Kar,

compacting is what the embryo does between being an 8 cell and becoming a blastocyst, so it's slightly more advanced than an 8 cell, which is excellent!

Also, yes, I'm getting close now :shock: but SuziQ or Tam should let you guys know if I'm going to be away!

love
sushee

Edited to add: Leis, all info updated, my sweet, both here and in the LTTTC forum!