Tiny Dancer
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We live in the same area now but I wasn't living here when we were going through IVF so I don't know about doctors here. All our unsuccessful attempts were in Atlanta. Both our successful ones were in Boston.
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TobiasFunke
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No need for this in the future. The subject matter pretty much demands off-color jokes.TobiasFunke said:The bad news was delivered earlier this week. No little Funkes in the oven.
On the bright side, we got to the final stage of the process, so at least we know everything works and we can try again soon. There are worse fates.
Thanks for the advice and support, FFA.
Truly sorry to hear the bad news side of that, TF. But also good to hear the better news part- and it sounds like you guys are handling/approaching the whole process with a fantastic mind/heart-set. Best of luck to you guys.
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TobiasFunke
Footballguy
Gotcha. Well if my tale sounds familiar feel free to let me know what fix was made.
El Floppo
Footballguy
thanks, gb- the jokey part involved trying to sell my 3 yo... just thought even mentioning a kid might be rubbing it in at this point.No need for this in the future. The subject matter pretty much demands off-color jokes.TobiasFunke said:The bad news was delivered earlier this week. No little Funkes in the oven.
On the bright side, we got to the final stage of the process, so at least we know everything works and we can try again soon. There are worse fates.
Thanks for the advice and support, FFA.Truly sorry to hear the bad news side of that, TF. But also good to hear the better news part- and it sounds like you guys are handling/approaching the whole process with a fantastic mind/heart-set. Best of luck to you guys.
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FBGirl79
Footballguy
Sorry to hear that it didn't work. I know how disappointing it can all be but like you said earlier, your wife is only 31 (same age as me) and you still have plenty of time. Even more important is that it sounds like you are both being positive rather than let the situation get you down. Enjoy each other as much as you can before the next round. Lots of prayers and luck sent your way for next month! We are trying again in Jan. bc I wanted the Holidays off the meds. Definitely no lack of trying the old fashioned way though...nice to be able to enjoy each other again without "having" to do it on certain days/times.TobiasFunke said:The bad news was delivered earlier this week. No little Funkes in the oven.On the bright side, we got to the final stage of the process, so at least we know everything works and we can try again soon. There are worse fates.Thanks for the advice and support, FFA.
Tiny Dancer
Footballguy
No, I thought you meant the actual transfer. Apparently my wife's lady parts were sort of twisty or something so we would literally be sitting in the transfer room for like 45 minutes or more with the embryos in the syringe and the doctor trying to get'em all up in there. I think that by the time the transfers happened the embryos were already dead. Or the doc just gave up trying to get them in the right spot and transfered them anyway. But our experience seems to be pretty rare -- most of the stuff I saw on the internet indicated that the actual transfer procedure was the easiest part of the whole process and generally just took a few minutes. Doesn't sound like we had the same issue.
Orange Crush
Footballguy
Nothing really to say other than to congratulate you on your positive attitude, and best of luck next go 'round!Baby Crush wants a new Baby iFriend.TobiasFunke said:The bad news was delivered earlier this week. No little Funkes in the oven.On the bright side, we got to the final stage of the process, so at least we know everything works and we can try again soon. There are worse fates.Thanks for the advice and support, FFA.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
We're on the wagon again here folks. The best part is when the wifey is hot to go, she's down for morning loving, which makes my disposition during the work day so much better.
Oh and we finally got an appt. with a fertility specialist for next week. We'll see how it goes...
Oh and we finally got an appt. with a fertility specialist for next week. We'll see how it goes...
El Floppo
Footballguy
If it's monster-headed sperm... :holla:
Sorry to hear about this. Better luck next time.I noticed that the cost of the meds was a slight concern. I happen to work in the field and have access to the pricing. If you feel you might be getting taken for a ride feel free to PM me and I'll let you know. Also, don't be shy about asking for samples from the Dr., they usually have plenty Follistim.TobiasFunke said:The bad news was delivered earlier this week. No little Funkes in the oven.On the bright side, we got to the final stage of the process, so at least we know everything works and we can try again soon. There are worse fates.Thanks for the advice and support, FFA.
TobiasFunke
Footballguy
Awesome, thanks. Just more proof of how great the FFA is.We'll probably be kicking up the injections again in two months, so I'll PM you before that and see how the prices that we're quoted compare to what you know. And we'll take your advice and ask for samples for sure.Sorry to hear about this. Better luck next time.I noticed that the cost of the meds was a slight concern. I happen to work in the field and have access to the pricing. If you feel you might be getting taken for a ride feel free to PM me and I'll let you know. Also, don't be shy about asking for samples from the Dr., they usually have plenty Follistim.TobiasFunke said:The bad news was delivered earlier this week. No little Funkes in the oven.On the bright side, we got to the final stage of the process, so at least we know everything works and we can try again soon. There are worse fates.Thanks for the advice and support, FFA.
