Jan/Feb 08 Cycle Buddies

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Tammy, nice to see you back so sorry to hear you've been so upset and worried about your Auntie, I do hope she is doing better today, staph can be very scary, but I'm sure she'll be fine in a jiffy now that she's on antibiotics. does she know what you and Dh are up to? make sure you are extra careful if you are to clean her wounds- will she have a nurse when she's back at home?- great work on explaining ICSI stuff to bat- waiting and sticky!!!!!!

bat best of luck little lady on your ET today! I'll be thinking about you! I'm glad Dh has come around to the idea of 2 - My Dh couldn't come with me to ET, and we were wafting to and fro about 2 or 3, so I made the executive decision to do 3 -well, the fact that there were only 3, and the RE strongly recommended it -sorta made it easier :wink: I'll be thinking of you!

oh jomae, I am so sorry- that completely sux -to have gone through all of this to find out you have a polyp - yes they should have seen that and worked with you to remove it prior to your ivf cycle- how dreadful :( :x and that you had to go to the hospital -i hope you're feeling better now, and they'll be able to figure out what's really going on- it may not even be an issue as it's on the cervix, not in the uterus -and as for the 1- that may just be the little trooper that's gonna get you BFP!

Rio CONGRATULATIONS!
I started to cry with excitement when I just read your post too!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so very happy for you and DH- wonderful news amazing news HOOOOOORAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY!!!!!!! :D :D :D :D :D :D

aww- weezie- we're all teary with joy here - just read your post
omg! hope Dh is off the shitlist by today :wink: my Dh sits in a chair while i lean, seems to work better- we kinda have a station set up in the middle of our livingroom with a table for all the sharps and for me to lean on, and the chair for him- it looks like a 1930's lab! :lol: :lol: do you take the weight off of whatever side he's going into? TARGETS. hee hee! hey and don't forget the pineapple!

RBJean- good on you !! grow grow grow follies grow- ER on the 5th? fabulous!!!!

Katie hang in there- you've been a great non-POASer so far- hang on till the docs can give you the BFP call!!!!!!!!!!!!sticky!!!

Mia- feeling any better? oo- bladder infection could be a drag especialy since you need to have a full bladder for ET today- hope it's just a thing (actually I peed about every 2-3 hours between ER and ET it seemed like - just so much H2O retention, I guess) I wouldn't worry about the sex thing-
thinking about you and the eggies!!!! (actually, just want you to get through ET so we can razz you about POAS!!!!!!!!!:lol: :lol: :lol: )

KBear- congrats on the strength to resist the stick! I just avoided that aisle completely - guess i'll just have to do without buying any more personal hygene products for 8 more days!!!!!!!!hee hee STICKY!!!

Marin- you're doing great - just keep on track, I know it seems forever sometimes, and you think you're getting close, then the RE says, oh, well it will be a few more days - which seems like forever, but it really isn't - it's just a few more days :) and I know you can do that - and your numbers are going up- who cares how long it takes?

weezie- wtf??? what is wrong with that crazy *****? block her number- call the phone co. and find out how- there is a simple code to dial in and voila, no more calls...- there is no need for her to contact you, ever! especially now when this is about you and dh focus on what you need to do today, put down the ciggies, and think about making a miracle in yer belly!! good vibes are headed your way - take care

Rin- I love 7- it's a prime number, like 1- like the 1 ass kickin' fighter embie that could!! best of luck- is 7 today?

hey corny - good to see you- how are the shots going?

Alex- welcome- I'm hoping for your BFP on the 8th, too! this is truly an amazing board- great place to vent, celebrate, cry, and root!
guessing you're in the UK somewhere?

Kelly hope this one works for you this time, too! cheers!!!! how did you go about choosing a donor egg if you don't mind my asking? also- does this work like an FET cycle for you? how many did they transfer?

so I'm still here- in 2ww, I am still a bit sick, but flu stuff is gone- just got to get rid of this blasted cough- it is making my back ache so much, and it must make the embies think they're in a donkey not me!!!!
boobs still huge- I've been pretty much wearing stretchy stuff for a while, but I bartended last night at a fundraiser, and tried on something I wore just a few weeks ago, and whoa! are my boobs huge! - i knew they got bigger, but it wasn't until i tried unsuccessfully to jam them into a sassy outfit that i realised they are getting out of control :lol: :lol: :lol: the awful achy bloating has settled down, but I'm having a lot of indigestiony feelings which is weird for me -guess we'll know in 8 DAYS!!!!!!!!

alright ladies- great luck with the ETs today those coming up to ER- get those follies a growin' and 2WWers - wait, eat pineapple, drink milk, and abstain from POAS as best we can!

BUMPIN' 08 and lovin' my ladies!!!


