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i know i said i’d be doing a long post about being a queer person and trying to have a kid and what its been like for my wife and i going through IVF. but as you can imagine it’s a really uh complicated and personal thing. so i ended up writing this instead, because sometimes hard things become easier to talk about through the lens of someone else. and i just really love that JPL went with this storyline for DJ because it provides so much more depth to play around with her character and i just really love DJ <3 sort of throwing the show timeline out the window just a bit bc i dont think its plausible, just roll with it. also my inbox/dms are always open if people want to know anything specific or just need to talk please dont hesitate to reach out. obvi im no expert but i’ve been living it and shits hard
note: there’s no avadeb in this just fyi
DJ has always hated doctors, ever since she was little. The drab and sterile rooms, the crunch of the paper between the backs of her legs and the exam table, the feeling of exposure as strangers in white coats prodded her body and treated her like she was more object than person. She never had a family doctor growing up, spending so much of her formative years on the road, so each visit was strange and unfamiliar. Then as she got older, suddenly there were more and more of them. There were the doctors in the emergency room in Chicago who threaded a tube thicker than her thumb down her esophagus and pumped liquid charcoal into her stomach, counteracting the overdose and saving her life at seventeen. Or the psychologists sent down to assess her mental state after she’d gotten high off pills and driven through the rare books room at Cornell, asking if she was trying to hurt herself. Or the paramedics who made sure she didn’t bleed to death on the way to the hospital after doing too much cocaine and wrapping her car around a telephone pole on Las Vegas Boulevard, her fractured leg bone piercing right through the skin and only just missing severing an artery.
She owed her life to these people, multiple times over, but even now she can’t shake the uneasiness of every visit, the same pit in her stomach making itself known all these years later. Can’t stand the fake niceties when the doctors call her Deborah, only having taken a cursory glance at a name on a chart right before entering the exam room. To whom she is just another body, another collection of parts to be medicated and manipulated to reach an end goal. Just another statistic, whether it be bringing her back from the brink of death or helping to bring more life into the world.
The truth is, DJ wasn’t sure she ever wanted children.
Motherhood seemed to her like a disease, an infliction to be suffered through, never quite enjoyed and always full of resentment. Everyone had issues with their mother in some form or another; piles upon piles of expectations, of projected dreams and ambitions, of raising another human in one’s own image in the hope that the next generation will be better than the last. Her own mother was a teenager when she got pregnant, only a few months into her twenties when DJ was born, and she’s always wondered whether Deborah regretted it, even now. The marriage, the pregnancy, and how DJ bore witness to the unraveling of it all when she was only five years old. How Deborah’s choices compounded on one another and manifested many times over the years in DJ’s near destruction.
DJ was fucked up enough from her own mother, why inflict that generational pain on someone else?
But then she met Aidan, who cared enough to look past all the bullshit, resentment, and trauma. Who stood at the face of the walls she’d erected and punched through each one in turn, flooding her world with light and love. A man who beat up other men for a living yet was at his core both sweet and kind and who made her feel like she was perfect exactly the way she was. And not because she’s Deborah Vance Junior, daughter of a living comedy legend, or a recovered junkie with a lingering alcohol problem needing saving, but because even after all the shit, her parents splitting up, the overdoses, the accidents, the failed businesses, the lawsuits, DJ was still here. She was still fighting for her own happiness and her own place in this world. She found in him an equal partner, someone else who gets up even after the punches land just a bit too squarely, and one who would be an incredible father one day.
And the more they talked about it, the more DJ realized a child is something she could want. That she could love. That she could give a better life to than the one she’d lived. One full of stability, of two loving parents, of a home that didn’t travel to a different city every few days. And once the seed of the idea had sprouted, it rooted somewhere unreachable inside of her, the want only growing with time.
So they started trying.
But months went by and nothing ever came but her period, each singular disappointment a sharp and stinging hurt that compounded month after month.
After a certain seemingly arbitrary number of continued failures, they were eventually referred to a fertility clinic. There were countless meetings with doctors and nurses full of acronyms she could never keep straight, things like IUI and IVF, HSG and CBC. There were ultrasounds with the doctor sticking a lubed-up wand sheathed in a condom up her vag to inspect her ovaries, counting how many looked “good,” whatever that fucking meant, and measuring their sizes with a few clicks of a mouse. There were blood tests and sperm counts, trying to pinpoint who exactly the problem was with, her or Aidan, without any concrete answer other than sometimes these things just happen, which seemed like total bullshit.
