Update:

The retrieval was much more intense then I thought and I wish I went in with more realistic expectations. My RE predicted I’d have 8-10 eggs, but when I woke up after the retrieval, the anesthesiologist told me I only ended up with 6. I was immediately devastated and started crying. My RE explained that I did had 8 follicles, but one was a 27mm cyst and the other follicle didn’t have an egg. Then the pain from the procedure set in which made me cry more. Thankfully they gave me more meds through the IV, and my doctor wrote me a prescription, but overall I was in a lot of pain physically and emotionally that whole day.

My RE called the next day and told me 4 out of the 6 eggs fertilized and he will call me on Day 5 with another update.

I feel a bit better knowing I have 4 fertilized embryos, but I can’t help but think I may need to do another retrieval. I’m 38 years old and I know statistically 50% of my eggs may be abnormal.

This is already such a roller coaster, but I tell myself that I am strong and I can handle the ups and downs because the end goal is worth it.

I’d appreciate any advice or prayers is willing to give! Thank you for the support!

Previous post on 10/22:

My retrieval is scheduled for 10:00 am tomorrow. Anyone one else with me?

I just found out I can’t eat anything from midnight until after the retrieval. I’m a bit nervous about this as I get a dizzy when I don’t have breakfast. I know I can tough it out though!

I’m praying for a smooth retrieval and a good number of happy heathy eggs! 🥚💕🥚🤞🏻🥚❤️🥚🙏🏻🥚🤞🏻🥚❤️🥚🙏🏻🥚💕🥚