Eugh! The wait is so long!

[Sarah83ap]

Just here to Moan as you’re the ppl I can moan to! Got my hysteroscopy next weds but my clinic have said I can’t have a transfer until my 3rd period post op! 😢 didn’t think it would take this long. Feel like I’m wasting a whole year 🙃🙃😫😫

[F_J_762301]

Hi Sarah, ive not had any operations as such but know what its like to wait! After my 2nd ivf clinic insisted on freeze all due to OHSS risk. Had to wait 3 periods. Since it was my 2nd ivf in 5 months my usually quite regular cycle was in a terrible state, one was 52 days! Im sure this wont be the case for you (i was full of artificial hormones).

Theres lot of waiting around on this journey. Although its annoying at the time the clinic are only doing whats best for you and your future babies 😊 try to enjoy the little break and do things you wouldnt be able to (little glass of wine here and there) whilst preparing for your transfer. Sending love 💜 xx

[Sarah83ap in reply to F_J_762301]

Thank you for your encouraging message! You are right they are doing what’s best and that’s exactly how I need to think! 🧡

[FertileMind]

Hi Sarah

It’s tough all the waiting, although you are “in treatment” so perhaps it would be helpful to reframe it in your mind so you don’t feel helpless and frustrated.

I had my hysteroscopy within a cycle that ended in a chemical. Did they say why wait 3 periods? They might have seen something in your scan which they want to remove, so perhaps ask them and see if there’s anything that needs clearing? if there’s nothing they’ve seen, and after the hysteroscopy all is looking good, then perhaps they can revise it for you?

Information is power... don’t be afraid to ask loads of questions....It’s your body and your treatment xx

[Sarah83ap in reply to FertileMind]

They think there might be a polyp there so this might be why 3 months. If there isn’t anything there I’m definitely going to ask again.

Least all this patience is getting me ready to have patience with a baby/child lol xx

[CLDxxx]

No way!! Why so long?! That’s so annoying xxx

[Sarah83ap in reply to CLDxxx]

I honestly don’t know. I had less time after the ectopic as only had two cycles! I might call them back because the nurse said normally 6 weeks but the consultant wanted to talk to me. I think the consultant just wanted to tell me some immune drugs were back in play (which is great). But then he said start on the 3rd cycle. I think he is waiting for steroids but doesn’t want to say that incase I get my hopes up and they still aren’t allowed...

I just want to get on with it. But I keep telling myself that this is gods plan and he is putting obstacles in the way so that the time is right... that’s all I can do 🙃🧡

[CLDxxx in reply to Sarah83ap]

Ahh ok. Strange though as I know someone recently who was allowed the steroids.

I think maybe just have a chat with him and see if you can maybe just wait for one cycle, maximum 2?

I know. The waiting is the worst part! Feels like you’re constantly putting your life on hold just in case.....

Yes I tell myself that constantly 🤣 xxx

[Sarah83ap in reply to CLDxxx]

So apparently clinics (under HEFA) aren’t allowed to prescribe steroids but some consultants are through their private practice. At least that’s what I’ve been told x

[CLDxxx in reply to Sarah83ap]

Ah ok.

I just saw your comment about the polyp. When I had my hysteroscopy it was due to fluid on the lining but they in fact removed a polyp. I did have a transfer straightaway but it didn’t work so maybe this wait is for the best xxx

[Rach82]

Ugh i feel for you, I also had to wait 3 months after my hysteroscopy, by which time the funding had run out. I then had to wait again for the next financial year, so didn't start ivf for six months.

Just make sure you're not putting your life on hold because of the journey; take time for the things you love. I hope things move quickly for you and you can have a transfer soon xx

[Sarah83ap in reply to Rach82]

I did t even think about funding! What funding was you with? I’m with access... I should lol into that. Thank you! 6 months! I feel for you. Where are you in your journey now? Xx

I’ve had a whole month of enjoying myself. But back to getting my body ready for transfer. My partners 30th end of Aug so will eat and drink what I want then too.

X

[Rach82 in reply to Sarah83ap]

Sounds like a good plan, enjoy it.

Mine is nhs wales funding, but treatment is in england so there is a limit on how much the clinic can spend on welsh patients.

Just started the 2ww, 2nd FET after the covid delay (we can all relate right), but only 3dp3dt so early days 🤞

[Sarah83ap in reply to Rach82]

Ooo good luck!! Sending baby dust to you! 🧡