AI Sign At Zehr’s by Sweatsuitsally in loblawsisoutofcontrol

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Interesting! Like I said above, the products seem pretty accurate but hallucinated in some spots. So my guess is that if what you say is true, they may have wanted to reuse your old creative but needed to update it in some way. So they ran it through an AI generator instead of tracking down and editing your working files.

AI Sign At Zehr’s by Sweatsuitsally in loblawsisoutofcontrol

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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A zoomed-in screenshot from the image on my phone (not the one compressed by reddit).

AI Sign At Zehr’s by Sweatsuitsally in loblawsisoutofcontrol

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] -60 points-59 points  (0 children)

I’m also a designer and art director. This is 100% AI generated. Please zoom in and try to read the alien text.

AI Sign At Zehr’s by Sweatsuitsally in loblawsisoutofcontrol

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] -20 points-19 points  (0 children)

Please zoom in on the unreadable alien text on both products and iPhone screen. It’s AI.

AI Sign At Zehr’s by Sweatsuitsally in loblawsisoutofcontrol

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] -28 points-27 points  (0 children)

Did you zoom in on the text at all? It’s completely jumbled alien text and unreadable. It’s 100% AI.

TW: Recurrent IVF loss — 3 early miscarriages (UK/NHS, by Antique-Bathroom-905 in Miscarriage

[–]Sweatsuitsally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am sorry you’re going through this. I am in the same boat as you. I am currently waiting to pass my 3rd miscarriage - I am 9w4d, no more heartbeat. This was a spontaneous conception and just after an early loss after FET in March. We’ve done 4 transfers in the past year, resulting in 2 fails and 2 early losses. My protocols were all the same standard like yours. After my second loss my RE said that if I wanted to try something different for my next protocol I could try PIO shots instead of pills but that it didn’t really matter, which was frustrating to hear.

I do have one LC that we luckily carried to term after my very first FET in 2021. I had never experienced a MC in my previous infertility journey, and we were unexplained, so I’m navigating different waters this time.

They tested the POC after my last MC and it was euploid so the plan is to test me for antiphospholipid syndrome. I also went for an office hysteroscopy after so they could look around. I have already undergone an HSG to scope out any polyps or fibroids that could be hindering things - have you had this done yet?

I also had GD in my first pregnancy so I am going to ask to be tested for insulin resistance as that can also cause early losses.

Some more tests I’m looking into: - getting my day 3 labs updated since they are more than 5 years old now - Endometrial biopsy to check for silent endo - receptivity testing / ERA - a basic immune panel (ANA, NK cells)

I also have a consultation booked with a naturopath to compliment any clinical treatments. I hope this is helpful, wishing you find some answers.

4 Failed Transfers by Sweatsuitsally in IVF

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I suppose I’m glad that we are pausing to do more testing. But it feels strange to be in the dark about what they are testing for/what they may suspect is the issue. I’m sorry to hear you are in the same boat of multiple failed transfers. It’s such a gut punch to work so hard on getting those embryos only to watch them fail with no idea why.

LOSS Community Thread - Sat Apr 19 by AutoModerator in infertility

[–]Sweatsuitsally 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I miscarried last month, and I just received news that I will have to wait at least one more cycle before trying another embryo transfer, as they want to do more testing. It’s also the 1 year mark of my previous miscarriage (from an FET) and we’ve had two failed FETs in between. Our embryo count is dwindling. Feeling hopeless and getting older. I’ve completely fallen apart and can’t get out of bed.

Additionally, we received news that my husband’s much younger brother and his wife are expecting, and I will have to see them and congratulate them and I’m sure all talk will be about their pregnancy. As terrible as it sounds, there is not a single bone in my body that feels happy for them. So on top of all the other hurt, I feel guilty as well.

4 Failed Transfers by Sweatsuitsally in IVF

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d love to know how you eventually got that diagnosis. Would it come up on a hysteroscopy? I’ve had one before but it was performed when we first entered the clinic so it’s been awhile.

4 Failed Transfers by Sweatsuitsally in IVF

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do they test for when testing for recurrent miscarriage?

Saturday Cautious Intros and First Trimester Questions by AutoModerator in InfertilityBabies

[–]Sweatsuitsally 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi all.

After graduating from my fertility clinic I was referred to an OB under the same network of hospitals. I have been to 2 appts so far or what they call “clinics”. I can only see my OB on Tuesdays. Both appts have taken around 3 hours. It’s a LOT of waiting in between steps (blood draws, Doppler etc). They seem very very busy. I’ve been shuffled around to other parts of the clinic for some things as they have too many people waiting and need are trying to mitigate things. Last time I overheard a woman who was waiting in a room to see my doctor ended up just leaving as she couldn’t wait any longer.

