I'm a 37yo first-time IVF-er with Stage 3 endometriosis and DOR. My AFC was 5, AMH 0.65, and went on the max 450iu menopur for ER, resulting in 2 mature eggs, both of which were fertilised and frozen on Day 3.
We transferred our 8-cell earlier this month, and shortly after, I had the worst stomach flu ever on cruise. The cruise doctor was mad at me for risking the transfer, I had high fever, shivering under three thick blankets and with two hot water bottles by my side. I thought it was a lost cause and when I got back to the IVF clinic, we discussed the transfer of our last 6-cell embryo before our beta.
Lo and behold, our little trooper made it. I'm 6 weeks 3 days and we had our first scan today. Heart beat 121, measuring 0.49cm.
The entire process has been incredibly difficult. We were always advised not to have our hopes up and our cautious doctor finally told us to let ourselves feel the happiness for a bit because our numbers are good. The nurses at the IVF clinic were super happy for us as well to graduate the clinic.
We look forward to welcoming the little bean earth side on Christmas Day (or earlier!)
To Singaporeans who are researching on IVF, I did it with SGH Care Clinic and I highly recommend it because the nurses are simply the best and most supportive.
Happy to answer any questions. I hope my sharing gives you all IVF warriors a little bit of hope and positivity!