I didn’t have any symptoms from my medications before the FET, so I knew I was pregnant both times when my breasts started hurting, although this could also be due to progesterone. I didn’t experience any other symptoms until 6 weeks. Currently, I am 8 weeks and 5 days pregnant with my second FET after experiencing a miscarriage at 7 weeks and 1 day during my first.
I had two unsuccessful transfers before finally having a successful one (14 weeks tomorrow). Surprisingly, I didn’t notice any symptoms of pregnancy until almost 6 weeks in. The only symptom I experienced was some nausea a couple of days before the beta test, but I attributed it to nervousness and anxiety.
During my successful embryo transfers, I experienced implantation twinges that felt like small electrical zaps. The most accurate predictor for me was taking a urine pregnancy test starting at 4dpt and tracking the darkening of the line.
I have undergone 3 FETs, with one resulting in failed implantation and the other two being successful so far. I experienced all the typical progesterone symptoms with each FET, such as heightened sense of smell, fatigue, mild cramping, and tender breasts. However, the distinguishing symptoms were very subtle. The cramping on 1dpt felt different, with a sharp, pinching, intense sensation in a specific spot for my successful FETs compared to the general achiness of the cramps in the failed FET. Additionally, the discomfort in my breasts was distinct from the usual tenderness experienced in the failed FET. Despite being in tune with my body, the similarities between the symptoms were surprising!
I had a chemical pregnancy after my first transfer. Two days before my beta test, I couldn’t brush my teeth without gagging. The feeling went away the night of the blood work. I believe my HCG levels were at their peak during that time.
My transfer was on 8/13 and I’m currently in the waiting game. Despite having no symptoms, I’m feeling very down. This will be my third transfer and although I know it’s not necessarily an indicator of success, it’s still hard to believe. I’m scared to test and thinking of waiting until Monday.