isn't like me, I love my grub and usually eat quite a lot of protein naturally in my diet. I'm desperately trying to tell myself to eat but I can't shove something down when I'm gagging I'll try have some chicken tonight! Really worrying it's going to be my fault if they don't grow xx

 

[tinselcat]

Thanks MrsS & Lisey.

I was so convinced period was on its way I grabbed some tampons before I left the house & then in the car the feeling I got made me think "that's it, then!"

But it's not here yet. Fingers crossed xx

Hope you feel better soon MrsS xx

 

[lisey]

When is OTD tinselcat?

Mrss15, maybe try some nuts? Not too filling but full of protein. It's prob the drugs making you feel bloated and reducing appetite. Brazil nuts and walnuts would be good for your OH to eat daily too. Myself and OH did during stims and his sample was amazing on the day. Just try to eat little and often if you can.
It wouldn't be your fault. Protein helps but I am sure there is far more to it than that. Lots of fluids is good and you're doing that xx

 

[20percent]

MrsS 8 is a good number and they all sound a good size too! Please don't worry, each of those little eggies will be raising your oestrogen beautifully and that oestrogen will help them all grow and also make your lining nice and thick! Ur doing fine....don't fret!

Tinselcat.....only 4days till test day!! 😁 So excited for u, I reckon uve done it!

As for me, 3rd scan and day 10 and one of my little eggies is getting very carried away! 13.5mm already! Unheard of for me!

The other 4follicles (still a record high for me! ) are all still following my more usual cycle pattern and the biggest is only 6mm. Never know though, my oestrogen is quite high (for me....190, I have no eggs left) so that might just help one or two of the others to get a growth spurt on

Will know more at next scan on Monday

 

[MrsS15]

Thank you both. I had some breaded chicken tonight with a little bit of salad and I didn't feel as bad, I'm now sitting eating some Brazil nuts. Really hoping I feel much better tomorrow! I've said to hubby about nuts and he's more than happy to do that, he loves all kinds! I'm extremely bloated tonight so having a bath then bed with a hot water bottle.

20% thank you. I know it really isn't that bad but your mind goes into overdrive and you immediately start thinking everything that could go wrong. I need to be positive and see what Monday says!
Amazing one of your eggs is growing so well, I hope it's the one!! ��xx

 

[phonixgirl]

Ladies, looks like it's all going well for you

Tinselcat - I think this is it!

MrsS - are you having acupuncture or anything? It might help how you feel both physically and mentally, plus help your follicles to grow. Btw 8 is definitely a good number. I had 9 - only 8 were suitable - and I was told somewhere in the high single figures is ideal. You don't want too many because it compromises quality then (you see some ladies with PCOS getting 30 or 40 but very few end up fertilising). Please don't blame yourself for anything that does or doesn't happen - think of all the people on drugs who get pregnant!!! There is definitely much more to it. Xx

 

[tinselcat]

lisey - I am due to test on Wednesday. I only have the 2 HPTs from the hospital (1 for a week later) so no early sneaky tests for me! Wish I could get my mind off this but it's all I can think about at the mo!

phonixgirl/20% - thanks, I hope you're right!

20% - great news about the little grower! Good luck, I hope it is third time lucky for you!! xx

MrsS - if it helps to think, it's quality over quantity. The time ivf worked for me they only collected 5 eggs. This time they got 13 but only 4 were mature. Hope everything keeps growing well aswell

 

[tinselcat]

Was tempted to test this morning (14 days after egg collection) but held out. 2 more long days to go!

Hope you're all doing well xx

 

[xMillie]

Not long to go Tinselcat!
Got my fingers crossed for you x


I'm cd23, so I guess we could start our next round as early as Friday? I'm thinking it'll more likely be Monday though!
Hubby was asking which day he needs to book off work and shrug because I don't know when my period will be here lol

 

[MrsS15]

Hi ladies,

Scan this morning showed I've only got 1 follicle at 16 and two at 17. The rest are 11 and 12s with one 13. The nurse said it was a bit less than they'd expect even with a low AMH. She didn't sound very confident. I've got my trigger shot and they'll phone me later today and tell me if I've to take it today or tomorrow! I feel so disappointed and I've had a good cry. Trying my best to be positive that one of those will be a super egg!

Well done holding out tinsel. I hope it's good news for you soon!

Millie could all be starting soon for you. How exciting xx

 

[lisey]

What is your AMH level? There are still a couple of days of growth to go before collection. I did some reading on encouraging follicle growth and I read about using a hot water bottle. Maybe do a little reading and those 12s and 13s might be able to catch up xx

 

[xMillie]

MrsS I hope those 12s and 13 are able to catch up, fingers crossed for you x

Try not to worry too much just yet, I only had 3 eggs and 1 fertilised and made it to transfer
I really hope everything goes well for you

 

[MrsS15]

I think it's 4, although I'm sure they repeated it and said there was a decline in it. Don't know by how much. The appointments are always so overwhelming I've been using a hot water bottle every day but I'll definitely look into more ideas and try them over the next 2 days. I'll do anything! I didn't have anything above 13 on Friday and by Monday had 16/17 sizes so maybe over the next couple of days the smaller ones will grow. Even getting a couple extra will help, even if it's only my stress!

Thanks Millie that's really encouraging!

My nasal spray lid came loose and I didn't realise and it spilt everywhere. I've only got a small amount left and need to do it another 4 times honestly having a shit day!! Xx

 

[lisey]

Call them. They will prescribe you more.

My AMH is 4 too. Was 2 to begin with. I was put on the most aggressive protocol though, couldn't go any higher on dosage.
They still have time to catch up, try not to stress. Maybe listen to some relaxation music or hypnotherapy type stuff on YouTube. Helped to keep me focused, calm and positive xx

 

[MrsS15]

I've definitely got enough for tonight and tomorrow morning so I'll get more for the last 2 doses. So annoyed at myself!

That's a good idea I'll give that a try. This is the biggest roller coaster ever I think I'm on second highest plan but they bought because I'm only 28 that I would respond a bit better. I understand they didn't want me to go on the highest and be at risk of ohss but it seems now it's been not enough! Xx

 

[lisey]

It would be very rare for someone with low AMH to get OHSS. I have everything crossed for you and hope those follies get growing xx

 

[MrsS15]

They said because of my age they didn't want to go the full hog incase but then they told me they expected me to be a poor responder. I'm feeling really disappointed in it all thanks lisey I'll let you know. I've not been feeling great today and now seem to have a D&V bug. Just what I need! Xx