Thursday, April 22, 2010

Welcome April ICLWers!


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Welcome ICLWers!

Sorry this is a couple of days late.  I'm still behind on reading my blogs.   For those new to ICLW, it's a week dedicated to honoring and encouraging commenting on fellow bloggers' blogs.  It's a wonderful time to find new blogs and make new friends.  Make sure to contact Mel to be included in future ICLWs if you are not already part this.

For those visiting for the first time, welcome!

At the last ICLW, I was at a very exciting time in my journey.  I had just completed my egg retrieval for IVF and was waiting for my fertilization report.  Unfortunately, it also turned out to be one of the most difficult times in my journey so far.  I found out that I only had 2 out of 6 mature eggs fertilize, and none made it to transfer.  If you are interested in finding out more, you can read about my journey so far here, my egg retrieval here, my fertilization report here, the fertilization update here, and the embryos update here.

I met with my RE last week, and it sounds like I may have egg quality issues.  This of course is not a surprise for me, since I am 36++ (I will be 37 in August), but we have been trying for 6 years.  At the appointment, I had my blood drawn for Karotype testing.  Now I continue to wait to see if the test comes back normal.

I would love to hear from you if you are visiting for the first time.  Unfortunately, ICLW will probably be a bust for me this month.  I am leaving today to go out of town for a couple of family events and won't be home till Tuesday or Wednesday.  I am not sure how much internet access I will have but will try my best to update and comment.

Have a wonderful week, and an awesome ICLW!

16 comments:

  1. Hey girl happy iclw. I have been bad in getting to my fav blogs and missed you. I plan to catch up back reading yours in next few days. xoxo

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  2. Sounds like it has been a whirlwind couple of months, about to be another whirlwind week. Safe travels, and good luck with the karyotyping.

    Happy ICLW!
    ~Miriam (ICLW #42)
    Hannah Wept, Sarah Laughed

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  3. I'm so sorry about your cancelled transfer. I have been there and it was devastating - so big hug. Sounds like you had a very thorough consult with your doc though.

    Happy ICLw

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  4. I'm sorry about the transfer - or lack thereof. I hope you get your BFP before your 37th birthday!

    ICLW #119

    http://lovelyladybump.blogspot.com/

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  5. It's stressful when they throw around terms like "egg quality issues", but I hope they are moving towards helping you somehow. Good luck in figuring out the next steps, and hope the weekend provides some de-stressing time.

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  6. Hellow from ICLW.

    So bummed to hear your recent IFV got cancelled. I hope your upcoming appointments and tests lead to some clarity and your next plan is lined up soon. Best wishes.

    http://www.teseivf.blogspot.com/

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  7. I love reading your blog, through the ups and the downs. And will be praying for healing and hope and encouraging results!

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  8. That is too bad that your IVF cycle had to be cancelled. I am also undergoing karytoping testing...I hate having to wait so long for the results. Good luck!

    ICLW

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  9. I'm so sorry your IVF cycle had to be canceled. I'm wondering what medications you were stimming with. Although I'm only 30, I have egg number and quality issues, as I'm in preovarian failure. A combo of Menopur and Follistim worked a miracle for my baby making factory. I wonder if you've tried that combo?

    ICLW #50 and #83

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  10. I hope a few days away will help a little.. thinking of you x

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  11. Hope the test results come back ok and all the best!

    *iclw.

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  12. Yikes,
    I just found you via ICWL and I am so sorry for your failed transfer. It hope that getting away for a few days can help clear your head and point you towards the next steps. Good luck with all your testing and may you be filled with peace and strength.

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  13. You are in my thoughts. I hope you have a great weekend!

    http://doihavetobeadink.blogspot.com/

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  14. So sorry to hear about your cancellation. Good luck going forward! I hope you are enjoying some family time.

    Happy ICLW!

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  15. Sorry to hear about your latest IVF attempt. Just found your blog and look forward to your encouraging words! Many blessings and praying for my infertile bloggers, hoping your bday also brings a BFP! Sarah

    http://idreamofpicklesandicecream.blogspot.com/

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  16. Sorry to hear about the latest cancellation of your transfer. Good luck on this journey!

    ~Stopping by for ICLW #126

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