Eggcellent Mom Chronicles

As the leaves began to change color and crisp autumn air filled the mornings, a shift also occurred in my fertility journey. While the previous season brought disappointment and uncertainty, a new sense of hope is emerging. We’ve transitioned from spooky season to holiday season, and so has my fertility journey.

I was spooked by the failed transfer, so I opted for an elective uterine biopsy. The results revealed elevated levels of three different bacteria, which could have contributed to the failed transfer. I’m grateful for modern medicine and the ability to identify and address these underlying issues. All that I needed was a course of antibiotics to prepare for my next and last embryo.

In true Renee fashion, it was not as simple as a course of antibiotics. To add to the excitement (and a bit of drama), I recently discovered I am allergic to a type of antibiotic during a school overnight field trip. It’s tough to put on a brave face for my students when you are itchy and swollen. Luckily, I carried the first aid backpack and did not need the Epi-Pens. While it was a challenging, albeit hilarious experience, I’m thankful for the timely diagnosis and treatment.

As we approach Thanksgiving, I’m filled with gratitude for my dedicated doctor. Earlier today, I completed a “dress rehearsal” for my upcoming embryo transfer in December. This involved preparing my body, testing equipment, and using ultrasound to confirm the placement of the embryo. We also reviewed the results of my recent surgery and biopsy. With this knowledge, I feel more hopeful and confident about transferring my last embryo.

I’ve already started the next round of injections and filled my prescribed hormone medications to begin in a few days. At the end of the week, I’ll undergo a set of labs to prepare for the December transfer. 

Instead of mostly carrying the pain of losses and learning to expect the unexpected, this season I now have space for a renewed sense of hope and optimism. I’m embracing this positive energy and praying for a positive pregnancy test later in December. 

In this season of gratitude, I have been very fortunate to receive so much support. If you’re so obliged, please consider donating to my GoFundMe.