They started out with the less invasive and less expensive option first. There were three cycles of IUI over three months. Three separate injections to trigger the release of an egg at just the right moment, three times the doctor let Aidan depress the plunger of the syringe, pushing his own sperm through a tiny catheter and up into DJ’s uterus. Three times they hoped they’d fall into the twenty-fifth percentile of successful fertilizations. But each try always ended the same, disappointment after disappointment.
Nothing prepares you for the weight of failure, for the shame. That your body is somehow missing something, or just not good enough to do what it was supposed to. It was irrational, she knew, but DJ had spent so many years trying not to get pregnant, that the irony that it may never happen was suffocating. She wondered if maybe this was never really meant for her at all. That maybe it was the universe’s way of saying it was better not to bring another Vance into the world.
But Aidan refused to give up, not when there was still something left to try. Not when there was still a chance.
So now it was IVF or nothing.
She’d taken the hormones to mature the eggs, injecting herself in the abdomen three different times each night for weeks with multiple drugs costing thousands of dollars that she can’t spell and can only barely pronounce. They messed with her moods, making her feel like she was someone else entirely, and not someone she liked. There were countless scans and blood draws, multiple visits to the clinic per week leading up to the retrieval, only for her body to mature a meager half dozen viable eggs that were sucked out via tiny catheter, then fertilized in a dish in a lab adjacent to the procedure room. It was all so sterile and cold. Nothing like how she imagined this all going. But after all of it, all the money and the medications, the appointments and the tests, the bloating and weeks of recovery, they had three healthy embryos. Three last chances for a baby of their own.
In the rare moments DJ allowed herself to dream, she hoped that their baby would have red hair.
More pills, more injections, more cycle tracking, then finally transfer day arrives. Aidan is sure to kiss her long and hard in the car before they go in, promising to love her no matter what happens. It all just feels like waiting for the other shoe to drop.
The waiting room of the clinic is always busy, a strange liminal space that always feels like there’s too little air and two much of something else, invisible and unnamable. It’s mostly women, some with partners and some without. Nearly everyone has their phones out and hardly anyone ever makes eye contact. Heads go up when a new patient comes in, women clocking another stranger traveling down this same shitty path, all inflicted with the same lingering failure. She’s spent a lot of time in this room. Too much time. Over the past months, she’s watched the tall skinny palm in the far corner turn brown then start to drop its leaves, dying without sunlight in this windowless room.
It’s hard to feel hopeful, even though the odds of success of IVF are much higher. But with her age and how few chances they have left, it’s all one big shitty fucking cosmic gamble and DJ has never been very lucky.
There’s more fanfare this time, the doctor making a show of it as he threads the catheter in, pointing to a singular grainy line on the ultrasound as Aidan takes a video with his phone of the meager few minutes the procedure takes. The nurse points to a tiny blip on a black and white screen. Their baby.
It’s another week of waiting before they are back in for yet another blood test. DJ could barely stand to look at her own arms, the bruising in the crooks of her elbows from all the needle sticks a constant reminder of the mountain she had to climb just to make it this far. Of everything she’s been through just to be here.
The phone rings on a Friday morning, before Aidan left for the gym and while DJ was still only half way through the smoothie he insisted on making for her each morning. But they weren’t pregnant and the disappointment was the strongest wave yet, swelling with each empty word from the nurse across the line, cresting and drowning them both.
One attempt down, two to go.
A few weeks later they try again, but the result doesn’t change. Negative, negative, negative. A never ending cycle of failure. This time DJ keeps the news from Aidan on the eve of his first ever UFC fight. She’ll carry this burden alone, at least for the time being, but she escapes to the mansion to sit with it just in case, knowing he’ll be able to tell what’s up the second he sees her.
DJ doesn’t know why she expected better from her mother after finally telling her the truth. All she’s done her whole life is disappoint Deborah, so why should this be any different? She should’ve just continued to keep it to herself, to live in this grief alone, rather than expect her mother to care. At least after the mess of that conversation she felt something other than despair, the anger white hot and blazing. Deborah all but said DJ would be a shit mother, but it takes one to know one and she didn’t need any of this anymore. Not Deborah’s judgment, not her criticisms. And definitely not Deborah projecting her own trauma onto DJ. Aidan was not Frank and DJ was not Deborah. Their love stories wouldn’t end the same way, with a fucked up kid caught in the middle of it all. The fact that her and Aidan have to try this hard, have to jump through this many hoops just for the chance at parenthood proves they’re more ready than DJ’s parents ever were.
At least Deborah makes half an effort to apologize.
