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**Sensitive post** 6th time lucky

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Firstly, I'm so sorry if you don't need to see this today - please skip by.

Secondly, after 4 failed FETs and 1 failed fresh transfer, yesterday I had the call from my nurse to say that this transfer has worked. I'm actually pregnant. I have a BFP!! I didn't test at home because after the trauma of so many negative tests, I just couldn't bring myself to, so I waited for the call - it was a long day. There were a lot of tears.

I'm so grateful to you all who have got me through the past 2 years of IVF (and 3 years TTC before that). The heartache we go through with every single step of this is enough to break most people, but we carry on because ultimately we know what we want and we'll do anything to get it.

It's incredibly early days and I'm 100% aware that this could be taken away at any moment, but for now I'm enjoying the feeling of knowing that our perseverance paid off!

Wishing you all a wonderful, sunny Friday! xxxx

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Jess1981

I'm so pleased for you a huge congratulations! Throughly deserved. Wishing you the best with your pregnancy hope all goes well and smoothly Xx

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Millbanks in reply toJess1981

Thank you so much! I hope all is going well for you xx 😍

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yellow987

Congratulations!!! 🎉 Amazing news! Every good wish for a healthy pregnancy!! 💕

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Millbanks in reply toyellow987

Thank you! xx

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Hopeful99

What fabulous news. Huge congrats. Look after yourself x

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Millbanks in reply toHopeful99

Thanks lovely, I hope this cycle is going well for you xx

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Queenr

I’m so happy for you! Congratulations 🥳

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Millbanks in reply toQueenr

Thank you! Any sign of your period yet?? xx

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Queenr in reply toMillbanks

Yep had the period and now on prognovya! Got a scan tomorrow to check how the lining is like and then I think a date will be chosen for FET xxxx

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Millbanks in reply toQueenr

Woohoo!! Everything crossed my lovely xxx

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Catlady101

Oh my god!! Congratulations Millbanks, so so pleased for you 💕 xx

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Millbanks in reply toCatlady101

Thank you!! And to you too 😘 It's such an insane feeling isn't it xx

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Catlady101 in reply toMillbanks

Totally surreal xx

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Mgkt2021

Great news to wake up too. Congrats and Njoy take care and and be safe xz

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Millbanks in reply toMgkt2021

That's so kind - thank you xx

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Hope_1234

I’m literally over the moon for you ❤️ Xxx

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Millbanks in reply toHope_1234

It's so surreal!! So pleased for you too xxx

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Buisquits

Aww, wishing you all the best! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you x

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Millbanks in reply toBuisquits

Thank you! And so much luck for your FET xx

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PinkPanther1234

Fantastic news!! 🎉 I am so pleased for you Millbanks, you deserve this so much and you should enjoy every moment. Massive congratulations to you! 😊

Could you remind me what changes you made this time please lovely and did you do anything different during the 2ww wait or changes to diet, supplements etc anything like that this time? Xx

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Millbanks in reply toPinkPanther1234

Thank you - that's so kind!Yes!! So we ended up doing another cycle then testing all the embryos, we were incredibly lucky to have 6 of the 8 come back normal. I also had all my immunology panel done and it did show raised NK cells in the blood. I had an ERA test done in December too which showed I needed 24 extra hours of progesterone. So I think all of those combined were the key. I think sometimes it's worth taking the time to investigate before using anymore precious embryos. Where are you at right now? xx

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PinkPanther1234 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you, that is so helpful!

We are waiting for our follow up appointment on Tuesday, so getting my list together! Trying to think of all the things I should be asking and trying to get every tip I possibly can! It has been such a long, anxious wait since our failed 3rd transfer in June. But I am looking forward to the prospect of getting a new plan in place. I keep thinking do I need to change diet or add more supplements, maybe I am overthinking it all, I have a tendency to overthink at the best of times!

You must be over the moon. It is lovely to see you get your positive result. It gives us all hope, thank you for sharing your happy news and best of luck for a healthy pregnancy 😊 xx

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Millbanks in reply toPinkPanther1234

Any time my lovely - my inbox is always open too.In terms of supplements I actually cut back this time. I just felt like I was taking so many and not really sure if they were doing anything!!

What I did take was:

methylfolate 400iu (1 a day) / terra nova pregnancy multi vitamin (1 a day) / vitamin D spray 3000iu (1 a day).

Then everything else that the clinic prescribed (cyclogest x 3 / lubion x 2 / inhixa x 1 / prednisolone x 20mg / progynova x 12mg / aspirin 75mg)

So I was rattling pretty much!

