Egg retrieval and fertilisation

[Fudge2209]

Hi all,

I’m feeling anxious and disappointed as only 2 embryos were formed out of 11 eggs. I’m so saddened with the numbers and apprehensive about the chances to reach to the blastocyst stage. I’m 32 years and my AMH is normal. I also have endometriosis too. Could you share positive stories to grant me hope! I understand that all it takes 1 embryo for it to be successful. Thank you ❤️

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi. That is so disappointing, but until eggs are collected we don’t know how mature they are, or whether they will fertilise. You have a normal AMH so hopefully the ones you have will develop well. Fingers crossed for an ongoing, successful pregnancy. Diane

[Fudge2209 in reply to DianeArnold]

Thank you I appreciate your kind response. Apologies I meant to say the 2 eggs were fertilised out of 11 eggs collected after egg retrieval yesterday.

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK in reply to Fudge2209]

Hi. Yes, I realise that and hope the two develop well and you will be able to have transfer. Diane

[Pugs079]

I know it’s easy to say, but try not to feel so disheartened.

Like you said, it’s not about the number. Two embryos still gives you two chances.

Sending you positive vibes! xx

[WishingforbabyG]

Hi fudge. I am also 32 and I was in a similar stage as you a week ago. I had 10 eggs retrieved which I was really pleased with. We were then told only two fertilised last Thursday and on the call on Friday only one was progressing and our clinic recommended to transfer that egg as a day two embryo. I am now in the dreaded two week wait. No real advice other than: keep your head up, keep believing your little embroys are fighting as hard as they can. We are strong, resilient and we have got this. Please keep me posted on how your embryos get on, I have got everything crossed for you!

[Kitkat10]

yep only takes 1 🩷

I had a disastrous egg collection with only 3 eggs collected from 6 decent follicles, but that egg is now my 3 year old. I had more eggs from previous cycles but all were BFN, so my most disappointing cycle brought me my little boy xx wishing you all the luck that the same is true for you xx