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The forum has a new look and the Fairfax Team is so excited to create the best experience for our users.
To Note:
Private Donor Groups and Private Sibling Connection Groups are now located under the category "Groups". Search the donor number in the search box and you should find exactly what you're looking for!
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Name (under which the vial was purchased)
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If you have any questions about the verification process please email forum@fairfaxcryobank.com
The forum has a new look and the Fairfax Team is so excited to create the best experience for our users.
To Note:
Private Donor Groups and Private Sibling Connection Groups are now located under the category "Groups". Search the donor number in the search box and you should find exactly what you're looking for!
Questions about your forum access? Email forum@fairfaxcryobank.com
Follow these steps to join a private donor group:
1) Press "Join" at the right of the group
2) Once prompted to confirm your request please list this information so we can verify your information:
Name (under which the vial was purchased)
Clinic Name
Donor number
Child Date of Birth
*If you are looking to start a private group for a PRS donor please email forum@fairfaxcryobank.com with the above information and that you are looking for a PRS group*
If you have any questions about the verification process please email forum@fairfaxcryobank.com
Allow Me to Introduce Myself
all4mybaby
Member Member
Greetings Fairfax Family,
I have been a follower of this forum since December 2011, yet this is the first time I've ever posted.
My journey to motherhood actually began in November 2011 when I had my first visit with my RE. I was sooo nervous and couldn't believe I was about to finally take this step. For the most part things went well. I begin a series of testing including a clomid challenge test, HSG (yikes) and Hysteroscopy (double yikes, LOL). Passed everything with flying colors, and as far as the Dr's could see, everything seemed to be in good working condition.
December was the month when all of the magic began, the month for my first IUI. I completed another round of Clomid and was able to produce 4 follies. Completed the insemination the day before Christmas Eve and two weeks later, I tested pregnant. Wow, everything happened so fast and I thought that I was one of the lucky ones who was able to get pregnant the first time. A few weeks later, over the weekend of January 20th, I started to bleed. I knew this wasn't good. When I had my appointment that following Monday, my little light was hanging in there but my beta numbers never increased. The following week my fears were confirmed and my little light was gone. There was no gestational sac or sign of a pregancy. I knew all along though, because I still contnued to bleed throughout the week. I still get a little "misty" when I think about this. It took me almost six weeks to physically recover from that ordeal. Now that I have healed, I am in the process of getting back on the saddle again.
I am single and 41 years old. I have a wonderful support system. I have the best Mom in the world and she has been my biggest fan and supporter throughout this entire process. She has held my hand and been there for every consultation, test and procedure. We did get a little chuckle about her being in the room with me during the insemination. Oh the story we will share about Grandmom being on hand when Mommy got knocked up, LOL.
I felt compelled to write this post because I really wanted to let you all know the impact your stories have had on me and my journey. I have laughed and cried with you all from a distance, but I wanted to thank all of you for sharing your stories and lending your words of support. It's almost like an extended family. The advice you all have given and your willingness to share your experiences have been invaluable to me, and have gotten me through some pretty sad moments. Robin, Moe, Anne, Char, Regan, K&B and all the other fabulous and outstanding contributors to this forum, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!! I pray that I can help someone along the way just as you all have helped me.
Peace and Blessings
Pauline
I have been a follower of this forum since December 2011, yet this is the first time I've ever posted.
My journey to motherhood actually began in November 2011 when I had my first visit with my RE. I was sooo nervous and couldn't believe I was about to finally take this step. For the most part things went well. I begin a series of testing including a clomid challenge test, HSG (yikes) and Hysteroscopy (double yikes, LOL). Passed everything with flying colors, and as far as the Dr's could see, everything seemed to be in good working condition.
December was the month when all of the magic began, the month for my first IUI. I completed another round of Clomid and was able to produce 4 follies. Completed the insemination the day before Christmas Eve and two weeks later, I tested pregnant. Wow, everything happened so fast and I thought that I was one of the lucky ones who was able to get pregnant the first time. A few weeks later, over the weekend of January 20th, I started to bleed. I knew this wasn't good. When I had my appointment that following Monday, my little light was hanging in there but my beta numbers never increased. The following week my fears were confirmed and my little light was gone. There was no gestational sac or sign of a pregancy. I knew all along though, because I still contnued to bleed throughout the week. I still get a little "misty" when I think about this. It took me almost six weeks to physically recover from that ordeal. Now that I have healed, I am in the process of getting back on the saddle again.
