Sharon,
Welcome back! I would give anything to have fsh of only 4.9!!!! So glad you are going for it again. Did you get any explanation of what went wrong? How many times have you tried?
The Over 40 Crowd
Hi, lovely to see so many of us posting, it really helps.
Sharon, like Randa, I'd LOVE a 4.9 FSH, mine were 14 in January, 8 in Feb and I'll be tested again in mid-Aug, I just have to hope they're still low enough to go ahead with tmt. What's your timescale/plan?
Katie, hi there, how are you?
Wanda, today's the big day for the journey south? You asked about no. of embryos to transfer, we've always done 2 except for this last time, with 3 (one of which took). DF and I have never discussed donor eggs, mostly because we've not (yet) failed to get a fair number of viable fertilised eggs - 6, 4, 6 from our 3 fresh rounds to date - but also that it's not allowed here (Norway). Wishing you the very best of luck today, let us know how you get on.
Randa. Are things any better re. a decision with DH? how did things go? how are you feeling?
CaroP - lovely to see you posting on this side, it always helps to see a success story. I hope you're feeling well.
Jane. I'm sorry you've such a brual doctor. I can't see what can be gained by hammering home this negativity. He can tell you straight without the tone. 10.2 isn't that high, many clinics consider 15 their threshold. I'm sure you know that at our age, it can fluctuate wildly from month to month? See my comments to Sharon above, mine dropped 6 points between Jan + Feb. I did go ott with the healthy eating, lots and lots of oven roast tofu, brocolli and almonds - that might have been nothing to do with it, but I felt better for trying. My clinic also told me that even after a high reading, there's still a 2 yr window to get pg if the raised levels are perimenomause. Better luck talking to your nurse. Is this a private clinic? the attitude seems overly tough if you're paying. Lastly, an ex-member of this thread (now on the 40+ Pg) had to argue hard for a 5th try, her clinic said they'd not treat her anymore. She was considering going abroad but luckily her clinic listened to her and bingo! Pregnant on their 5th attempt.
I'm back into the tmt mindset, which is a good and bad thing. Yesterday we almost booked tickets for a week's holiday for early October (half term) but EC/ET are probably the week before. I have no problems going away during the 2ww (fantastic distraction and probably more relaxing than being at home) but we can't risk AF being a day or two late and shunting the whole procedure forward a couple of days. Sod's law, I don't have flexibility when to take holidays so am peeved I'll miss this chance by just a day or two. C'est la vie. Also annoying that in July, at the earliest, tmt will be in October.
Hoping everyone is having a good weekend. I've lost a kg which boosts me no end.
hugs
Debra.
Sharon, like Randa, I'd LOVE a 4.9 FSH, mine were 14 in January, 8 in Feb and I'll be tested again in mid-Aug, I just have to hope they're still low enough to go ahead with tmt. What's your timescale/plan?
Katie, hi there, how are you?
Wanda, today's the big day for the journey south? You asked about no. of embryos to transfer, we've always done 2 except for this last time, with 3 (one of which took). DF and I have never discussed donor eggs, mostly because we've not (yet) failed to get a fair number of viable fertilised eggs - 6, 4, 6 from our 3 fresh rounds to date - but also that it's not allowed here (Norway). Wishing you the very best of luck today, let us know how you get on.
Randa. Are things any better re. a decision with DH? how did things go? how are you feeling?
CaroP - lovely to see you posting on this side, it always helps to see a success story. I hope you're feeling well.
Jane. I'm sorry you've such a brual doctor. I can't see what can be gained by hammering home this negativity. He can tell you straight without the tone. 10.2 isn't that high, many clinics consider 15 their threshold. I'm sure you know that at our age, it can fluctuate wildly from month to month? See my comments to Sharon above, mine dropped 6 points between Jan + Feb. I did go ott with the healthy eating, lots and lots of oven roast tofu, brocolli and almonds - that might have been nothing to do with it, but I felt better for trying. My clinic also told me that even after a high reading, there's still a 2 yr window to get pg if the raised levels are perimenomause. Better luck talking to your nurse. Is this a private clinic? the attitude seems overly tough if you're paying. Lastly, an ex-member of this thread (now on the 40+ Pg) had to argue hard for a 5th try, her clinic said they'd not treat her anymore. She was considering going abroad but luckily her clinic listened to her and bingo! Pregnant on their 5th attempt.
