So I will get straight to the point. We had 2 embryos that made it past the citicial blastocyst stage and then they were sent off for genetic testing. The genetic testing was something Craig and I opted to do. We wanted to have it done for the simple fact it would give us the best chances of transferring the healthiest embryo(s). It is an additional cost (our grant nor our insurance will cover it). It is not cheap, let’s just say that. But well worth it.
Well…unfortunately those 2 embryos were not strong enough to transfer. Looking at them from the outside, they were perfect. My body responded really well to the medication and the process. Once the genetic testing was done, it showed they were not fully developed and were missing a couple chromosomes. IF they were transferred, I would have most likely miscarried (99% accurate).
We got the news the day before Christmas Eve (great timing). I got the call while I was in the car. I could tell in the nurses voice it was not going to be the news we were hoping for. I turned around from where I was headed and went straight home to tell Craig. We stood in the kitchen and just stared each other. Both in disbelief. But to focus more on the good news now!
- We feel extremely blessed we were able to do the genetic testing. The alternative would have been more damaging. Being pregnant for a brief time not knowing that in a couple days I would miscarry. This saved us from so much heartache. And for that, we are grateful.
- Our doctor told us to chalk this up as bad luck & lets move on. Our next round will focus on getting my eggs stronger.
- With our grant opportunity through Samantha’s Gift of Hope, we are able to try again and that we are! Our next round starts 1/8/2021! Starting the new year off fresh and with hope! It can only go up from here…right? :/
This round will be a little more intense. I have 2 more medications added to my list along with a shit ton of pills and vitamins. But I am ready, we are ready! We feel so fortunate to be in the position we are. Please do not feel sorry for us. This is just a part of the journey. A friend of mine (who also has gone through IVF) said to me, “IVF is a blessing and curse”. Amen girl, Amen!
We wish you all a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Thank you for all the love and support you all have showed Craig and I through this journey. We are not done yet! Cheers!