“I questioned why now? Why after years when I was younger begging for more kids would now be the time to answer that prayer? This year, at the age of 46 and 47, God decided it was time for the shock of our lives.”
‘My youngest was praying for a baby. ‘People our age don’t have more kids.’: Infertility warrior shares ‘unexpected gift’ of later-life pregnancy at 46 after 2 rainbow babies, adopted daughter
‘Our love story began in a castle, but our journey ahead wasn’t a fairytale.’: Couple share infertility battle, journey to international adoption
“Adoption is a calling, not a backup plan.”
‘It’s been 1,455 days since we first started trying for you.’: Woman battling infertility reflects on rollercoaster journey
“This negative test I hold so tightly in my hand may cut me deep now, but I know this won’t last forever.”
‘Can I please call you dad now?’ I asked if he really wanted that. He said, ‘More than anything in the world!’: Stepdad adopts son into forever family
“During the adoption process, when he could see I was having a tough day, he gave me the most powerful advice: ‘Dad, don’t give up hope and keep fighting because we will win!'”
Dear Infertility Warriors, It’s Okay To Be Scared
“You don’t have to have it all together every minute of every day. You don’t have to feel the need to put on a brave face just because you think you have no other choice but to do so.”
Infertility Is Just As Hard For Husbands As It Is For Their Wives
“Who is there holding her hand during every ultrasound and blood draw? Who is there to wipe away her tears after every setback and share in her heartbreak? Who is there to remind her she will get through this and to never lose hope?”
Dear Fertile Friends, Please Don’t Hide Your Pregnancy From Me
“My struggle should not take away from your happiness.”
‘Our last hope.’: After losing two babies, endometriosis warrior births miracle baby in final shot at IVF
“We had now lost our second baby. We only had one embryo left, and one last chance at having a biological child.”
‘I’ve watched my body fail at so many things I was told were natural to my biology.’: Mom of 3 urges ‘there’s no universal motherhood journey’
“I’ve listened as women explained to me how it should be while knowing it was never how it would be for me. I had to learn to give more of myself than I even knew how to give.”
Dear Infertility, You Have Helped Me Learn To Love Myself Again
“I wouldn’t wish you on anyone. But I’m choosing to embrace you because let’s face it, you aren’t going anywhere anytime soon.”