WANTED: anything & everything to aid FET implantation!

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February 24th, 2011, 05:46 PM
Where there's hope

WANTED: anything & everything to aid FET implantation!
Well I am up to my last frozen embryo:pray: and I don't want to blow this chance. I know most of it will be in the hands of the Gods, but has anyone got any suggestions to aid with implantation? My list so far consists of:
- Accupuncture
- Pineapple core (though this can also cause contractions in the uterus)
- Strawberries
- DTD the night before
- Feeding the belly only warm or room temperature foods (an Eastern concept)
- plus no caffeine, alcohol.
Can anyone add to my shopping list? Looking forward to your suggestions!

Thanks, WTH ;)
February 24th, 2011, 05:58 PM
ladybirdflies

Nothing to add to your shopping list. Just wanted to add to your trust in the hands of God. May it be 'Thy' will, that another little soul shares a journey with you and your family!
February 24th, 2011, 05:58 PM
Lily Dust

Not to add to the shopping list but no perfume or strong deodorant (if you use strong smelling ones) Our clinic actually recommended this as the blastocyst isnt naturally in an outside environment it can be very sensitive to the chemicals or whatever is in them. Just thought Id throw it in incase you hadnt heard it before. Wishing you the best of luck :hug:
February 24th, 2011, 07:38 PM
Bengal

WTH - Hi Hun, we haven't spoken for ages. I hope your transfer goes very well.

Make sure you see your own accupuncturist, with regard to the keeping your uterus warm suggestion

I was adding cinimum ( I can never spell that) to warm my uterus, in a shake derived from hours of internet research.

I went to see an acu, and she said I was TOO warm, and I needed to stop all the warming and concentrate on cooling

Just a thought sweets
February 24th, 2011, 07:43 PM
Hollybolly

Royal Jelly :)

Start it asap and use it until you know the outcome. I swear by it & believe it was the reason our last cycle was the one that worked.. search it here on BB and my thread I started on it in 2009 should come up ;)

Good Luck! :D
February 24th, 2011, 08:56 PM
onthefly

Good luck for your transfer!
February 25th, 2011, 11:09 AM
Where there's hope

Ladybirdflies and MadB - thank you for your good thoughts and well wishes

Lilydust - interesting point about the fragrances. I use an aluminium-free deodorant, but did wear perfume during this (BFN) month. I wonder if hand sanitisers are also a no-go?

Hollybolly - I'm with you on the power of Royal Jelly. I used it (along with DHEA) on the IVF cycle I conceived DS, which is the same cycle where this frostie has come from. But I do wonder if it would still be helpful after transfer?

Bengal - good to "see" you again xx. I had to visit your profile because I didn't realise you had a name change LOL
February 25th, 2011, 11:31 AM
Lily Dust

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I wonder if hand sanitisers are also a no-go?

Any strong smelling lotions/ potions etc as I recall and I imagine that would include hand sanitiser as it can be somewhat overpowering :) we were advised not to be worn for both collection and transfers, but I guess it didnt really help us so who knows how scientific it is :lol:
Best of luck, hun :hug:
February 25th, 2011, 11:34 AM
Where there's hope

It just occured to me that I did not tell the Dr who did my tranfer (not my normal FS) that I had had a CS with DS. Would there be scar tissue there that might affect implantation??????
February 25th, 2011, 11:38 AM
nothing2lose

Hi WTH

I too have had a c-section and have wondered the same thing...

Subbing for answers!!!

n2l
February 25th, 2011, 11:43 AM
onthefly

I dont' know that they can be that precise about it anyway. not sure.
Try not to worry. I'm sure there are lots of sucessful transfers after c/s.
February 25th, 2011, 11:50 AM
nothing2lose

I am sure you're right Mad B. After all, I guess it's no different than getting pg naturally after a C/S.

If only they would use tarzan's grip! I wonder if I offer them an extra $2.99 for a tube they would consider it??

n2l
February 25th, 2011, 11:51 AM
Miss.B

It's me again! lol

I have heard that the scar tissue can have an effect on implantation, IVF or natural conception. It's pretty much up to the embie where it attaches.

Now, for my tips...