One thing I did have every day was a smoothie of watermelon, ginger and beetroot - there was a study to show that it helped with implantation (google it) but I would be amazed if this had any affect - much more likely the ERA / PGS / Steroids!! But because it's been so hot it was lovely as I froze all the ingredients xx

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PinkPanther1234 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you lovely! 😊 I will definitely message for advice if you don't mind, will see what the doctor says Tuesday! Will be interesting to see if she changes my meds, the last 2 rounds she kept the same down reg and stims. I hope I can have some tweaks next time to feel like we are doing something differently and of course perhaps some more investigative tests as well. I find it all very confusing and Google is a minefield of information! Will definitely be looking at that smoothie, it sounds delicious! Xx

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Millbanks in reply toPinkPanther1234

Absolutely!! Please do! And good luck with your appointment xxx

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PinkPanther1234 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you! 😊 xx

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Marisa32 in reply toMillbanks

Wow, congrats!!!! 6 out of 8 normal that's an impressive result. Also looks like you left no stone unturned this time. Keep us posted.

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Millbanks in reply toMarisa32

Thank you! Yes I said to myself absolutely no more transfers until we’ve looked in to as much as we can. It’s just too heartbreaking to keep ploughing through… hope all is well with you! Xx

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Savvy_teapot

Congrats!😁

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Millbanks in reply toSavvy_teapot

Thank you so much! Everything crossed for your eggies xx

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Savvy_teapot in reply toMillbanks

Thank you! Going in tomorrow morning to find out how they are doing 🤞

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Millbanks in reply toSavvy_teapot

Excellent. I hope you were able to enjoy your birthday too xx

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HemBella

Fantastic news! So so pleased for you. Keeping everything crossed for a happy and healthy pregnancy xxx

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Millbanks in reply toHemBella

Thank you my lovely - that's so kind, especially at the moment. I really hope the next one is your time xxx

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HemBella in reply toMillbanks

Thank you 😘

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Millbanks in reply toHemBella

I was doing some research while waiting for my results and I came across this - cochrane.org/CD013226/MENST... sure if it might be something you could look in to, but it was my next step xxx

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Jonesy84

Congrats! This has made my day and you so deserve this! You have always been so supportive to others on here even though you have not had it easy. I wish you all the best with your pregnancy lovely and enjoy this day as it’s a very special moment xxx

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Millbanks in reply toJonesy84

Thank you - that's so sweet of you to say ❤️Yea it's been a hell of a road for sure! But worth it all to have this feeling for a bit.

How are you doing? I hadn't seen any updates since your last post so hoping all well xx

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Jonesy84 in reply toMillbanks

Absolutely and I am so glad this one stuck or did you have more than one transferred?Yes me and bubs are doing well. Nearly 28 weeks now so time is flying! Xx

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Millbanks in reply toJonesy84

Wow!! It goes so fast!! Amazing!Yes just the one this time as it was PGS ;) xx

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Jonesy84 in reply toMillbanks

Amazing! Well I will keep an eye out for any updates. I am guessing you will have a 6 week scan so try and stay sane till then and no google😂 xx

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Purpledoggy

Oh Millbanks, I can’t tell you how happy I am for you! I have been impatiently waiting for an update and weirdly had a really good feeling about it this time 😜 Brilliant start to a Friday. Now you just have to try and relax over the next few weeks xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPurpledoggy

Oh you're so kind - that's made my day! ❤️ I literally had no clue so absolutely over the moon.Yes I will definitely try and take it easy - pleased that it's cooling down a bit so hopefully I can get some sleep!

How is everything progressing with you? All looking good :) xxx

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Purpledoggy in reply toMillbanks

We’re all good thank you-had a scan a few days ago at 10+6 as I got a private NIPT and it was amazing seeing the difference from 8 weeks, plus bean was raving away. I can’t say I’m enjoying the nausea in this heat but just trying to suck it up, and hubby had been a legend bringing me ginger beer and cold cloths 😂 Agree it’s time for some cooler weather! Xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPurpledoggy

Awww amazing!! That must be so incredible!! Urgh yes - the nausea must be horrid in this heat! Ginger beer is a winner for sure xx

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Jrss1

Hi Millbanks, I’m so happy for you. Congratulations 🌟 you totally deserve this and I hope everything goes smoothly for you. Enjoy every moment of it. xx

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Millbanks in reply toJrss1

Thank you my lovely, I hope you're doing as well as can be. I'm so sorry for your loss. This baby game can be incredible and heartbreaking all the way through. xx

Congratulations 🎉 Enjoy every moment x

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Millbanks in reply toWhatarollercoster

Thank you! xx

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Elizabeth30

Awwww that's amazing news. So made up for you. Wishing you a healthy pregnancy 💗 xx

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Millbanks in reply toElizabeth30

Thank you so much!! Everything crossed for you too xx

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Beatrix_K

Whaaaaa 😭 I’m so happy for you! Congratulations Millbanks! This is just wonderful to read. So glad I logged in. Enjoy every single minute and don’t worry about a thing right now. Xx

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Millbanks in reply toBeatrix_K

Thank you so much!! It feels so incredible after so many fails - I just can't believe it.How are you getting on? I hope all has settled down xxx

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Beatrix_K in reply toMillbanks

