Logistics of Egg Donor IVF
We've found some donor databases that we love, but are trying to figure out the logistics. The problem with going abroad is that we'd still need monitoring near home. Alternatively, we'd need a clinic...
View ArticleShared Risk Program
Hi all! I'm going into my first DE IVF cycle and I qualified for the shared risk program. I need to make my decision and pay by Monday. I can't decide if the shared risk program is worth it or if I...
View ArticleHow Many Embryos
Hi All , I am in the beginning stages of choosing a donor and completing the pre qualifying blood work etc for future ivf . I am 45 yrs old and am wondering how many embryos were suggested /...
View Article2003-DE recipients using Manhattan clinics
Anyone on here use DE in NYC in 2003? I would love to connect to discuss our common experiences.
View ArticleAnything You Wish You Knew ?
I am currently in the beginning stages of choosing an egg Donor - I thought I would ask a question to any of you that have gone through it already or have any experience... Is there anything you can...
View ArticleDEB egg lot
Hi. I just finalized my purchase from DEB! I know the website says to expect shipping within 2 weeks but I was just curious if anyone who has used DEB could tell me how soon their eggs shipped/facility...
View ArticleCycling Again After DE Failures - Part 3?
oh the cycling again thread is quiet. I noticed that the part 2 thread is “closed to comments” – is it because it reached the limit for comments? Hope everyone is well! Sprightly, is your baby due...
View ArticleScared AF
Hey guys, I did my first donor egg embryo transfer 5 days ago (day 5 embryo) I feel so scared and discouraged as I have no symptoms.. I do have mild cramping that goes away pretty quick... but I feel...
View ArticleMock cycles?
Are there any true benefits to a mock cycle? Are mock cycles largely recommended or are most ladies rolling straight into a real cycle? Has anyone had a BFN even after a mock cycle? I’m still torn and...
View ArticleSanta Monica Fertility Clinic
I am wondering if anyone used them and what their experience was? Their fresh donor program is a little different than most of the ones I have seen they only give you 8 eggs instead of the whole batch....
View ArticleFirst transfer - it doesn't look good...
On 2/18 we transferred three AA blastocysts. I had a total of three 1500iu hcg shots (day of transfer, 2dpt and 4dpt). 7dp5dt I had my first blood test - hcg of 50. At this point there certainly still...
View ArticleWhat hcg levels does your clinic want to see, and when?
I'm going through hcg-hell here 🙈 and am finding all kind of different cut-offs that different clinics use. Mine likes to see 300 14dp5dt. What about yours? (I hope this will be helpful, not only to...
View ArticleHigh AFC, stimming progress low?
Hello! My husband and I are in the middle of our THIRD egg donor cycle. The first cycle was from a frozen lot, and resulted in MC. The second was a fresh cycle from a non-proven donor, and resulted...
View ArticleHcg turmoil / Wwyd???
I have written in another post about hcg hell I am living... 7dp5dt 50 9dp5dt 69 10dp5dt 73 13dp5dt 166 15dp5dt 258 We transplanted three Blastos. The explanation for the initial very slow...
View ArticleTransferring DE embryo with thin lining
This is my 3rd IVF, first with donor eggs so I am nervous and excited! We purchased 6 frozen eggs from Fairfax and will hopefully have a fresh 5-day embryo transfer in a couple weeks. I am hopeful that...
View ArticleMock cycles?
Are there any true benefits to a mock cycle? Are mock cycles largely recommended or are most ladies rolling straight into a real cycle? Has anyone had a BFN even after a mock cycle? I’m still torn and...
View ArticleHow do you manage the anxiety and fear?
Hi all, We had our 3rd DE FET on Feb 6th, positive betas (hallelujah!) and saw the little bean's heartbeat on US last Wednesday at 6.5 weeks. This is the furthest we've gotten which is amazing (6 IUIs,...
View Articledonor egg recommendation?
Can anyone recommend a clinic that was affordable, does fresh cycles and you get to see pictures? Thank you
View ArticleAnything You Wish You Knew ?
I am currently in the beginning stages of choosing an egg Donor - I thought I would ask a question to any of you that have gone through it already or have any experience... Is there anything you can...
View ArticleEgg Donor - Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele Baby
See also "Does a donor need to be on prenatal vitamins?" I have wanted to post our story for a while now but did not know how. Plus it is hard for me to write about. I’m not an expert and I’m not a...
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