Transfer was today (Thursday 8/20)! It went well. It was basically the same as the first time, only with less people in the room (no students or residents observing today- yay)! We transferred 2 8-cell embryos, both rated good, with one “almost” qualifying for an excellent rating! We also had 2 other 8-cells, one good (but not as good as the first two), and one fair. They will incubate them for 2 more days to see if they develop into a blastocyst, at which point they are eligible for cryopreservation! I am in awe of how well the embryos did this time in comparison to last! And take a look at the great result of last time in my new header (thanks for the compliments, by the way)! Last time on the day of transfer we had one 7-cell rated good, 2 4-cells rated fair, and 2 4-cells rated poor. We transferred the first 3 and the other 2 didn’t make it to freezing. So, things are looking good! We will find out if it worked in a couple weeks.
August 20, 2009
August 21, 2009 at 12:27 pm
Yes, I’d say you had a pretty good result last time.
Good luck with this whole process. It is so interesting and thanks to your good descriptions, really educational! It’s really cool that you are putting yourself out there to tell the world about your experience. I love science.
August 21, 2009 at 3:43 pm
Yay!! I’m thinking of you lots now! I can’t wait to hear (more) good news
August 22, 2009 at 9:28 am
Awesome.
And now the countdown begins…when is the test?
August 22, 2009 at 9:37 am
love the header. Ben is adorable. good luck, the process is exciting.
September 1, 2009 at 9:25 pm
Gooooooo Mama and Daddy!!! Goooooo Embryo’s!!! We’ll be thinking of you! Positive vibes coming your way!
September 5, 2009 at 10:31 pm
I hope everything works out just perfectly! You deserve another sweetheart just like your little Ben.