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
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
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
Endometriosis (Endo-me-tree-oh-sis) Endome..what? Unfortunately, this word is one I've came all too familiar with. This disease effects 1 in 10 women and there is currently no cure. With endometriosis, the tissue lining inside of the uterus that is called endometrium, grows outside of the uterus involving other organs. This can cause inflammation, severe pain and… Continue reading Endometriosis
I want this blog to be a beacon of hope for those feeling alone in their infertility path, a real look at life including fertility, marriage, puppies (of course) and just a closer look at life from our view.
My Spool of Life 