Well, before it has even started, our FET has been postponed. AF is scheduled to arrive any day now. As I was gearing up to get our FET started, Derek and I discussed a few things we wanted to know from the RE. Since we didn't get a chance to have our follow up failed IVF appointment, I sent our IVF nurse, Joyce, an email regarding our questions. Although she originally suggested that we come in to see Dr. C, she did get the answers to my questions and called me back.
The good news is that even though we only have 1 embryo to transfer, our chances are still in the 40-50% success rate for our FET. The % of a single embryo transfer success is probably about 3-5% lower than a 2 embryo transfer. Dr. C also did not feel that our fragmented beginnings would decrease our chances of success for the FET. That is excellent news in my book. And if anyone does any Dr. Google research and finds any differently, please don't tell me.
I also asked if there was anything I could do to increase our chances. The answer was no. Sort of.
Since we started the whole IF roller coaster, my weight has steadily increased. Don't get me wrong, I am not morbidly obese. But I am also no longer in the target range for my height. So, I asked if I needed to lose some weight prior to the FET to put our chances at a more optimal level. Dr. C said she wouldn't have said anything about my weight, but since I asked, she felt that 1o lbs may make a difference. I know that the range for my height (all 5'3" of me) is between 111-147 and I was at 165 at our last transfer.
The decision was up to us - we could move forward as soon as AF arrives or postpone. I knew that if I didn't choose to try to lose the extra 10 lbs first, if the FET failed I would always worry that the 10 lbs would have made the difference.
So, there you have it. I have postponed our FET until the 10 lbs comes off. I officially started Weight Watchers on Tuesday. In my first attempt at WW 4 years ago, I lost 1o lbs in the first 3 weeks. I am hoping that this attempt will bring similar results and that by the beginning of my next cycle the 10 lbs will be gone...Let's hope that the desire for a baby gives me enough willpower to get through the stress/emotion eating I have become accustomed to in the last 3 years...
8 comments:
Carli, I'm sorry that you are postponing your FET, but I'm glad that it was on your terms. I completely understand about trying to lose weight to maybe boost your chances of getting PG. Hopefully those 10lbs you want to lose will come off quickly and you'll be well on your way with your FET in a month or so. GL!!
Good for you for losing the 10 lbs first! I would be the same way- I'd want to make sure I did everything possible to optimize my chances. That's great news about how high the success rate is for FET! Very encouraging.
Carli, although I'm sure it's hard to have to postpone again since it seems like all you ever do is wait (as do all IFers) but I think you made a smart decision and that if anything you will be in a good place for the transfer with no regrets. Good luck shedding the 10 lbs and I'll be praying that it comes off just as easily for you this time as it did last time! And the success rate is awesome! That is definitely cause for hope and I have a good feeling about this one!
I want you to know that I think the ability to decide to do this speaks to your strength and courage. While I am sorry that the FET is postponed, I completely understand wanting to know that you did everything possible to increase your chances. That is exactly why I did acupuncture although we couldn't afford it and while I ate a whole pineapple in 5 days by myself post transfer (among other things). I know the extra wait (weight) will be hard, but I have no doubt you can do it. Besides, September is a better month to conceive a child than August anyway. :) I am so encouraged by the % too!
I know it sucks that you had to postpone things, but at least it was kind of on your own terms. I am a big (no pun intended) fan of WW. I've been pretty sucessful with it in the past, as I tend to yoyo. I am actually about 15lbs heavier than I was when I started TTC. I began eating all of my stress away a little after my one year anniversary. I think if this next IUI doesn't work I might jump back on the train. Good Luck!!!
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Carli, I am sorry your plans for the FET have been delayed. But at least this was something that was your decision to do so to give you the best chances possible. Wish you all of the best of luck with Weight Watchers and that you are able to get on with your plans soon. It is also really good news about the percentages with FET. Horray for good news!
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