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Loopie: No change yet in my Aunt. Yep, she knows everything about us... and IVF. I just called her to see how she is feeling and she would rather talk about whether I am having implantation cramps yet or not. I am starting too now, I think. Ever since DH put his hand on my belly and talked to them a little bit ago...before leaving to do a side job. Yayy! She lives with my other aunt (her sis) too and they are an hour from me...so I wont be any where near her staph.

Bat: How did it go? Looking forward to your update! How many did you end up transferring?

Jomae: I have been thinking good thoughts and sending you great vibes for a good outcome with all of this. I am praying for ya. Keep us updated on what happens. You are too funny washing your notes. LOL I tried to take notes too...but this board moves too fast and by the time I took notes and then typed it all out ...it was old news!! LOL I hope they are still able to do the ET tomorrow and your little guy brings you a BFP! You asked if they fill you with air...my doc had me drink 20 ounces of water 1 hour before transfer so it makes it easier to get to the uterus. Holding that much water for about 2 hours wasnt too bad.

Weezie: Turn off that phone...do not answer that beotch! Take it easy and no packing this week! Have DH cut you lots of pineapple before he goes home....so you dont have to worry about it at all. Heck have him make up a couple of meals before he goes. Let us know how it went today! I am sooo glad it was today...so he can be there!

RBJean: Getting closer! Grow Follies Grow! Keep us updated!

Katie: I cant believe your will power! LOL You are stronger than I will be. I already have my testing all figured out.

Mia: Is it a bladder infection for sure? Are you feeling any better? How did it go today??? I cant wait to raz you about poas too! LOL

Kbear: When do you test? Tomorrow?

Marin: I know it seems like it is taking forever...but all of a sudden it will feel like it just went sooo fast.

Rinnie: I cant even begin to put into words how much I am hoping and praying for your little guy to be the one! I agree 7 is lucky! Your strength through all of this is admirable. Let us know how everything went.

Corny: Sounds like everything it moving right along. I cant wait till you are in the 2ww too.

Kelly: You are right so many different protocols and with each of being different...finding the one that works for you is the key.

Alex: Welcome! The 8th is almost here!

I had a couple of sharp pains on my left side lasting for a few seconds each yesterday...it felt like the embie was burrowing into the lining. LOL Seriously. No implantion bleeding yet. I was expecting it yesterday or today....if I even get it at all. Then today, I am having a little more than usual cramping on my right side. So... hoping this is working. :D
Me~42/DH~48
3 IUI
IVF 1~1.28.08 Zach
IVF 2~4.5.10 M/C
IVF 3~8.6.10 BFN
IVF 4~9.5.10 M/C
IVF 5~10.30.10 BFN
IVF 6~11.29.10 M/C
IVF 7~2.3.11 M/C
IVF 8~Cancelled
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so I'm not really having any implantation cramping - does that mean it's not working????????? grrrrrr

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loopie wrote:so I'm not really having any implantation cramping - does that mean it's not working????????? grrrrrr

loopie
No Loopie! It doesnt mean anything at all. Some women get it some dont. No worries. I got it with my IUI's and I wasnt even pregnant. It is probably really from the progesterone...or wishful thinking. Sorry to worry you like that. But seriously, if you dont get it...you are just normal, then. K? :D
Me~42/DH~48
3 IUI
IVF 1~1.28.08 Zach
IVF 2~4.5.10 M/C
IVF 3~8.6.10 BFN
IVF 4~9.5.10 M/C
IVF 5~10.30.10 BFN
IVF 6~11.29.10 M/C
IVF 7~2.3.11 M/C
IVF 8~Cancelled
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IT'S OVER everybody...we got the call this morning & it didn't grow much more at all, and I'm ok with it. I lit some candles last night, took a bath & meditated....& somehow I knew but was calm.
We are trying again at the beginning of May & in the meantime going to do the chinese med & accupuncture.

The #9 video " women to women" at the bottom of the page on this website is remarkable about how this can help. I thought of Amy with her chemo ovaries.

http://www.taoofwellness.com/news.htm

So I will continue to check in with all of you....I'm so proud of the journey you're all on and will keep sending those sticky vibes.

Kelly & Alex you give me (& I'm sure everyone else too ) tremendous inspiration to keep going for what you want.
Alex i wanted to ask you why they did icsi with donor sperm....isn't that reserved for weaker sperm? Anyway, welcome & I wish you both the best!!!

Bat & Mia Really listen to your gut on numbers today...you know! And sticky sticky vibes :D

Weezie Don't buy into all that drama...the store's closed girlfriend! Turn off that phone. This is all about you right now...you need to enjoy the magic.

Jomae Hang in there!! & watch that video above...you never know.

Tammy & Loopie Thank you for your support & I'm waitin for those BFP's wooo hoooo.