I'm back into the tmt mindset, which is a good and bad thing. Yesterday we almost booked tickets for a week's holiday for early October (half term) but EC/ET are probably the week before. I have no problems going away during the 2ww (fantastic distraction and probably more relaxing than being at home) but we can't risk AF being a day or two late and shunting the whole procedure forward a couple of days. Sod's law, I don't have flexibility when to take holidays so am peeved I'll miss this chance by just a day or two. C'est la vie. Also annoying that in July, at the earliest, tmt will be in October.
Hoping everyone is having a good weekend. I've lost a kg which boosts me no end.
hugs
Debra.
Me: 44, DH: 31
Game Over.
Dates: Aug 02 - May 06
Tries: 5 fresh + 4 frozen.
Results: 1 daughter, 2 m/c, 1 ectopic.
Game Over.
Dates: Aug 02 - May 06
Tries: 5 fresh + 4 frozen.
Results: 1 daughter, 2 m/c, 1 ectopic.
Randa/Deb
I was truly amazed at my FSH levels this year - at the time I was sure I would fall at the first hurdle and be told I was showing signs of the menapause so we were on a high just from that alone. DH also is very lucky indeed with a sperm count having increased over the years - what is going on??
Randa, we started fertility treatment back in 1994 - we were diagnosed 'unexplained' and all our tests appeared to be normal. We had 2 failed IUI's, 1 IVF that was cancelled due to hyperstimulation, another that followed but failed and now this last fresh cycle back in February. We had a long break before embarking on this last cycle - some 7 years in fact, because we both wanted to move on, which we did and lived comfortably with that decision until this year - it wasn't something we had discussed at length but it came up in conversation and we both felt the same, that we would like to try one last time.
This last time I did everything by the book - literally - Zita West's book. I detoxed for a couple of months, ensured I was taking all the vitamins, minerals and even embarked on a two month acupuncture treatment cycle with a lady who specialised in infertility in women. I rested for 3 whole days after ET and it nearly drove me mad and then, of course, the dreaded 2ww. I mentioned immunology testing but the Consultant I saw said it wasn't something they would consider at this time as they felt not enough research had been done to convince them. I can't comment on that as I know a lot of ladies on this site are and have had immunology testing. All he can say at this stage is that I am rejecting the embryo because both mine and DH's genetic make up is not compatible. I do feel that if we are achieving fertilisation naturally, then is IVF/FET going to increase our chances any further? It's that million dollar question, isn't it?
Hugs
Sharon x
I was truly amazed at my FSH levels this year - at the time I was sure I would fall at the first hurdle and be told I was showing signs of the menapause so we were on a high just from that alone. DH also is very lucky indeed with a sperm count having increased over the years - what is going on??
Randa, we started fertility treatment back in 1994 - we were diagnosed 'unexplained' and all our tests appeared to be normal. We had 2 failed IUI's, 1 IVF that was cancelled due to hyperstimulation, another that followed but failed and now this last fresh cycle back in February. We had a long break before embarking on this last cycle - some 7 years in fact, because we both wanted to move on, which we did and lived comfortably with that decision until this year - it wasn't something we had discussed at length but it came up in conversation and we both felt the same, that we would like to try one last time.
This last time I did everything by the book - literally - Zita West's book. I detoxed for a couple of months, ensured I was taking all the vitamins, minerals and even embarked on a two month acupuncture treatment cycle with a lady who specialised in infertility in women. I rested for 3 whole days after ET and it nearly drove me mad and then, of course, the dreaded 2ww. I mentioned immunology testing but the Consultant I saw said it wasn't something they would consider at this time as they felt not enough research had been done to convince them. I can't comment on that as I know a lot of ladies on this site are and have had immunology testing. All he can say at this stage is that I am rejecting the embryo because both mine and DH's genetic make up is not compatible. I do feel that if we are achieving fertilisation naturally, then is IVF/FET going to increase our chances any further? It's that million dollar question, isn't it?