My wife and I have 3 kids all via IVF w/ICSI.
I haven't read the whole thread so it may have been mentioned, but this site (www.fertilethoughts.com) was a great resource for us during our process. In addition to the stories and support, we were able to buy our drugs from other users on the site that had leftovers etc at a fraction of the cost. Highly recommended.
If anyone has any questions for me about our process etc, I'd be happy to answer.
I haven't read the whole thread so it may have been mentioned, but this site (www.fertilethoughts.com) was a great resource for us during our process. In addition to the stories and support, we were able to buy our drugs from other users on the site that had leftovers etc at a fraction of the cost. Highly recommended.
If anyone has any questions for me about our process etc, I'd be happy to answer.
commisholio
Come out with your pants down!
Holio 1 is also a selfish and lzay little ####er and is really having some issues adjusting to Holio 2. It's been 10.5 months and we still have to watch #1 like a hawk if he's within 10 feet of #2. I think #2 is going to kick #1's tail some day from all the abuse he's taken thusfar.
El Floppo
Footballguy
TobiasFunke
Footballguy
Thanks and good luck to you and yours.One of the best silver linings of this process was the realization that I'm definitely totally ready to be a father, based on how much I wanted it to happen and how well I handled the wife's ups and downs. This was no small thing, as I've spent 36 years mostly avoiding responsibility and acting like a selfish fool. I don't regret a moment of it of course, but it was still nice to see a little change for the better.
El Floppo
Footballguy
and they always say that the 9 months of pregnancy gives you the time to get your dad-game-face on... those of us going through fertility treatment have even more time than that. Excellent to see you taking all the positives out of this. 
El Floppo
Footballguy
she should knock back a couple of jager-bombs to chill outeta: Gllllll!
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I read this several years ago and got so mad at the guy that was mocking people in here.
So after over 8 years of trying to have a child my wife and I have a beautiful 4 month old girl. We tried and tried and then went to the doctors. I had a low SC and my wife had issues of her own. We went to the normal doctors and then the specialists for years and no go. Tons of money was spent. The doctors basically said no chance at the end. We ended up deciding to adopt and choose an agency. Then at Christmas last year we thought my wife had food sickness. Kept throwing up. Never saw it coming, It happened natuarally after all the doctors and the pressure being off. God Blessed us so much. Just because the doctors say no do not give up. If you are having trouble keep trying there is hope. God Bless.
So after over 8 years of trying to have a child my wife and I have a beautiful 4 month old girl. We tried and tried and then went to the doctors. I had a low SC and my wife had issues of her own. We went to the normal doctors and then the specialists for years and no go. Tons of money was spent. The doctors basically said no chance at the end. We ended up deciding to adopt and choose an agency. Then at Christmas last year we thought my wife had food sickness. Kept throwing up. Never saw it coming, It happened natuarally after all the doctors and the pressure being off. God Blessed us so much. Just because the doctors say no do not give up. If you are having trouble keep trying there is hope. God Bless.
bentley
Footballguy
Awesome. Congrats. And I wouldn't worry about that guy. It's been a very supportive group overall.
El Floppo
Footballguy
Fantastic.My birth was pretty much your same story above for my parents.
FBGirl79
Footballguy
update? :fingerscrossed:
Tiny Dancer
Footballguy
FBGirl79
Footballguy
Thanks, that's one of the few threads I've never clicked on. Congrats Bentley!
TobiasFunke
Footballguy
What she said. Cheers to you, your wife and the Bentley-to-be.
bentley
Footballguy
Thanks. We're way excited and still nervous. Next blood test is on Wednesday to make sure things are still progressing.
El Floppo
Footballguy
That is awesome news, Bentley.
We had our first normal baby-doc (ie: non fertility doc) ultrasound... saw the little bugger move! I didn't remember that happening until much, much later last time around (we were at 9 weeks for the doc visit).Now if only my wife didn't hate me.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
Wifey was having "not normal" symptoms for this stage of her cycle, so we were cautiously hopeful that the pregnancy test would positive.
No dice. She's still not quite late yet, but will be in a day or two.
Also we got the ball rolling on doing lab tests for both of us. I might have to give up cycling...
No dice. She's still not quite late yet, but will be in a day or two.
Also we got the ball rolling on doing lab tests for both of us. I might have to give up cycling...
El Floppo
Footballguy
That last part didn't seem to affect me. But then again, I have 100% monster headed sperm.
eta: good luck, Z- getting the tests done took a lot of stress off of us... good to know what we were up against.
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The Z Machine
Footballguy
Thanks brother.That last part didn't seem to affect me. But then again, I have 100% monster headed sperm.
eta: good luck, Z- getting the tests done took a lot of stress off of us... good to know what we were up against.
