tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post1662460869284807660..comments2024-03-13T11:52:49.397-07:00Comments on Infertile in the City: 6 weeks 2 days - Ultrasound Reportnewbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02779719410948226318noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-37104830562157163932012-03-19T18:35:15.821-07:002012-03-19T18:35:15.821-07:00congrats!
Checkout My blog and Giveaway! For a ch...congrats!<br /><br />Checkout My blog and Giveaway! For a chance to win make-up goodies including a mac vivaglam nicki <3<br />*U.S. Only*<br /><br /><a href="http://lovelyxobsessions.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://lovelyxobsessions.blogspot.com/</a><br /><a href="http://lovelyxobsessions.blogspot.com/2012/03/giveaway-only-little-obsession.html" rel="nofollow"> only a little obsession giveaway</a>lovelyxobsessionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14111086889411760819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-22989805528747205732012-03-19T11:33:11.748-07:002012-03-19T11:33:11.748-07:00I'm so late at this and by now you probably ar...I'm so late at this and by now you probably are about to head to your next ultrasound. I am so happy about 1 heartbeat and a little sad too about Twin B :( I was very excited as you know about the idea of twins. Anyway, who knows? You may have a surprise this next time. Regardless, congratulations on being super pregnant :-)!!! xoxokharinihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06760406074795967083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-47173031702594445472012-03-18T14:38:13.456-07:002012-03-18T14:38:13.456-07:00So Glad that one has made it! Sorry it wasn't...So Glad that one has made it! Sorry it wasn't two.Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06316511791499949824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-3567362754684818412012-03-17T10:05:05.556-07:002012-03-17T10:05:05.556-07:00Bummed to hear about twin B...but I'd be like ...Bummed to hear about twin B...but I'd be like you...looking on the positive that you don't have the additional risk. Sending prayers that twin A stays with you! In regards to your records, I's say give it to them...in the end the clinic is trying to learn more to help people like us get pregnant. The net result of the clinic learning something from your file may mean that an infertile couple is blessed with a baby.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15618582629255154021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-17252807052417109942012-03-16T12:53:32.613-07:002012-03-16T12:53:32.613-07:00i'm still holding out for twin B. maybe he/she...i'm still holding out for twin B. maybe he/she is just shy? but most of all glad Twin A looks so great and has a strong heart beat. rooting for you. Thinking of you. wishing you the very best : )<br /><br />moMohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01671855540466269330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-60637009974198953492012-03-16T07:56:47.444-07:002012-03-16T07:56:47.444-07:00I'm so glad that you were able to hear the hea...I'm so glad that you were able to hear the heartbeat. I understand the mixed feelings, but remember that there's one little guy (or girl?) in there who's a fighter and is definitely going to make it and he/she needs lots and lots of love!<br /><br />I agree with the other folks, I probably wouldn't hand over anything written, but I'd verbally tell them about my protocol and explain that more detailed info can be found doing an online search. Although, I think CC.RM's protocols are definitely a factor in their high success, I actually think a huge part is also their lab.Soozhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16180558301820706509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-84869518298262504402012-03-15T15:16:49.833-07:002012-03-15T15:16:49.833-07:00Hearing a heartbeat must be wonderful. I understan...Hearing a heartbeat must be wonderful. I understand your mixed feelings about the B, but concentrate on your little one.<br /><br />I would be inclined to hand over the protocol, by doing so you may help someone else some way down the line.Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07336643483655255680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-12024443226034090322012-03-14T20:14:53.951-07:002012-03-14T20:14:53.951-07:00I am sure you are feeling that bitter sweet feelin...I am sure you are feeling that bitter sweet feeling, I am very happy you were able to see and hear at least 1 heart beat. Hope all goes well with the next ultrasound! I shared a lot of info regarding my success at CCRM with my local RE, I figured why not, if I can help someone else get pregnant why not. I didn't actually give them my records but I did share my protocols verbally with them.justagirl-Kristahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09074086694446760413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-8262161370919195222012-03-14T20:12:12.091-07:002012-03-14T20:12:12.091-07:00Congrats on your pregnancy!! Though, I am very so...Congrats on your pregnancy!! Though, I am very sorry to hear about the 2nd sac.