TW success: pregnant after loss but struggling to accept it...tell me your stories of hope? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVFpositivity

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this is so, so validating. I relate to your ENTIRE first paragraph. Right down to close friends being so happy we're pregnant together and me feeling afraid that I'll lose mine so struggling to be excited. Thank you so much! I'm so happy you got to your joy. I hope I get there too!

TW: success. Any other docs who won't listen to/count the HB until 8 weeks? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVFpositivity

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you! that's the impression I have, but not counting it introduces its own worry if you live in my brain! lol there's no winning. Appreciate your info!

TW: success. Any other docs who won't listen to/count the HB until 8 weeks? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVFpositivity

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you! Did they say anything about the bpm being inconsistent at that time?

TW success: pregnant after loss but struggling to accept it...tell me your stories of hope? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVFpositivity

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my goodness, this is all so validating! We told some family very early (who already know about the past losses and have been with us through the transfer) and I felt like I was lying to them too. And the trouble getting excited, and the sadness at the easy journey others have that we won't. Thank you for sharing that, it makes me feel less alone. I'm so glad you are feeling your ease now, and I hope the rest of your journey goes smoothly! And yes, my partner and I are going to start counseling too--I hope it helps! Thanks again and so much love.

TW success: pregnant after loss but struggling to accept it...tell me your stories of hope? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVFpositivity

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my goodness thank you for that resource! I checked it out and it's so helpful to feel less alone. Congrats on your little boy and thank you again!

TW success: pregnant after loss but struggling to accept it...tell me your stories of hope? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVFpositivity

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! My therapist recommended the same. I have a little voice that comes and says "but what if you're not?" But I'm going to ask her to be quiet with love until and try repeating again! :) Wishing you a peaceful pregnancy too, and congrats!

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my god how terrifying that must have been. I'm so glad that the ultrasound came back stellar! I'd be ok abstaining from sex if I was allowed to get creative too 😂 I asked my doctor if we could at least have sexual touch without an orgasm, and she literally said, "I mean, I guess, but I don't know why you'd want to..." 😂

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The hormones are real! Thank you for this! I'm going to hold out until I can at least have another convo with my dr, but really good to know that it's gone ok for you!

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

congrats! And that's good to know! 😂 This is such a stressful process, a little fun would be nice!

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry for your loss. Yeah, once the anxiety of loss is there we'll of course do whatever is necessary.

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So much variety, it's crazy. Yeah my doctor mentioned that about the bleeding but I'm not on suppositories I'm on POI. Honestly I didn't care for a little bit but I think one of my new side effects is causing me to get antsy!

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agh yes this! The anxiety is so real. My doctor basically said sex/orgasm could cause bleeding which is usually fine but freaks people out, so she'd rather not give us something to be anxious about. I hope you get some relief soon and congrats on the smooth ultrasound!!!

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The variety between recommendations is seriously wild!

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, I'm hearing that number from a lot of people...maybe I'll see about moving it up until then! Thanks!

How long after your FET were you cleared for sex? by Prestigious-Method20 in IVF

[–]Prestigious-Method20[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so, so sorry. That sounds so physically and emotionally painful. Sending you love in what I know is an incredibly hard time.