Waiting (not so) patiently.

[wemma83]

I’ve decided that with all the medical reviews, blood tests, chuff checks and period monitoring that comes with IVF they seem to have overlooked one extremely vital question when you’re being assessed - “Do you have the patience of a f**king saint?” Because my GOSH do you need it.

We’re due to start our second round in about a week (possibly on my birthday which I’m taking as a good sign) and even though I know my period probably won’t arrive until then I’m willing it on every day. I don’t think I’ve ever been as interested in toilet roll? It’s one extreme to the other, leading up to treatment you examine it every time you go for a wee hoping you’ll see a spot of blood so you can phone the clinic and say ‘IT’S ARRIVED!’ then after transfer you examine it praying for the absolute opposite and willing the 2WW to be over and then your post-wee examination can be of a pregnancy test instead. Bloody hell...literally!

Anyway, I’ve made a few changes for this round and hope they make a difference. I’ve been having acupuncture (and have the biggest girl crush on my acupuncturist who is one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met and she’s got a lovely Russian accent). I’ve started taking fish oil, Co Enzyme Q10 and Pregna-plan (which are RANK by the way). And my newest household addition is a juicer (I use kale, celery, lemon, bramley apple and ginger - not half as disgusting as it sounds). We’re hoping that all of this will help, you never know but as I’m sure you’ll all agree, anything is worth a try.

The final change is medication. I’ve mentioned in my previous post that I’ll be on Lubion injections post transfer this time but they’ve also changed my stims from Menopur to Meriofert. Has anyone got any experience of Meriofert? Just want to know what to expect!

Sending lots of love and positive vibes to you all 😊💕 xxx

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Great news. I don't have experience of the drugs at all but wanted to wish you all the best xx

[wemma83 in reply to Hidden]

Aww, thank you! Wishing you lots of luck too 😊💕 xxx

[Hidden in reply to wemma83]

Thank you very much xx

[MofM]

No idea about these drugs, going to start my first IVF ever in two weeks.

Just wanted to say that I love your posts, I may read hundreds of them!

Ah, also wanted to wish you all the best of luck!

[wemma83 in reply to MofM]

Aww, it’s a really scary time but also so exciting! Try to focus on the excitement 😊😬😊

Hehe! Aww, that’s lovely *blush* 😊

Thank you sweetheart, wishing the best of luck to you too 😊💕 xxx

[Masha111]

Hi wemma83, your post made me chuckle. (You would write a good book)

To say this journey is an emotional rollercoaster is an understatement.... ivf is for strong fighters and we are all that... we WILL get our baby/babies. The anxiety before ivf with various tests surgeries, conditions, then during ivf with EC/ET, 2WW, outcome etc. If you are blessed with a BFP you then have anxiety with the wait until the 7/8 week scan, the wait until 3 month scan etc, its difficult to enjoy pregnancy but we are blessed and take each day as it comes no matter what symptoms/life throws at us. Thank god for our loved ones and you guys in our online community that give us hope (powerful word), strength, determination, courage, words that mean something and make us feel better and get us through the process. Thank you all for supporting each other xx

Going back to your post, I have no experience of Meriofert (only Menopur) but im sure others on here will be able to shed some light. Perhaps ask the clinic for further info.

Praying your 2nd round proves to be successful and that your birthday and all your other wishes come true. xxx

[wemma83 in reply to Masha111]

Aww, what a lovely response! It brought a tear to my eye! Everything you have said is completely true 😊

I’ve just had a look on your profile, congratulations on your pregnancy 💕 Your last post seemed like a bit of a worry so hope everything is ok now sweetheart 😊💕

Thank you for your kind words, wishing you lots of luck!xxx

[Masha111 in reply to wemma83]

Thank you. Yes i go for my 1st scan on Thursday and will know more then. I have blind faith in God that no harm will come to my baby. I pray alot for others too....that i have been given this happiness and to please give it to all, to not forget them. X

[wemma83 in reply to Masha111]

Aww, yes, I’ve been putting a lot of my trust in God too and I will include you in my prayers 😊💕 xxx

[Blondie_81]

This made me laugh thanks for the very real and funny post.. xx

[wemma83 in reply to Blondie_81]

Hehe! You’re welcome! Wishing you lots of luck on your journey sweetheart 😊💕 xxx

[Blondie_81 in reply to wemma83]

Unfortunately we’ve just had our 4th BFN so taking some time to heal from that before doing another cycle from scratch with a new clinic. You too xx we all need some bloody light relief and it’s great this forum for the support it provides xx

[wemma83 in reply to Blondie_81]

Aww, I’m so sorry to hear that 😢 Hoping you find the strength to heal and praying that your next cycle brings you happiness 💕 xxx

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Hi

Good luck for your next cycle. I've used Meriofert but I have nothing to compare it to. I didn't really have any side effects other than feeling bloated and pelvic ache leading up to egg collection.

[wemma83 in reply to Hidden]

Aww, thank you 😊 I’ve just had a quick peek at your profile, hope you’re doing ok sweetheart 💕 xxx

[Kyell2]

Top of the list for fertility treatment should defo be patience as you need it in plentiful supplies. Everything is just sooo slow 😩.

Good luck for round 2 🤞 x

[wemma83 in reply to Kyell2]

Exactly! Hopefully it will all be worth the wait though!

Aww, thank you! Best of luck to you wherever you are on your journey 😊💕 xxx

[Hidden]

If only there were a drug to stimulate patience! Loved your post, very real and funny. No advice on the drugs (sorry) but wishing you all the best for your next round. xx

[wemma83 in reply to Hidden]

Hehe! That would be ideal! Aww, thank you 😊💕 And congratulations to you!xxx

[wemma83 in reply to Hidden]

Hehe! That would be ideal! Aww, thank you 😊💕 And congratulations to you!xxx

[Waterfall2]

Haha very ture. I used to think I had patience, but I 100% don't. I'm sorry I don't have any experience of Meriofert. But good luck in hope your wait isn't too bad.

[wemma83 in reply to Waterfall2]

Hehe! I’ve always been impatient so I don’t know why I’m surprised now! Aww, thank you, good luck to you too 😊💕 xxx