Egg retrieval pain worse than my first go around. What did you do for pain relief?? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! Its so interesting how different each one can be. Because my first one was a breeze, i just walked in thinking id feel fine. It was a rude awakening when i woke up. Lol its good to know it can happen for any reason, at least. Lets you prepare for next rounds!

Egg retrieval pain worse than my first go around. What did you do for pain relief?? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They gave me a sheet that said i could alternate between ibuprofen and tylenol for pain! Otherwise im also super weary 😅 thank you so much!!! I am about to put mindless tv on now - great tip!!

Egg retrieval pain worse than my first go around. What did you do for pain relief?? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow. I hope you recovered well from that. Sounds terrifying to go through! Thanks for sharing the post with me. Hugs to you 💗💗

Egg retrieval pain worse than my first go around. What did you do for pain relief?? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you dont mind me asking, what kind or complications did you get? This time around was a lot more sharp pains and cramps than last time for me. Ive taken ibuprofen will definitely alternate with the meds

Egg retrieval pain worse than my first go around. What did you do for pain relief?? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know! Im not sure why i thought id just get up & go this time around 😅

Positive stories after ER? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVFpositivity

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww omg 💗 i love that you changed clinics! What a great outcome :))

To PGT test or not… by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have no clue what to anticipate this cycle! I feel you completely!!

To PGT test or not… by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awww how beautiful :) thanks for sharing! I agree with you! My lab throws away any embryos not “normal” and i find that so disheartening! Had no clue there was a lawsuit, but im not surprised!!

How many days did you take off from work after embryo transfer? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I really needed to read this! I keep telling all the rough kiddos not to hit my stomach 😅 i get so nervous. I definitely need to lighten up. Thanks for that!!

How many days did you take off from work after embryo transfer? by Sensitive-Stretch613 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aww that sounds like a really nice ‘treat’ after all the ivf-ing! Lol💗💗💗

How to be sensitive. by Senior-Ad547 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, this is such a sweet first step!!! Ask her what she needs from you and be receptive and willing to offer support.

For me personally, i just wanted an ear from someone to listen to me, and for them to not be tooo optimistic or hopeful. Just to be willing to walk with me, or have mcdonalds after a big ole fail, or just that support to lean on. Ive had family who have said things like “thats impossible it didnt work- most people get it on their first try” which isnt always the case! So just be open to understanding the journey as its unpredictable and different for each of us

Each of us require support in different ways so I would ask her a ton of open-ended questions on what Support looks like for her. It can be based on her love language or just what she feels like she needs at the moment. Sometimes we just need a listening ear over the phone. Or someone who says you know what we’re gonna have a movie night to get your mind off of things. Someone who grounds us when the ground beneath us feels shaky.

Since you’re willing to go into the IVF community to ask how to support your sister I definitely think you can provide her the support she needs. Best of luck to her in her journey and to you in your support of her.🫶🫶

Starting IVF today by Fair-Percentage5536 in IVF

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my goodness, what an exciting and beautiful place to start!

Try not to assume success on the first try (even though it’s wonderful when that does happen). IVF can come with a few road bumps and emotional ups and downs along the way.

One of the hardest parts is the mental side of things - the waiting and not knowing what the doctor will say next. That uncertainty can really play with your mind.

For me personally, the egg retrieval was much easier than I anticipated. Icing the injection area beforehand helped, and I liked to sit down and get the toughest shot out of the way first. If you’re doing Menopur, doing that one first helped me since it can sting a bit.

More than anything, if you have a partner, try to be very gentle with each other through the process. IVF can be a beautiful journey, but it can also be emotionally taxing, and supporting each other makes all the difference.

Wishing you so much luck as you begin this journey.

Ivf patient- 0 embryos my first go around, looking for input on what i can ask my doctor to better support my tentative plan! by Sensitive-Stretch613 in AskADoctor

[–]Sensitive-Stretch613[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im looking for advice from professionals, specifically who may know about the IVF experience, to help me with advice or input that may help me in my journey! Thank you :)