So happy I stumbled on this forum. We aren't telling anyone that we are going for IVF, only our parents so it's awesome to be able to chat about it! I am about to start the IVF process for unexplained infertility at the end of Feb. Couple of questions that are running around in my mind (among many others)... such as, how will the medication I receive affect my mood and weight?
And... can I still participate in sport? (Yoga / running / cycling etc)
Thanks you guys, wishing you well in your treatments xx
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Welcome to the forum! It’s a great place for info and support. I’ve had mixed experiences with regards to effects of medication. Some cycles I have definitely put on weight, whilst others on different medication I haven’t. So I’d say it’s hard to say and depends on the meds you have and how your own body responds to them. I have generally tried to keep up low level exercise as it helps me cope with the rollercoaster process and I think good to keep blood flowing nicely. But I am aware some people advise/choose not to exercise at all. There have been times when I was too bloated from the meds to do my usual yoga or cycling so just tried to go for gentle walks instead. But I think it’s just about doing what works for you and if unsure asking your clinic. Lots of luck with your IVF cycle in feb xxx
Wishing you all the best for your treatment, as picalilli mentioned it can depend on the meds and how you feel. My fresh cycle I had acupuncture and felt really well, got very bloated towards egg collection and was emotional at times but generally ok, I was able to continue with daily walks about 5k and gentle yoga. With my FET I struggled a bit more and didn’t always feel like doing much. Listen to your body and do what’s right for you. Good luck with everything xxx
Hi. Welcome to the forum. Im also pretty new but it is such a great way to keep in touch with others going through similar things. Ive not had medication yet, we are our our last consultation phase where they discuss our plan and then move on to the IVF fully. I also have lots of questions going round in my mind. I think after this consultation we will know more. Wishing you all the luck in your journey. x
Hi! It really all depends on what protocol and meds you get to be honest. I had 3 rounds and each one I felt fatigued and bloated, never really affected my mood expect feeling a little bit tearful. My clinic told me moderate exercise and yoga was recommended.
Welcome to the forum! As the ladies above say, I've also found that side effects vary a lot depending on which drug combination your consultant prescribes. I usually found the down regulation drugs (the ones used to control your cycle before starting stims) had stronger side effects (like headaches and nausea) for me than the actual stimulation medication. The stim injections sound scary, but for me at least, I didn't have any problems with them just some bloating and discomfort as egg collection day approached. I found any weight gain to be temporary (due to bloating) and went down shortly after egg collection. It all seems daunting and a little overwhelming at first, but you will likely be able to continue most of your normal activities. You may like to tone down the intensity of exercise and go a little gently on yourself, but I'd just take it as it comes - some ladies carry on pretty much as normal and others need a bit more rest, so just go with what your body's telling you. Wishing you lots of luck with your treatment xx
Thank you all so much! Gosh, you guys are the best.
Choosing not to tell the people in our lives is proving more challenging than I thought, so it's been a huge weight of my shoulders joining this group. I feel a million times less anxious than I did yesterday now that I can talk it all out 🙌🏻
I love reading about all your stories and how your doing.. looking forward to hearing about the day you all become mummies! Let's do this ❤
Hi! I feel exactly the same as you! We sort of didn't tell anyone we were TTC and therefore nobody really knows about our infertility issues and hospital appointments etc. Its bit a mixed experience as in some ways I wish I was more open from the start as I dont have many people to talk to about my worries but at the same time I've been really conscious of trying to make sure this doesnt consume me and take over my whole identity as there is not guarantees or definites with this journey and feel I need to protect myself in case we are unsuccessful.
Finally got given our first appointment today for next week to start our IVF journey which is good news we've been waiting for year and half. I'm not sure how soon we will actually start the actual process but I'm really hoping it's very soon!!
Hey! I'm glad to hear I'm not alone in my secret... some of the people I know think I dont even want kids; because we've been trying unsuccessfully for so long. They'd be so shocked if they knew we were going for IVF! Would you believe, a girl from my old work (who was very open about her fertility issues) was sat in the fertility centre waiting room when I walked in!! I managed to escape unnoticed by about turning and hid in the admin office till she left... she wasnt the most secretive person so theres no way I could have told her... where that face palm slap emoji... oh there it is 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️😂
Omg! Cant believe you had to hide!! I hope I dont see anyone I know next week 🙈😂 Yes I have the same, I think a lot of people would be shocked as we've been trying so long and Im sure they think I'm just really focused on work and my competing. The whole process has really given me appreciation of you dont know what struggles people are going though privately. I find the hardest thing is when people ask 'when are you having children' or 'dont you want kids?' or my favourite 'you dont know how lucky you are not having kids there so hard work!' It puts me in such an awkward situation of either trying to ignore or deflect or have to outright lie!
I'll let you know if I run into anyone next week! 😂
Totally!... I hate it when people say "did you ever want kids?" Or " it's not too late you know" I'm like IM ONLY 39 😡
Completely get everything you say! Looking forward to hearing about your progress - best wishes girl
Xx
I was told to stop running for stimulation phase and in the days immediately after egg collection and I also didn't run in my 2WW following FET. I wouldn't have wanted to cycle at either of those times either. Just walking. All the best!
I didn’t want to stop exercising during my injections and I do a bit of running and gym classes. I was fine at the start of the injections but after 5 days I thought I was fine, did an Insanity Live class that I had done twice that week and was exhausted and felt almost hungover. So see how you feel but don’t over do it like I did. Xx
Whatever and however you get thru ivf just do it ! It’s such an emotional rollercoaster it really is the most heightening experience ever.
My cycles I had high doses each unsuccessful and successful cycles-I put 1.5 stone first cycle and lost it plus more not long after it failed. But then my second successful cycle was extremely high and I put on 2 stone so wasn’t able to shift it (currently put on another 2 stone 28 weeks pregnant)
I exercised before ivf cycles and then couldn’t find the energy during to do it. I put all my energy into the rounds. Whatever makes you feel better don’t be hard on yourself your body will let you know. Don’t push yourself you’ll be going through enough.
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