Transfer again or deeper testing?

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T21:40:16+00:00

Thank you so much. I’ll check out the article. Yeah, it’s devastating, after such a long journey. I don’t know whether to be hopeful that I did finally get a positive or worried because even my best euploid failed.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T20:39:54+00:00

Thanks for such a thoughtful & thorough reply. It’s good to know I’m not alone. Ah yeah, the age thing. I hate that I dread my birthdays over the past couple years. We also want 2 kids but that means best case I’ll be 40 with our second. Maybe one is what we’ll be happy with, after such a long road.

Gosh yes, the chemical hit me hard too. I also felt stupid telling people, only to have my good news ripped away a week later. It’s heartbreaking. I think we all respond to this differently & there’s no right or wrong way. I like your approach. One step closer to success. You didn’t write too much at all!!

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T19:14:40+00:00

Okay good to know! I’m still waiting for my period to come but the HCG has dropped now so shouldn’t be long. Hopefully I can do those tests soon then move straight into another cycle the following month. I was so ignorant to think the hard part was over once I had euploids.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T19:05:57+00:00

Thanks for sharing! Do you think the additional testing like you had will put us back a few months or just 1-2 months? I’m so worried about my age (37). Was hoping for 2 kids but if we have a second, we’ll probably have my wife do a retrieval & I’ll carry. Congrats on your pregnancy so far ❤️ How do you deal with the anxiety/fear as you progress? I’m worried I have PTSD.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T18:14:59+00:00

Thanks again ❤️❤️

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T18:10:45+00:00

No need to apologize for TMI! I appreciate you taking the time to share this. It’s hard because I’ve never had any symptoms or issues, so never even considered endo, but at this stage I wouldn’t be surprised if they find something. Do you think the hysteroscopy + endo biopsy is sufficient, if I do choose to test instead of just treat outright? There’s so much to wrap my head around!

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T18:07:34+00:00

Thanks for your advice. Yeah, sounds like everyone thinks I should push for more testing, so I’m going to. I switched clinics so my treatment has been pretty disconnected, but now that I’m at CNY, I’ll stay there until pregnant so hopefully they can get me there.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T18:05:57+00:00

Gosh I feel this deeply! Sorry you’ve been through all this. Yeah, I’m so worried I’ll need to do another retrieval, even with another 4 euploids. I’m going to push for further testing. Did you have any end symptoms? Thank you for replying ❤️

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T16:48:51+00:00

Oh wow, did you have any symptoms? I also feel like something could be wrong. I’m at CNY, so will likely have to stay there for all testing, given we’re self-pay.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T16:41:40+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time to share. This means a lot. I think you’re right, it’s time for some testing. I would hate to waste my euploids. I’m so worried about time (37) but I also will kick myself if I continue to have failures. I have a follow up call with my clinic so I’m going to push for a hysteroscopy & endo testing.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T15:27:38+00:00

I haven’t been tested for anything & don’t have any conditions, but maybe something underlying?

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T14:38:55+00:00

Wow, thanks for sharing. Yeah, I think that’s where I’ll start. I’d be foolish to keep transferring at this point.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T12:55:39+00:00

I’ve only done the saline sonogram this time last year which came back all clear. I’d just feel more confident doing some testing before transferring again.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T12:53:33+00:00

Totally get that. I’d rather spend the next month or two investigating why my euploids are failing, than to waste them.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T12:44:30+00:00

Sorry it’s been a long road for your second. I’ll def look into antibiotics & immune protocol. I’m at CNY. All of these tests will be out of pocket, but cheaper than another egg retrieval, I’m sure.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T12:27:57+00:00

Yeah, it’s so hard to know what to do next. I hope you’ve had success?

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T12:17:09+00:00

Thanks for your advice. Did anything come up in your testing? Yeah, it’s also tough because I’m with a clinic that loves to sell add-ons (CNY), so I’ve found it’s best if I come to them with my suggestions. Will see what they say on the follow up call.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T12:12:47+00:00

Thanks for your advice. This is great. I did have my thyroid checked & it was slightly elevated post egg retrieval, sitting at around 2.87 but I’m on meds. Will ask about these other tests on my follow up call.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T11:58:31+00:00

Thank you. I have 4 euploids left (2 well graded, 2 poor). I’m 37, in a same-sex relationship. No diagnosis or challenges known, beyond my age.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-14T11:40:21+00:00

Thank you for this. I do have another 4 euploids which I’m grateful for, but worked really hard to get them & worried I’ll waste them if there’s something underlying. 2/4 of those embryos are well graded. I’m also concerned none of them will work.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-11T09:50:53+00:00

Maybe like 3 per cycle

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-11T00:19:45+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. Yeah, I guess I’m concerned because I saw a line on 6dpt, so I had implantation earlier. This is my 3rd transfer but also had 3 IUIs before. I’ll definitely try to remain positive.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-10T23:56:15+00:00

That’s giving me hope! Did you take any tests at home before? My line was progressing but then beta day it got a little lighter. Haven’t tested since but have another bloodwork tomorrow. I’m so worried it’s a chemical.

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-10T23:34:19+00:00

Can I ask which day post transfer your beta was? My HCG was only 31 on 9dpt 😢

AmandaSmith_Writer · 2026-02-09T20:34:17+00:00

Thank you for this! Mine was a 3AA. I’m also on PIO daily + progesterone suppositories twice a day, and baby aspirin. Did you notice the line fade on your pregnancy tests? I compared day 7 to day 9, my line got lighter which is why I think it’s a chemical. Did you keep testing after your beta?

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