Hugs
Sharon x
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Hello Diane, Jane, Caroline, randarandolph, Debra, Wantarugrat, Sand, Debbie and other Over 40 ladies.
Sharon: Lovely Lovely 4.9!!!!!!!!
Just checking in. I had 4 follicles (3 nice size and 1 smaller 12,12,10 and 8mm) I go back on Monday for another scan and then 2 inseminations.
Ladies, thanks for being here. Happy Sunday
Sharon: Lovely Lovely 4.9!!!!!!!!
Just checking in. I had 4 follicles (3 nice size and 1 smaller 12,12,10 and 8mm) I go back on Monday for another scan and then 2 inseminations.
Ladies, thanks for being here. Happy Sunday
Me: 44...NEWLYWED
After 5 attempts (Iui & IVF)
My Little One Is Here...SOOOOoooo Happy
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After 5 attempts (Iui & IVF)
My Little One Is Here...SOOOOoooo Happy
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There are so many postings since I joined in Feb and having had a few months break, it takes a while to catch up on everyone's progress. First of all, thanks girls for your thoughts and kind words. Just like to say to Randa and Debra - good luck to you both for September (Randa - EC and Debra - fresh cycle). I noticed a question mark against your dates but have you both decided to pursue now?
Diane, I noticed that you got a + ive with FET this month. That's fantastic. Can I ask you, as we have only 2, 2 cell FE's, were yours more advanced than this? We had 6 eggs fertilise out of 9, 3 put back and 2 frozen. It would have been more comforting to know that these 2 had divided further but of course we wanted to use the best fresh embryos at the time. Would love to hear from you.
Sharon x
Diane, I noticed that you got a + ive with FET this month. That's fantastic. Can I ask you, as we have only 2, 2 cell FE's, were yours more advanced than this? We had 6 eggs fertilise out of 9, 3 put back and 2 frozen. It would have been more comforting to know that these 2 had divided further but of course we wanted to use the best fresh embryos at the time. Would love to hear from you.
Sharon x
Hello all,
I guess I ranted about our transfer vs banking decision (fight) and then left you all hanging on it. It started a couple weeks ago and we haven't come to a decision yet is why I haven't posted anything new. Sorry to seem so mysterious.
My dh is comfortable with decisions hanging in the air for looooooong periods of time and it drives me NUTS!!!
We agree we will go in Sept (start down reg in August with my next af) so we have to decide in the next 4-5 weeks.
I just feel like I'm drying up. My breasts have been effected by the last two rounds. As I age, I have noticed that they are smaller and have NO firmness right after my period and then slowly build back up to a norm. However, in the last 6 months that "norm" isn't there. They just aren't plumping back up like they used to the week before my af. Sorry if this is too much info. I worry that the drugs have left my body with the effects of childbearing... without the child bearing.
However, with an fsh of 15 (I've gotten two that high, others were 13, 8.5) my clinic is still very encouraging because my estrogen level is perfect for child bearing. ????
Ok. That's my vent for the day. Just ramplings that are on my mind.
Because I'm pretty sure I'm the oldest in our group, it really helps me to see everyone's age and track record (seems it would help others too). It's hard to remember who has done what with what success.
I would like to request that the ladies on the thread who haven't already done so, please consider adding this info to your signature line. PLEASE! It is very helpful when sharing info.
Hope you are enjoying your Sunday.
Randa
I guess I ranted about our transfer vs banking decision (fight) and then left you all hanging on it. It started a couple weeks ago and we haven't come to a decision yet is why I haven't posted anything new. Sorry to seem so mysterious.
My dh is comfortable with decisions hanging in the air for looooooong periods of time and it drives me NUTS!!!
We agree we will go in Sept (start down reg in August with my next af) so we have to decide in the next 4-5 weeks.
I just feel like I'm drying up. My breasts have been effected by the last two rounds. As I age, I have noticed that they are smaller and have NO firmness right after my period and then slowly build back up to a norm. However, in the last 6 months that "norm" isn't there. They just aren't plumping back up like they used to the week before my af. Sorry if this is too much info. I worry that the drugs have left my body with the effects of childbearing... without the child bearing.
