Hey friends! We wanted to share an inspiring story about how one mama-to-be found her way past vaginismus and into pregnancy.
Meet Sarah, who recently hit the 21-week mark in her pregnancy. She reached out to say a massive thank you for a product that changed her journey. Sarah was always a bit shy, and it took her 30 years to book her first OBGYN appointment, which she finally did when her husband and she were having trouble starting their family. After being diagnosed with vaginismus, she learned that she might need IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) to help conceive.
Sarah was already tracking her ovulation cycles, so she knew she was fertile. Just when they were about to schedule their IUI appointment, she stumbled upon a website about at-home insemination. Excited to try one last time before committing to the IUI process, her husband quickly ordered a kit with overnight shipping since she was due to ovulate soon.
To their surprise, the package arrived promptly, even during the pandemic. They tried it out the next day, and while they were unsure of what to expect, Sarah was pleasantly surprised. After seven years of marriage and a year of trying for a baby, her previous experiences made her apprehensive. However, the kit gave her the comfort and control she needed, allowing her to feel more confident about her body.
The following week, Sarah was thrilled to have successfully used the kit without any pain or fear. Although they ordered more kits for future attempts, she never needed them! Just three weeks after their first try, she missed her period and, after multiple tests, was overjoyed to discover she was pregnant. It took her nine tests to fully believe it!
Her doctor, who was previously unaware of at-home insemination options, was excited about the news and promised to recommend the kit to other patients facing similar challenges. Sarah’s journey is a testament to the power of comfort and control in the conception process, and she is incredibly grateful for the support and resources that helped her on this path.
If you’re preparing for your own journey, don’t forget to check out this blog post about essential items to include in your hospital bag for when the big day arrives. Also, if you’re interested in learning more about artificial insemination techniques, this resource is a great place to start.
In summary, Sarah’s story highlights the importance of finding solutions that empower individuals facing challenges like vaginismus. Her experience shows that with the right tools and support, dreams of starting a family can come true.