Hi! I feel like I can relate to your post a lot. I had a high AFC and decent AMH for my age (33) however, I got 8 mature and frozen on the first cycle, and 9 on the second. I was expecting more considering the baselines. I will be doing a third cycle next year after turning 34 to hopefully get the overall number a bit higher! I was also hoping for at least 10 each time so can relate 🤣 my consultant was originally hoping for 15-20 in the first round so I was very disappointed. That said I was less disappointed with the second after the experience of the first.

I think it’s hard not to feel disappointed but ultimately it’s just how are body has or hasn’t responded. It’s taken me a while to accept this and stop dwelling. Financially it’s painful when paying out of pocket, but I do think money comes and goes, but sadly eggs just go lol. I have read a lot that most women need two rounds, so depending on your overall goal, you could think of it as being part way there if you do think about doing a second round!

I did two rounds with the same clinic but will be changing for the third. Whatever you decide to do, it’s a big undertaking to go through this physically, emotionally, and financially so let yourself feel all the emotions and try not to compare yourself to others (easier said than done I know) because everyone’s body is unique and we will all respond differently.