And sometimes against all odds, miracles happen. After 5 years of infertility and trying to conceive (TTC), my husband and I naturally conceived in April. Some people may say we are having a “quarantine baby” but I can finally say we are having our miracle, rainbow baby. When we first found out, I was elated,… Continue reading Conceiving Naturally after 5 years of IVF + TTC
Our first transfer was the summer of 2019. April 20 – it sounded perfect. I instantly went to my planner and circled that Spring day. I could see it then – a day full of joy, love and growth for our family. Sweet baby, Today would have been your due date. Instead of welcoming you,… Continue reading April 20: A Letter to you on your Due Date
After our second failed IUI, we met with a new doctor at this clinic. She was honest, but encouraging. That, along with many prayers and considerations my husband and I decided to move forward with IVF. Our insurance does not cover IVF, at all. This cycle was going to cost upward of $28,000. It’s interesting… Continue reading Our Infertility Story: Part 2
IUI #1 October is here and is harder than I imagined. Last year, I was sitting here on this couch, hopeful as we started our first round of IVF after two failed IUIs. Hopeful it would be the final holidays we would spend without a little one. Hopeful we could make our dream to be… Continue reading Our Infertility Story: Part 1
The decision to start IVF is not one taken lightly. It can be expensive, emotional and physically taxing and as well as time consuming. I am approaching one year since our first IVF cycle. I gathered up a list of the 10 things I wish I had from the beginning. None of these things are… Continue reading 10 Items You Need When Starting IVF
“Your dream is worth fighting for, and while you’re not in control of what life throws at you, you are in control of the fight.” – Rachel Hollis https://www.instagram.com/p/B3EyiViBi6d/ It’s the last 90 days of the year – and if you can believe it – of the decade! Any who follows The Hollis Company (or… Continue reading Last 90 Days of 2019
Catalina "Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always." ― Brad Meltzer Social media can be a blessing and a curse when it comes to infertility. I am so thankful for social media when it comes to the Facebook groups you can join and the amazing Instagram community of… Continue reading The Story Behind the Photos
A new season is here. 🍁To be honest, it's not all pumpkin spice and everything nice.It's another season I pictured that we would still be pregnant.It's another seasons that I planned for that adorable pregnancy announcement - you've seen the one - with the pumpkin!It's another season I pictured the big sweaters and cozy clothes.It's… Continue reading Pumpkin Spice and everything … infertility
My Spool of Life 