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I’m dying for a bath but I can’t remember if I’m ok to have the during stims I’m in day 6?

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Bev51094

I did I wasn't told not to and all was ok x

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Fruitandflowers

I was so bloated and uncomfortable during stims I basically lived in the bath as it was the only time I got any relief. I think it's after collection (maybe after transfer too) that you have to wait a few days because of possible infection.

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Hells18 in reply toFruitandflowers

That is how I’m feeling really bloated amd the headaches are so bad this time xx

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minnesota_girl

Bath up til egg collection is encouraged! Keeps you warm and toasty. After egg collection can cause infection and then after transfer is a definite no...xx

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Running79

Hi

I’m 39 + 2 today and haven’t had a bath in 9 months - only had a shower using the hair hose.

As Minnesota girl says find during stims but after that a definite no

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