My partner and I spent nearly three years trying to conceive. A year ago, we sought help from a fertility clinic, where intrauterine insemination (IUI) was recommended. While I was informed I had a single fibroid that shouldn’t pose a problem, my partner faced challenges with low sperm count, motility, and morphology.
Initially, I was hesitant about IUI and the associated procedures, particularly because the sperm handling time constraints were impacted by Covid restrictions—sperm could not be collected at the clinic. Therefore, we decided to start with timed intercourse, assisted by ultrasound monitoring and an Ovidrel shot, along with the support of MakeAmom’s at-home insemination kit.
The month that followed brought me the most intense menstrual pain I had ever experienced. I had dealt with painful cycles since my teenage years, but this was different. I spent two sleepless nights in agony, leading me to consult a pelvic pain specialist. To my surprise, I learned that I had not one but three fibroids, with one being a moderately sized intramural fibroid causing uterine distortion.
After undergoing surgery to remove the fibroids, I was advised to wait until February to start trying again. My partner was diligent about stocking up on MakeAmom kits, even making a trip to retrieve some supplies. We were eager to begin again in February, but unfortunately, I did not experience an LH surge that month, which left me feeling disheartened as my cycles are typically short (averaging 21-23 days).
However, the following cycle brought the joyful news of an LH surge! My partner was adamant that we strictly follow the timing with the MakeAmom kit this time. Embarrassingly, we hadn’t adhered to the exact timing during our previous attempts. I elevated my legs on three pillows and remained horizontal for an hour after each session. When Day 23 arrived without the familiar signs of my period, I felt a surge of excitement. Praise be—a positive pregnancy test!
We recently had our first prenatal appointment and were thrilled to discover we are expecting twins! Interestingly, the ultrasound revealed a two-day difference in the measurements. My partner speculated that this was due to our use of MakeAmom. We are incredibly grateful for the timing of this blessing.
It’s worth noting that we had initially planned to return to a fertility specialist if my period arrived. We sincerely thank MakeAmom for creating a product that we both felt comfortable and excited to use, and for providing a wealth of inspirational success stories. The community support has been invaluable to us.
If you are interested in exploring at-home insemination, MakeAmom offers a unique re-usable option. For more information on how it works, visit their How It Works page. If you’re looking for support in your journey, consider joining the MakeAmom Sperm Donor Matching Group.
To summarize: After three years of trying to conceive, the journey was filled with challenges, but with the help of resources like MakeAmom, we found success with twins. If you’re considering at-home insemination, MakeAmom provides excellent guidance on performing at-home insemination and offers insights into fertility treatments, including navigating the journey of intracervical insemination and in vitro fertilization. We wish you all the best on your journey to parenthood!