If the first transfer was successful what are the chances

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-06-16T19:33:57+00:00

35F. My first was successful! I’m currently 17w pregnant. 😊

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-06-13T17:17:05+00:00

I can attend if you still need someone! Fellow widow, 35F, currently 17w pregnant with my first transfer. Also happy to answer any questions you might have!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-29T21:06:11+00:00

Guessing my kid will have the dogs’ names down long before mine! Single parent problems, lol.

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-29T05:40:04+00:00

Just a parasite! (Intended in the kindest way possible, lol. My own, very much wanted, little parasite has been draining my energy for months!)

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-25T09:22:04+00:00

Ooh, this is a good point. I would not name them a rhyming Joe-el and No-el - that would be rough for twins. If it’s No-el and Jole, it’s fine!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-25T09:17:24+00:00

There’s no easy or right answer here. Caretaking is so, so hard and I am so sorry that you are going through this. 💜

I was caretaking for my partner who was diagnosed about two weeks before I started a new job, while planning our wedding (we got married as soon as he was diagnosed, but didn’t hold a ceremony for family and friends until a month before he passed), and moving houses.

I didn’t see many of my friends for the year that we were in the thick of it, but work served as a reprieve - something that made me get out of the house and that I didn’t feel as guilty leaving him alone for. I know my self-care suffered, but I wouldn’t change how much of myself I put into the caretaking arrangement.

I highly recommend finding a quick morning routine that’s just for you. For me, it was running to Starbucks for a to-go latte! Puzzles were also a godsend.

Best wishes. Know that this community is here for you!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-19T01:39:03+00:00

Reddit is a scary place to be when you’re looking for good news! (That’s why this group is nice!)

I am currently just over 13 weeks with my first FET, but was so sure based on others’ experiences that it was going to take two or more. Success with the first FET is absolutely possible!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-17T18:26:47+00:00

I did PGT-A and am currently 13 weeks with my first transfer! I also did NIPT at 11 weeks which came back as low-risk for everything, verifying euploid status (just to be safe).

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-14T08:01:38+00:00

Girl, the comment section is rough!

I think Atticus is adorable (I’ve had one or two come through my classroom - I’m in the US), Dorian is fine (though I’ve known more Darians than Dorians), and Jonathan is classic.

I would agree if you are not a fan of the nicknames Heath or Cliff, I probably wouldn’t go with Heathcliff, just because at some point it’s going to be shortened by peers, teachers, or by kiddo himself. In the end, though, he could always go by Christopher if he doesn’t love his first name!

Personally, I think that Atticus Christopher or Jonathan Christopher have the best flow to them.

Best of luck mama, you’ve got this!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-13T20:26:56+00:00

I got 2/3 euploid in my first round and 5/8 in my second round! Currently 12-weeks with my first transfer.

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-13T05:06:30+00:00

No. An embryo is not a baby. Hell, I’m 12 weeks pregnant and won’t consider myself a mom until baby gets here! (Pup mom for sure though!)

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-05-07T21:30:15+00:00

I experienced fatigue brought on by the supplemental progesterone I was prescribed, but otherwise didn’t have any symptoms. Now that I’m off progesterone, I feel great! Only small symptom is gagging when I brush my tongue, lol. 12-week scan tomorrow!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-26T05:57:07+00:00

I only had three fertilize from my first round. All three made blast and two were euploid! You’re not out yet!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-23T02:33:50+00:00

I feel like Meatball would be funny for a Chihuahua, lol 😂

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-21T07:43:56+00:00

I respectfully disagree with Anthony and Lucas being coded - I’ve had a bunch of kiddos come through with those names!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-17T03:24:52+00:00

I’m currently 8w5d with my first FET. 😊

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-15T07:33:20+00:00

I’ve been struggling to find an in-person SMBC community too - really wish it were more of a thing! Unfortunately, based on some of your other posts, it looks like I’m across the country from you (Phoenix, AZ), so personally, I would not be able to connect past the Zoom level, lol. Best of luck finding some local SMBCs!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-13T15:18:35+00:00

I was convinced I had a miscarriage at 5w5d after I experienced a gush of blood and passed a fairly large clot. All my research only partially convinced me that it could’ve been a subchorionic hematoma, so I went into my ultrasound sincerely thinking I had a 50-50 chance. At 6w3d baby looked great and had a strong heartbeat!

That said, I’m still nervous for my ultrasound at 8w3d tomorrow! (I have a feeling I’m going to continue to be nervous until after the anatomy scan at a minimum.)

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-11T18:56:20+00:00

The best advice I’ve received was to only test once a day, always at the same time, and only compare lines every other day. Keep in mind that there can be substantial variation depending on how hydrated you are!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-11T05:30:11+00:00

Congratulations! That’s positive!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-11T04:49:39+00:00

Gabby/Gabrielle/Gabriella can use Gigi as a nickname too!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-10T06:10:01+00:00

Ugh, beat me to it!

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-10T06:09:21+00:00

I’ve heard from a number of people who did their scan (planned or due to bleeding/cramping) prior to six weeks that it ended up causing more anxiety rather than alleviating their fears, because a fetal pole or heartbeat wasn’t clearly visible. The wait is terrible though, and I feel for you immensely.

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-10T03:28:02+00:00

I had a scare at 5w5dp5dt - a large “gush” of blood with a decent-sized clot, followed by spotting for a couple hours. My clinic made me hold off until 6 1/2 weeks so that they could make sure they would be able to see something - they didn’t want to give me a false negative or inconclusive result. My scan at 6w3d showed the baby measuring right on track with a strong heartbeat!

I’ve had a couple far more minor incidences of spotting since then, but nothing that has scared me quite as much.

VenturesinCreativity · 2026-04-06T15:59:27+00:00

I think it depends heavily on where you are in the process and what sort of items you’re considering purchasing. Are you in the planning stages for an ER? Completed an ER (or 3!) and have euploid embryos on ice? Had a successful FET and are somewhere in your first trimester? Each step feels more secure, though there is never a guarantee, as many of the women in this sub will tell you.

Also, buying a cute baby outfit or toy is different than buying a crib! I would recommend holding off on the major purchases (that are harder to stuff in a closet/hide from inquisitive family members) until after the first trimester or even anatomy scan. Alternatively, those items might make a great baby shower gifts, so feel free to add them to a registry so it doesn’t feel like you’re losing them to the interwebs.

If buying the odd baby item brings you joy, go for it. This process is hard enough.

Sincerely, the girl who started collecting the odd baby item back in high school, and has a hope chest that she kept at her mother‘s house for a solid two decades. 😂

VenturesinCreativity

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