I bet! Make sure you don’t ever forget this feeling and the hope it brings.I’m really well thanks for asking, after my early days drama things mercifully settled and I’m now a little over 27wks and starting to get more and more excited 😊

Hope things keep progressing well for you lovely. xxx

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Millbanks in reply toBeatrix_K

I am trying to lock it away in my memory!! Today I feel like even if it all goes wrong, it was amazing to be here - and to know that it can work - what a boost.Oh yay!! I'm so pleased for you. The anxiety is real isn't it - but am glad you are able to enjoy it now and get excited. You absolutely deserve it. xx

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Beatrix_K in reply toMillbanks

Exactly the right attitude to have - this is a huge win, mentally too. The anxiety is VERY real in the first few weeks (especially if things are bumpy) but it does get easier until one day you forget you were ever worried. Take it one day at a time is my advice - and PM if you ever want to just chat x

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Millbanks in reply toBeatrix_K

Yes even yesterday my husband was like "are you sure - 100%?? - are you sure?? Are they definitely our results..." ARGH!! But it's slowly sinking in. Might go to the pharmacy to get a test as I've literally never seen those pink lines - but even though I know it's positive I'm still terrified!! What this journey does to us hey!One day at a time is very good advice - thank you. And thank you, I will definitely be messaging you!! xx

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Patches86

This is such fabulous news Mill! I’m so happy for you! You’re always so kind in supporting others and sharing your experiences and I’m so glad that it’s your turn for happiness now. Sending all my love and strength for a positive journey for you here on out until you meet your little one x

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Millbanks in reply toPatches86

Aww thank you - that's so kind of you. I'm over the moon and literally can't believe it. How are you getting on? Have you been able to start properly now? xx

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Patches86 in reply toMillbanks

I’m sure you must be in such disbelief! But believe it - and enjoy every second! I’m on progynova now, lining scan on Tuesday. Like you, this cycle I did PG testing and following my ERA protocol of needing an extra 24 hours - hopefully the combo of the two makes all the difference. If not I think I’ll look into immunology testing.

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Millbanks in reply toPatches86

That's brilliant news! I think the extra tweaks make all the difference. Wishing you all the luck in the world my lovely xxx

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Krystal_43

Congratulations! My fingers have been crossed for you. Xxxx

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Millbanks in reply toKrystal_43

Thank you so much my lovely - hope you're doing well xx

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soccerkt6

This is wonderful news!! I’ve been keeping an eye out for your post knowing that your otd must be coming up soon. So so pleased for you, enjoy! xx

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Millbanks in reply tosoccerkt6

Thank you - that's so sweet ❤️What a rollercoaster hey! How are you getting on? xx

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soccerkt6 in reply toMillbanks

We're doing okay. Husband has been on supplements and a strict lifestyle regimen for what seems an interminably long time (8 months) to try to improve DNA fragmentation. He took a follow-up test last week so now we're just waiting to find out the results. I'm hopeful that we've managed to improve things somewhat... So just in waiting mode at the mo! xx

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Millbanks in reply tosoccerkt6

Aww fingers crossed! I’ve seen a few improvements on here with frag so really hope you guys get some good news xxx

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Picalilli99

Awww fantastic news - so pleased for you! xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPicalilli99

Thank you lovely! How are you getting on with your DE cycle? xx

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Picalilli99 in reply toMillbanks

We’d been waiting for a while since choosing our donor and had heard nothing but finally spoke to the nurse this morning who said we are good to go on our donors next cycle in Aug. Meds delivered on mon. So it has all suddenly got real! Very excited! xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPicalilli99

That’s wonderful news!!! Woop! Everything crossed for you my lovely xxx

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Picalilli99 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you! Xx

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hifer

Whoop whoop 🙌 🥳🎉🙌. Such excellent news and many congratulations. Keeping everything crossed for a smooth ride until your scan. Big hugs xx

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Millbanks in reply tohifer

Hehe!! Thank you!! Feels even more surreal this morning 😘❤️ xx

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JudithSS

So much love here! Congratulation darling 🥳💜🎉🥰💖

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Millbanks in reply toJudithSS

Thank you!! Right back at you! Fingers crossed this is the one for you! xxx

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JudithSS in reply toMillbanks

Thank you doll! Already it’s been positively a completely different experience! I’m keeping everything crossed for you and I hope time flys by for that scan x

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PurplePiggie

So many congratulations, sending you lots of love and best wishes for your pregnancy! Xx

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Millbanks in reply toPurplePiggie

Thank you so much! Gosh that sounds so weird!! Hope you are doing well - not too long now?? xx

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PurplePiggie in reply toMillbanks

Haha in my experience it won't really stop sounding weird, will just get a little less so! I'm almost 29 weeks now and it still doesn't really seem real sometimes, but it physically feels very real! I'm doing pretty well all things considered! xx

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Millbanks in reply toPurplePiggie

Haha I bet!! The tiredness is real for sure ❤️💖 so glad all is well with you xx

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PurplePiggie in reply toMillbanks

Thank you! 😘

OH. MY. GOD!!! This is just the bestest most amazing news EVER!!!! I am beside myself for you lovely!!! This has made my morning!!! Many many many many congratulations!! if anyone deserves this you do. So many hugs being sent your way!! WHOOOOP!!!! xxxx

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Millbanks in reply to

Oh stop!! You just made me cry!! That's so kind of you ❤️❤️❤️I cannot believe it my lovely - it's so surreal and incredible and amazing.

