I met with the perinatologist yesterday and told our story yet again. This was the first time I met with this doctor and I really liked him. My appointment was at four so they took me back to the room about 3:50 – as I was nervously waiting for the doctor my hubby walked in. I was very surprised because I thought he couldn’t get out of work. It was reassuring having him by my side. We talked to the doctor for 45 minutes and his suggestion was to see if we can do the PSD testing on our frozen blasts. He believes there was a chromosomal issue with Gavin and/or the placenta that caused the bleed and all the other issues. I regret not having the hospital do all the testing after Gavin was born. It would be nice to have some answers. I am going to the RE next week for a sono-mock to get the “all clear” on my uterus. At that time I will see if they can do the PSD testing on frozen blasts. I have read that the testing us usually done at the 3 day 8-cell stage. If they can do the testing I guess they will have to thaw the embryos then remove a few cells and refreeze while we wait for the test results. This process doesn’t sound cheap or easy.
The perinatologist also recommended waiting at least 9 to 12 months before starting back up. I understand the reasoning behind the long wait time but I am going to proceed in December. That will give my body 7 months to heal…I don’t think my heart and mind can wait any longer than that. I guess it might be a moot point if they test my four frozen blasts and none of them are normal. Then it wouldn’t really matter anyways. There are just too many unknowns at this point so I will just quietly wait until my next doctor’s appointment like a good little infertile.
I am getting excited for out NYC trip. I can’t believe we leave in just three weeks. I guess I have some clothes shopping to do this weekend!
Have a great trip to NYC! Sounds like a lot of fun!
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked the new dr. and hope your appt. next week goes well.
ReplyDeleteHave a great trip!
So glad DH could attend the appointment with you. I just wanted to put in my 2 cents - the technology exists to test blasts (versus Day 3), and even thaw and refreeze (or even better - vitrify) them. I did this with one of my blasts, and although I haven't transferred that blast back, it survived the process well. I did this at CCRM, they have a great lab. And I shipped that blast to them from another clinic. Just so you know that is an option.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful NYC trip - fall is such a great time there!
NYC sounds like a perfect get away weekend.
ReplyDeleteThinking about you while you wait.
Glad hubs came and the meeting with the new doc was good. A good apt. is always a good sign. I've had far to many bad ones, that's for sure! Enjoy shopping for NYC! Have a good weekend!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip :) Thinking of you :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you can get the testing done and proceed with a cycle in December. I'm glad you are going to cycle when you are ready and not when the dr thinks you are.
ReplyDeleteSuper excited to meet you next week!
I hope you can get this all squared away for a December transfer. I don't think docs understand how long a few months feels sometimes.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that the perinatologist meeting went well! It's always easier to have some support at when dealing with new people. Here's to a December FET, assuming you get the ok to test your frozen blasts!
ReplyDeleteFall in NYC...I'm so jealous! I was there in the spring one year and it was so totally awesome! I'm glad your appointment seemed to go well. I wish you all the best.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the trip :)
ReplyDeleteGlad the appointment is done and over with, and I hope you get some answers. Have you been checked for clotting disorders? Just wondering, I think it'd be a good idea if they're concerned there was a placental issue.
So glad to hear your appointment with the new doc went well! It sucks to have to wait until December, but that sounds like a very good plan. Enjoy NYC!
ReplyDeleteHave a fab time in NYC. I've always wanted to go, but never been!
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