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I have spent time reading everyones threads and replies. You are all so supportive with each other.
My partner and I have been trying to conceive naturally for last two years. We found out that I cannot do that naturally. We went to Sims clinic and are now on the International Donor Egg Programme. It is a long process before actual Embryo transfer will take place. Also a very emotional journey.
I would love to talk with any other couples who are going through the same experience.
Lisa
Hi Lisa.
Glad you took the time to read all the threads.At the end of the day it makes a difference to your journey when you know there are people who REALLY understand (did for me) Once again (i think I tell everyone this) Give the helpline a call or try and make it to NISIG meeting. (look up information) Also look up http://www.donor-conception-network.org. We got information from them about this journey we have taken. Loads of stuff on theire web site.
We went down the donor route, nearly 2 years ago. We decided to go to Spain for our treatment. And we were successful. Twins.
I understand how emotional it is. But just take care of each other. It ok to have bad days, I had lots but we got through them together.
Wishing you both all the best for journey
Take care Cats
Hi Lisa,
I'm new too (joined yesterday). IVF is our only hope for a child of our own and we need to decide when we are going to get started. At least you know that everyone here fully understands some or all of the emotions you are going through.
While I can't yet offer any info on the IVF process yet, here's some general advice that might help a littleas you go through this experience.....
While your stuck in the waiting periods try to find some positive 'distractions'. This may be time with family/friends, hobbies, weekend breaks, shopping, food/choc/sweeties etc. I try to remind myself of everything good that I have/can have in my life because up until recently, all I thought about was the baby I don't have and it was taking over my life. Also, maybe focus on preparing your body for what's ahead...some pampering/exercise/detox...can't hurt?
Here's hoping 2009 will bring us both everything we wish for. Keep in touch as you go through the various steps.....Take care
first time to write ever on a forum but felt a need to reply to you.
We have been attending the Sims now for nearly a year. They have been great on our journey.
We went through the Donor Egg programme last year but unfortunately not successfully . no reason why as we had 2 good embryos to transfer. Going to try again, but have to do further tests first to check other factors.
Yes it is a long process, it took us about 8 months from first meeting to transfer. The wait between each process is difficult but as others have said keep yourselves busy. Organise treats for both of you, so you can spend time together without thinking of the process.
We have found the nisig meetings very heplful as you get to talk to a lot of couples travelling the same road as you and who understand. We have told very few family about our journey and nobody about using egg donation and so no one to talk to.
So look upon it as a journey with breaks along the way, some sunny days but also wet and windy ones too.Hold you partner's hand, have fun and cuddles ,talk, laugh and cry, but share your feelings.
Hope this is of help to you
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