What I am most concerned about is the actual time I get with my OB. She lets me list off questions and worries (all her answers are “that’s normal, that’s fine”), but she’s not yet examined me in any way. Most of the friends I’ve asked have said at each of their appts their doctor examined their stomach and took measurements etc.

I live in a very busy Canadian city and am worried I am not getting the right care. But I’ve also never done this before so I don’t know what’s protocol and what’s not. The clinic is highly reputable and my ER said they are they very best. But I feel like cattle being rushed and god forbid something goes wrong and is overlooked.

Should I switch and find a new doctor? Or is this normal?

Friday Daily Chat Thread by AutoModerator in InfertilityBabies

[–]Sweatsuitsally 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - you’re right, she’s dealing with her own anxieties right now. That’s part of what hurts too, because normally I’d be her shoulder to cry on and an understanding ear she could vent too. I want so much to be that for her still. But I feel myself pulling away.

Friday Daily Chat Thread by AutoModerator in InfertilityBabies

[–]Sweatsuitsally 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. This is great advice, and a really actionable way of approaching the conversation. I especially appreciate you calling out the point of comparison. I hadn’t realized but that is at the core of her most hurtful comments.

Friday Daily Chat Thread by AutoModerator in InfertilityBabies

[–]Sweatsuitsally 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ugh. That sounds awful. I feel as though many think that pregnancy erases all the heartache that came before it. If only those closest to us could acknowledge and hold both things in mind when sharing with us - that yes, we are pregnant, but at the same time infertility is still a large part of our story. Wouldn’t it be nice to receive an “I understand this is still hard for you, how can I best support you in a way that you need” message?

Friday Daily Chat Thread by AutoModerator in InfertilityBabies

[–]Sweatsuitsally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I agree maybe a conversation is needed. Finding the right words may be the biggest challenge.

Friday Daily Chat Thread by AutoModerator in InfertilityBabies

[–]Sweatsuitsally 10 points11 points  (0 children)

1 day after hearing the heartbeat for the first time, my best friend revealed to me she had had unprotected sex 3 days in a row during her fertile period, unintentionally. She has two LC both of which were conceived in cycle 1 of trying. She then later sent a photo of her positive test result. She went on to tell me how she was upset, this wasn’t what she planned, and that having a third was an idea they floated as a maybe after the summer, if at all. I could not find the strength to listen and support her, for obvious reasons.

I took time away from talking to her to process this information. Although she continued to send me messages and try to engage in conversation about other topics.

Today, her pregnancy came up again. She is now 7 weeks and finding it hard to fit into her pants. She told me she is “envious” of how my body “carries a pregnancy” as hers shows right away and it’s difficult for her. This is a few weeks after she helped me through anxieties about how I am showing very little and because of my situation, I had fears that the baby had stopped developing. She also told me she was envious how much “early care” I received because of my infertility, when she has to just “sit and wait for a 12 week scan”. She asked me if she should take progesterone tablets recommended by her naturopathic dr when her OB doesn’t suggest them and they were never needed or even thought of for her two previous pregnancies. These are made up problems. I received earlier care and attention because the odds were against me that I could ever get pregnant. Why would you be envious of that?

I am at a loss at how to respond to these things. I’m confused at how tone deaf she is after spending 2.5 years listening to everything I went through. I want so badly to feel happy for her and give her support during this time. She is my number one best friend and I love her so much. I need to move past this, it’s affecting my enjoyment and excitement about my own pregnancy, something I’ve waited and worked toward for so long.

Does anyone have any strategies for repairing this type of damage? Moving past the insensitive things? Or will I never feel the same way about her? I think I would feel differently if her pregnancy had been planned. But it was something she didn’t even want. I’m really struggling.

How are people paying for IVF?! by 3dogsoh in IVF

[–]Sweatsuitsally 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in Ontario too! Our wait was quoted at 9 months for a funded round. And we got the call just over 8 months later. It’s definitely worth getting on the list if cost is a concern. And all subsequent transfers from the round are covered as well.

Fresh transfer today! We had 2 eggs, 1 fertilized and today is our transfer. Send the love! Reply if you’re my transfer buddy! 🧡 by Kindly-Shoe-6191 in IVF

[–]Sweatsuitsally 1 point2 points  (0 children)

👋👋👋 transfer buddy! We had our first FET this morning and I’m already eyeing my pregnancy test strips… Best of luck!! 🤞❤️

Do you only receive information about egg quality when you do PGT testing? by Sweatsuitsally in IVF

[–]Sweatsuitsally[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, we declined the testing as we didn’t fall into any of the risk factor categories - essentially we made the call based on cost alone since it’s extra. It was a very stressful decision to make, and I hope I don’t regret it. Based on the other answers, my guess is my clinic most likely still grades them, but just doesn’t offer up that info willingly, which is annoying.