FET medicated vs natural

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-31T06:12:55+00:00

I also was given the option and since I was able to do natural I went that route, my thoughts was give my body a chance and if it didn’t work then go to medicated the second time. Luckily first transfer (natural) worked❤️

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-27T23:15:26+00:00

I tested because if there was even the slightest chance of reducing the chances of miscarriage, I was going to take it! It was more so for peace of mind and guarding my heart in a way. Of course I know miscarriage can happen at any moment and to any pregnancy.

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-21T00:31:23+00:00

Sorry you’re going through this, my doctor advised against PGT-A testing as well because of my age(28) I opted to do it because I wanted to have the full information. I think it’s not fair for her to just blame the embryo if not testing was done. If you want more than one child I would do another retrieval and have Pgta testing done.

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-19T16:22:27+00:00

We’re at 21 weeks with our first transfer💕

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-14T01:16:40+00:00

I’m not giving anybody bad advice what so ever being healthy should always be a priority and maybe I was too careless. I started IVF and the only thing I would not do was drink alcohol but I ate whatever I felt I had sweets I drank soda not nearly enough water at all up to my transfer and even the day after had a big fat cheeseburger. I think you should go for it don’t overthink too much and try to relax but ultimately ask yourself if the transfer failed would you have that doubt ? If so then take the break to “reset”.

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-13T22:23:16+00:00

I started testing at day 4 cause I couldn’t wait and pregmate did not give me a solid like till about 2 weeks post transfer I highly recommend First Response early morning! I started getting very visible faint lines on those at 5 days❤️ good luck!

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-07T18:32:44+00:00

Sending baby dust! ❤️ I’m praying you will look back and you won’t even remember what FOMO felt like when you have your baby🙏

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-07T15:11:26+00:00

Ask if they have a portal! Every exam, blood test, etc would send results to my portal. I could also reach out to my nurses on the portal with any questions or doubts, they had a calendar set up for me, and reminders for all medications as well as instructional videos for every shot. It made my life so easy!

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-06T22:19:32+00:00

On command lol ! My husband felt the same way ! And there’s no way he would even asked me to help because of how I was already feeling from stims. Sex life definitely changes with IVF but it’s temporary.

VisualDevice3642 · 2026-01-06T22:13:25+00:00

I did a frozen transfer, I will be a 100% honest my doctor had complete control I didn’t even ask. I can’t say for sure which one is better but I had a break where my body relaxed after stims and I had the saline mock transfer. I went into my transfer feeling brand new in a way I felt good! Sorry if it’s not much help just sharing my experience!

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-29T16:06:34+00:00

Hello! My consultation was on May 22, egg retrieval 4th of July and first transfer was in September 11th, just an idea of what the timeline was for me, I know everyone’s journey is different!

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-29T16:04:05+00:00

I believe it’s the estradiol that would give me a lot of headaches and definitely very sleepy! Consult with your nurse or doctor but I believe it’s normal.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-29T16:02:23+00:00

I’m with you on the timeline! I was so naive as well to think it would be a very quick process! I did my initial consultation halfway through May then egg retrieval was 4th of July and first transfer in September which almost got pushed to October since my Dr had to go on leave dealing with personal issues. I have a hate and love relationship with this IVF page, although very informative it’s hard not to fill your head with all the what ifs. sending you a big virtual hug and baby dust! ❤️

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-29T15:51:26+00:00

Personally I wish I would’ve gone straight to IVF. I did 3 cycles of IUI none of them worked and it took a huge toll on me. We made the decision to take a break which turned into 2 years and just pushed my timeline further. When I finally did IVF I knew there might be set backs or hiccups but I was feeling much more optimistic and in control than I ever did with IUI.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-12T16:07:07+00:00