<br /><br />In regards to your ethical question, I would actually send my file without question (and i did as i was a ccrm patient) and here's why: this is medicine. The one thing that has bugged me about CCRM is the "secret" to everything and the insanely high fees (including the 800 dollar nursing fee which insurance would never cover). I bring this up because it is the same reason I feel the way I do about the medical records. This is healthcare and ethically and for the greater good, information should be shared so that this patient population as a whole could benefit. I actually think a clinic wanting to withold is unethical. My opinion might be different other areas, but simply for the reason that this is medicine/healthcare do I feel so strongly. I realize others may disagree with me, but this is mine and my husband's opinion from the perspective of 2 people who work in medicine.<br /><br />Anyhow, go with whatever you feel comfortable with and congrats again!!CJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12645044491838387015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-42285495754736737492012-03-14T19:14:52.084-07:002012-03-14T19:14:52.084-07:00I'm glad Twin A is doing great and sorry to he...I'm glad Twin A is doing great and sorry to hear that Twin B likely didn't make it. I can imagine that would be bittersweet. Regarding the records thing...I don't know. I openly told my old RE about my CC.RM protocol because I figured she was still part of my medical team. She is still doing my preliminary ultrasounds and stuff and I know that she has our best interest at heart - I honestly didn't think twice about it. Not sure that I would go so far as to get my records sent to her but we did talk about the protocol.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04967951792506945537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-58699222923669396912012-03-14T18:41:17.064-07:002012-03-14T18:41:17.064-07:00That u/s looks like mine. My twin b never did dev...That u/s looks like mine. My twin b never did develop, but I am currently 39 weeks. RE told me this is very common as yhe healthier one dominates, though I was sad. I am now thankful that my baby A had the healthiest environment my body could provide. <br /><br />I wish u a healthy 9 months.Cyndihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09826539364198173345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-2930137248523557002012-03-14T18:39:07.536-07:002012-03-14T18:39:07.536-07:00Oh, Newbie, I am so happy to hear that you have on...Oh, Newbie, I am so happy to hear that you have one embryo with a heartbeat! I am sorry to hear about twin b- do you think that was what all the bleeding was about? 2 friends of mine who did IVF had a vanishing twin, so I think it is quite common. Even though it's sad, it might mean that you will have a less risky pregnancy with this little thriving bean. Regarding the records, I think it's up to you. I can understand your reservations after she told you go to donor eggs, but it sounds like she genuinely wants to learn how to improve her practice, so using your records as a case study, she might not be so quick to suggest donor eggs and help someone else like you. Hope you can get the measurements - it's always something!Frankie Beehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03016774250490340149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-505118834271089632012-03-14T18:35:20.719-07:002012-03-14T18:35:20.719-07:00Sorry about Twin B...but wowza...that's a GREA...Sorry about Twin B...but wowza...that's a GREAT hb rate for Twin A!! I'd ask your nurse what she thinks...can't hurt!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-27878427122672088522012-03-14T17:45:03.761-07:002012-03-14T17:45:03.761-07:00So so glad to hear about twin a. I'm also sorr...So so glad to hear about twin a. I'm also sorry to hear about twin b. That must be a crazy mix of emotions for you. I think it would be normal to be scared for twin a, however, try to trust that it will be ok. Twin a is strong and has made it this far. <br /><br />I would also simply ask about giving your file to the local RE. That way you are not undermining them or destroying any confidence.<br /><br />I can't wait to hear about what you see next week.Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07479404561665342989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-44138324187012755082012-03-14T17:33:41.054-07:002012-03-14T17:33:41.054-07:00Oops, didn't mean to leave you hanging - Glad ...Oops, didn't mean to leave you hanging - Glad to hear everything is going well. I'm sure that's what I was going to say ; )<br /><br />Oh, and one more thing about your records, I think each doctor needs to know the WHY, not just the WHAT. A little knowledge can sometimes be hurtful. I unfortunately had that experience with my first RE. I would hope your RE would be smarter though :0Libbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06957887707439694944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-67420113694619108902012-03-14T17:28:06.053-07:002012-03-14T17:28:06.053-07:00Congratulations Newbie!! I am sorry... I can only...Congratulations Newbie!! I am sorry... I can only imagine how bittersweet the feelings are given Twin B... but focusing on a healthy Twin A is a good focus for you right now! Thanks for reporting in on your results!!BBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14837140513071674102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-36493914793207894342012-03-14T17:22:24.638-07:002012-03-14T17:22:24.638-07:00I am pro passing on the records, but mostly I'...I am pro passing on the records, but mostly I'm delighted to see that you've got one viable embryo going strong!<br /><br />I understand that losing one twin makes the thought of losing the other more real, but try and focus on the fact that twin B's loss actually gives Twin A a better chance of survival. Hang in there for next week, and good luck!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17636810253795766740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-74464427768848538632012-03-14T17:00:25.412-07:002012-03-14T17:00:25.412-07:00So happy for you! I'm sorry to hear about Bab...So happy for you! I'm sorry to hear about Baby B but so excited for Baby A! I agree with the ladies above and honestly if it were me I would definitely give the RE my medical records because as Chon says she's genuinely interested for her own knowledge, THAT'S A GOOD DR! One that accepts they gave you bad advice and wants more information about how you were helped and thus what she might be able to do in the future for other patients, I think ALL Dr.'s should be so willing to admit they were wrong and want to learn more about their field!Jesicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15320801593860983896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-2465192561201651932012-03-14T16:57:16.522-07:002012-03-14T16:57:16.522-07:00I'm so excited for you! I just love it when o...I'm so excited for you! I just love it when one of us finds success after being told that DE is our ONLY hope! I'm sorry about twin B, and it's understandable that you would have mixed emotions. And who knows, maybe it is just behind.<br /><br />I agree with Chon that I would ask C CRM about handing over your records. Call it selfish or whatever, but she's the one who could have caused you to lose all hope. I also really don't see why your she needs to know more about your embryos just to do a couple of u/s for you. You'll be going to an OB soon anyway :) <br /><br />Glad toLibbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06957887707439694944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-61296905155144878422012-03-14T16:52:45.082-07:002012-03-14T16:52:45.082-07:00Happy to hear that Baby A is doing fantastically. ...Happy to hear that Baby A is doing fantastically. Sorry about Baby B. I can understand you feeling worried, but try and take it easy and think good thoughts. Reg the CC.RM I agree with post above. You should check with them first or better still give her your Dr's number and she can reach out to him herself. Again that Baby A is doing well.Sunflowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12666376683383060063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2461131293578518418.post-15460007806361720042012-03-14T16:09:00.862-07:002012-03-14T16:09:00.862-07:00Did you hear that? That was me breathing a huge si...Did you hear that? That was me breathing a huge sigh of relief.<br /><br />I must admit when you wrote about your bleeding last week my first thought was that one of the twins might not have made it. I didn't want to say anything though.<br /><br />It's not idea, no one likes the thought of losing anything but Twin A is clearly a strong little bugger. 112 is a great normal AVERAGE heartbeat which is exactly what you want.<br /><br />As to passing on records, I don't know. She told you to try donor eggs. Isn't it her responsibility to educate herself? C.CRM clearly have more aggressive treatments and are willing to be innovative and a lot of FS / RE still continue to go along the boring old protocol which clearly doesn't work for everyone.<br /><br />I think you should ask C.CRM for their advice. If they feel strongly about it then you can decline with a clear conscience, if they dont't mind then it is up to you.<br /><br />I just know that with my old FS I literally begged him to test me for NK cells and he dismissed it completely. It's not that I hate him - such a strong word - but I am so utterly disappointed in his unwillingness to explore other options.<br /><br />Anyway that's my take. I am PUMPED for you. <br /><br />yeah!!!!!!Chonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11078580707826544482noreply@blogger.com