You've been so supportive and amazing throughout this whole shit show - thank you.

I have absolutely everything crossed for your DE - its your time xxx

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Ranchu90

I am so pleased to have another beautiful soul into our pregnancy club 🥰 massive congratulations from me!! Prepare your largest clothes, lots of pillows 😂😂 and strength to go through everything!!! You will "enjoy" them soon 🙈😁🤩 Oh I am so happy that this cycle worked!!! ♥️🥳🎊

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Millbanks in reply toRanchu90

Thank you so much ❤️ It feels amazing to finally be a member 😊Hehe I've got all sorts that my sister has saved for me (for 5 years) so I will be all set hopefully!

Hope all is going smoothly for you xxx

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Ranchu90 in reply toMillbanks

Everything is smooth 😂 apart from me looking like a ball 🤣🤣 nothing fits me anymore and I can take a nap while standing 🤩🙈🤣 ohhh these beautiful moments that we dreamed of so many years 🥰😍

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Millbanks in reply toRanchu90

Haha!! I cannot wait to feel sick as a dog and sleep all day!! I currently have a dull ache in my uterus and it's dreamy 😂 xxx

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Cinderella5

So happy for you!! Perseverance has definitely paid off.🥰🥳🤗😆xxx

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Millbanks in reply toCinderella5

Unbelievable!! xx

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Social-Butterfly

Congratulations Millbanks. Wishing you all the best for your pregnancy

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Millbanks in reply toSocial-Butterfly

Thank you - and you too! xxx

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Miracle43

Congratulations to you both 🥳🥳 such amazing news, take each day as it comes and try to relax and enjoy every minute 💖 xx

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Millbanks in reply toMiracle43

Thank you so much - I will!! I hope you're doing well xx

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Fertilityjourney

Huge congratulations! 💕 You have stayed so strong during this tough journey.. Enjoy this special time. Xx

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Millbanks in reply toFertilityjourney

Thank you! I will indeed!! Did you decide to go ahead with banking in the end? xx

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Fertilityjourney in reply toMillbanks

Yes we did... But only 2 cycles as we couldn't afford to pay for 3 cycles all upfront which is what our clinic wanted. Plus I'm happier to transfer this year - hopefully in Nov/Dec.Feb seemed a loooong way off which is what it would have been so 🤞Xx

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Millbanks in reply toFertilityjourney

That sounds like a very wise plan!! Exciting times. Wishing you so much luck xxx

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Fertilityjourney in reply toMillbanks

Thank you! ✨🤞✨🤞

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Lovemylion

Yay yay yay! I'm genuinely super pleased to see this update Millbanks !!!! You deserve this sooo much and persevered through multiple failed rounds. Wishing a super smooth pregnancy! Xxx

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Millbanks in reply toLovemylion

Thank you so much - what a rollercoaster but it's lovely to be at the top for once! Wishing you so much luck with your next cycle xxx

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Lovemylion in reply toMillbanks

Thanks darling. I'm so so pleased for u! Keep us updated. Could it be one or two? Hehe. Xxx

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Millbanks in reply toLovemylion

I think just the one as they only allow one PGS tested embryo at a time... but that's good with me - I'm too petite for twins!! xxx

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Bizzlebee26

Congratulations this is so amazing!! 🥳 I’m on route today to my 6th EC and you have given me some much needed hope - come on 6th time lucky!🍀 xxx

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Millbanks in reply toBizzlebee26

Oh wow! Wishing you so much luck - I think sometimes you just have to perseverance. Try and remember that no matter how difficult it is, there is every chance that it will work. Huge love to you xx

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Bizzlebee26 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you so much, my fingers are crossed for you for a healthy stress free pregnancy xx

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Panda16

That is fantastic news! Congratulations. X Wishing you all the best for a healthy pregnancy. X

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Millbanks in reply toPanda16

Thank you Panda! hope you're doing ok xx

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Panda16 in reply toMillbanks

I'm doing OK thank you, hopefully got another egg collection in a couple of weeks and then having them tested and then having a mock cycle before an FET so fingers crossed . X

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Millbanks in reply toPanda16

That's brilliant - I think PGS testing was the right route for us. Wishing you all the luck in the world xxx

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Panda16 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you, you too. Xx

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XOXO13

The best news!!!! So, so pleased for you 🌈 congratulations!!!! Xxxx

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Millbanks in reply toXOXO13

Thank you gorgeous! Just the most insane feeling isn't it xxx

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XOXO13 in reply toMillbanks

The best ♥️♥️

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Nevergiveup21

Absolutely THRILLED for you. I wish the very happiest and healthiest of pregnancies. Hue congratulations ♥️♥️

