9/9/2009 7:53 PM
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Hey Toni~ Wanted to let you know that I sent you an email a bit ago to the address that you had given. Please let me know if you don't receive it.
To everyone else, there are so many in cycle and about to be in cycle right now that I won't list you individually, but I want you all to know that I'm thinking about you and really praying that this time is THE ONE for each of you.
Also, thanks again to everyone who has been so nice and congratulatory! I sincerely appreciate your support.
It's wonderful to have other "sisters" out there going through the same thing. I wish you each the very best! XXOO
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9/9/2009 7:02 PM
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thanks gonnabeamommy I will be a five day so yes info is extremely helpful. Ladybug the mixed emo is totally appreciated but know that God gives you the mixed emo and not all positive so you will draw nearer to him (thats my thought process anyhow) he just wants us to seek him and draw close and if we only had positive thoughts and good things happen we would have no need for him so I will be praying for you peace and comfort and babies
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9/9/2009 6:37 PM
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Hop1533 - My baseline is this Friday, so we are 1 day apart in the cycle. Be sure to keep me posted and I will do the same.
Not sure what this cycle will bring since having the myomectomy in June. I sure hope my uterus is healed, strong and ready to go! I'm trying to keep positive thoughts in and doubts out, but it's been mixed emotions. I will just have to think positive! WE ALL NEED TO THINK POSITIVE. God will deliver. Let's hope it is sooner than later for all us ladies here.
Wannabeamommy - Congrats to you!
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9/9/2009 5:28 PM
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mummy23boys, after ET the week is generally around 2 weeks depending on what day your transfer takes place. If you have a Day 3 transfer, your wait will be somewhere in the 11-12 day range. For a day 5 transfer, your wait will be around 9-10 days. Hope this helps. Good luck!
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9/9/2009 1:33 PM
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After the ET how many days before first blood test? And I saw the RE here yesterday and praise the mighty God that I didnt screw anything up after sundays mishap
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9/9/2009 1:30 PM
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FLORENCE my mom did ivf 5 years ago (and they have much more knowledge and advantage now than then) and she was 47 and no one told her she was old and as a matter of fact I have twin brother and sister now who are 4 years old
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9/9/2009 10:21 AM
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Good morning ladies,
Mummy23boys thank you for the greatest gift you could give me with the prayers. My first name is Florence and I would love it if you added me to your prayer list. I have one special request that I belive a all my sisters hereon the site have, we all pray for the same thing, a healthy and happy pregnancy with a baby boy or a baby girl to raise in the eyes of those whose love us and support us with the grace of God.
I am so happy to be in such good company and I know the blessing will continue to comfort all of us in one way or another.
Just sharing as much information as we can gives us an upper hand is the little infertility game. I refuse to be told I am old at 39!!!!! My Mom is 77 and still walks 5 miles a day every day, when I grow up I am planning to be like her.
Have a Blessed day ladies.
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9/9/2009 12:32 AM
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I totally have tears in my eyes and I dont know any of you bt am so glad you are out there. This stuff is just so exciting but so nerve racking and scary...I have a girlfriend here who just did donner and she is having twins after her 3rd failed so I know there is hope but this stuff where my RE is out of town is making things more difficult as I am sure you girls understand...thanks so much for the input congrats gonnabe I hope I am next... my ER is looking like the 16th I would love to put anyone of you who would like a like extra support on my prayer list so drop a line and let me know your first name if you dont mind (it makes it easier when I am praying) and if there are any specific prayers let me know I feel that is the only way to be in loving service to you all and would be honored to do so...Toni I am already praying for you but would yo let me know if there is specifics...God is so gracious its hard to remember that though ecspecially when things are tough...good night girls
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9/8/2009 8:23 PM
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CONGRATS WannabeAMommy!!! I wanted to save my congrats for after all 3 tests were over :-) I believe you are the positive inspiration that all of us need right now & hopefully the beginning of a long positive results trend!!
The weight gain is definitely an IUI/IVF meds side effect...at one point I talked to my Dr about it & she offered to write me a script to help (I had to turn down yet another med!) Just another great perk we get to deal with :-)
I forget who was asking about the Ganorelix but I took it once & had an asthma attack (or a VERY difficult time breathing) It also made my estadiol go from the 400's down to the 50's & eventually they cancelled the cycle (it was an early on IUI cycle) I'm sure plenty of people take it with positive results but be careful of side effects...
I know this is a busy time for LOTS of you with FET's & new cycles starting - I wish you all the best & hope to hear about many more POSITIVES!!!
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9/8/2009 7:25 PM
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hop1533 - I totally experienced the 'night sweats' I called them.... I think it's normal....for the most part. I know everyone's bodies react differently.
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9/8/2009 7:23 PM
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Toni - I have gained 30lbs since December.....I'm starting IVF #4 tomorrow (my lupron shots)....for my FET on Oct 9th. I'm sure it's the hormones, and all the stress, the ups and downs I've gone thru w/ 2 miscarriages, feeling depressed etc....I sure wish I hadn't put on this weight though, it makes me feel even more down. I'm just getting ready to put on my tennies and go for a walk though.
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9/8/2009 5:29 PM
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Had my B/W and u/s today...day 4 of follistim. Feeling slightly bloated but not too bad. My estradiol was 127 which I guess is up from the 24 it was at baseline. They could see a couple growing on each ovary. THis is so nerve wracking!! Don't know if I should be excited, scared,worried,etc.!!!! 127 seem a loonngg way from the 1000's I've read I need for the ER to occur. Does that level rise quick when it starts? I read that follistim should be 8-10 days and then ER. What's everyone think? My biggest fear has been that I wouldn't produce eggs because of my age (39). THanks ladies for your input!!
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9/8/2009 4:28 PM
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Congrats again WannaBeAMommy!!! To all who are in cycles or are in between, good luck!!!
I started Menapur and Follistim shots on Sunday and I go in tomorrow morning for my first b/w and u/s. I took my last Femara pills this morning. I know a lot of you said you have experienced bloating but I haven't experienced that. I am however getting mad hot flashes and I can barely take it. I'm finding myself waking up drenched in the middle of the night, and as I'm sitting here at work I can barely handle it. I'm not sure if it's from the Femara or the shots, but I haven't experienced this in the last year of doing shots, and I've taken Femara only the last two times. I guess it's a little funny to think about, but it wasn't funny in my meeting this morning when I was beading at the lip!! At this rate I can't even fathom going to the gym after work, I'll probably be drenched walking out of the place! Anyone else experiencing hot flashes?
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9/8/2009 12:41 PM
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Hello Everyone,
I hope everyone had a good weekend and is still enjoying life as we go on with our quest for a dream come true.
Can you tel me what your weight situation has been after a cycle, i feel like I blew up over the last week or so.
mummy23boys- Do not feel dumb, all this is overwhelming and between dealing with everyday life and the stress of all of this I have become a bit forgetful and just a bit dazed. I do not think it is the medication I think it is the process. I have to write everything down to the last instruction or I am always afraid I will forget something. Just take a deep breath and I am sure it will be okay.
jen40-
I did not want to bring this up about the follistem but I thought it was just me, the bloating and gas is bad and it is really painful. I drink alot of water as it is and i have resorted to taking gas-x. Mind you I have been off the meds now for 9 days . Since my retrieval did not produce any viable eggs.
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9/8/2009 12:25 PM
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Mummy, I saw your questions and wanted to offer a little input. The Follistim pen, all presentations is overfilled to account for priming. Typically this means an "extra" or "free" 75 IUs of available medication in each cartridge, so you should be alright from a drug quantity stand point. You should still discuss the increased dose with your RE, as I am sure you probably have done by this point. The injection videos are available online at www.fertilitybydesign.com. This might help you with the actual injection technique. It can be a little daunting for sure! Good luck!
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9/8/2009 11:22 AM
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Hi everyone -
I'm glad to see so much activity on here lately, it helps so much to go thriugh this with other women, although, of course I'm sorry that any of us have to deal with ivf in the first place! I'll be done with BCPs in 2 more days, then start stims on the 17th. As my schedule gets closer the more anxious I get. I sure hope that my RE is doing the right thing by cycling me back to back like this! This has been ongoing for me since june, I'm tired already. I'm just praying that it will be the elusive BFP this time!
Addis - I've used Ganirelix before & will be on it this time also. I only had a problem with injection site itchiness, tenderness from it. I believe that your bloated feeling is from the FSH med, follistem. Other than drinking a LOT of water its just a part of stimming to deal with, sorry - Good luck & grow those follies!
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9/8/2009 9:32 AM
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jas8-31 i am sure the doc will let u know she should there is anything off the chart. As for me I was extra carefull myself takes me approx an hour to administer the shots and it is the right dosage. A couple of times had to go over on the Follisium pen as it wouldn't bring a drop immediately. Anyone can provide info as I started on Ganirelix injections yesterday did anyone took that duing their cycle. This last 3 days I started having a sour stomach don't know from the shots and as well I am very bloated does anyone expierience that and what did you take for it.
