been reading some of your post and they’ve been amazing to read and also helped so much already!
I’ve only just begun so I’d love to hear more in relation to my situation if anyone’s happy to share their story!
I’m 30, my cycle is regular however found out my egg reserve is super low (0.2). Ultra sound confirms I have 1 good ovary (7 follicles).
I’ve been advised that donor eggs would be the most logical route for us. I’ve done plenty of research but still feel very down about not having any possibility of using my own eggs. I know people who’ve had IFV but no one that’s had donor eggs and everyone keeps offering me their eggs which is very kind and I’m thankful I have friends whiling but that’s not something I feel comfortable with.
There are so many pros and cons that I’m constantly back and forth on my decision whether to go through.
My next appointment isn’t until June so I have plenty of time to decide.
I would love to hear if anyone has used egg donors as their first/only option and their experiences!
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Like raj1 said don’t discount yourself yet. We did have to move onto donor but we had a couple of goes with our own first. I don’t regret moving to donor but I think I would have if I hadn’t tried with our own xxxx coz I can say … we did everything we could xxx
I think you should definitely have a try with your own eggs first - otherwise I believe you will always wonder 'what if'.. give yourself a chance first for a round or two and just see what happens.
The main thing about IVF is not to have any regrets x
hello Laura200, I am 40 and had 6 follicles which produced 6 eggs. 3 were matured but only one fertilised and has been transferred. May be try with your own eggs first before opting for donor eggs. Good luck
Hello. My AMH was similarly low at 32. Consultant said less than 5% chance of success with my eggs. We decided to give it one shot, using our NHS funded round. Only 1 follicle developed despite max stims. They retrieved 1 egg but it had poor morphology so didn't fertilise. However, I don't regret trying it - if we hadn't, I'd always have wondered. We then moved on to donor eggs and I'm currently pregnant with twins from our first attempt (long way to go, though). It's good that you've got until June to think about it so you can take your time. Good luck xx
I would personally give your own eggs a go. I also have low AMH so was refused NHS funded ivf. My husband also has low sperm. We still gave it a go and from our first round we have a son. We’ve been trying again and after a couple of failed rounds, I’m in the early stages of my second pregnancy. Low AMH just means you have lower egg reserve but it only takes one egg. I know IVF is a numbers game and low AMH means our numbers are less but that doesn’t mean it won’t happen. I’ve seen so many positive stories on here and that gave me hope. I’m glad we tried and I think the not knowing would have eaten away at us. Hoping for a positive story for you too x
Hi lovely welcome to the forum, there are loads of lovely and supportive people on here who have walked similar paths. You are young and in the world of fertility age is more important than ovarian reserve/numbers. I'd be tempted to try with your own eggs as lots of women do have success. Often a milder approach (mild stimulation) works better for women with low AMH so worth discussing at your next appointment. Sending lots of love xx
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