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@FliegepilzHut: I didn't have a whole lot of the genetic tests, just Factor V, thrombophilias, and karyotyping. I already had a lot of that information since we did 23&Me (before the restrictions). Here's a link to the tests that found the answer. They are all autoimmune tests, I tested in the "gray area" for 3 of them. Unfortunately, many doctors don't believe in autoimmune issues being a cause of IF/RPL.

I went on Lovenox about a week after ovulation. It would've been a few days sooner, but we were waiting for test results to get back. I stayed on it until 36w pregnant, then switched to heparin which stays in your blood stream for less time (prep for delivery). Postpartum, I was back on Lovenox for 4 weeks, and continued baby aspirin for 6.

Have you guys ever felt that an embryo just HASN'T taken? I know I'm only 2dp5dt but I just don't feel it.

@FliegepilzHut: Thanks chick. Trying not to be negative but I'm just really nervous.

@jaguar: Also wanted to send tons of really positive vibes your way!!! I know how hard it is, but we are all so excited and hopeful for you!!

@jaguar: I'm thinking good thoughts for you!

@mrswin: My mantra is "It is worth it!" and it is!

@FliegepilzHut: I know! We will have to seriously consider our options if this cycle doesn't work. While we would still have 4 embryos frozen, it is tough to keep going back to WI for transfers. And I'm not sure I have it in me to do a fresh cycle again, so I'm not sure what we will do. Just hoping for the best!!

@FliegepilzHut: We will transfer two embryos so hopefully those little ones will do the trick! Are you doing one or two? Yes, they can transfer the embryos to a new clinic but my RE doesn't recommend it (although they will help us do it if we want to). Their rationale was that their embryologists are most familiar with their methods of freezing and thawing so that there is a higher chance of success. But I would think that any reputable RE clinic would have good embryologists capable of thawing another clinics embryos. Still the whole idea of traveling embryos makes me nervous.

@jaguar: Thinking of you! Staying positive for you! Hugs!!

So I had my suppression check & injection teaching yesterday and my E2 levels are good... actually she said perfect! Injections start on Wednesday!! So happy to start phase 1, the ER!

Oh, I got my IVF packet & calendar for my FET. I got my med list, too. I'll need look at it again and let you know what meds I will be put on.

Question for you all.. for your ER, did you need to take pain meds afterwards? I think I'm getting prescribed Vicodin but I'm wondering if I can just get like a high dose of tylenol or something. Also, were you guys in bed for a few days? I'm planning on taking at least 1-2 (3 if I can manage) days off but I might have to work from home on one of those days.

@bluestriped bee: I took a couple Tylenol after the ER, I wasn't prescribed anything else and used a heating pad because it felt tender. As far as rest I took the rest of that day off but went back to work the next. I wanted to save my time for ET but I have a desk job that was pretty much the same as sitting on my couch all day!

@bluestriped bee: So exciting to be moving forward and awesome that everything looks so good!! I did not have any pain meds after my ER and didn't really need anything. I also took the rest of the day off, but was pretty much totally fine the next day. I got pretty bloated/crampy due to the stims/eggs, so there was a sort of feeling of relief after the ER.

@FliegepilzHut: Can you believe it is almost just a month away!! I'm also getting so excited/nervous. I'm really hopeful that the odds are in all of our favors this time around.

@bluestriped bee: I got Vicodin, and I took one the first night, but I probably could have done without it. I was only in bed for the rest of the day of, and I was uncomfortable but not in bed all day the second day. The third day I was back to work, and almost normal, just a little bloated/sore. It was about the same for both ERs.

@bluestriped bee: I was prescribed Tylenol with Codeine and I did take it that day right after. I didn't need any more than that though.

@jaguar: Hang in there, its so easy to over analyze symptoms or lack of symptoms after a transfer but that little one could have a mind of its own and implant differently than your others. What day will you start testing?

@leanne82: Hi! It's a bitter sweet welcome to the boards. Sorry you have to be here, but welcome to this supportive community.
I hear ya on the waiting! I'm waiting until January to do my second round of IVF too for insurance purposes.

@leanne82: Welcome! I switched clinics in April after a 3 failed IUIs. My new clinic finally diagnosed me with PCOS and DOR. We tried 3 more IUIs but they didn't work either. Today, I'm starting my injections for our first IVF cycle. I'm so happy to be at this point. Waiting for IVF to start is so much harder than the IUI process.

Hoping switching to your new clinic is just what you need!!

Umm, I'm a bit too eager to start! Today isn't the 23rd... Dammit! I'll call my RE to tell them that I'm an idiot and started early. Ugh! Well, that's a great way to start my stims...

@bluestriped bee: Oh dear! It's almost the 23rd here in Aus, so you can pretend you're in our time zone.