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Millbanks in reply toNevergiveup21

Thank you so much!! Hope all is going well with you xx

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JoyfulStar

Wow what fantastic news! 🎊 I am so so happy for you 🤗 This song came to mind when I saw this. “Sing Hallelujah common get happy” 🎶

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Millbanks in reply toJoyfulStar

Thank you!! So pleased! Hope you're doing well too ❤️❤️

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JoyfulStar in reply toMillbanks

I am doing really well! I was feeling a little tired so took a mini break from the computer but your news just lifted my spirits! 🌞

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Millbanks in reply toJoyfulStar

Aww that's lovely! Yes a break is good sometimes ❤️

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Chicky86

Congratulations! So well deserved. Very pleased for you 🥳🎊🎉

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Millbanks in reply toChicky86

Thank you so much! Hope all is progressing nicely with you xx

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Chicky86 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you, 17 weeks today, not sure where the time has gone! Super pleased for you though! X

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Millbanks in reply toChicky86

I bet that feels amazing!! So pleased for you xx

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McQueeny

Ah that’s amazing!!! 🥳 So so pleased for you, such wonderful news. Enjoy it as much as you can and hope it all goes smoothly 🎉🤗 xxx

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Millbanks in reply toMcQueeny

Thank you so much!! me too!! What happened with your transfer in the end? I missed the update xx

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McQueeny in reply toMillbanks

Aww thanks - transfer went ahead! It was on Tuesday, so I’m officially in the 2WW … xx

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Millbanks in reply toMcQueeny

Oh fantastic - everything crossed for you my lovely!! Hope you're able to take it one day at a time and relax xxx

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McQueeny in reply toMillbanks

Thanks so much!! So far so good - but it’ll still be the longest two weeks ;) xxx

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Millbanks in reply toMcQueeny

It always is - but you've got this xxx

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McQueeny in reply toMillbanks

Thanks 🤗 xxx

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RhinoCat

🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 Best post ever 🤩👍🏻😎💐🥳 So happy for you 😘😘😘😘💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐 Congratulations for today 😘💐 one day at a time in this game is enough ❤️🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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Millbanks in reply toRhinoCat

Thank you lovely!! haha yes definitely one day at a time :)Hope you're still on cloud 9 too xxxx

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RhinoCat in reply toMillbanks

Dunno 🤷🏼‍♀️ what cloud I’m on 🤪🤣 feels real for about two minutes every day then not. Weird times 😘💐

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Millbanks in reply toRhinoCat

I bet!!! 😍

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RhinoCat in reply toMillbanks

😘💐 ivf normal right 🤗

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Millbanks in reply toRhinoCat

100% xxx

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Belangalo

Congratulations Millbanks!!! I am so happy for you!!!! So many hugs and best wishes to you and your bean!!! Xxx

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Millbanks in reply toBelangalo

Thank you so much!! I hope all is ticking along nicely with you and your morning sickness has subsided? xxx

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bearblue

So happy for you! Congratulations 🥳

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Millbanks in reply tobearblue

Thank you xxx

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PaulaDag

Wow I am so happy for you Millbanks. This is amazing news. I was chuffed reading your post this morning. Well done all the perseverance has paid off. Lots of rest and relaxation now ;) xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPaulaDag

Thank you so much - I truly think the immune protocol did it's job! Fingers crossed for your next cycle xxx

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PaulaDag in reply toMillbanks

Your news has made my day, and given me hope too (even though I’m a smidge older than you ;).

Next cycle starting next week 🥴. It’s truly back to back! Tummy bruises have at least gone lol.

Re immune protocol did you do intralipids? I’ve got mine ready for when the transfers start but it’s steroids, some other pills, fragmin and intralipids (which I’m a bit worried about) xx

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Millbanks in reply toPaulaDag

Aww I'm so pleased - it's the main reason I wanted to share as I know so many of us have been through so much - it's hard to stay positive but it can work!!

I did do intralipids and 20mg prednisolone a day. The intralipids were much better than I was expecting - not painful or anything, just a little canular like when you go for egg collection and it only took about 30 mins. No side affects after. You'll be fine xxx

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PaulaDag in reply toMillbanks

OK thanks, thats good to know re intralipids as getting nervous :). Did you see Dr Shehata in Epsom for your immune protocol or did do it direct with your fertility clinic? xxx

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Maisie234

Omg!! Congratulations!! This has made my day! ❤️❤️. Well done you!x

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Millbanks in reply toMaisie234

Thank you so much - I have everything crossed for you this week xxx

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MissSaoPaulo

That's wonderful news. Hope it all goes smoothly from here on xxx

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Millbanks in reply toMissSaoPaulo

Thank you lovely - sorry to hear about your chemical. So devastating. Sending lots of love xx

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Becatoms

This such amazing news, congratulations 🌈🍍💞

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Millbanks in reply toBecatoms

Thank you lovely! And you too! xx

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Ltry

Fantastic! Congratulations!