However, with an fsh of 15 (I've gotten two that high, others were 13, 8.5) my clinic is still very encouraging because my estrogen level is perfect for child bearing. ????
Ok. That's my vent for the day. Just ramplings that are on my mind.
Because I'm pretty sure I'm the oldest in our group, it really helps me to see everyone's age and track record (seems it would help others too). It's hard to remember who has done what with what success.
I would like to request that the ladies on the thread who haven't already done so, please consider adding this info to your signature line. PLEASE! It is very helpful when sharing info.
Hope you are enjoying your Sunday.
Randa
Randa
Me 44, DH 40
ttc 0, went straight to IVF
1st EC = Feb 05, 5 frosties, no transfer attempt
2nd EC = June 05, cancelled
3rd EC = Sept 05, 4 frosties, no transfer attempt
4th EC/ET = Feb 06, 3 transf., BFN
5th EC/ET = May 06
Me 44, DH 40
ttc 0, went straight to IVF
1st EC = Feb 05, 5 frosties, no transfer attempt
2nd EC = June 05, cancelled
3rd EC = Sept 05, 4 frosties, no transfer attempt
4th EC/ET = Feb 06, 3 transf., BFN
5th EC/ET = May 06
Debbie - Yes! To echo Sharon.... Good luck tomorrow on your scan. We'll be anxious to hear all about it! Follie Fairy Dust to you!!! 
Randa
Me 44, DH 40
ttc 0, went straight to IVF
1st EC = Feb 05, 5 frosties, no transfer attempt
2nd EC = June 05, cancelled
3rd EC = Sept 05, 4 frosties, no transfer attempt
4th EC/ET = Feb 06, 3 transf., BFN
5th EC/ET = May 06
Me 44, DH 40
ttc 0, went straight to IVF
1st EC = Feb 05, 5 frosties, no transfer attempt
2nd EC = June 05, cancelled
3rd EC = Sept 05, 4 frosties, no transfer attempt
4th EC/ET = Feb 06, 3 transf., BFN
5th EC/ET = May 06
Randa,
You must have been reading my mind - I was about to ask how you add your details to the bottom of the page. Do I go into Profiling.
Also, fear not and rest assured - you wouldn't believe how my shape changed after my IVF treatment in April. I suddenly developed what I call a 'teddy tummy' - you know, from just under the boobs to the belly button - in fact, it hasn't disappeared - seems I have a little keep sake from my earlier treatment! You are not the oldest, by the way - you and I are of the same age - go sisterhood!!
Hugs
Sharon x
You must have been reading my mind - I was about to ask how you add your details to the bottom of the page. Do I go into Profiling.
Also, fear not and rest assured - you wouldn't believe how my shape changed after my IVF treatment in April. I suddenly developed what I call a 'teddy tummy' - you know, from just under the boobs to the belly button - in fact, it hasn't disappeared - seems I have a little keep sake from my earlier treatment! You are not the oldest, by the way - you and I are of the same age - go sisterhood!!
Hugs
Sharon x
Sharon, yes you change details in Profile and you can change it as often as you want. Once changed/updated, all your previous messages are updated to the new message too. Good question re. the genetic testing. I would have thought the same as you, that the IVF wouldn't make any difference to the implantation once it's completed its main task of fertilisation and selection (to a degree).
Katie, good luck with the scan tomorrow.
Debbie, that goes for you too! let's hope there's a late growth spurt from those follies.
Randa, I've added age to my profile but it's getting pretty long
Sounds like we'll be on identical time tracks, when are you expecting August's AF? I'm due c.11-13th. My protocols are long so EC/ET in the last week of Sept, how about you? Interesting re. boobs. I've not noticed but promise to keep a more careful eye over the next month. I certainly look better with padded, underwired now though
Hi to everyone else...
hugs
Debra.
Katie, good luck with the scan tomorrow.
Debbie, that goes for you too! let's hope there's a late growth spurt from those follies.
Randa, I've added age to my profile but it's getting pretty long
Sounds like we'll be on identical time tracks, when are you expecting August's AF? I'm due c.11-13th. My protocols are long so EC/ET in the last week of Sept, how about you? Interesting re. boobs. I've not noticed but promise to keep a more careful eye over the next month. I certainly look better with padded, underwired now though Hi to everyone else...
hugs
Debra.