All you Ladies are brilliant & so strong...always remember that! Anything is possible!

Rin
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IVF#1 no ET..poor egg quality...then AP & herbs
IVF #2 BFP chem IVF #3 clinic dosing error so had to switch to IUI, BFP!! A Boy!
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helloooo! wELL, I'M tucked in bed doing the one-handed typing thing. DH just left with my 4-legged baby and they are headed back home. i want to thank you all for the pep talks when it came to DH's ex. I'd block her # if i could, but its a cell phone. He got into her s%$t today :) so i am hoping we are done with her for a while.
so now for the good news.... we had two 4AA BLAST, one 2-3 grade and a 3. All the rest were degenerating. so we took the 2 overachievers and they are snug in my belly :D the RE and embryologist were very pleased with the little ones. and the transfer was like sitting in class. the RE explained EVERY little detail. We got the u/s pic at the time of injection (you can see the little bubble where they were set free) and we got a picture of both blast. DH loaded the boxes, cooked me 3 meals, made my pineapple-banana smoothie and hit the road. i think its time for a nap. i will catch up with personals later. sweet dreams and GROWING STICKY BABY DUST TO ALL :wink:
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COMING UP!!!

ER - GROW FOLLIES!
RBJEAN……………………………2/5
MARIN...........................2/6
KERPUPPLES.................2/11
SAGE……………………………..2/14
DODDO72……………………..2/14
CORNYBABY..................2/18

ET - STICKY DUST
KILDEAN23…………………….2/2

2WW - TEST DATE! BFP DUST
SUGABEANZ …………..….. 1/31 (2 embies) ~~~ BFP!!! :D
RIOGIRL71…..................2/2 (4 embies) ~~~ BFP!!! :D
KBEAR............................2/4 (2 embies) sadly BFN :cry:
KATIEG………………….….......2/4 (2 embies) ~~~ BFP!!! :D
KELLYM…………………...………2/6 (3 embies)
HOPIN4ABABY.................2/7 (3 embies)
CINCINNATI……………….……2/7 ???
ALEX01……………………….…..2/8
JCW...............................2/9
TAMMYS.........................2/11 (3 embies)
LOOPIE....................….. 2/11 (3 embies)
21BAT...........................2/12 (1 embie)
TLOVA...........................2/15
WAITINGFORMIA….…….....2/17 (2 embies)
WEEZIE………………......….….2/17? (2 embies)
JOMAE...........................2/18 (1 embie)
KILDEAN……………………..…..?
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I have a ? for suga and Rio---Did yall have implantation bleeding? I have not had a drop of blood since ER. Not one drop after ET? Im scard. But normally i dont spot before my period or anything like that. Please tell me if yall had it? Im starting to freak out but not POAS to scard. I am going to try to convince the nurse to test me wed instead of Thurdsay since I go in anyways for BW. Plus i want two betas in a week if its BFP vs one thursday and waiting until monday. OK im offically starting the Freak out mode.
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First of all thank you so much for the congrats, I could not have survived the 2WW without you girls!!
I had a big scare last night :cry: I had a steamy dream and I woke up in the worst pain ever, so I think I had an orgasm in my sleep, normally that would be great but last night it got me crying in pain. My insides felt like they were being stabbed :cry: , it lasted about 2 mins. I am still really bloated and swollen and feel every little thing such as food or gas :oops: (TMI). So I think that my orgasm triggered some chain reaction in there. Now I am in a panic, could having had an orgasm on 12days past transfer cause me to miscarry? I am terrified, what's your opinion? I am not sure I even had one but I think I did and I woke up and knew I had been dreaming... DH said he doesn't think so but I am so scared I did somethingto lose :cry: our baby!

Rin- I am so sorry sweetie, :cry: my heart aches for you. You are a very strong woman and I admire you. I really wish you all the best and I will be praying for your May cycle to give you your miracle :D .
Kbear/KatieG/KellyM – you girls are the next BFPs :D ! Stay away from POAS, if you can! It will be here soon – even if you are counting the minutes!
Mia/21bat – I am at the edge of my seat waiting to see how your ETs went – sticky baby dust for you! :D
Mia-I hope you feel better, I was in so much pain after ER, I had to take vicodin cause my insides were so swollen, maybe you ovaries got swollen too?
Marin – I am so sorry you had to go to a friend’s funeral while going through all this, I hope that your follies grow healthy, praying for you! You have great strength! :D
Weezie – I sent you a pm, hope the evil ex left you alone last night and that you did not let her get you stressed, you are picking up your babies! 2 embies – wooo-hooo! Sticky vibes! I am so happy for you! :D :D
Suga- my BFP sister! Can’t wait for our group to grow :D ! How sweet of your DH to not let you do anything! Are you still bloated?
Alex- welcome! Sticky vibes for you! Don’t worry, I think a lot of girls get BFPs even with no symptoms.
Jomae- I am praying for you and your little fighter, sorry you don’t feel so good..
Tammy- how is your aunt? I hope she is getting better! I am praying for the two of you! :D
Loopie- so glad the flu is gone! Be good to yourself and take it easy. Praying for your BFP! Did you get lots of tips Miss Pamela Anderson? Too cute!! Don’t look for too many signs, cause you could not have cramps and get a BFP! :D
Katie - don't freak out, I never spotted at all!
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Katie: I havent spotted. Most women dont. Most women dont get implantation cramping either. I got it before during IUI's and I wasnt even pregnant. So please dont be looking for it or worrying about it. I'm not....cause I know only a few women out of many women get it and they are pregnant. It is more common not to get it ....then it is to get it when you are pregnant. So if you dont get it....you are in the norm.