1) DTD the night before
2) Take off the pressure of the 'outcome' as much as possible
3) Very important. Watch as many hilarious movies as possible during the 2WW (I've just remembered that one :)) I think when you're laughing your head off, you are not thinking 24/7 about what might be happening in the oven and the time passes quicker.

GL sweets.

B xoxoxo
February 25th, 2011, 07:59 PM
blossom73

Hollybolly how long did u take royal jelly for? I have just
had transfer have been taking it for months and am having
teaspoon morn and night?
Just curious to see how much others where told to take?
February 25th, 2011, 08:07 PM
nothing2lose

Blossom,
I was just talking to dp about the same thing. I just had my second jab tonight. I know I should have been taking royal jelly, etc for three months prior to a cycle but would it help at all if I took it from tomorrow?
February 25th, 2011, 10:33 PM
Hollybolly

I took it up until I knew the result - it is said to help aid with implantation, so definately take it during transfer etc. I was only having the teaspoon once a day in the morning - but DH was taking the tablets as well ;)

As far as scar tissue and a c/section goes... I'm one from experience to prove it works :) I have the worst scar tissue not only from my c/s but also from numerous surgeries since I was 9yrs old.... My bubba is here and proof you can do it :D
February 26th, 2011, 04:54 AM
Where there's hope

LOVIN' THIS THREAD!

Thanks MissB and MadB.

I did not know Royal Jelly helped with implantation. I still have a massive half-full jar of capsules in the cupboard (which cost way over $100), but it has passed its expiry date. I wonder if this sort of thing goes off or if I need to buy another jar?

HollyBolly - that is very reassuring to read that the CS scar did not prevent implantation. Thanx :-)
February 26th, 2011, 05:38 AM
Bengal

Girls - Remind me again where to buy the Royal Jelly - it's in Tasmania isnt it ? You can buy it online ?

One other thing ladies. You want your lining to be "plump", we just tried a new mock cycle trial protocol, that involves me taking Progynova - which worked, I had a lining of 11 mm

If your FS is not keen on the medication, ( I mentioned it for future use, for ladies with lining issues) a diet rich in leafy green vegies is very good to enhance blood supply, avoid carbonated soda's and have adequate amounts of Vitamin B6
February 26th, 2011, 07:33 PM
blossom73

hey n2l it cant hurt but make sure its fresh!!
x
February 27th, 2011, 09:07 AM
nothing2lose

Hi blossom

I couldnt get fresh yesterday so I have to make do with the capsules for now. I know they aren't as good but I guess they are better than nothing!

I also have an acupuncture session booked for Monday night (my first ever!)

hope you are well :)

n2l
February 27th, 2011, 09:59 AM
blossom73

hi n2l make sure that the accupuncturist is qualified with treating ivf as there is a certain protocol definately ask questions and make sure they know what they are doing... You can get fresh royal jelly from health food shops i get mine for my chinese accupuncture clinic is the city!
Acupuncture is great it doesnt hurt and gives you some time to relax and chill out x
February 27th, 2011, 10:18 AM
nothing2lose

Thanks for the advice Blossom

The clinic I am going to is called "The Acupuncture IVF Support Clinic" across the road from MIVF, so I assume they know what they are doing!! I hope so anyway!!!

I am going to try a health food shop in the city (Melbourne) tomorrow for Royal Jelly. FX I can get some.

Looking forward to relaxing after the acupuncture :)

n2l
February 27th, 2011, 08:06 PM
Hollybolly

If you can't get the fresh, don't stress too much - the capsules are fine :) DH took the capsules throughout our cycle as I knew he wouldn't stick with anything that tasted badly (which it does, lol) - and I needed him to take it ;)

I've had heaps of girlfriends who have done IVF since we tried it and have used only the capsules, not fresh.... and they have little bubbas now so I'm sure the capsules be fine :hug:
February 28th, 2011, 01:03 PM
Bex

LOVING this site; I am learning so much from all of you amazing ladies. It brings me comfort that I am not the only one who has these thoughts & questions in my head...