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9/7/2009 10:44 PM
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Like someone else said, I've been pretty OCD about all these steps, too. Putting so much into this emotionally and financially, I didn't want to do anything to cause it to fail. I check and double check. So glad someone said they were on Follistim for 6 days before they felt anything...I was getting nervous. Have appt tommorrow for monitoring...sure hope something's going on!!
Congrats gonnabeamommy!!! SOOOO Happy for you! THanks everyone for posting and sharing your experience..you all have been so reassuring!!
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9/7/2009 9:59 PM
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Sorry no help here Mummy...I was so OCD about everything that I made sure by triple checking the dose from my spreadsheet the doctors office gave me to break down each day of meds. Let me know how that goes for you though I am curious to know what they say.
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9/7/2009 9:30 PM
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Hi mommies(to be) does anyone know about the total brain fart I had last night about the dose being more than what it was supposed to be go for 2nd u/s tomorrow hoping they will know if I totally messed things up or not by that? I feel that these meds are making me kind of dumb i.e. forgetful...anyone else with the experience.
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9/7/2009 6:59 PM
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Hello GonnabeMommy,
I wanted to touch bases with you once you have a chance to come down from your high happy place.
I wanted to pick you brain about the donor eggs. I am so happy to hear about your numbers. I am so excited to know if there are 2 or 1 beans cooking in there.
My email is marcence@hotmail.com. Whenever you are available let me know.
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9/7/2009 4:36 PM
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Oh, Jas8-31, I have heard lots of people have great success with FET (frozen embryo transfers). I know that at the time of thaw, it is possible that they want all make it, but after that, I believe success is very good. Try not to sweat it... Wednesday is just around the corner. Keep us all posted. Will cross our fingers for your BFP!
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9/7/2009 4:34 PM
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Hi Ladies, Had my 3rd and final beta today and my numbers are good and solid. Went from 457 on Friday to 1463 today so right on target. No more blood sticks for a while, yeah! Scheduled my first OB ultrasound for 2 weeks from today. Am eager for that to see if there is 1 or 2 little beans in there and see the heartbeat for the first time. Another 2ww!
To Jas8-31, BFP means a positive pregnancy test which is exactly what I hope you get on Wednesday! When people have a negative, they call it a BFN. Good luck to you!
Hope everyone is having a nice long weekend. Best wishes to everyone in cycle and getting ready to go there also! Take Care. XOXO
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9/7/2009 1:18 PM
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Oh yes does anyone know if frozen blastocysts work as well as fresh ones? Sorry I'm very nervous had my transfer with two on 8/31 and am taking my first preg. test on Wednesday. I feel like I am coming out of my skin.
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9/7/2009 1:13 PM
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Hello ladies. I am pretty new at posting so could someone tell me what BFP stands for and how to stay calm the days before taking your pregnancy blood test. Thanks!
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9/7/2009 11:12 AM
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I cant hold my fat put the pin in and twist at the same time
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9/7/2009 11:09 AM
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Ok so I really think my brain is stopped working...last night I dosed myself with 300 follistim but was only supposed to dose 225 my RE afterhours says they will contact my nurse if its an emergency is it an a
emergency? Has anyone else ever done such a dumb thing?
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9/7/2009 2:33 AM
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Mummy - first few days of folliuism you don't feel much but 6 days into the medics your body change. That is my experience. when you getinto day 7-12 that is when the change and growth of the follices.. Even the nurse told me after my BW- US that we will see the growth and how they are coming. Good luck!
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9/6/2009 11:10 PM
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I started the follistim pen on SAt..so far so good. Not really feeling anything different..hopefully that doesn't mean anything. Mummy..what "pen" issues are you having? I got a practice one and played with it a bit before I started..I'm a nurse so that may help me too. Let me know if I can help. I have U/S and bloodwork Tues to see if anything is happening! Thinking of everyone waiting and hoping!!
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9/5/2009 5:33 PM
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Sorry sent reply before I was done... anyhow I started the follistim yesterday and Im having some trouble using the pen any tips? Im just nervous info will be lost in translation. Also feeling nausa today follistim? maybe?
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9/5/2009 5:31 PM
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Co-monitoring means my RE is in Encino and I am in albuquerque being co-monitored by a RE here but he is unwilling to show me how to use my meds and seems to be a little adjtated
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9/5/2009 10:01 AM
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Please tell me what comonitoring is?
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9/4/2009 11:21 PM
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lcgl...chiropratic adjustment yes while you are pregnant is super helpful for the reflux hip pain and back pain!
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9/4/2009 11:19 PM
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Hi it seems there are a few of us rt around sept 16 exciting congrat a
wannabeamommy totally nervous im doing comonitoring and so totally scared something will be missed am i normal?
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9/4/2009 4:53 PM
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Hi girls, Thanks so much for all the very nice good wishes! I really appreciate each & every one of them.
So, after a very exhilarating Wednesday & BFP, I woke up yesterday morning to bright red spotting. Of course, I panicked. Called my RE who told me that it happens in about 50% of all IVF cases for some unknown reason and that most go on to have a normal, healthy pregnancy. Of course, I cried and went back on bedrest per their instructions. Bleeding stopped sometime last night (Thank you, God!). None today so praying that is all behind me.
Went in today for my 2nd beta and it went from 247 to nearly double at 457. My RE & I are both pleased with that number. RE said that it was a good number even if I hadn't had the spotting incident.
Whew, can none of this be simple & easy!? Going to take it very easy this weekend and try to keep my feet up as much as possible. Will go back in early Monday morning for 3rd beta. Will keep you all posted.
Thanks so much for your continued prayers! I know it makes a difference.
Best wishes to everyone in cycle and beginning new cycles. I pray this is your time. Thanks and baby dust to all! XO
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9/4/2009 9:50 AM
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Wannabeamommy: CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! I'm so SO happy for you :-) I know you are thrilled to the core! This has been a long and hard journey but now you've got the amazing payoff. Likely twins too...that's awesome.
all the best and I'll continue to send positive vibes your way.
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9/4/2009 9:17 AM
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Hello ladies,
It has been a while since I posted ---Have a lot of catching up to do to know how is everyone is doing. Just after my last failed IVF cycle had to recop and get energy to continue the journey.. I started my second cycle right away and it seems Sept is the month for some of us.
Wannabemommy - CONGRATS!!! I'm so so happy for you, I pray for everyone their success story soon.
I have some Lupron from my last cycle that I didn't have to use this cycle so wandering if anyway wants it need it and I can mail it out to them. Luckily for me my insurance pays for the medications and my co-pay is reasonable. Please let me know.
My protocal is differeny this time anyone with similar dates. BCP starting on 8/11 and 1 baby asprin everyday
8/27 stop BCP continue BA
8/29 start follisum 300 am 150 menpour and 150 follisum pm
B/w and U/s every other day to check Es levels -level is rising but just barely ( 44,66,108) very low
9/9 ER day if levels are ok
9/12-14 ET depends on embroys
Oct 3 Pregnancy Test
Nothing but positive thoughts for everyone!
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9/3/2009 6:12 PM
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Wannabemommy - CONGRATS!!! I'm so so happy for you, I want to be just like you!!! ;-)
Cristeen - I start shots on Sunday with an estimated ER on the 16th so we will be close! Good luck to you!!
Nothing but positive thoughts for everyone!
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9/3/2009 1:30 PM
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Hi Everyone. I haven't posted in a while. Been trying to keep up with work before the transfer. But I go in for the FET tomorrow. It seems like it took a lot longer this time for the date to arrive compared to the IVF.
Snowie - Glad you got started. Looked at your schedule and I have done mostly the same things. However they have me on the Estrogen patches - 4 changing every other day. And they are expensive. It is $100 for 12 of them and I go through all twelve once a week. Plus I do not do a steroid either.
Congrats WannaBeAMomy!!!
I will let all know how the un-freeze goes tomorrow.
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9/3/2009 11:40 AM
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Hi wannabe/gonnabe-
I accidentally posted the other before I was finished. I'm so happy for you! Good strong numbers.
I'm now 28 weeks pregnant with twins (IVF#6), and physically experiencing all the annoying things you might expect (reflux, hip pain, back pain...) but emotionally very good. Our first beta was 1503! But it was 2 days after it should have been drawn and we initially had three gestational sacs.
Whether one or two, I'm very happy for you.
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9/3/2009 11:35 AM
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Congratulations Wannabe(gonnabe)amommy--
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9/3/2009 6:15 AM
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Hey everyone..
Wannabemommy...WOW!! How wonderful your news is! I will definitely keep you in my prayers for those levels to keep on rising!!
Toni- hang in there girl!! Stay strong- saying some prayers for you, too.
