1st July 2019 ... the IVF begins

[amandac84]

So today AF arrived and it signaled the start of our IVF cycle. A year of trying to conceive, but with a long history of endometriosis including two laparoscopy and diagnosis last year of PCOS.

2019 so far has seen 3 failed IUI and an all clear HSG. June has been a month off, but tomorrow will be my day 2 scan and likely the start of stims - reality started to kick in with the Stork delivery on Friday. We are doing a short protocol so now down regulation so on one hand that’s good as it’s quicker, but after egg collection we will be freezing for a couple of months to settle back down and avoid OHSS and do a frozen transfer in September / October. Deep down I always knew this day would come we tried hard naturally albeit a short time and I knew IUI was such a small chance. I’m keeping strong and hopeful.

Once I get the first injection done il be ok, so far I’ve only done a trigger shot 3 times so doing daily injections scares me, and my husband travels for work so is just not here for support.

Thanks for listening everyone I’ve followed may Ivf stories and just hope everyone gets what they truly long for. This is a wonderful community xx

[Noah1981]

Good luck sweetheart I will following your success 🤞🤞🤞🤞 xxx

[amandac84 in reply to Noah1981]

Thank you lovely xx

[Solly-44]

Such an exciting time!

I had a freeze all cycle too and although you’re probably impatient to get on with it, I think it’s needed in the long run. Your body will have time to heal and you can know you’re in a good place for the transfer in autumn.

Wishing you all the luck 😘

[amandac84 in reply to Solly-44]

Thank you so much that’s

Good reassurance xx

[Kyell2]

Exciting times Amanda!

Sounds like the same protocol and plan I had with a freeze all.

You’ll do fine with the injections, they aren’t fun but you get used to them quickly. I only had to do 8 days of them, the short protocol is super quick. Good luck x

[amandac84 in reply to Kyell2]

Thank you so much!! Fingers crossed for you when you have your FET xx

[bextoliver]

Congrats on starting your IVF cycle. Wishing you all best!!🤞

[Canadawaterchick]

Alex the best Amanda, stay positive and hopeful, you’ve done everything and I wish you the very best of luck xx

[Lou7744]

Wishing you lots of luck 💕🤞 xx

[Chinenye40]

Good luck dear

[Core]

Good luck with your IVF journey xx

[LPR17]

Lots of luck!🤞🤞🤞xxx

[Lots8788]

Good luck! I'm waiting for period too so we can start first cycle (due on Thursday) and meds arrive today. on the long protocol though. I have everything crossed for us both xx

[amandac84 in reply to Lots8788]

Aw bless you good luck too. Will be thinking of your keep in touch xx

[Lots8788 in reply to amandac84]

Thank you,will do,you too x x

[LKT1]

I did my first injection (for our second round) yesterday. I’m going to give myself a big fat strawberry or other treat every time I do one....helps you get through it xx

[amandac84 in reply to LKT1]

Oh that’s a good idea! Is it that painful? Good luck for you second time round! Xxx

[LKT1 in reply to amandac84]

It gets easier. It stings a little but id say it’s more unpleasant feeling than painful. But treats really help!x

[CLDxxx]

Good luck lovely! I am doing this journey alone and can honestly say you will be fine with the injections, you do soon get used to them. I used to do mine about 730pm in case I was back late from work or wanted to do something after without having to rush back.

I’ve frozen embryos to use later this year and at first I thought I wouldn’t want to wait but I know now it is the best thing for my body to be fully recovered plus I need to get my TSH level down. It also means I’ll pay off the treatment beforehand so one less thing on my mind.

Wishing you lots of luck! Xx

[amandac84 in reply to CLDxxx]

Thank you! Good luck to you, will have fingers crossed for you, how very brave and such a good point about paying it off before I hadn’t thought of that bonus! Xxx

[CLDxxx in reply to amandac84]

Thanks so much. It was a scary decision to come to alone but less scary than regretting not having children and I feel so relieved now that I’ve taken control of my life.

Yes, it’s good to make the most of the wait for sure! Xxx

[Happyonholiday in reply to CLDxxx]

Also trying this alone and totally understand where you're coming from about it being less scary than not having children. Sounds like you're having more success than me (low amh, failed IVF round 1). Best of luck to you!

[CLDxxx in reply to Happyonholiday]

Ah it’s so reassuring to know there are others out there doing it alone! Sorry to hear your first cycle failed. I only did one cycle and think the clinic gave me the best opportunity to get as many eggs as possible. I’m really hoping the FET is successful first time, longing for it to be so much.

Feel free to PM me if you need some support. Good luck to you too. Xxx

[runsoncuddles]

Wishing you well, I hope everything goes very well x