The next day, after Aidan wins his fight against all odds, they take it as a sign. They’re going to give it one last shot. Because the Vances are fighters. And they don’t give up until they’ve won.
#hacks#prompts with friends#tho this one was not a prompt and just for me#hope it works out for you deej#fyi this is not avadeb#ivf journey#shits really hard yall#took me a bit to get over deborahs initial reaction in canon to dj's news#but it actually makes total sense that she doesn't want dj to get burned by getting married and having a kid so fast just like she did#when it all went so fucking very wrong for deborah way back when#but that's the tricky thing about writing only from one POV#dj is so sunk into her own shit (literally the despair is truly horrible) she can't see the warning deb is trying to give#rambling in the tags as usual#i have a lot of thoughts
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'Abandoned guilt and Absorbed gladness' is a book on the IVF journey by Ericka Michelle with C Natasha RIchburg
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Both hypertension and diabetes can have significant implications for pregnancy and can potentially pose risks to both the mother and the baby. It is crucial to get your medical conditions under control before proceeding with IVF to ensure the best possible outcome for both you and your potential pregnancy.
The healthcare provider will assess your overall health, the severity of your conditions, and whether they are well-managed. They may recommend lifestyle changes, medications, or other treatments to control your blood pressure and blood sugar levels before attempting IVF. Once your conditions are stable and well-managed, the healthcare provider may then proceed with the IVF process. There are best IVF Specialists in Mumbai like Dr Firuza Parikh who can give you the best advice on IVF procedure , and how bp and diabetes can affect my IVF success.
Keep in mind that each individual's situation is unique, and the decision to undergo IVF will depend on various factors, including the specific details of your health conditions and overall health status.
It is crucial to have open and honest communication with your healthcare provider, share any concerns you may have, and follow their guidance to ensure the best possible outcome for your health and potential pregnancy.
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From Diagnosis to Baby: A Sharjah Couple's IVF Journey
Infertility is a challenging and emotional journey for many couples, and in Sharjah, one couple's experience with IVF is a testament to the power of hope and perseverance. In this article, we'll share their story, from diagnosis to the birth of their baby, and provide insight into the IVF journey.
Diagnosis of Infertility
The couple, let's call them Sara and Ahmed, had been trying to conceive for several years without success. After consulting with a fertility specialist in Sharjah, they received a diagnosis of unexplained infertility. This means that there were no obvious reasons why they were not able to conceive naturally.
IVF Consultation
After discussing their options with their doctor, Sara, and Ahmed decided to pursue IVF. They underwent a series of tests and screenings to determine if they were good candidates for the treatment. IVF involves stimulating the ovaries to produce multiple eggs, retrieving the eggs, fertilizing them with sperm in a laboratory, and then transferring the embryos back into the uterus.
The IVF Process
The couple began the IVF process, which involved hormone injections, ultrasounds, and blood tests. The goal was to stimulate Sara's ovaries to produce as many eggs as possible for retrieval. After several days of injections, Sara underwent an egg retrieval procedure, where the eggs were removed from her ovaries.
Fertilization and Embryo Transfer
The retrieved eggs were fertilized with Ahmed's sperm in a laboratory, and the resulting embryos were monitored for several days. After careful consideration, the couple decided to transfer two embryos back into Sara's uterus. The embryo transfer procedure is quick and painless and involves placing the embryos into the uterus using a thin catheter.
The Two-Week Wait
After the embryo transfer, the couple entered the two-week wait period, where they anxiously awaited the results of the treatment. During this time, Sara had to refrain from any strenuous activity and take extra precautions to ensure the success of the treatment.
Positive Pregnancy Test
After the two-week wait, the couple received the good news they had been waiting for- a positive pregnancy test. Sara was pregnant, and the IVF treatment had been successful. The couple was overjoyed and grateful for the support of their doctor and the ivf Sharjah team.
Pregnancy and Delivery
Sara's pregnancy was closely monitored by her doctor, and she received regular ultrasounds and check-ups. After a healthy pregnancy, Sara delivered a beautiful baby boy via C-section. The couple was thrilled to finally hold their baby in their arms and begin their journey as parents.
Challenges and Emotional Struggles
The IVF journey can be a rollercoaster of emotions, and Sara and Ahmed experienced their fair share of challenges and struggles. From the anxiety of the two-week wait to the physical discomfort of the hormone injections, the process was not without its difficulties. However, the couple persevered, leaning on each other and their support system throughout the journey.
