This is the story of our journey towards parenthood. My husband and I dream of bringing home a healthy baby, and have been trying for over 5 years now with little more than heartbreak. For many months now I have been preparing myself physically and mentally for this 5th IVF attempt and wish to share my story with those who continue to have hope for the future in the wake of devastation.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
BFP!!!
Beta count is 86. Got another blood test scheduled the day after tomorrow to make sure things are progressing adequately. Keep your fingers & toes crossed!
Friday, July 8, 2011
"Gorgeous!"
That's how the doc described the two Class 1, 8-cell embryos we transfered today: "Gorgeous!". That is definitely encouraging. Now let's just hope the little buggers will stick! The other three were still doing fine this morning and will be cultured a few more days to hopefully get to the blastocyst stage before freezing. 11 days 'til the blood test...
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Lost one :'(
We are down to five, but those five are dividing nicely. Two will be put back where they belong tomorrow, as all shall return to Mother Nature's control, and we hope for the best...
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
We have embryos!
My egg retrieval went as scheduled yesterday, with 9 good eggs extracted. A call from the doctor a few minutes ago confirmed 6 good embryos. Wow! I've never had that many before! One step closer. The transfer is planned for Friday afternoon.
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