Rio: Your little guy(s) are already implanted and snuggled in....you can not push them out at this point! I wouldnt worry about it at all...and still play it safe and not orgasm on purpose.

Rinnie: I am sooo sorry. I am glad you have a plan underway and will be back at it very soon. You go girl.

Weezie: 2 perfect blasts! Yayy! Get some rest. Glad everything went great.

Mia and Bat: Cant wait to hear!
Me~42/DH~48
3 IUI
IVF 1~1.28.08 Zach
IVF 2~4.5.10 M/C
IVF 3~8.6.10 BFN
IVF 4~9.5.10 M/C
IVF 5~10.30.10 BFN
IVF 6~11.29.10 M/C
IVF 7~2.3.11 M/C
IVF 8~Cancelled
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Thanks Tammy/weezie - huge relief - I read some other stuff on google and some other clinics say no intercourse for 5-7 days or until a BFP. It just hurt so bad I got nervous! :shock:
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Katie G: No implantation cramping for me or bleeding. I am not even having that much discharge like they say most people do. So again, not everyone is the same! Hang in there hun!

Rin: I am so sorry hun! Take time out for yourself and just take care.

Ok question: I have been doing the progesterone shots 2cc in my back into the muscle. Friday the area started to itch really bad thus I itched it. Saturday it turned into a horrible rash! It is all raised, red, etc. Looks horrible! We did our shot last night and it hurt horrible!!! I think I am going to skip the shot tonight and just call tomorrow because I am having an allergic reaction to something!! ANyone ever heard/had this before? YIKES!
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Suga: I would call your clinic...they have people there to answer for emergencies. They may be able to get you suppositories or something different tonight, yet. It is worth a try. :D
Me~42/DH~48
3 IUI
IVF 1~1.28.08 Zach
IVF 2~4.5.10 M/C
IVF 3~8.6.10 BFN
IVF 4~9.5.10 M/C
IVF 5~10.30.10 BFN
IVF 6~11.29.10 M/C
IVF 7~2.3.11 M/C
IVF 8~Cancelled
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hi,
just wanted to update everyone.
I am hope from ET. It went well. we ended up tranferring 1 embryo because there was only one that was really good quality (doc actually said it was a perfect embryo :) and he felt comfortable transferring just one). he was concerned about OHSS because of fluid inside my stmach and said we might want to consider freezing the embryo an not transferring anything today. we decided to transfer it anyway and i am just concentrating on drinking lots of gatorade. he also said i should weigh myself to make sure i'm not gaining more than 2lbs /day

anyway, that's my update. thank you everyone for your thoughts and hel during this time. now it's just a waiting game and 2/12 is my test.

hope everyone is doing well...i'm going to back and read everyone's posts now.

mia, weezie, - hope your ETs went well also
Me - 24; DH - 26,
Blocked tubes/hydrosalpinx
1st IVF 1/08, 2/12 - BFP, but empty sac found @ 6.5wks
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hi,
just wanted to update everyone.
I am hope from ET. It went well. we ended up tranferring 1 embryo because there was only one that was really good quality (doc actually said it was a perfect embryo :) and he felt comfortable transferring just one). he was concerned about OHSS because of fluid inside my stmach and said we might want to consider freezing the embryo an not transferring anything today. we decided to transfer it anyway and i am just concentrating on drinking lots of gatorade. he also said i should weigh myself to make sure i'm not gaining more than 2lbs /day

anyway, that's my update. thank you everyone for your thoughts and help during this time. now it's just a waiting game and 2/12 is my test.

hope everyone is doing well...i'm going to back and read everyone's posts now.

mia, weezie, - hope your ETs went well also
Me - 24; DH - 26,
Blocked tubes/hydrosalpinx
1st IVF 1/08, 2/12 - BFP, but empty sac found @ 6.5wks
2nd attempt FET - May
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