Support from Family and Friends
The emotional support of family and friends can make a significant difference in the IVF journey. Sara and Ahmed received love and encouragement from their loved ones, who offered to help in any way possible. Having a support system in place can make the IVF process less isolating and more manageable.
Alternative Fertility Treatments
IVF is not the only fertility treatment available, and couples should explore alternative options before making a decision. Depending on the diagnosis, IUI, surrogacy, or egg donation may be viable options. It's crucial to discuss the options with a fertility specialist and make an informed decision based on individual circumstances.
Financial Costs and Insurance Coverage
IVF can be an expensive process, and it's important to consider the financial costs and insurance coverage before embarking on the journey. The cost of IVF Sharjah/التلقيح الصناعي الشارقة can vary, and couples should research the options available to them. Some insurance plans may cover a portion of the cost of IVF, so it's essential to check with the insurance provider.
Final Thoughts
Sara and Ahmed's IVF journey highlights the challenges, emotional struggles, and ultimate joy of fertility treatment. While the journey can be overwhelming, the support of a dedicated IVF team, loved ones, and a partner can make all the difference. It's essential to consider the financial costs and insurance coverage, explore alternative fertility treatments, and have a support system in place. The IVF journey can be a bumpy ride, but with hope, perseverance, and the support of a medical professional, couples can achieve their dream of becoming parents.
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Can Fertility Treatment Help Conceive?
Suppose you have been thinking for an extended period and have not found any solution to the complications of your consistent failure in the path of planning for a healthy baby. In that case, you must know about the various fertility treatment methods available to settle all your doubts so that you can restart your parenthood journey again.
Therefore, this article will give you detailed information about infertility and how effective infertility treatments can help you conceive.
Infertility
As suggested by IVF doctors, Infertility is a condition in which both men and women fail to conceive with each other or a troublesome condition in which they become unable to complete the reproduction process effectively.
Frequent causes of infertility
The consequential causes that arise the need of getting infertility treatment are-
Causes that arises the urgency of fertility treatment for women are:
Endometriosis
Age
damaged/blocked fallopian tubes
Ovulation disorder
Poor lifestyle
Obesity
Hormonal disorder
Signs that indicate the necessity of fertility treatment for men are:
Tumors
Ejaculation dysfunction
Obesity
Poor lifestyle
Chromosome defects
Defective tubes
Complications with sexual intercourse
Essential infertility treatments to combat the severe challenges
The various infertility treatments that help to reduce these contemplative hindrances in the path of pregnancy are-
Fertility treatment for women
Surgeries suggested by the infertility specialist are-
Many surgical methods can help in fighting infertility problems, and they are
Laparoscopic or hysteroscopic surgery—This surgery will help correct uterine anatomy problems and remove endometrial polyps, fibroids, and pelvic or uterine adhesions.
Suppose your fallopian tubes are blocked or filled with fluid. In that case, an IVF specialist will suggest having laparoscopic surgery to eliminate adhesions, dilate a tube, or create a new tubal opening. However, the surgery is rarely performed as most couples prefer to undergo in-vitro fertilization (IVF treatment). Also, in this surgery, the removal of tubes is performed to improve your likelihood of pregnancy.
Fertility treatment for men
Surgery: Surgery can be an option for male infertility treatment. When no sperm are present in the ejaculate, they can be retried directly from the testicles.
Treatment for issues with sexual activity: In cases of erectile dysfunction or early ejaculation, medication or counseling can assist in enhancing fertility.
Medicines and therapies for hormones: Medicine, and treatments can resolve particular issues with hormones or how the body reacts when hormones change. If, in any case, Male infertility can not be resolved by medicines and therapies, you can also consult the best IVF doctor in Hyderabad.
What’s the best treatment method for both?
IVF: In-vitro fertilization is a method in which the reproduction process transpires outside the human body, inside a petri dish, where an egg and a sperm combine to complete the fertilization process effectively.
IUI: Intrauterine Insemination is a method in which sperm are extracted from a male’s semen and thoroughly washed to meet inside the mother’s womb to conceive a baby effectively.
ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is further assistance to the IVF process in which sperm will be injected into the center of an egg with the help of a needle by an embryologist.
Where to find an infertility specialist near me at an affordable cost?
Those days are gone when couples had to wait for an eternity for the magic to occur so that their infertility could vapourize in a second. Especially when you have excellent infertility treatment options with Crysta IVF, which helps you tackle all the severe hindrances of infertility. And if, in any case, you are getting anxious about the treatment expense, then don’t stress too much as the top-notch fertility center, Crysta IVF, provides the best IVF treatment cost in Hyderabad while assisting you in every step you take to have a successful pregnancy.
