For the first time in forever....sorry I cannot stop making Frozen references...EVERYTHING went perfectly and correctly. Our first Frozen Embryo Transfer went wonderfully and I couldn't be more thankful.
The lab called me at 8 am while I was on my way to the office in Carmel to give me the update on our embryo. I was pretty nervous for this call, but kept telling myself it was out of my control and it would all work out. I was elated to learn that our embryo survived the thaw and looked okay--it was still in the collapsed stage and they were hoping it would expand to where it needed to be before the procedure. I was just happy to hear it had thawed okay and that I would get a chance to see if this could work for us.
Once we got to Midwest Fertility, it was the same procedure as last time (the fresh transfer in July). They took me to a surgical waiting room and instructed me to take my Valium when it was time. Since Thomas is currently in Fire Recruit Class (YAY! Answered prayers right there!), my momma accompanied me for this procedure.
As always, my doctor came in to see me before the procedure. We needed to document our journey (hopefully for a future baby book!), and since Thomas wasn't able to be there, Dr. Will helped me out. This man is one of my favorites because of everything he has helped me through. We have been together now for over 3 years. He has been with me through three surgeries; multiple months of trying treatments, medicines, etc. for endometriosis when nothing was working; many phone calls and office consultations filled with worry, sadness, and fear; eight months of fertility treatments; and so much more. In these three years, he has done everything he can for Thomas and I. He has comforted us, encouraged us, and listened to us. I am convinced that I could not have a better doctor, and I am so blessed for having a doctor that truly cares for my well-being and supports Thomas and I wholeheartedly. He's a blessing straight from God to our family.
Once they took me back, they told me that our embryo had expanded perfectly since the thaw and that it was full of healthy cells. YAY! Best news ever. They began the procedure which takes about ten minutes. I was so relaxed for this one since I knew what to expect and had received such wonderful news, so I am hoping that helps in the long run as well. They gave me the picture of our precious little embryo and it looked perfect!
Here's a comparison from last month's fresh transfer embryo to our frozen embryo...you can see how much more defined and developed our frozen embryo is:
Even if we receive another negative from this effort, I am still so thankful for the hope and encouragement that I received from this cycle. It gives me hope that this treatment will eventually work. I was so thankful to have a day without bad news...as it seems most of our journey with treatment has had pros and cons each and every appointment/procedure. As for now, I am taking it easy, laying flat, and letting my cats cuddle me to keep the little embryo warm and safe in there. And I will be praying hard.
Thanks for the prayers leading up to this transfer. Please continue the prayers for our little embryo to grow strong and healthy!
Abby & Thomas
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