I haven’t posted on here for a while but I do pop in now and then and I reply when I can. Our DE baby is nearly 11months and as I have said on previous posts, to all those worried about using DE due to the lack of genetics - don’t. It rarely even occurs to me that he hasn’t got any of mine. I’m so so glad we made the decision to use them.
That said, we always knew we would try for a sibling and are very lucky to have 2 tested embryos in the freezer. We will be transferring one in January and hoping it works.
I’m beginning to feel very nervous and those IVF feelings are coming back - I’d forgotten how horrible and all consuming they can be.
Sending everyone so much love and baby dust and praying that there’s some BFPs this morning xx
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Hi there,I felt exactly the same way as you once we started back our IVF journey after our first success in 2020. We started egg collection again in June 2021 and I was so nervous, worried about the process. We finally transferred an embryo on Nov 1st (bloods tomorrow).
You'd think the process gets easier but the same concerns and worry follow. I am wishing you a successful transfer and hope the nerves ease!
You're not alone but thank goodness for this network to boost each other up. You've got this! Congrats on your baby and wishing you a sibling too ❤️
Hi Gempuddleduck,Thanks for your post. We're going for one last cycle with my eggs and then will likely have DE as I've miscarried 3 times. I read that research is now finding part of a 3rd DNA within DE babies, which I like the idea that they will have some of my own DNA too.
Good luck with your next IVF journey, its such an anxious time!!! X
I am so sorry about your miscarriages. We also had such a tough time before having our baby - i know exactly how you feel.
I love the dna stats - so so lovely to hear. Many people say he has my eyes which is also so nice. Lots of luck too on the next part of your journey Xx
It sounds like you’ve had exactly the same journey as us. We had our DE DD in Dec 2021 and going for the next one now. Feeling exactly the same. I don’t think it’s easy for anyone going through this process and will always have the anxiety come back. My DD is gorgeous and yes, she has some of my features too which is amazing. I totally advise it to others too and so so happy we made this decision. Just can’t help those nerves coming back. My cycle went wrong last month so I’m expecting the same this month too. Eating lots and feeling anxious. It’s lovely to hear your story. You are not alone, there’s loads of us out here in the same boat. It’s gonna be amazing for us all…we have to keep the hope. I’d love to hear all about your journey.
Hi Gempuddleduck, thank you for your post. I’ve just started on my DE journey and sometimes doubt and anxiety creeps in and the grief over not having success with my own eggs but I know this is the right decision as it gives us the best chance. We’re about to start another cycle soon and I really needed this post today so thank you! I wish you all the best for your next IVF journey 💕 xx
Hi Gem, thanks for your message and sorry for the late reply! We’ve had a bit of a setback as I need to have a hysteroscopy before we can start our cycle. It feels like there’s so much waiting around / delays etc which can feel difficult… but I’m trying to keep my chin up! How are you getting on? xx
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