Getting 6 euploids could potentially be adequate, but considering the unpredictability of IVF, 6 may not be sufficient. Personally, I obtained 9 euploids after one egg retrieval. My experience includes a successful live birth on the first transfer, a failed thaw on the second transfer resulting in the use of another embryo, failed implantation on the third transfer, and a successful implantation on the fourth transfer, resulting in my current 14-week pregnancy.
At the age of 30, there is still plenty of time to consider transfers, have children, and see how things progress before potentially needing another ER. Personally, I would suggest trying some transfers first to see how it goes. It is difficult to predict outcomes without trying. I underwent ER at the age of 35 with 13 eggs, resulting in 9 embryos and 4 euploid, with success in the first FET. My experience was unique as I was a slow responder.
In my real-life circle, I became the tenth person to have a successful first FET. Most others who have undergone a second FET achieved success in both attempts. My OB suggested that with all 4 embryos, I may end up having 4 children. It all comes down to what will happen with the remaining 3 embryos before making any decisions on additional transfers. Personally, I wasn’t comfortable banking more embryos without more information, considering the physical toll of multiple transfers.
While we may have plans on the number of children we desire before starting the process, circumstances can change during pregnancy and birth. It’s essential to be flexible with expectations. While I initially thought I wanted a large family, I am aware that reality may differ. Everyone’s experience is unique, and it is crucial to recognize that.
The clinic recommended testing 2 PGT-A per live birth for a 28-year-old female with well-controlled Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism. Personally, I would consider another retrieval if I wanted 4-5 children.
If you desire two to three euploids per live birth, it is recommended as a rule of thumb. If having a larger family is important to you, consider doing one more retrieval. That is personally what I would do.
Currently, at the age of 34, I have 4 euploids frozen and am aiming for 2 successful live births. I am currently undergoing my first FET cycle. If implantation is unsuccessful, I plan to undergo another egg retrieval in January to create more embryos.
Out of the 5 euploid embryos, only one successfully resulted in a baby, unfortunately the remaining 4 resulted in miscarriages.
I stored embryos without transferring them due to a decrease in my AMH levels. I am grateful that I completed all of my IVF stimulation cycles within a few months. If you are young, have insurance coverage, high euploid rates, and want a large family, I would recommend doing another round or two and freezing a sufficient number of embryos to feel satisfied.
I have implanted 3 euploid embryos but still do not have any living children.
Consider beginning cabergoline on the day of your trigger shot if you decide to undergo another egg retrieval to avoid OHSS. My doctor tends to prescribe it quite often, and I received it during my last retrieval when my estrogen levels were at 2300 and I only retrieved 6 eggs. Although some may argue it is used liberally, it can truly have a significant impact.
It is impossible to predict the success of euploid embryos as they can fail to implant or result in losses. The average is said to be 3 euploids per live birth, but this varies depending on the cause of infertility. We did not undergo PGT testing, so we are unsure if our embryos were euploid. Our first transfer is now 2 years old, and I am currently 22 weeks pregnant with our second transfer. If both embryos were euploid, then we have been successful two times out of two transfers.
We stored 12 untested embryos for our family of 4 kids at one fertility clinic visit despite my Hashimoto’s condition which does not affect my fertility as we are a lesbian couple using my wife’s eggs and my uterus. We currently have one living child, I am 14 weeks pregnant, and we have 9 more embryos in storage.
It is recommended to aim for 2-3 euploid embryos per child and consider discussing with your doctor the option of using Lupron Depot for 2 months to manage endometriosis instead of opting for surgery each time.
May I inquire about your age? I experienced a very similar situation as you did.
I understand this may not be what you want to hear, but I recommend considering one or maybe two more retrievals if you truly want to have multiple children. Achieving euploid embryos is important, but it’s also crucial to be aware of potential issues like implantation failures and miscarriages. It’s easy to get caught up in the success of getting euploid embryos, but it’s important to remember there are other factors to consider. I wish you all the best with your journey, but it’s important not to rely solely on statistics, as I’ve learned from personal experience. My doctor expected success early on, but we’re now on our fourth transfer with our sixth embryo, hoping for the best. Just something to keep in mind. Good luck, and please send us baby dust for a successful outcome!