u/Big-Celebration8482

I had my 2nd ER yesterday. Was in a lot of pain all evening and still recovering today. I got the call from the clinic this morning saying we had 12 eggs collected, 6 mature, and only 3 fertilised. I felt sick.. 3 feels like so little. I know they don't all make it to day 5 and I am so scared I will have nothing left and all of this has just been a great big waste of time and energy.

I can't stop crying. I don't know why. I have been so strong through all of this, even from my last failed ET last year. But I am so tired now. And losing hope...

Hi all, 30 F here (UK). I am on my second round of IVF. First round back in October 2025 was unsuccessful, so praying this one goes better!

I'm also currently working full time Mon-Fri 9-5, and studying towards my chartered accounting qualification, with my FINAL exam in just a few weeks!

I'm currently just a few days away from egg retrieval (scheduled for Wed or Thurs this coming week). And man, I am so exhausted. I did not feel this tired in my first round. I am on different meds this time, menopur (was on ovaleap last time), so not sure if that has anything to do with it.

And of course on top of that, final few days leading to the ER, and my ovaries are starting to make themselves be known!! Feeling fuller everyday, and quite crampy.

The tiredness its absolutely killing my study time, especially on the weekends. I sit at my desk ready to get stuck in, and my brain just can't seem to switch on!!

I have cut out the coffee, and normally during the last few weeks leading to an exam I would rely on energy drinks for a boost, but of course they're out of the question.

Any advice on how to safely boost my energy is much appreciated <3. I'm so scared of doing/taking something wrong and it effecting my chances of a successful round.

Thanks in advance x