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Millbanks in reply toLtry

Thank you xx

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MelissaS6

Congratulations, this news is just wonderful to hear! Wishing you all the best!

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Millbanks in reply toMelissaS6

Thank you! Hope all is going well for you too xx

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉 xx

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Millbanks in reply to

Thank you! xx

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DianeArnoldPartnerNurseFertility Network UK

Hi Millbanks. Looking good so far. i truly hope all continues as it should. Not too long before you get to see your little "bean" - now that will be magical. Diane

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Millbanks in reply toDianeArnold

Thank you Diane :) xx

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Sweethear

Am so happy for you. Congratulations sweetheart enjoy every minute of it have a wonderful pregnancy

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Millbanks in reply toSweethear

Thank you lovely! Hope all is well with you xx

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Sweethear in reply toMillbanks

Yes all is well. Thank for asking. Am getting ready for my FET on Tuesday if everything goes well I hope and pray everything goes well

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Millbanks in reply toSweethear

Fantastic! Wishing you so much luck xx

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Sweethear in reply toMillbanks

Thank you

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Maui2020

The post I was looking forward to ☺️☺️☺️❤️❤️ So happy for you 🙌🎊🪅🎉😘xx

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Millbanks in reply toMaui2020

You're so kind ❤️❤️❤️

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Shirazlover2013

Congratulations!!! So pleased for you xx

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Millbanks in reply toShirazlover2013

Thank you lovely! How are you getting on? Xx

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Shirazlover2013 in reply toMillbanks

Alas we had our 6th bfn this week from a double DE transfer. But I’m doing ok, think I’m getting used to this shit 🙄 back to the drawing board again. Xx

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Millbanks in reply toShirazlover2013

Oh I’m so sorry lovely. Gosh it’s just heartbreaking isn’t it. Have you looked in to immunology at all? I think it was the key for us xxx

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Shirazlover2013 in reply toMillbanks

Yeah I’ve had nk cells tested. But I’m researching recurrent implantation failure specialists now.

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Millbanks in reply toShirazlover2013

That sounds like a good plan. Really hope it throws something up for you xxx

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Catlady12345

What lovely news!! I’m on my 5th transfer so it’s given me hope. Congratulations xxxx

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Millbanks in reply toCatlady12345

Aww wonderful, good luck my lovely!! Stay positive xxx

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Chel91

Congrats again lovely! You definitely deserve this!! Given many of us in similar situations a lot of hope too 💗😊 xx

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Millbanks in reply toChel91

That's so lovely - it was these stories that kept me going when it got rough. You're next!! xxx

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FrancyItaly

Wow! So happy for you! ❤️

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KiboXX

So happy to see this! Sticky dust your way lovely 🥰 xxx

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Millbanks in reply toKiboXX

Thank you lovely!! Absolutely over the moon 🥰hope you’re doing well xxx

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KiboXX in reply toMillbanks

And so you bloody deserve to be! I know it’s hard but try and enjoy all the moments as best you can. You’ve earned them 🥰 xxx

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Millbanks in reply toKiboXX

Aww thank you! I am a bit dreamy right now! I know a lot can go wrong but this is the first time I’ve got this far so it just feels incredible xxx

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Lisichka

Oh I’m so so happy to hear your news!! You deserve it so much!! Wishing you the best with the pregnancy! Look after yourself and enjoy every moment xxx

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Millbanks in reply toLisichka

Thank you so much!! Your tips have been invaluable to me. Hope you’re doing really well xxx

That is wonderful news, Congratulations xx

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Millbanks in reply to

Thank you! And congratulations to you too 😍 xx

in reply toMillbanks

Thankyou,it's definitely worth all the ups and downs xx

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Millbanks in reply to

That’s good to hear!! Xx

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Lots8788

❤❤❤❤🙌🙌🙌🥰😍😘xxx

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Millbanks in reply toLots8788

🥰🥰🥰😊😍😍xxx

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PenguinBlue

Millbanksssss!!!! Yesssss girl! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😍😍😍 I am SO beyond happy to see this post from you! This is the best news ☺️ You are so deserving of this with everything you’ve gone through! Hope you continue taking it easy and all the best - look forward to seeing more happy updates from you love xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPenguinBlue

Thank you so much!!! I’m absolutely over the moon but still in disbelief….. think it’ll take time for it to sink it. Hope you’re getting on well my lovely 💖❤️🥰 xxx

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PenguinBlue in reply toMillbanks

Hehe, yes I remember that feeling well - definitely surreal but so pleased you’re experiencing it! It’ll definitely feel more real once those wonderful first trimester symptoms kick in and at your next scan! I’m doing well - the heat plus 3rd trimester is an eye opener but otherwise doing just dandy xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPenguinBlue

Hehe! I’m actually looking forward to feeling rough!! What are we like?!? Xx

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PenguinBlue in reply toMillbanks