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Infertility treatment can be expensive and not every couple is blessed enough to afford the treatment. So, if you are struggling with bearing the IVF cost then Crysta IVF has the best solution for you. They offer the best IVF cost in Delhi with the comprehensive range of infertility solutions available for any kind of infertility issues. You will be treated under the infertility expert who will also ensure supporting you throughout your journey. Schedule your appointment now!!
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What is IVF?
In recent decades, advancements in medical science have revolutionized the field of reproductive medicine, providing hope and opportunities for couples struggling with infertility. One such groundbreaking technique is In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of IVF treatment, exploring what it is, how it works, and the potential it holds for those seeking to build a family.
What is IVF?
In Vitro Fertilization, commonly known as IVF, is a fertility treatment that involves the fertilization of an egg with sperm outside the human body. The process begins by extracting eggs from a woman's ovaries and fertilizing them with sperm in a laboratory dish. Once fertilization occurs, the resulting embryos are then implanted in the woman's uterus with the hope of establishing a successful pregnancy.
Understanding the IVF Process
Ovulation Induction: The first step in IVF involves stimulating the ovaries to produce multiple eggs. Fertility medications are administered to enhance egg production, monitored through ultrasound and blood tests.
Egg Retrieval: Once the eggs are mature, a minor surgical procedure known as egg retrieval is performed. A thin needle is inserted through the vaginal wall to collect the eggs from the ovaries.
Fertilization: The collected eggs are then combined with sperm in a controlled environment, allowing fertilization to occur. This step is closely monitored to ensure the formation of healthy embryos.
Embryo Culture: The fertilized eggs, now embryos, are cultured and monitored for several days. The healthcare team assesses their quality before selecting the most viable embryos for transfer.
Embryo Transfer: In the final step, one or more selected embryos are transferred into the woman's uterus. This is a relatively simple and painless procedure that aims to establish a successful pregnancy.
Success Rates and Considerations
IVF success rates vary depending on several factors, including the age of the woman, the cause of infertility, and the quality of the embryos. While some individuals achieve pregnancy in the first cycle, others may require multiple attempts. It's essential to approach IVF with realistic expectations and to consult with healthcare professionals to understand individual circumstances.
Challenges and Emotional Aspects
Embarking on an IVF journey can be emotionally challenging for couples. The process involves physical, emotional, and financial commitments, and individuals may experience a range of emotions, from hope and excitement to disappointment and stress. Support from loved ones and mental health professionals can play a crucial role in helping individuals navigate these challenges.
Conclusion
In Vitro Fertilization has emerged as a beacon of hope for many couples facing infertility challenges.
Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Sonal Lathi Today If you are considering IVF treatment, Dr. Sonal Lathi is the perfect choice for you. She is a leading expert in IVF, and she is committed to helping couples achieve their parenthood dreams.
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The 4 Stages of Implantation: The Curtain Opens
In IVF treatment, the journey towards conception involves four crucial stages of implantation. Following the fertilization of eggs in a laboratory setting, embryos are carefully cultivated and monitored. The first stage involves the delicate transfer of embryos into the uterus. Subsequently, the embryos adhere to the uterine lining, marking the beginning of implantation. The third stage witnesses the establishment of connections crucial for growth, while the fourth involves the confirmation of a successful implantation through pregnancy testing. These stages, meticulously managed in IVF, represent the hope and promise of new life, offering a pathway to parenthood for those navigating fertility challenges.
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Ericka Michelle’s Book "Abandoned guilt and Absorbed gladness" Proves to be a Real Inspiration for All
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Endometriosis can be a significant cause of female infertility. While not all women with endometriosis will experience fertility issues, the condition is known to be associated with reduced fertility rates. Approximately 30-50% of women diagnosed with endometriosis may have difficulty conceiving.
The exact mechanisms by which endometriosis leads to infertility are not entirely understood, but several factors may contribute to this association:
Distorted pelvic anatomy: The presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus can cause adhesions (abnormal tissue connections) and scar tissue to form in the pelvic region. These adhesions can disrupt the normal function and alignment of the reproductive organs, making it difficult for the egg to travel through the fallopian tubes and for the sperm to reach the egg.
Inflammation: The ectopic endometrial tissue can cause chronic inflammation in the pelvis, which may negatively impact egg quality and implantation of a fertilized embryo.
Hormonal imbalances: Endometriosis is influenced by hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle. Hormonal imbalances can affect ovulation and interfere with the proper preparation of the uterine lining for embryo implantation.
Altered immune response: Some studies suggest that endometriosis might affect the immune response in the pelvic area, potentially leading to the rejection of a fertilized embryo.
Reduced ovarian reserve: Women with endometriosis, especially in its severe forms, may experience a diminished ovarian reserve, which means they have fewer eggs available for fertilization.
All women with endometriosis will face infertility issues, and advancements in reproductive medicine, such as assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like in vitro fertilization (IVF), can help many women with endometriosis conceive.
If a woman is experiencing difficulty getting pregnant and has a known or suspected history of endometriosis, it is crucial for her to seek evaluation and guidance from a fertility specialist or reproductive endocrinologist. They can conduct appropriate tests, provide a comprehensive diagnosis, and recommend personalized treatment options to optimize the chances of conception. Early intervention and appropriate management can significantly improve the chances of successful pregnancy for women with endometriosis-related infertility. Dr Firuza Parekh in Mumbai is the best gynecologist and IVF specialist in Mumbai, who can give you best advice on Endometriosis treatment, assisted reproduction techniques, IVF procedure.
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My Infertility Journey: Part 4
Yeah, future me needs to go in the past and tell past me to not be crazy. Well, they have not arrived yet-part four starts. The sooner I get in the drivers seat the sooner I park my car in the winners circle I hope....Just hopping on late? Here is Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.
August 2022:
A week after the ERA comes a cycle. This is highly unusual as it does not normally come that soon. Second half of the month is the start of round 4. Initial ultrasound and bloodwork scheduled to see if the body is on the starting line. Now let’s talk about the definition of insanity, it is doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results. Based on the ERA, I am perfectly fine and we have been doing this with proper timing-so initially they said we are going to move forward with no changes. At consultation, they mentioned adding Intralipids-IV injected twice during the process. I am open to this idea, more than the anti-coagulants, because I think my body can only handle so many injections. I only have two more embryos at this point, and while I want to make sure they have the best odds of sucess-there are physical limitations of being...ya know...human?
The results from the blood work came back, my hormones were too high. So they are having me wait and we will reassess on next cycle. I am happy that this news came from the doctor, I felt like it was better to wait and give the body a break. But for some reason, it felt like it would not have as much credence as it does coming from the doctor backed by “data”. I am looking forward to my break and plan on getting a family trip to Havasu in before my next cycle. PARTAY! No but otherwise this is a great time to hunker down and see if I can’t get some good training in for game day. Using muscle stims, heat, massage, and exercise to promote healing of the area. Maintaining diet and exercise to see if I can’t lose anymore weight before then.
September 2022:
Have I ever mentioned how much of this process is PLAYING THE WAITING GAME? But waiting has its own perks. So far just waiting for a cycle to come, estimated to come around the middle of the month according to P Tracker, and see if hormone levels are good enough to move forward. Also, I am (heavily) playing with the idea of implanting two instead of just one. My own doctor says the odds are better with just one, but I have heard a lot of other doctors/patients have success with 2. Part of me really likes the idea of implanting both and having this be the last round, for better or for worse. We will see what the doctor says.
So my body decided to get stuck in “period limbo” this cycle. I get all the feels but none of the results. Doctor did a “wellness check” on me and decided to reset my cycle with a week’s worth of Birth Control. Then we are going to move on the next cycle. I picked up my prescription and then took them, one a day, for a week. My doctor puts me on Enskyce, and man I usually get all of the side effects: migraines, nausea, and lack of energy.
October 2022:
Body goes into cycle and then on Cycle Day 5, we went in for an appointment. Ultrasound and bloodwork looked good, we updated my thyroid panel as well. Now starts injections and the new element this time-intralipids. They are to be done at a third party facility, Oso Home Care in Irvine, in week 4 (before transfer) and after transfer. I am (attempting) to schedule an appointment with Oso Home Care after my next Ultrasound/Bloodwork appointment with Fertility Care in Brea. Ya know the one appointment(s) before implant. It is kind of crazy how much happens in a month.
Drugs: EV (Estradiol Valerate), Dex (Dexamethasone), P4 (Progesterone), hCG, Valium, Doxy (Doxycycline Hyclate), Medrol (methylprednisolone),
Vitamins: Baby Aspirin, Prenatal vitamins (NAC, Prenatal, Omega 3, L Arginine, Coq10, Myo Inositol, D3)
Suggestions: Keto diet/Fasting, Exercise, Proper Injection Guidelines.
Price: $5,000+ (Fertility Care), $100+ (MDR Pharmacy), $550 (Oso Home Care),
Here are some Injection Guidelines:
Before: Ice the area
During: Inject the right area, Massage it after
After: Walk it off a bit, Use a heating pad
In Between: Arnica, Massaging to promote healing
Check: Infection (red, raised/bumpy, burning, itchy)
Note: Injections are intramuscular, and depending on the injection, there are only so many spots you can inject. Just because there are other muscles, does not mean you can use them even if your areas are “out of commission”. You just gotta keep them in commission!
The phone tag that was had was fun by all? Honestly as much as this is not my first rodeo and this should not worry me, the intralipids worry me a bit. Really the scheduling process being the slowest thing ever doesn’t help anything either. Be careful when doing research too, it is not always as helpful as you would think to know what you are signing up for. Also, the slow time between the first and second appointment where there is only an injection every 3 days is lovely. So I barely got my appointment for the intralipid place, if I did not call, that might not have happened. Then went in for the next ultrasound, the last one before implant. Ultrasound was good and blood work was TBD.
This starts the next phase of the process. From here we add 4 hCG shots, add 2 times a day of p4, and continue with EV every 3 days. Also, for the hCG...the first injection has to be in the back area, but the smaller ones can go in the stomach to give the back a bit of a break. Round one of the Intralipids happens. The dexamethasone comes off the schedule just before implant-a couple of meds get added for a couple days around implant. Implant happens, this time it will be a boy (currently between the names Roland and Kai). After implant it is suggested for up to 3 days of rest. Then we move into November (after playing the waiting game) to confirm the pregnancy.
Oso Home Care...Intralipids: Its a cute little place in Irvine. Kind of disorganized and busy but it would seem a lot people go to a facility like this. I got there early. I spent 2.5 hours in the chair. Yeah, kind of a long time. The gals that work there are sweet, but I don’t like how they had to prick both my arms to get it to work. I felt strange after? I am not sure how I was supposed to feel. Based on when I left and where home is, it took an hour to get home. But I hope in the future that since I am already in the system that booking is easier, and I kind of have a better idea of what to expect. Dress comfortable, don’t bring a book.
Ovation Fertility...Implant: I always forget COVID never stopped being a reality for hospital establishments. I always forget to bring a mask to these things. Arrive 15 minutes early in Newport Beach, take a Valium an hour before. Implant goes well-go home and rest. Also, if they let your partner in-film the implant.
Implant day is a day of rest, and this time I am trying to take two more days of rest after. I am an awful patient and this is hard for me to do. Post transfer we ran low on p4 so we transitioned to 1/2 crinone and 1/2 p4 for the every 12 hour injections. There are enough drugs on hand to get through to the pregnancy test and once confirmed, we stick with this or go all crinone. I don’t remember my last boys’ implant well but this time around, my left uterus feels like a battle zone a bit.
Trimester Breakdown:
Part 1: 10/7-1/8
Part 2: 1/9-4/12
Part 3: 4/13-7/15
November 2022:
An appointment was set up to have a blood draw/pregnancy test on 11/7. What was the time like before? I felt most, if not all, the symptoms. Pray tell, what are the symptoms of the first trimester?
First Trimester Signs: Nausea, Metallic Taste, Foggy Brain, Cramps, Tiredness, Breast Tenderness,
For me, and according to old wives tales, boys are supposed to be worse. This round definitely felt different as I felt very sore for up to a week after implant. Google says this is ok but man, it was kind of odd. The first blood test of Week 4/5 happened and TBD. If this goes well, I go two more times-two days apart. In theory the HCG a pregnant body produces should double every day. The first time you are able to view anything on an ultrasound is week 6. The next, and final, intralipid appointment would also happen that week.
The first blood test was good and positive, the next blood test the values should of doubled...and they did not. They increased but did not double. The office wants me to see the third test before jumping to any conclusions. The second blood draw was a 15% rise. The third blood draw was a 66% rise, so they kept us on the schedule and we scheduled the first ultrasound at 6 weeks 4 days. They also had me schedule my second, and last, intralipid appointment for that same day. Prior to going to going into the first ultrasound, there were 50/50 odds that this is a viable pregnancy.
We went in for an ultrasound and there was a gestational sac, but nothing that could be seen in the sac. They did a blood draw, to confirm the hCG is rising as a pregnant body should be. I had an intralipid appointment but they wanted me to move it, and wait for the results. The beta was rising, so we stay in the game another week. Order more drugs from MDR Pharmacy and scheduled another ultrasound for the end of the week. The intralipid appointment was moved to the same day as the next ultrasound.
