Is anyone starting IVF in October 2008?

[wanna_be_preggers]

I was looking for others to communicate with during my first IVF cycle.  I will begin Lupron on Wednesday October 22.  I went through 4 failed IUI's this summer.  I am 34 years old.  I have a daughter who will turn 3 next month.  She was finally conceived after almost 4 years of ttc and a laparoscopy for me and varicocele repair for my husband.  I have all my medications sitting here waiting for the next month.  Our embryo transfer should occur the week before Thanksgiving so we should know if we're pregnant by Dec. 10.  I am excited and hopeful, but realistic.  I know this procedure only carries a 50% success rate for any given cycle.  Any others out there starting IVF soon?  Add me as a friend and we'll keep in touch!

[2009baby]

Hi girls ~ joining in here ~ read most of thread and feel all your pain.  I've been TTC for over a year, and desperately trying to stay calm....not working.  I am now "in between" cycles/taking one off for the shut-down of my RE's ofice, and then it's back to my relationship with the US machine.

HOPING I will be able to bring a new life into the New Year.

Sending along baby wishes for all.....

[wanna_be_preggers]

Lolagirl~anxious to hear your results.  You have a great attitude, and that's all you need to get through this, no matter what the end result!  Good luck to you.

Jezebel~who knows what that pain was.  It could have  been anything, I am sure it was nothing to be concerned about.  Keep us updated on your numbers as you get them!  Excited for you.

Me~seeing doc again Friday.  My weight and belly size have remained about the same but the fluid seems to be slowing down now and it seems to be redistributing around my "flank" and upper legs/pubic area, also my lower back.  I think the fluid is going into the surrounding tissue now and hopefully that means it will get resorbed eventually.  I know it will.  The fluid could possibly take another couple of months to completely go away.  At least I am able to move a little easier and I am considering going back to work Monday.  I will see how the rest of the week goes.  If my belly is still 40 inches Monday I probably will not.  I will just wait and see.  This is definitely like watching the grass grow.  It is not a quick process at all!  But worth it.  I am anxious for my third beta Friday. I am confident the numbers are rising but of course that little doubt creeps into your head.  

I will keep checking in!

[lolagirl212]

Hi Ladies,

Koreangirl - I too am so sorry to hear AF arrived. I know it's sad, and a very hard process..don't give up, it WILL happen!!!

jezebel888 - CONGRATS!!! Wonderful news. Thank you so much for your words. I know if it doesn't happen this time, you are absolutely correct. Next cycle I will move forward ONLY if I have more Follies. I knew this month would be a long shot with one follie, then one embie transfered!

wanna-be-preggers - I'm happy to hear that your numbers are increasing, this makes all the other difficulties worth it yes? I cannot imagine having to walk around so bloated and uncomfortable! Do your Drs say it will be alleviated as your pregnancy continues or will the water retention continue? Ugh, I hope not. THANK you also, for your kid words. YES tomorrow is my Beta. I have no feelings one way or the other. In a way I'm so programmed to hear BFN that I wouldn't be surprised. Perhaps I will ;) I WILL move forward if this cycle is a bust and just have to keep hope that it will happen. Will let everyone know tomorrow's results when i get them ;)

[jezebel888]

i can't believe you're going through all this.  did they say it will get better soon?

i just started feeling so nausious past day and i had  a sharp pain on left side of stomach. now the pain is on the side.  i hope its nothing.

take care and hope u get better soon

[wanna_be_preggers]

Koreangirl~I am so sorry.  I understand the feelings you are having right now.  I went through 4 IUI's this summer and they all failed and I was so sad each time.  It is unusual to get a BFP on the first IVF, it takes an average of 3 tries, so keep that in mind.  I know this is a long process and it is easier for me to say than you, but most people are pregnant by the third try.  I am thinking of you so much.  I wish I could wrap my arms around you and give you a big loving hug.  You deserve it.  

Lolagirl~Good luck with your upcoming test.  I am optimistic for you.  Just wait for those Beta results!  Tomorrow, right?  I  am praying for you.  I know you are anxious to get active again.  I am on bedrest for one week and it's driving me nuts.  I am a very active person as well.  I totally know what you mean.

Jezebel~Congrats on your BFP at home. I'd say you're definitely preggers!  Let us know what your beta is!

Me~Saw the doc again yesterday.  After they drained the 3 liters of fluid off Wed, it all came back plus some.  My belly girth has swelled to nearly 40 inches.  I have gained about 12 pounds of fluid in my belly.  They don't want to drain me again since I'm on the bloodthinner now.  I am just waiting it out and praying and keeping the faith.  

Good news is my beta yesterday was 614.  My first one 9 days post 5 day transfer was 169.  My second one 14 days post 5 day transfer was 614.  So the doc is pleased with the rise and will recheck it Friday.  They will schedule an ultrasound for around 6+ weeks pregnant.  Today I am 4 weeks, 6 days pregnant.  I am optimistic!  Trying to stay occupied while resting in bed.  I cannot stand up straight, it's still difficult to walk because of all this fluid in my belly.  You move too quickly and the fluid shifts and it really hurts.  Sleeping is really hard.  I have to prop up, no way I can lie flat or on my side.  I cannot wait to sleep on my side again!  Wow.  I am faithful though.  I am prayerful a lot and close to God and I know my baby and I are in the palm of his hand.  Take care to everyone.  I will keep checking in.

[jezebel888]

very sorry to hear that.  i hope you don't give up soon. it does happen.  were you on progesterone shots?  and did you do a 3 day transfer or blastocyst transfer?

i got a positive hpt last night, but i want to confirm it with blood work in 2 more days.

lolagirl    hope you get a positve soon but for ant reason its neg, believe me meds with more follies have greater chance. don't give up.