FBGirl79
Footballguy
Sounds like me this month. I have been having not normal symptoms too and took a test on what should have been my day but got a negative. I am now a week late but don't want to get my hopes up and take another test just yet. Praying for a Christmas miracle for you guys too!
stubby
Footballguy
Good luck Z....our son is turning three next month, and we had him on the third round of IUI treatments and about 2 years total of fertility treatments. I hope it all works out for you, and maybe take a lot less time than it did for us.Thanks brother.That last part didn't seem to affect me. But then again, I have 100% monster headed sperm.
eta: good luck, Z- getting the tests done took a lot of stress off of us... good to know what we were up against.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
No dice last month, but the wife is ovulating right now...
Congrats Floppo (on many levels).
Congrats Floppo (on many levels).
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FBGirl79
Footballguy
Congratulations! You can still give us updates thoughI won't keep posting in here, since it seems to have stuck- but we just had our CVS yesterday and we just found out that Floppo2 is not only clear of the big-ticket issues (Downs, etc), but is also... La Floppa!Homer doesn't read this thread, does he?
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Have fun
The Z Machine
Footballguy
Wow. How does your wife feel about that?Congrats floppo.Had the 6 month ultrasound...doctor said the heaviest set of twins he's delivered were 15lbs and we're gonna be pushing that
bentley
Footballguy
Very cool. Congrats. We get a baby count on Monday. Hoping the doctor only finds one.I won't keep posting in here, since it seems to have stuck- but we just had our CVS yesterday and we just found out that Floppo2 is not only clear of the big-ticket issues (Downs, etc), but is also... La Floppa!
Flyin Pigs
Footballguy
Just saw this thread. Wife and I tried for over 5 years. Eventually tried 5 or 6 IUI's, none of which panned out. Tried IVF but we only retrieved 4 eggs and none of them made it to the point that we could insert them. Obviously a lot of tests and praying and swearing and screaming in between. The day we got the bad news on the IVF the doc (our second fertility doc) looked at the schedule and told us that if we want to try it again this month, we'd have to get rolling that day! We gave it a go, broke out the needles, and spent another few weeks testing the strength of our marriage. When we came in for retrieval, there were 10 eggs, and 6 fertilized! I think a very relevant part of our story is that during all of this I changed jobs - I was a cop.
Fast forward a month or two and we are in the docs office and I hear that heartbeat. Man...
Now I hang out with my 6 month old little peanut...
For you guys still in the fight, keep your heads up and stay in it. I never could have understood before my daughter was born, but there is no love like it in the world. GL
Fast forward a month or two and we are in the docs office and I hear that heartbeat. Man...
Now I hang out with my 6 month old little peanut...
For you guys still in the fight, keep your heads up and stay in it. I never could have understood before my daughter was born, but there is no love like it in the world. GL
Well, it's a good sign b/c they're growing evenly and alot of twins are born underweight. But she's already starting to get pretty uncomfortable sleeping at night. Next week she starts working half days at work/half at home, so hopefully that will make her body feel better.We know we're getting a c-section, so really her primary concern is not being able to move in a month or soWow. How does your wife feel about that?Congrats floppo.Had the 6 month ultrasound...doctor said the heaviest set of twins he's delivered were 15lbs and we're gonna be pushing that
The Z Machine
Footballguy
Semen Analysis is back for me.
- Low Sperm Count (17M/mL)
- Poor Morphology (only 20% properly formed)
Looks like we're homing in on some causes of our infertility. My wife's analyses have all come back in the normal range. We'll be meeting with a fertility nurse in the next few weeks I assume.
I may have to stop riding a bike for a while...
- Low Sperm Count (17M/mL)
- Poor Morphology (only 20% properly formed)
Looks like we're homing in on some causes of our infertility. My wife's analyses have all come back in the normal range. We'll be meeting with a fertility nurse in the next few weeks I assume.
I may have to stop riding a bike for a while...
El Floppo
Footballguy
Tell her EF from the infowebz (almost 0% happy morphology) says that even more than the bike, lots of the oral sex helps.GL, gb. On the beejs and the baby-making.
The Z Machine
Footballguy
She actually made the same joke about an hour ago. She tried to flip the script though...
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El Floppo
Footballguy
fwiw 2, electric boogaloo... the wife did a bunch of research for ways to help my sperm morphology (teh oral wasn't one of them...
) and came up with Maca (not spliff). Dunno if that's what put us over the top, but it obviously didn't hurt.and seriously- I hope you're not freaked out or feeling down about the prognosis in the same way a gb of mine was (and who essentially gave up)- lots of options out there for you guys and youre still young(ish).
mr. furley
Footballguy
update? :crossesfingers:
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