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[quote=Anonymous]I am really sorry. It’s such a big step to move to IVF and very easy to think that it will work on the first try, and sadly for so many couples it just does not. I was one of those so I get it.

I would definitely continue IVF. I would absolutely not revert to IUI. That’s like a step back to something that’s not as effective and likely to be a waste of time and money and emotional expense.

I did two egg retrieval cycles and three transfers (two FETs after my first IVF cycle and then a fresh transfer after my second egg retrieval). I had success with the fresh, conceiving at age 38 (unexplained infertility).

One thing I kept in mind is that for many women and couples, IVF is a numbers game. The percentage chance of success will continue to go up with each round, generally up to the third round when it levels off. Our doctor did not assign an actual percentage chance of it working for us, but thought we had good ads and we’re good candidates. When my first two transfers failed and I realized I would have to go through another full egg retrieval and subsequent transfers, I was really low and upset, but I also felt optimistic that I was just on the wrong side of the success percentage. If that makes any sense… Where you’re at, talk to your doctor about protocol, talk to your partner if you have one, regroup and go from there. Good luck! This stuff is so hard. Big virtual hug to you! [/quote]

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