Second Round IVF

[TylerPt]

Hi Guys,

I’ve been so scared to say anything to anyone & my partner & I have decided that this time round we won’t be mentioning anything to anyone (even though I’m sharing it with you guys, but I need an outlet!!) He’s been so supportive, the best I could ask for. Our last cycle ended in a chemical pregnancy which was so disheartening as we had such a smooth process & everything sounded so good, but unfortunately lost little bubba only at 6weeks pregnant in April.

This time we’ll be doing FET. I’ve been on progynova which is the worst & will be having my lining scan on Thursday (I’m so scared), FET has been predicted for next week sometime, nothing confirmed but will know by Thursday.

I’m really scared, but really positive this time. Just hoping that all goes well this time, but fear is eating me alive.

Cover me in baby dust & sticky dust please!!!

[LFC2019]

Good luck hun x

[TylerPt in reply to LFC2019]

Thank you xx

[Millbanks]

I can completely relate to that. Having shared everything so far, this cycle is going under the radar with most of our friends and family… it does take the pressure off.I’m sorry about your previous loss. It’s important to remember that every pregnancy is different and just because it happened once doesn’t mean it will again.., sending you lots of luck xxx

[TylerPt in reply to Millbanks]

I feel waaay less pressure now that we’ve agreed to keep it between us, thank you for advice, I really appreciate it!! Xx

[EllaBC]

Good luck on Thursday. We have taken a similar approach to sharing details of our second round with family and friends. I'm interested in your comment re progynova - how is it making you feel? I have been feeling a bit down and v bloated and I was wondering if it was the progynova. Do those symptoms ring a bell with you? Xx

[TylerPt in reply to EllaBC]

Thank you Ella! In regards to the progynova I’ve experienced feeling down, weight gain, constipation & a really itchy vagina (sorry if tmi). I’m 100% sure it’s the progynova as I’ve done a bit of research & asked a few others & they genuinely felt some sort of way or suffered from some side effects due to it. Hope that helped xx

[DJ202]

Hi Tyler, keeping all fingers crossed for you! xx

[TylerPt in reply to DJ202]

Thank you so much, much appreciated xx

[Trying6years]

Hey, I reacted quite badly to Progynova, it did settle down though. I seem to react badly to all the drugs initially tbh!Sorry to hear about your last cycle, great that you have a supportive partner - mine is doing my head in lol he seems very unbothered whilst I am going crazy!

We haven't told anyone anything the whole way along, it has been very difficult and more stressful sometimes but I felt I it was the right thing for me, feel very protective over myself and how a harmless question might set me off.. find it easier to pretend it is not happening in front of people!

Wish you best of luck xx

[TylerPt in reply to Trying6years]

Hey, good to know I’m not the only one.. throughout the whole process I’ve usually got side effects from every drug which was really hard on me sometimes. Thank you! Ugh I know it can be hard, at the beginning of the first cycle he was quite laid back & way calmer than I was, but once I communicated & told him what I need from him he changed. They sometimes don’t understand how hard this is mentally & physically on us, but you’ve got me here if that helps!!!!

Yes, not telling anyone is the stance we’re taking this time & sometimes I want to tell my mum or when friends want to know why I’m not out for drinks it’s hard to find an excuse, but I think this way is best for my own peace of mind.

Thank you so much, I appreciate the luck. Good luck to you too xxx

[Trying6years in reply to TylerPt]

I was shocked at the progynova as thought just taking a tablet was going to be so easy but I had so many symptoms, problems with my eyes, constant feeling of getting thrush even though I didn't, headache, tired.. It did ease off though and then added Cyclogest and that was giving me a hard time - digestive symptoms and cramps! Hopefully it will be worth it!He definately doesn't understand which is kind of fine as he is not going through it like I am, but when I try and talk to him we both end up frustrated so I usually don't bother - he thinks I overreact but it really is tough! Thanks lovely.

I have just had to make my excuses for a baby shower and it is hard - feel awful but have to protect myself. I think whatever you feel will help mentally - do that!

Message me if it gets on top of you - you learn in this situatuon that nothing sounds crazy!xx

[TylerPt in reply to Trying6years]

Oh dear!! I can’t wait to finish taking progynova, not sure how or when as they haven’t said anything, but I guess I will find out tomorrow at the scan. Cyclogest was a NIGHTMARE for me last cycle, so this cycle they’ve ordered me Utrogestan, fingers crossed it’s better.

It’s definitely worth it, crossing fingers, toes & all the body parts I can for us.

I think we’ll just do something between the pair of us until we’re ready to reveal the news, like you said whatever is best for us.

Thank you again, you’ve actually put my mind at ease. Will be sure to drop you a message to stay in contact, your support is much appreciated & needed. I’m also here if needs be xxx