This is a topic of recent conversations between DH and me. Are we done trying to expand our family? We have 3 healthy, beautiful girls who we love like crazy. Our family feels complete, I think.
If we didn't have SIX frozen embryos from our DE cycle, I'd say we were done. We definitely don't want to go through another fresh DE cycle. For starters, the cost is more than we can handle. But we have six embryos left and the cost of a frozen embryo cycle is significantly less expensive. Do we try for another sibling and even out our "odd-number" family? If the embryos don't make the thaw, at least we could say we tried and we do get refunded the cycle costs (minus $150).
Infertility sucks even when you have children. Let's say I didn't have Premature Ovarian Insufficiency/Failure. Would we try for another baby? Both DH and I agree on this--of course, we would try for one more. First, it's fun trying to have another (when you know you can actually conceive another). Second, there's minimal costs (no medications needed, no cycle fee, etc). Third, if you're fertile, you don't have to be disappointed with the time, money and heartache that an IVF cycle can put you through...to only have no baby in the end. :( So, yes, infertility sucks even when you have children. Going through another cycle is a reminder that my body is broken in the embryo-making department.
So, the question is: do we go through a frozen embryo cycle? Especially knowing that the success rate isn't as high as a fresh cycle. The thought of injections and pumping my body of estrogen again is not very appealing.
I don't know the answer right now. I'm sure DH would say let's be happy with what we have now...which I'm sure many would agree. But what about our remaining embryos??? Here's a chance at another child that if I was not infertile we would definitely want.
I'm looking for a sign...something that jumps out at me and gives me the direction I need on this decision. I'm feeling lost. Please don't get me wrong, I love my family as it is, but if there's a chance for another, do you leap forward and embrace the opportunity? Or do you donate the embryos to science (which is our decision if we don't use them) and hopefully be at peace with the decision you made?
