Does pineapple help with implantation?

[oneday86]

HI again girls, i will be trying out the pineapple core, iv heard its not that nice to eat but who cares what ever might help im willing to try im a bit scared about acupuncture just because iv never tried it before and apart of my silly side always wonders what if it does damage? just me being silly. But i neeeeed this last frozen embryo to work otherwise i will be totally crushed and am so scared of the thought of everything that comes with another STIM cycle, i just never thought i might have to consider going there again for our 1st baby! stupid me thought we would definetly get a baby out of 4 embryo's. My transfer will most prob be august the 13th/14th (next fri or sat), so should i have acupuncture early next week then again on transfer day? xx

[jaskie]

The timing of the acupuncture is quite important. You are right in that you will need 2 sessions, one directly before and one after. I had mine the morning of the transfer, I think it was about 2 hours prior and the second session was early the next morning. I think both sessions need to be within the 24hour period either side of the transfer. Not quite sure on that as it was a while ago. Do you have an acupuncturist who specialises in fertility? It might be worth having a chat to them and letting them know you are feeling a little apprehensive and discuss your concerns before you have the session, that way you will be more relaxed during the session.

I hope all goes well for you

[oneday86]

Thanks jaskie the one i was going to that got recomended is away next week so i need to find another one now! just been looking through the yellow pages. will let u know how i go, thanks for your help x

[tippytoes]

Hi Oneday,
Hope you don't mind me popping in here. Just wanted to add that I am a massive believer in the power of acupuncture! I had it with my last cycle (two months leading into cycle, plus 1 one egg pick up day, and 2 on transfer day) and we have a baby boy now. I will be starting again next week as we are trying for #2 - by ourselves for a bit. If no luck back for our frosties in Jan next year. Also, it has an amazing calming affect for me. I was worried about the needles too at first but trust me it doesn't hurt. I could feel htem, but it didn't hurt. Wishing you a great cycle and a !
Rach x

[buliej]

Eat the whole pineapple - not just the core. Although the core is the important part, it tastes better when eating it with the softer flesh...and by the way, I've heard this too and did it...and am pregnant although who knows if the pineapple had anything to do with it. For that matter, I also did acupuncture before and after transfer. I would have stood on my head had someone told me it helps.

[oneday86]

Thanks ladies, Bulief i agree im up for anything at the moment!! Yes im hoping acupuncture will not just help me concieve but also with stress and emotions. The lady iv decided to see had made me feel alot better about it so im looking forward to trying something different thanks so much. Goodluck tippytoes, hopefully you fall naturally, iv heard many stories of that happening after an IVF baby. Best wishes xo

[Princess_Fiona_01]

Hi there Oneday86.

I have a DS from a FET and am a big believer in DTD the night berfore transfer. The one and only time we did, I fell pregnant! SOmething abut the extra 'fluids'helping the emby stick we think.

Good luck owth your FET.

Cheers.. Fi