Hey friends, I’ve been on this fertility journey for a while now, and the Two-Week Wait (TWW) is always the toughest for me. I find myself overthinking every little twinge and symptom, questioning if anyone else goes through the same thing. Does anyone else find the TWW to be a rollercoaster of emotions and uncertainties? How do you cope with the anxiety and anticipation during this time? Let’s share our experiences and tips to support each other through this challenging period.
I am currently 8 days past transfer and eagerly awaiting my beta test in two days. I am approaching this time with a positive mindset, pretending as though I am already pregnant. The idea of testing now, whether positive or negative, brings a mix of emotions due to past experiences with chemical pregnancies and miscarriages. I have decided to wait until after my first beta to process and feel all the emotions that come with the results. It is a difficult task, but I believe waiting is the best option for me at this time.
I didn’t do any testing for my first FET and received a disappointing negative result on my beta. The news was shocking, so I decided to be more prepared for my second attempt. I took a test on the morning of my beta and the positive result made me cry with relief. That embryo is now my almost 3-year-old child!
I didn’t try testing before beta as I had already spent so much on IVF and didn’t want to waste more money. When I did get unclear results, I was grateful to hear the ambiguity from my doctor instead of constantly worrying about it.
I always avoid testing at home before beta because I know I will obsess over the results no matter what they may be. If it’s positive, I’ll question the numbers and worry about it being a chemical pregnancy. If it’s negative, I’ll imagine a faint line and constantly check for any sign of a positive result. It’s important for me to stay level-headed during the two week wait and remember that I can’t control the outcome.
I’m certain that there are individuals who do, but I’m not one of them. 
I consistently test during the 14-day wait period.
I chose not to test at home, opting instead to distract myself with other activities to maintain peace of mind. This approach worked best for me, but others may have different preferences. Your mileage may vary!
I didn’t see it as a test of wills or a waiting game. Your decision on what works best for you. I tested on day 4 after both transfers, both positive, second one successful. Gave me a sense of control that I needed.
I have always practiced the Two Week Wait, starting from when we first began trying to conceive without any fertility treatments. After experiencing disappointment from testing early and getting my period, I now wait until my period is late to test. This has helped alleviate stress for me, and also saved money on pregnancy tests. While I haven’t had to endure the wait with a Frozen Embryo Transfer yet, I plan on taking the same approach. It’s important to do what works best for you to ease your mind during this time. Sending you love and good wishes for your upcoming FET.
I chose not to test for my 2nd and 3rd FET and I’m happy with my decision. 
I chose to wait because I knew a negative test would be too emotionally difficult for me. It’s important to do what’s best for yourself, whether that means waiting a few extra days for a potential positive result :).
I have undergone 2 FET procedures and on both occasions, I waited until the day of my blood test. This time, however, I took a home test after my blood draw to avoid any public embarrassment at work. In my opinion, it is best to wait for the clinic’s confirmation because there is no point in altering medication based on a home test result. It is still necessary to continue taking all prescribed medications until a confirmed negative blood test result.
The first blood test at my clinic is done at 9 days post a 5 day transfer (9dp5dt). I refrained from doing any prior tests before this blood test, and 9dp5dt is essentially the same as being 14 days past ovulation - also known as the “two week wait”.
I took a test at 4 days past a 5-day transfer (and it was positive). I never intended to wait as waiting doesn’t affect the result.
I hesitated to test because I was convinced it didn’t work and didn’t want to see another negative result. I’m glad I waited!
For both of my FETs, I didn’t have tests at home and didn’t attempt to purchase any. I knew the first FET failed when I got my period the day before the beta. I realized that a positive result, whether faint or not, doesn’t hold much significance as there are many milestones to surpass.
I am currently 4 days past transfer and planning to wait until the day before the beta test (either 8 or 9 days past transfer). This is my second frozen embryo transfer and the first time I didn’t wait and it was a negative result, which was disappointing. My new approach is to wait until the day before the beta test so that if it’s negative, I only have one day to wait for the official result. This also prevents me from fixating on line progression. Ultimately, it’s a personal preference and there’s no wrong answer.
I am currently in the Two-Week Wait for my fifth FET and I always wait until the morning of the beta day to take a home pregnancy test.
Trigger Warning: miscarriage
My first Frozen Embryo Transfer is scheduled for the end of April after two unsuccessful Intrauterine Inseminations. Waiting the full 14 days for the IUI result was tough, but I couldn’t wait the second time after experiencing early cramping. To my surprise and excitement, I got a positive pregnancy test, my very first at 38 years old. Sadly, it ended in a miscarriage.
My advice is to use early detection pregnancy tests instead of the cheap, bulk pack test strips when testing early. The early detection tests can detect hCG hormones 6 days before a missed period, while the cheap strips may not be sensitive enough. Stick to the reliable tests to avoid the disappointment of false negatives.
I had 4 FETs and I never tested ahead of time. I tested immediately after getting my blood drawn, but before waiting for the results to be called.