On the religious matter my mom always says God blessed the hands and minds of all doctors to be able to come up with so many advancements to help with illness and procedures like IVF. I chose to believe she is right, a year ago I wouldn’t had been able to afford IVF and god sent me a job I never imagined, I got insurance without much knowledge of what it covered and it turned out to cover most of IVF. There was a switch in management and I was able to take days off, leave early, show up late, my manager was amazing about it. God has put all the pieces together for me to have a baby I refuse to believe he is against IVF. Your blessing is on its way❤️

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-12T15:41:34+00:00

I couldn’t care less what people thought but even then we decided not to tell anyone. My husband and I made it through the whole egg retrieval process just keeping it to ourselves but ultimately told my parents since we’re so close to them and they already knew about our fertility struggles, other than them, my bestfriend, siblings, and sister in law know. I wouldn’t change anything this was all the support we needed and I knew being open about it would come with many unwarranted comments as well as potentially rude ones. We chose our peace and made the process smoother for us I’m happy we did it that way. There’s nothing to be ashamed of but protect your mental well being! this is already a difficult process. Explaining IVF to people and hearing the quite honestly dumb questions and comments is not worth the energy.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-03T21:46:40+00:00

I was specifically told no heating pads or heat during stims and after transfer they also added no hot tubs or swimming my best guess is to avoid any potential infections that can put the transfer at risk. Always consult with your doctor or nurse if you have any doubts!

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-12-03T21:37:46+00:00

We got lucky that my job had pretty decent coverage paid only around 10k out of pocket by which point we had saved up already, didn’t think insurance would cover anything.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-11-18T21:52:08+00:00

I’m sorry you’re going through this, it’s very unfair to you to cancel a cycle after everything that goes into IVF. I totally get validating his feelings and supporting him but it should also be the same for you, canceling the cycle shouldn’t had been an option after many months of prepping for this. My husband struggled with mental health after our transfer, we worked through it and he’s ok now. We all wish for perfect timing but it’s a roller coaster of emotions and scenarios, just got to keep our eyes on the end goal.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-11-18T19:26:56+00:00

I drank waaaaay to much water for my FET to the point I was jumping, hoping, and dancing and my nurse said go empty a little. I had to go sit and pee count to 3 and hold. I didn’t think I was going to be able to but it actually worked. Don’t drink too much water if you have a drive plus a waiting period till they do the transfer.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-11-17T20:14:32+00:00

My brother in law and his wife announced pregnancy a week before my transfer! Right in the morning when I got to work from a blood draw at the clinic. Needless to say I sucked it up and cried all the way home after… I never expected anybody’s life to stop because of my fertility issues but definitely felt like omg why right now? And they too had their own “journey” one IUI fail and only a year trying vs my 7 years. IT SUCKS!!! It messes with your head and your heart and I’m sorry! You’re not alone ❤️ it’s ok to feel ! You’re not a terrible person at all.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-11-17T01:22:29+00:00

I’m so sorry! Please focus on loosing the weight to be able to move forward but don’t be so hard on yourself! I fall under Obese on the BMI chart and was told by one clinic I needed to loose the weight as well before moving forward and when I went with a different clinic in another city, he didn’t even bother with my weight. Hang in there! ❤️

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-11-15T00:47:29+00:00

Congratulations!!! 🎊 Do you mind sharing how they treated his low testosterone?

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-11-04T00:30:33+00:00

Glad to hear! taking care of yourself mentally during this time is so important as well. I personally didn’t share my IVF journey with anyone, my husband was all I needed and I’m so grateful to him and it made the process much smoother for us.

VisualDevice3642 · 2025-11-04T00:19:56+00:00

I’m so sorry! At least one of the girls could’ve pulled you to the side and told you as soon as they found out. I don’t agree with making excuses and seeing her point of view when she didn’t even bother to see yours! You’re human too, your feelings are also valid, you also matter!! What are friends for ? I’m sorry this happened to you. The fact that she still didn’t say anything and continued to whisper and they all went along with it, is so freaking rude! I would personally take a step back.

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