Got my repeat baseline yesterday..my cyst is gone and estradiol low! I start stims on Sat. I'm so excited,anxious,nervous,etc. Anyone cycling close to me? Should have ER around 13th or 14th depending on my ovaries! Any info about follistim or suggestions would be appreciated!
Everyone waiting, recovering, deciding what to do next or celebrating.. best of wishes!
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9/2/2009 9:13 PM
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HEllO GonnabeAMommy!!!!
I am so happy that I cried my DH asked if I had lost my mind!!!
I had meetings all afternoon and I could not check on you until now!!!!!!!
I will keep you in pray and continue to listen attentivly as you share your great news. All I can do is smile right now.
Now you need to focus on your self and having a happy healthy pregnancy.
Talk soon
Toni XOXOXOXOXOXO
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9/2/2009 6:54 PM
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WannabeMomma- SO THRILLED for you!!! I can just feel the joy and excitement in your heart. It's so good to hear good news!!! Keep us posted on if it's twins.
I am meeting with my RE on 9/16 to discuss my 1st failed ivf and see where we are at. I am doing much better and excited to see all that God has in store for my hubby and myself.
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9/2/2009 5:26 PM
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Thanks Snowie & Jen for the good wishes! I am still in shock I think. Crazy day around here (good things) for other reasons, so think it will finally sink in later tonight when it's quite and calm. Best of luck to both of you on your next cycles. Snowie, won't be long now before your FET. I wish you both the lots of success and happiness. Will let you know after Friday's numbers. Keep praying for rising numbers! Hugs, XOXO
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9/2/2009 3:38 PM
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wannabeamommy - Hooray for BFP!!!!!! OMG, you must be so excited!! Fantastic beta # too! I would love twins also!! but will be happy with just 1. So very happy for you!!
CONGRATULATIONS MOM!!!
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9/2/2009 3:37 PM
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I was so excited on my last post, that I hadn't even read anything posted today. So, first, thank you to each of you for your good wishes today. It worked!!
Toni, I will get in touch with you either tomorrow or Friday and we can talk about the DE thing. If you want to do it here, that is fine, or if you prefer sending me an email address, I can do that too. I am glad your DH & RE are on board. Trust me, the hardest part is making the decision to move forward. After that, it gets much easier. You're in my prayers and we'll talk soon.
Thanks again, everyone! Blessings & baby dust to everyone!
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9/2/2009 3:37 PM
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CONGRATS Wannabeamommy I am SOOOOO happy for you. That is a WONDERFUL number sounds to me like you are well on your way to making your dreams come true.
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9/2/2009 3:33 PM
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Hello friends,
I am thrilled to tell you that I had my first beta today and it was BFP!!!!!!!!! I had a pretty high number also at 247. My IVF nurse told me to brace myself for possibly twins! My DH and I are walking on a cloud right now. It is so wonderful to cry happy tears for once after so many failed IVF cycles previously. Whether 1 or 2 babies, I am just feeling incredibly grateful and blessed right now. Will go back in on Friday & Monday for betas 2 & 3, so please be praying for great, rising numbers.
Thank you so much to everyone for your encouragement and support. I appreciate it more than you know.
From my heart, I hope every single one of you gets to enjoy this same feeling very soon. Yippie!!! XOXO
(Sorry for the duplication. I wanted to post this in a couple of places so no one would miss it. Thanks!)
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9/2/2009 2:45 PM
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Hello Everyone -
Hope that you all are doing well. Ok, here we go again (gulp!) I start stims on the 17th, antagonist this time.
I'm trying not to get all worked up about it, but thats pretty difficult as this will be the last cycle with my eggs.
I hope it works this time! this is also the 3rd back to back cycle, so I sure hope that the RE is right about back to back cycling helps with poor responders. We''ll see soon enough. Since the last 2 were cancelled I kind of feel a bit paranoid that this one will be also. I know, relax, stress only gets in the way. I think that theres a couple of women that will be cycling close in schedule, so thats great! I have high hopes for us all!
Toni - My heart goes out to you. I understand what you're going through, its so hard to deal with. I'm thrilled that you've bounced back quickly & that your DH is on board with DE. I havent crossed that bridge yet, but its right in front of me, my DH wont even discuss DE. Let us know how your RE appt goes. hugs
Snowie - You are getting so close now! Are you getting excited yet?
Smiles - We are in the same "last cycle" boat - Fingers crossed for us all!
wannabea mommy - Hoping positive thoughts for your beta, let us know!
hugs & prayers to us all!
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