Haha I know, we wait so long for this that we just want to enjoy every moment. I definitely stuck my head in the bin and dishwasher to check my nausea was still there on more than one occasion 🤣🤣 xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPenguinBlue

Haaaaa!! Well we’ve been through so much it’s only natural to panic at every turn! Currently having uterus twinges and trying not to google it xxx

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PenguinBlue in reply toMillbanks

I know, I felt like I could only relax after I could start feeling baby kick (which took a while as of course I had an anterior placenta) but that wasn’t until 23 weeks for me! Try and take one day at a time (it’s hard I know..!). Twinges are definitely normal, I had pulling/cramping pretty much through 1st trimester - uterus is just stretching to make some room for the little one. Xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPenguinBlue

That’s good to know! How long for you now? Xx

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PenguinBlue in reply toMillbanks

Just over 8 weeks to go now..hoping he will continue baking until September. I have a scan next week to check his growth so obviously there is some anxiousness (as always) but it is definitely starting to feel real and tangible now 🙈 do you know when you’ll have your viability scan yet? Xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPenguinBlue

Eeeeeek!!! That’s wonderful news 🥰Really hope he keeps cooking!

Yes on the 10th August, so just taking it one day at a time until then… PUPO baby!! Xx

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PenguinBlue in reply toMillbanks

Ah so exciting! The countdown is on. 🙌🏽 Have everything crossed it will all be positive and will keep a look out on your posts. Keep your feet up and take it easy until then lovely xxx

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Millbanks in reply toPenguinBlue

Thank you so much!! Will be doing that as much as possible xxx

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butterfliez

Congratulations ! lovely news after such a long & difficult journey , number 6 is your lucky one 🥰 wishing you all the best for your pregnancy xx

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Millbanks in reply tobutterfliez

Thank you my lovely. Feels crazy! Hope you’re doing well xxx

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butterfliez in reply toMillbanks

It’s a surreal feeling finally getting that BFP isn’t it , enjoy every moment , I’m doing well thanks, I’m 26 weeks today xx

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Millbanks in reply tobutterfliez

Woohoo!! Amazing ❤️❤️❤️ Xx

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smarties85

Amazing ❤️Your words are so true x

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Millbanks in reply tosmarties85

Thank you xxx

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S2017

So happy to hear the news!! Congratulations 🥳

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Millbanks in reply toS2017

Thank you so much! How are you getting on? Xx

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S2017 in reply toMillbanks

I’m scheduled for my ERA testing in about 2 weeks time, awaiting results then transfer. Hopefully all goes well! Very happy to hear your news, miracles do happen.. Xx

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Millbanks in reply toS2017

Oh brilliant! The ERA was a game changer for me. Everything crossed for you xx

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S2017

Thank you 😊 Xx

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Marley15

Congratulations xx

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F_J_762301

Amazing news! Congratulations 💕 xxx

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leah30

Soooo pleased for you Hun ❤️

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Nane22

Aww wow congratulations hun!! That’s amazing news! Wish you all the best in your pregnancy xxx 😘

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Millbanks in reply toNane22

Thank you so much. I hope you’re feeling better and ready to crack on again? Xx

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Nane22 in reply toMillbanks

Yes hun I’m going to be starting my 3 cycle back to back next week hopefully! I’m

Glad I had a little break feeling much better 😊😊 xx

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Millbanks in reply toNane22

It makes all the difference!! So pleased for you. Wishing you all the luck in the world xx

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Nane22 in reply toMillbanks

Aw thank you lovely 🥰 we are trying a different protocol this time with new clinic so hopefully we get the magic formula 😍 xx

Sending big hugs to you

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Millbanks in reply toNane22

Yes!!! I think sometimes a fresh pair of eyes does the trick xxx

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Aussie83

Aw congratulations, how awesome! My 6th transfer is next so you’ve given me some much needed hope x

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Millbanks in reply toAussie83

Aww I’m so pleased. It’s the main reason I wanted to post this as I know how hard it is when you get to 4/5/6… but it can work!! For me I think the immune protocol was key. Got everything crossed for you xxx

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Aussie83 in reply toMillbanks

Yeah I think it really helps to see it can work after such a long road!

Yes I am doing immune bloods & an ERA next month before next transfer. Hopefully it’s the gold ticket 🤞

You must be so happy, revel in it x

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Millbanks in reply toAussie83

Brilliant. I had the ERA too and needed extra 24 hours 👍🏼❤️💖

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Jldurham73

I'm so so happy to read this!!!! Congrats on your bfp!!!! Wishing you a happy and safe pregnancy!

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Millbanks in reply toJldurham73

Thank you so much! Just so shocked 😮❤️💖Hope all is ticking along well with you! Xxx

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Jldurham73 in reply toMillbanks

We are 30 weeks now!!! She is on the smaller side so they are monitoring her growth very closely to make sure she doesn't need to come out sooner than later but as of now all is going well!!! I am so very happy for you though, you are one of the women that I admired for not giving up and to keep pushing forward for this so I cannot wait to follow your progress!!!! Good luck and keep us posted!!!

