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As some of you may already know, January was not a successful cycle for us, and we are on to a new try. Unfortunately, this is going to be our last stim cycle for at least a while, due to finances and an ongoing issue with the clinic and my insurance... So far I'm feeling very good this cycle - very positive, and generally just trying to take one day at a time...
We were going to choose a new donor, but I just couldn't settle on one I felt comfortable with - I thought I had made my decision, but when I listened to the audio clip, I really didn't like the sound of his voice, so I vetoed and ended up ordering the same donor again (also the one I was pregnant with). Have any of you ladies with previous miscarriages, gone on to get pregnant again and have a healthy baby by the same donor, or have you had success after switching? The donor we were using felt so right to me in the beginning and we got pregnant on our first try with him, so I know we are compatible - that meant a lot to me. Also knowing the miscarriage had nothing to do with him directly, or the unique combination of us, also made me feel confident in my choice, but after January's failed cycle, my husband thought maybe we should switch, so I started the grueling process of looking again. January was a very weird cycle, so I know the bfn was in no way sperm related... I ended up just feeling that our original choice was still the way to go, so I placed the order.
I guess I'm just looking for positive thoughts, and if anyone has any success with the same donor after miscarriage stories to share - feel free!! :P
I keep logging in to see more BFP's... come on ladies!!!
We were going to choose a new donor, but I just couldn't settle on one I felt comfortable with - I thought I had made my decision, but when I listened to the audio clip, I really didn't like the sound of his voice, so I vetoed and ended up ordering the same donor again (also the one I was pregnant with). Have any of you ladies with previous miscarriages, gone on to get pregnant again and have a healthy baby by the same donor, or have you had success after switching? The donor we were using felt so right to me in the beginning and we got pregnant on our first try with him, so I know we are compatible - that meant a lot to me. Also knowing the miscarriage had nothing to do with him directly, or the unique combination of us, also made me feel confident in my choice, but after January's failed cycle, my husband thought maybe we should switch, so I started the grueling process of looking again. January was a very weird cycle, so I know the bfn was in no way sperm related... I ended up just feeling that our original choice was still the way to go, so I placed the order.
I guess I'm just looking for positive thoughts, and if anyone has any success with the same donor after miscarriage stories to share - feel free!! :P
I keep logging in to see more BFP's... come on ladies!!!
After 9 yrs & 1 devastating loss, we got our BFP at 9DPO ~ and welcomed our beautiful son on Halloween! Best treat ever!!
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Or are you using a different bank?
It worked! Two clomid cycles and two IUI's with injectables all BFN, on to IVF! 3dt of 2 perfect embryos on 12/15/14, BFP 7dp3dt! Frederick Lars born at 37 weeks on 8/15/15!! FET for #2 on 9/29/16 - BFP 5dp5dt!! Bertram Wilder and Mabel Moon born at 28.4 weeks on 3/29/17!
I do not use NW, as my clinic works with a specific bank. They offer tons of free stuff for their donors, which includes baby photos, adult silhouette, short audio clip, full audio interview, etc... I have a thing about voices and this particular donor had a lisp (sounded like someone who has a slightly large tongue) and I just didn't want to go with him after that. I know that's weird... please don't judge me. I've just always had a thing with voices....
It worked! Two clomid cycles and two IUI's with injectables all BFN, on to IVF! 3dt of 2 perfect embryos on 12/15/14, BFP 7dp3dt! Frederick Lars born at 37 weeks on 8/15/15!! FET for #2 on 9/29/16 - BFP 5dp5dt!! Bertram Wilder and Mabel Moon born at 28.4 weeks on 3/29/17!
As for donors...I've had a few miscarriages with the same donor and my doctor encouraged me to switch so I did. I'll let you know how this round goes
May I ask, are you not willing to do at home insems? I wish you luck this next cycle.
Beta 1: 2,489 Beta 2: 5,603 TWINS!!
Minnie, I have everything crossed for you!! I hope switching donors and this try is just what you needed for your forever baby!!
Old Mama, exactly! If I was in love with an amazing person and they happened to have a "voice thing", it would certainly not stop me from having babies with them, but when you have lists a mile long, can pretty much choose any trait you do or don't want, and are paying an arm and a leg for the chance to 'reproduce' with this particular DNA, I just can't bring myself to pick one with something I sooo don't like :rolleyes: LOL!
CRWHNW0909, talking through the nose is another perfect example of a voice thing that I can't stand!!! And in answer to your question, yes we did home inseminations for almost 2 years, and moved on to IUI with injectables (mini stim) because we weren't getting pregnant. We may try a few more home inseminations if this try fails, but our next major step will be rearranging our lives to be able to afford/try IVF. Don't ever be afraid to ask me questions I'd rather you ask then assume!
TTC #1 5/16/11 = BFP 14 DPI / TTC #2 11/16/12 = No O; 4/12/13= BFN; 6/9/13 = BFP!! (11 DPI) - MC 5wk5dys / TTC#3 3 BFN's and 4th try 10/21/13 = BFP!!!! (Squinter at 10dpi!)
As far as using the same donor, I say go with your gut and hard as it may be, try not to let the m/c cloud your thinking. Like OSS, many women sadly have miscarriages, then go on to deliver healthy babies from the same partner. For instance, I know my mom had four m/c between my oldest sister and my next oldest. Also, you know that your m/c was not a result of the donor or you, so while it's still very sad, I don't see any reason why you shouldn't try again with his goods. I think do what speaks to you. It's a good sign you feel confident in your choice. I can say that if I were in your shoes that is likely what I would choose, too.
I will be praying and hoping with all my might that this cycle is your sticky BFP that brings you your long awaited baby!