Me: 44, DH: 31
Game Over.
Dates: Aug 02 - May 06
Tries: 5 fresh + 4 frozen.
Results: 1 daughter, 2 m/c, 1 ectopic.
Game Over.
Dates: Aug 02 - May 06
Tries: 5 fresh + 4 frozen.
Results: 1 daughter, 2 m/c, 1 ectopic.
Randa
Its an honour to join you on the oldest on the group list. I will be 44 on 1st November and the baby is booked to be delivered by C Section on 30th November! Hey ho it takes all sorts to make for an interesting world.
Good luck with your future treatments.
CarolineP
Its an honour to join you on the oldest on the group list. I will be 44 on 1st November and the baby is booked to be delivered by C Section on 30th November! Hey ho it takes all sorts to make for an interesting world.
Good luck with your future treatments.
CarolineP
Me 50 DH 57 - TTC 10 years
IVF July 04, Sept 04, Dec 04 all -ive
Mar 05 +ive - Amelia Leah born 30/11/05
IVF July 04, Sept 04, Dec 04 all -ive
Mar 05 +ive - Amelia Leah born 30/11/05
Hi all,
Just saw your posting Sharon, I have been busy with study so not much free time to check this site as often as I would like, hence the delay.
It was amazing for us that we did managed to achieve a pregnancy with a FET. I guess that after so much disappointment with FT that I was not too optimistic about the FET outcome. I believe the success was due to the fact that the three embryos were classed as 2 good and one fair to good, 6 day blastocycts. The embryos also defrosted well with less than 5% damage to cells, which we were told was excellent. We had them frozen from our cycle in Nov 2004.
If really gives us hope to know that after six attempts that we can achieve a pregnancy. In the past we did not know if we could even achieve that miracle! Now we know we can and will try again at the end of this year.
We do have three other frozen embryos left from the cycle in Nov, however they are rated as borderline fair to good. Our clinic has said that they have seen pregnancies generated from these quality of eggs and that thay were definately worth a try. Our dilema is that it is so costly to go from Australia to America for treatment that we are considering a fresh new cycle, hopefully to give us a better chance. I believe I still have some time left to try. After reading CP' s posting, you certainly give us older hopefuls a positive boost! I don't think I would bother too much after 45 so at 42 that still gives a window of opportunity to work with.
Best of luck to all.
Di
Just saw your posting Sharon, I have been busy with study so not much free time to check this site as often as I would like, hence the delay.
It was amazing for us that we did managed to achieve a pregnancy with a FET. I guess that after so much disappointment with FT that I was not too optimistic about the FET outcome. I believe the success was due to the fact that the three embryos were classed as 2 good and one fair to good, 6 day blastocycts. The embryos also defrosted well with less than 5% damage to cells, which we were told was excellent. We had them frozen from our cycle in Nov 2004.
If really gives us hope to know that after six attempts that we can achieve a pregnancy. In the past we did not know if we could even achieve that miracle! Now we know we can and will try again at the end of this year.
We do have three other frozen embryos left from the cycle in Nov, however they are rated as borderline fair to good. Our clinic has said that they have seen pregnancies generated from these quality of eggs and that thay were definately worth a try. Our dilema is that it is so costly to go from Australia to America for treatment that we are considering a fresh new cycle, hopefully to give us a better chance. I believe I still have some time left to try. After reading CP' s posting, you certainly give us older hopefuls a positive boost! I don't think I would bother too much after 45 so at 42 that still gives a window of opportunity to work with.
Best of luck to all.
Di
9th attempt IVF - TWINS born 14/06/07
Harry Bede - 5 lb 14oz
Brontë Mathilda - 4lb 12oz
Harry Bede - 5 lb 14oz
Brontë Mathilda - 4lb 12oz
Hello All,
Sharon - yes we are being treated at CARU.