I am single and 41 years old. I have a wonderful support system. I have the best Mom in the world and she has been my biggest fan and supporter throughout this entire process. She has held my hand and been there for every consultation, test and procedure. We did get a little chuckle about her being in the room with me during the insemination. Oh the story we will share about Grandmom being on hand when Mommy got knocked up, LOL.
I felt compelled to write this post because I really wanted to let you all know the impact your stories have had on me and my journey. I have laughed and cried with you all from a distance, but I wanted to thank all of you for sharing your stories and lending your words of support. It's almost like an extended family. The advice you all have given and your willingness to share your experiences have been invaluable to me, and have gotten me through some pretty sad moments. Robin, Moe, Anne, Char, Regan, K&B and all the other fabulous and outstanding contributors to this forum, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!! I pray that I can help someone along the way just as you all have helped me.
Peace and Blessings
Pauline
Comments
I am so glad that you have a good support system, support is what gets you through the crazy feelings! I know it is of little reassurance, but at least you know you CAN get pregnant...it is just a matter of time now.
When do you have your next IUI?
If ever you need a laugh, or a cry, I keep a blog under a pen name that shares in detail all that I have been through...I know we all have similar stories, and it is nice to be able to feel, not so alone... tryingtomakeababy.com.
I gave birth the month after my 43rd birthday to my son who is the greatest thing that has ever come my way... I feel blessed every day and remain so thankful that it worked out. So it can happen. I am single too - got knocked up alone (well, the RE and nurse were there), but have much support from parents and sister. You're fertile since you did get pregnant... Chances are very good that the next one will be a sticky growing one!!
Will certainly be sending sticky baby dust thoughts your way.
You are right on so many levels with your response to my post. Especially with the part of knowing that I CAN get pregnant. My brother and I laugh because he has seven children (yup, you read that right seven) and he often says to me "you know we have the same genes, so you won't have any problems getting pregnant". I sure hope he is right.
I'm praying that my next IUI procedure will take place at the end of the month. I'm waiting for AF to show, which should be within the next day or two, so that I can begin taking the clomid.
Thank you very much for sharing the link to your blog. As soon as I am done typing this I am going to hop on over and check it out!
Pauline
Pauline
I would love to chat about any questions or concerns you may have going through things again. Please don't hesitate to reach out! Good luck with moving towards the next step!!
Sending positive thoughts your way.
It is so nice to meet you. Welcome to this fantastic support system. I was like you. For a few months i just sat back and read others stories and just took it all in. After my first failed iui i needed support and i reached out to MOE. she was my first friend on here.
It took me exactly a year from when i signed up on this forum to get pregnant. I really dont know what i would have done with out all the women you mentioned earlier plus a couple others that prefer private messages. They held my hands (virually of course) through the really hard times and rooted me on after every milestone. As many of us know after we get pregnant it only gets harder and this forum has been just as important to me after my positive. Every ultrasound scared the hell out of me. Every twinge I thought was the end.
i encourage you to just keep sharing your story and i promise it will be the most helpful thing you have done since you started this journey. I wish you the most luck and hope you are one of the lucky ones that gets it on the 2nd try
sticky baby dust
charlotte
Thank you so much for reaching out and introducing yourselves. I could feel the sincerity and support through your message and I look forward to sharing my journey with you.
Pauline
Glad you started to post. Yes, losing that pregnancy is awful. I also lost on (after my fourth IUI) at 7-8 weeks. I really needed to mourn and even after several more attempts, I still had a total breakdown on the day that would have been due date. We are all here for you as you go through this journey. I've now done 11 IUIs and 1 IVF. I have one more fresh IVF cycle and then I'm out of insurance. I will definitely be moving forward on the adoption front at that point. I've been doing a ton of research and almost ready to pick the agency/lawyer. You can become a mom no matter how it happens. This board has been a huge support for me as I go through this.
Thanks for sharing your story! You sound like a lot of us on here, looks good on paper but just having a few roadblocks getting to that baby! I lurked the boards a while too before I started posting but then I saw how open everyone was and felt more comfortable sharing here than with other people because some of them just don't get it. My mom's been my rock too and I want to make her a granny so bad! There have been points where I've felt so bad and blue but I came here just to read and it made me feel better without even having to post. For me, both reading and writing have always been therapeutic so don't be afraid to share, even if you have to send a PM!
Glad to see you getting back in the saddle and best of luck to you!