I'd appreciate some advice/opinions please...

[MummaSue]

Hey Emma,

I think that as long as you can properly take a break, then go for it. Maybe a good trip overseas is something that will help you guys do that?
DH and I went to the States in August last year because we knew that we were going to be getting into fertility treatments. It was the best holiday ever and we pore over the photos a lot. It was our last holiday just the two of us and we had the best time.

But what I honestly think is, unless you book your holiday now, how about wait and see how you feel before the end of the year is up, say October/November time? You might just feel that a few months without a "plan" is just what the Dr ordered.

I truly hope that you come to a decision that you are happy with.
Big hugs
Sue xxxx

[Possums]

Thanks ladies for your insights.

I think we are going to start saving, with the idea of delaying IVF, but we won't lock in any firm plans until toward the end of the year, so we can also see how we feel then, and of course, whether or not I am pregnant by then, which would be wonderful.

DH and I already feel a bit lighter and less pressured. DH more than me I think, I still feel some anxiety about the best path to take, but nothing is set in stone yet, and I still have hope that we will get pregnant all on our own in coming months.

to all of you

[Cuddlepie]

Hey Possums, might be a bit late for advice but I will throw in my two cents...if I were you that is with your age and your histroy, I wouldn't stress over a few months. I know you might feel 'you are losing precious time' hence the pressure of get going but the truth is, there won't make huge difference on your reporductive system in the matter of a few months, but a break with an overseas holiday can do world of good.

Sounds like you and DH are really keen to have a break from this but only due to the 'clock is ticking' feeling responsible of keep going. Well, don't. Go and enjoy yourself and don't even think about it, have an overseas holiday and make the most of it. I still think you have a great chance of having a natural conception, the reason for your past m/c is now being addressed, so that also adding the chance of a complete success. Even if it didn't happen, then you will be in a much better mindset to get onto the IVF train when you are ready.

All the best hun and you totally deserve a nice break!