My scan today was a bit more optimistic - 3 good size follicles, one smaller one and possibly another one. Last time I think I only had 5 follicles visible and they managed to get 6 eggs (I remember being surprised) so hopefully it will be the smae this time. I have to phone the clinic in a minute to get my next batch of 'orders' but I think we're looking at EC on Wednesday and ET on Friday. Keeping everything crossed for a good harvest. I'm feeling much more optimistic about things today - none of the nurses have been as negative as the Dr was. They ahve certainly not talked about IUI instead - although the one today said that it would be my choice when I told het what had been said. She also said that she could see why we'd go for IVF, although for some the financial implications may affect their choice.
At our clinic they will return 3 embies if there are 3 suitable, providing you are over 40. This is what we had done the last two times and will do on this time if we get the opportunity -keeping everything crossed for Wednesday.
Take care all,
Love
Debbie
Sharon - yes we are being treated at CARU.
My scan today was a bit more optimistic - 3 good size follicles, one smaller one and possibly another one. Last time I think I only had 5 follicles visible and they managed to get 6 eggs (I remember being surprised) so hopefully it will be the smae this time. I have to phone the clinic in a minute to get my next batch of 'orders' but I think we're looking at EC on Wednesday and ET on Friday. Keeping everything crossed for a good harvest. I'm feeling much more optimistic about things today - none of the nurses have been as negative as the Dr was. They ahve certainly not talked about IUI instead - although the one today said that it would be my choice when I told het what had been said. She also said that she could see why we'd go for IVF, although for some the financial implications may affect their choice.
At our clinic they will return 3 embies if there are 3 suitable, providing you are over 40. This is what we had done the last two times and will do on this time if we get the opportunity -keeping everything crossed for Wednesday.
Take care all,
Love
Debbie
Age 40
Dh 42
ttc#1
1st IVF Oct 2004 -ive
2nd IVF March 2005 -ive
3rd (and final) IVF August 2005 +ive
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Dh 42
ttc#1
1st IVF Oct 2004 -ive
2nd IVF March 2005 -ive
3rd (and final) IVF August 2005 +ive
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Good evening girls,
How's everyone's day been? To see and feel the sun today really was a tonic - we've been spoilt with good weather for a while now. It't time we had some more!
Di, lovely to hear from you although I must apologise. I was trying to catch up so quickly that I misread yours. It was fantastic that you achieved a pregnancy with a FET, however, so disappointing to have not continued. But I think you should go forward now with renewed optimism. There is no reason why you shouldn't achieve a BFP again and, hopefully, this next time all will go your way. You have both certainly gone to great lengths, particularly in travelling to the States, to achieve your goal - that shows your strength and determination. Have some rest now and re-charge and, if and when you're ready - go for it. None of us more mature ladies are ready to give up just yet.
DebbieEd - lovely to hear from you and your news was far more encouraging today. Have you heard today if EC will be on Wednesday? Keep us posted. I know what you mean about not wanting to consider IUI. I can remember way back in 1995 when I had my first IUI treatment - in my heart then, all I was interested in was IVF because it monitored every step of the way. I just felt so out of control with IUI. So fingers crossed and lots of PMA for you this week that all will go to plan.
Sharon x
How's everyone's day been? To see and feel the sun today really was a tonic - we've been spoilt with good weather for a while now. It't time we had some more!
Di, lovely to hear from you although I must apologise. I was trying to catch up so quickly that I misread yours. It was fantastic that you achieved a pregnancy with a FET, however, so disappointing to have not continued. But I think you should go forward now with renewed optimism. There is no reason why you shouldn't achieve a BFP again and, hopefully, this next time all will go your way. You have both certainly gone to great lengths, particularly in travelling to the States, to achieve your goal - that shows your strength and determination. Have some rest now and re-charge and, if and when you're ready - go for it. None of us more mature ladies are ready to give up just yet.
DebbieEd - lovely to hear from you and your news was far more encouraging today. Have you heard today if EC will be on Wednesday? Keep us posted. I know what you mean about not wanting to consider IUI. I can remember way back in 1995 when I had my first IUI treatment - in my heart then, all I was interested in was IVF because it monitored every step of the way. I just felt so out of control with IUI. So fingers crossed and lots of PMA for you this week that all will go to plan.
Sharon x