I am off to buy some Royal Jelly NOW & get in a good month before we start our next cycle.
Best of luck ladies
March 13th, 2011, 05:39 PM
Williever

Hi ladies
I am so upset that i didn't read this earlier i think FET will be this week. It's my first one so I have only been taking folic and blackmores conceive well. Didn't think about royal jelly! Damn! I may start the CoQ10 again. Apparently that helps with blood supply......hell I have no idea what I'm doing!

Thank you for this thread!!!
March 13th, 2011, 06:33 PM
Where there's hope

Well my last li'l frostie is now safe and snug aboard. Thanks to everyone for their ideas and support...xx
March 13th, 2011, 07:14 PM
Miss.B

Yay WTH!! Keeping everything crossed for you hun :crossfingers::crossfingers::crossfingers:

Williever, good luck to you too hun :crossfingers::crossfingers::crossfingers:

Bring on the BFPs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 13th, 2011, 07:55 PM
nothing2lose

Congrats WTH!!

Come and join us in the LTTTC Two Week Wait group.

I have two little embies on board at the moment :)

n2l
March 16th, 2011, 07:12 PM
Baby Dreamtime

Congrats WTH I hope this one brings you a BFP.

Just thought I would add another one to the list. I have read that daily female orgasm in the week lead up to transfer ensures good blood flow to the reproductive organs (can't post a grin from my iPhone) :) xx
March 18th, 2011, 06:02 AM
Where there's hope

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Congrats WTH I hope this one brings you a BFP.

Just thought I would add another one to the list. I have read that daily female orgasm in the week lead up to transfer ensures good blood flow to the reproductive organs (can't post a grin from my iPhone) :) xx

Well, all in the name of SCIENCE, Baby Dreamtime :D
March 18th, 2011, 11:50 AM
Bengal

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Well my last li'l frostie is now safe and snug aboard. Thanks to everyone for their ideas and support...xx

Best of luck my friend xx
March 29th, 2011, 03:06 PM
Where there's hope

I just wanted to pop back in here for anyone researching in the future...

I actually got a BFP this cycle (frozen transfer). I followed all the tips given here, apart from DTD the night before (a bit risky for us, however remote the possibility may be - our's is a PGD bubba). Given my MC history, I can't say at this stage if things are going to work out, but I can definitely say that implantation occured!

WTH ;)
March 29th, 2011, 03:23 PM
onthefly

Congratulations! Hope this is a sticky one for you
March 29th, 2011, 07:45 PM
Miss.B

Congratulations hun!! Wishing you a nice, smooth ride for the next 9 months or so! So very glad the embie has implanted and I'm willing it with all my might to continue to be a sticky one at that!

B xoxoxo
March 29th, 2011, 08:35 PM
buliej

That's fantastic - a good step in the right direction of a long journey!
March 30th, 2011, 01:10 PM
Where there's hope

:grouphug: Awwwwww, thanks MadB, Miss.B and Buliej - I'm so lucky to be in such good company here on BB. It is a long, potentially wonderful (and also anxious) journey ahead... One day at a time :bellyrubs:
WTH x
March 30th, 2011, 01:23 PM
Miss.B

That's right hun, one day at a time :)
March 30th, 2011, 06:16 PM
Bengal

Wonderful news - and your name says it all

"Where there's hope"

Look forward to following your milestones
April 8th, 2011, 09:26 PM
BOC

Hi Girls,

Stumbled in here & just wanted to send WTH a a sneaky little congrats and loads of :stickyvibesgirl: :stickyvibesboy:

Will subscribe to the thread to grab some tips for my next ET. Keen to get DH on to some royal jelly, will probably hold off it myself, I have an anaphyllactic allergy to bees and to honey so may not be such a good idea :rolleyes:

Very intersting RE the CS scar tissue though, I had a :bfn: on an antag cycle last Oct and I wonder if maybe that (and my elevated ANAs) had something to do with it...

Food for thought anyway, thanks lovelies!
April 9th, 2011, 07:21 AM
Where there's hope

:grouphug: Thanks BOC, Bengal and Miss. B.

Yes BOC - I do wonder about my CS scar - this bubba implanted VERY late - I wonder if it struggled snuggling in ?? I am super-glad I did accupuncture the day before transfer! Good luck with your next transfer, hun :goodluck: