IVF Egg Retrieval & Embryo Transfer | Our Fertility Journey Episode 2

IVF Egg Retrieval & Embryo Transfer | Our Fertility Journey Episode 2
In this second episode of our series documenting our (hopeful) road to parenthood I finish my last injections (which almost didn't happen!) and I go through my egg retrieval surgery. Then ended up waiting a little longer after not getting my period to do the Embryo transfer. If you're interested in IVF or freezing your eggs, this is a very in depth look of what that's all about. Does it hurt? Did it work??

My clinic: The Women’s Clinic (Dr. Grace Kong and her Nurse Bonnie)
*They’ve been wonderful, I highly recommend them if your looking for gynaecological or fertility services in Hong Kong

Some videos I found helpful:
Books:
It Starts with the Egg:

Hi! I'm Taylor, I'm originally from Canada and currently living between Toronto & Hong Kong and sharing my life along the way! My channel is lifestyle based with mostly vlogs, DIY's, makeup, health, and nutrition.

MUSIC BY:
Epidemic Sound

MY EQUIPMENT:
my camera- Canon 80D
Wide Lens
pancake lens (tight lens)
Rode Microphone
vlogging camera- Canon EOS M6
Manfrotto Small Tripod

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Thanks for watching! ❤
#TaylorR #FertilityJourney #IVF

[MyMangakaLIFE]

I’m praying that this series ends with a beautiful new beginning: motherhood💖 I literally cried watching the previous video… I’ve watched your videos since your TayTay 1.0 days, used your workout videos to get healthy, and have cheered you on during every milestone you so kindly shared with us🙏💖 When ever you share your journey to have a child I always pray that one day soon you and Tom will have the family you’ve always dreamed of! I’m truly praying for you both!💖💖💖

[AnnaBluelueluep]

I never thought I could wish for something to happen so bad when I do not even know the person. It makes me so sad but still so hopeful for you the finally get pregnant and have your baby in your arms !

[Momdecandcy]

I so hope this series ends the way you want it to. You and Tom are just the sweetest.
Baby dust explosion for you.

[anthonia]

11 years ago we did IVF & we only have 1 embryo!! But that 1 embryo grew into a beautiful-smart-living 10, 5-yo-daughter now. I named "Miracle" as her middle name :)

[SarahKey]

I'm so sorry you've had to go through so much with this journey, but you are so strong and this series is beautiful.
Wishing you all the best.

[brittanyreneau]

I love when Tom rubbed your belly and said “please cooperate!” My husband said the exact same thing to my belly when we were trying. ❤️

[shobot]

I feel emotionally winded. I'll preface this comment with the fact I'm a woman in her 30's with no interest in children and a phobia around...well pregnancy. I've enjoyed Taylors channel for years and wasn't sure if I'd be able to watch these videos but when the first one autoplayed I went with it. These videos are an incredibly intimate and honest retelling of what must be an incredibly emotional, exhausting and vulnerable journey. I cried on multiple occasions, I'm a sensitive soul, but they also highlight the strength of both Taylor and Tom. From a random on the internet compelled to comment (as rarely as it happens) I hope in the hard times Taylor can feel immense pride in her strength no matter what happens and this video offers some clarity and comfort, if that's the right word, to others. There's not enough information and research about so many medical difficulties woman face and I say that from experience and friends journeys. Thank you

[hamtaropuff]

We women are SO strong!!! Men need to appreciate us a lot more. I can’t imagine having to go though all this, it takes such an amazing beautiful and strong woman to put their body through all this in hopes to be able to get pregnant.
You are amazing Taylor!!! ❤️❤️

[jaimeeshivers]

as someone who doesn’t really want kids i feel so awful watching and hearing of women like you who are so strong and would do anything for the ability to have a child. I wish I could send my fertility to you as weird as that sounds. You are so incredible. sending all love.

[NozoASMR]

My husband and I struggled for years. We miscarried. We couldn't get pregnant for YEARS, YEARS, AND YEARS. Then we got pregnant, and I have the most beautiful son in the world.

[nartelaep]

Whatever the circumstances that you show on Friday, we are all here for you. Sending you so so so so much positivity ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[emira]

The way you looked at Tom with tears in your eyes at 4:45 made me burst into tears myself. I can see in your eyes how much love you have for him. He’s your safe place. He’s your person.

[annatheres]

I haven’t even started watching yet, but I wanted to say that you’re so strong Taylor. I saw your IG stories today. What some people say reflects more on them and their pain. Thank you for always sharing your thoughts and experiences. It strengthens me to witness your courage and strength.

[PlanetNIHON]

You deserve a million views and a proper honouring from YouTube for documenting and sharing this ♥️

[Aliciae]

I had no idea IVF was so invasive. I’ve heard of it so many times but never seen anybody document it like this. You go through a lot! These really are helpful, educational and emotional videos.

[shelby]

I cant even imagine how difficult this journey has been for you but I really have loved seeing your journey so far. It is so candid and gives a realistic view of the struggles that so many women go through. Thank you for sharing this part of your life 💗

[shelie]

My heart breaks for you and Tom. This was me and my husband many years ago now. Sadly it was never meant to be. But we got our wonderful and ever loved children through adoption. I really hope yours and Tom's dream to be a family unit comes true. Sending lots of baby dust and sticky bean wishes. ♡♡

[jazelmarie]

Never thought that conceiving is such a hard process even when there’s advancement in science. You are such a strong and brave person! Wish you all the best in your journey.

[SerenityRoseThorn]

Taylor’s maturity and readiness to be a mama really comes through in this series!! It’s always there but thanks for sharing it with us. I can see from how dedicated you are to the child even before pregnancy what a good mama you will be. Good thoughts for you and Tom and your future family!

[ItsSkyLOL]

I really hope these episodes will lead to a happy ending - a baby you guys wanted so much❤️ i cross my fingers and wish you the best luck. Stay strong and healthy 🍀✨