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Millbanks in reply toJldurham73

Aww that’s great! Hope she manages to keep cooking full term ❤️That’s so kind of you to say 🥰 I always felt that I couldn’t give up when there were still things to try and I’m so so happy that we got a positive. A really long way to go but it’s a great start 💖 xx

Yessss Millbanks 🥰

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Millbanks in reply to

And you tooooooooo! 💖🥰💖

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AuroraXen

Argh, can't believe I missed this! Such great news, all the congratulations in the world 😍😍 xx

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Millbanks in reply toAuroraXen

Thank you so much my lovely - I'm stunned and over the moon!! I've got everything crossed for your next cycle xxx

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AuroraXen in reply toMillbanks

You're such a sweetheart, thank you. Looking forward to trying naturally next week!! First natural attempt we've had since April (had the IVF then husband was away for a month after our failed transfer in June so we missed this month). But as I'm assuming we won't strike gold there,, I'll start downregging for the next cycle in Sept. Wishing you all the luck in the world with each precious milestone xx

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Millbanks in reply toAuroraXen

You absolutely never know! You just crack on and see what happens 😊But if not, maybe a little break is nice to help you relax xxx

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Sw1234

Don't know how I missed seeing this announcement. So happy for you, congratulations 💕

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Millbanks in reply toSw1234

Aww thank you! How are you getting on? Did your transfer go ahead ok? xx

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Sw1234 in reply toMillbanks

Yes, thank you. Transfer 5 and last one of the first cycle. Really lost trust in my clinic though.

We got a puppy the day after transfer which has been the best distraction ever

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Millbanks in reply toSw1234

That's just not where you want to be - but fingers crossed this will be the one and you won't have to worry about it again! Everything crossed for you xx

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Booda21

Wow congratulations!!xxx

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Millbanks in reply toBooda21

Thank you - I hope you're doing well xx

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SUMMERTIME02

I was just reading through your old post about ERA and curiously clicked on ur profile and seen this recent post. So very pleased for you! Congratulations, such beautiful news! Xx

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Millbanks in reply toSUMMERTIME02

That’s so kind of you, thank you! It’s still all a bit surreal to be honest. I think the ERA and the steroids did the trick. How are you getting on? Xxx

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Solly-44

Oh! I haven’t been on here for weeks. I’m so SO happy to see this post. Huge congratulations and lots of love! xx

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Millbanks in reply toSolly-44

Thank you so much my lovely. So sweet of you. Such a long road to get here, the relief so far is unreal. Hope you’re doing well xxx

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DJ202

Whoop whoop, such amazing news, I'm so happy for you!! Sit back, relax and enjoy it, so very much deserved!! 🌈🤰

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Millbanks in reply toDJ202

Thank you so much 💖Hope you’re doing well in your 2nd cycle xx

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DJ202 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you! Just off to Prague for round 2 - keep your fingers crossed!! Hope you're feeling well and enjoying your pregnancy! xx

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Millbanks in reply toDJ202

Aww good luck! Everything crossed my lovely. Still not quite able to relax and enjoy it just yet - scan next week so hopefully that’ll be ok and then it can start to feel a bit more real. Xxx

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DJ202 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you, much appreciated! :) I know wait times before scans are worrying! Be kind to yourself and treat yourself to something nice! xx

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Millbanks in reply toDJ202

Yes this is my first experience of it so not really sure what to expect but unfortunately have seen so many horror stories on here that it makes me nervous 😟 xx

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Purpledoggy in reply toMillbanks

I wonder if a lot of the positives don’t post as they worry it’s insensitive. I felt like you and that’s why I wanted to post a positive scan result to give others hope! Not long to go now Xx

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Millbanks in reply toPurpledoggy

Yes you are probably right!! I’d love to see more positive scan posts… Thank you 🙏🏼 just hoping all ok xxx

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DJ202 in reply toMillbanks

Remember you're likely to read the difficult stories here - people rarely share the positive stories! The most important thing is for you to look after yourself and listen to your body, take lots of rest breaks and eat little and often! :)

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Millbanks in reply toDJ202

Thank you. It makes me feel a lot better. I will xxx

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Aninha85

Hey Millbanks! I found your hope giving post and just wondering - with the lucky euploid transfer, did you follow era results? I.e. 24 h more of progesterone? And also, it was the first time you pgta tested ? Thanks!

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Millbanks in reply toAninha85

Hi lovely,

Yes it was the first time we’d definitely used a euploid embryo and we also used the ERA timing (we’d used that before but it hadn’t been successful) it was 137 hours of progesterone.

Xx

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Anita85 in reply toMillbanks

Thank you so much for your answer! I am now doing era, and we plan to transfer our (one and only) euploid embryo next cycle. All this after 5 transfers of 7 beautiful embryos...

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