Oso Home Care...Intralipids: This trip was shorter, already in the system and they have an idea of how quickly you take the liquids and what not. I believe this time was about 3 hours?
Also, I am keeping track of my weight, as women who are overweight before need to be careful how much weight they put on. When I checked on it, I actually had lost weight. Between my keto diet, morning sickness, and other pregnancy symptoms. In the first trimester one can lose a bit, but should this trend keep up in the second trimester...we got problems. Went in for the next appointment and while it was still not where it was supposed to be, there was improvement in both Beta (blood draw) and ultrasound findings. By this time I am almost 8 weeks along and there should be some major organs created, like the heart.
December 2022:
The next ultrasound would be interesting as it was kind of the determined trip to “call it”. Why would I want to call it? Because since implant, it has been very “we don’t have good news but we have not bad news so keep injecting”. And the body can only take so much for something that they said was most likely to end in bad news? But the doctor makes a good point that while certain things should be in place by this appointment, babies can be “past their due date” so if they are slow to grow, as long as they grow, it is fine? As the train carrying the passenger, the “limbo” is annoying as hell.
The Week 8 Ultrasound: Yeah, so that went about as good as that was going to. The doctor finally called it. It is sad, bumming, annoying, frustrating, relieving yet unwantedly so. They are three options to resolve this round: to let it happen naturally, use drugs to help “speed things along”, or get a D&C. For now, we are going to cancel medications and assess in another couple of days. Did a blood draw to see where the beta is, and establish a comparison point for declines in the future.
For the next blood draw, I could of gone to my Fertility Care office-but with us at the sad end of the process-and them not being part of our insurance-we decided to finish the process in slightly more complicated insured way. They ordered the blood draw at Quest Diagnostics. I made an appointment and the results were sent to Fertility Care. I have seen some insurance that covers infertility, but for the most part that is a sad joke. Some jobs cover that too. If you need that as an option, it’s worth looking into.
Pay attention to your body. I had sharp pains on my lower left abdomen area the day before the blood draw. Like, bad enough to make me basically pointless the rest of the night. The next day they continued, and I called it in. I am now on the alert for heavy bleeding and those pains, as the combination means bad news. But should be signs the body is starting the miscarriage process. To speed things up, they put me on Letrozole and Acetaminophen-COD. This will be my first time having a drug induced natural miscarriage.
Four pills at night for 7 nights, bleeding can last up to a week. Blood was being drawn at Quest Diagnostics and the beta hcg was going down. I used pads for a week to “measure” how much I was bleeding, more than two pads in two hours was bad news. Blood draw to see where we were at, luckily enough for all involved-there was no hemorrhaging. The second week of miscarriage recovery-less blood, less medications, but no less feels? Research shows it could take up to 6 weeks for my body to get back to “normal”. There are some herbs and vitamins I can take to help, but mostly it was rest and food and relaxation.
So, what happened? While there are no answers, there is a scientific name for this. Funny how that works out huh? Here is what I think happened:
“ A blighted ovum, also called an anembryonic pregnancy, occurs when an early embryo never develops or stops developing, is resorbed and leaves an empty gestational sac. The reason this occurs is often unknown, but it may be due to chromosomal abnormalities in the fertilized egg.” (Source: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pregnancy-loss-miscarriage/expert-answers/blighted-ovum/faq-20057783)
Because this is an IVF process, and everything is tested and in some ways controlled, I doubt it is because of any chromosomal abnormalities. But it is crazy how many variations of miscarriages are out there. And really, even in the same person’s journey-no two are the same. Oh to know so much yet so little.
Honestly, this is a very tough process. I am not sure what to think. Doctor thinks we should implant (IN ME) the last embryo, possibly changing nothing, and see if it works when I am mentally and emotionally ready. For now, the only thing for sure is its BREAK TIME. Is it too soon for a surrogate? I don’t understand how I can be such a medical mystery. It is a very strange feeling.
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Difference between fresh and frozen embryo transfer |Santaan |IVF center in Odisha|
The embryo transfer process generally involve in IVF procedure in this procedure egg are remove from a woman’s ovary and combined with sperm in a laboratory to create embryos. Then the embryo replaced into woman’s ovary. It is one of the most important process when a couple undergoing in IVF treatment.
Their two types of option for donor eggs one is fresh another frozen, in starting days of IVF treatment with donor eggs, fresh donor was the one and only option for this time because the freezing procedure had not be perfected those days but today both option are safe and easily applying.
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