FEB / MARCH 2011 Cycle Buddies!! can't wait!

[WeHaveHope]

Thank you so much to all who came to my rescue. I looked at the two websites provided and they both had great information. I also found the following site that simplified it for me. I guess the issue is that Day 3 embryos are grading differently then Day 5 embryos (blastocyst). This is what had me so confused. So, my embabies at this point are all day 5, so the 3AB is pretty good, I think. The other ones that will be graded tomorrow will be day 6 and will be geared using the same criteria. For anyone who is either having an ET on day 5 or freezing their embabies you can look at this site as it explains it rather simply.

http://makingbabydust.com/final-frozen-embryo-report/

Thank you again to everyone for your continued support.

Sending some very special baby dust your way.

[WeHaveHope]

wehavehope, that is the same link I was going to give - http://www.advancedfertility.com/blastocystimages.htm

The way my dr and embryologist explained to me is that my embies were initially grade 5 which is top grade excellent at their clinic, at 2-3 day stage. Once they are blasts, they grade them similarly to the link. I had a 4ab and 3ab transferred and was told they are excellent. This grading is just how much they are developed, and whether the baby and placenta are there. That's what they said, and this link backs that up with more info. I was confused at first, and said well they were grade 5 the other day, what happened? they explained that the ratings for blasts are different and only grade 5 if they are hatching which mine were not quite there. They said it is just developmetn stage.

Thanks for the website. It also gives a great explanation. Thanks again.

[sweetmomi]

anyone have the day5 transfer implatation list?

[zdia]

Hey all, I wish you all good luck and hope you will be much luckier than I am. Its BFN. End of IVF road for me.

[WeHaveHope]

Hey all, I wish you all good luck and hope you will be much luckier than I am. Its BFN. End of IVF road for me.

Honey, I am so sorry. I thought your Beta was on March 3rd??? Please keep your head held high. I know it is difficult if not impossible to do right now but, we are all here for you. Please let me know if you need anything at all.

[blairwh58]

Zdia- I am so sorry it didnt work out for you this cycle. Can you all try again? Im on IVF#4 and hoping this time is our time. Maybe after a break you can jump back into things. Just try to keep your head up. We are all here for you if you need to vent.

sweetmomi- Did you do a 5dt? I can add you to our list if you give me your dates so I know which ticker to put you under. Just let me know.

blissful- I agree 100%. Doesnt matter what happens in the tournament...we will both be preggo!!! SO anxious for the upcoming transfer!! and Happy Birthday!!!!!!!!!!!

WeHaveHope- Glad you found the info you were looking for. Im sure it was definitely reassuring to see that yours really are good embryos!

[indigofire]

Hpt negative again this morning. Now off to my beta.

[ckret01]

Hey all, I wish you all good luck and hope you will be much luckier than I am. Its BFN. End of IVF road for me.

I am so sorry Hugs to you

[BlissfulCS]

zdia- After my last BFN I felt like I had to stay away from the message boards for my own sanity and I felt like it would dampen the mood for the others. I wish I had stayed more connected because it was a really dark time for me and leaning on those who truly understand is so helpful. I know you will do what you need to do for you, but please know that you are still a part of this group and we are here for you to listen, help, offer advice, whatever you need. I am so very sorry it did not work out for you this time. BIG (((((HUGS))))) to you.

indigofire- sorry about the negative this morning, and hoping you get a pleasant surprise from your Beta today. Lifting you up in my thoughts today. Be strong.

Sweetmomi- I do not know what the 5 day implantation list is, are you talking about our list for this thread?

AFM- I am still anxiously awaiting my fert report. Can't wait to find out how many and how they look on Day 1!!! One of you mentioned a couple of days abo how cool it would be if they had a camera and we could watch the development of the embryos anytime in real time (I think it was Cwehrs). So funny because one of the RNs said the same thing to me yesterday and I thought of my internet friends. FYI...I LOVE CRINONE. It is the best thing that ever happened to me. Hard to believe I am actually done with shots for this cycle. Hopefully the results will be good. If so and if you have a choice, I highly recommend it.

[WeHaveHope]

Just missed the call from the nurse. She left me a voicemail that the lab was able to freeze a total of 10 embryos at the blastocyst stage. She said that was good news, but did not elaborate on any specific information on the grading of my embabies. I have left her a measage to call me back so she can give me those details.

[BlissfulCS]

Wehavehope- that is GREAT!

All- somebody a few days ago asked why the slider they had in their ticker was already at the end and not ticking along. I had the same thing and just learned that it is because sliders move by the month and not the day. Therefore, since the dates that we are measuring are so short term, our tickers look to be at the end. When we are PREGNANT the ticker will move closer to the start date. Can you tell I am on vacation? All kinds of time to dig up info which has little relevance.

[cwehrs]

I woke up this morning with a huge knot in my stomach. I just had a bad feeling things weren't going to go well today. I even started to cry on the way to the clinic for my appointment, I was so sure there was not going to be a transfer. Apparently I have really good instincts. Halfway there the RE called to tell me that the embryos had arrested and there would be no transfer. I can't believe this happened again. I think I'm glad that the insurance has run out and we can't do it again, because I honestly don't think I could go through this another time.

[blairwh58]

cwehrs- I am soooo sorry. I know that there is nothing I can say to make the situation any better. Wishing you the best during the sad time. We are here if you need to vent.

[WeHaveHope]

I woke up this morning with a huge knot in my stomach. I just had a bad feeling things weren't going to go well today. I even started to cry on the way to the clinic for my appointment, I was so sure there was not going to be a transfer. Apparently I have really good instincts. Halfway there the RE called to tell me that the embryos had arrested and there would be no transfer. I can't believe this happened again. I think I'm glad that the insurance has run out and we can't do it again, because I honestly don't think I could go through this another time.

I am so sorry. I know that this is a very difficult time for you. Please know that we are here for you.

[BlissfulCS]

cwehrs- I am very sorry that you are in this situation again. So very sad for you. I know it is deeply painful and there is nothing we can say to make it better. Your pain will heal in time, and hopefully you will find purpose and fulfillment a different way. A book I read once stated that we all conquer infertility one way or another. Either by having a child through ART, adopting, or accepting a life that is our destiny but is different than what we expected. None of us need to wear the title of infertile for life, and none of us will. You still have many beautiful and joyful days ahead of you finding and following your purpose.