When we decided to try for our second child, we encountered some challenges. I had gained about twenty pounds since my first pregnancy, and my partner was experiencing increasing performance anxiety due to erectile dysfunction. After about three months of trying without any luck, I jokingly told him, “I really wish there was a syringe that could just help insert sperm.” He replied, “I wouldn’t be surprised if something like that exists.” So, I hopped onto my laptop and started looking around. That’s when I came across at-home insemination options, and my excitement grew as I read success stories and did more research.
We ordered a kit, and I was filled with hope! However, after five months of trying, I began to worry that maybe it wasn’t going to work for us. I decided to see my OB-GYN, who suggested that my weight might be a barrier to getting pregnant. Taking her advice, we paused our attempts for four months to focus on my health and shed some pounds. Once I felt better, we started trying again, using the kit because it was convenient for my partner, who still had his challenges.
Honestly, I had my doubts. I worried that the sperm might not reach deep enough, given that the syringe pressure isn’t quite the same as natural intercourse. But thankfully, I was proven wrong! After three more months of using the at-home insemination kit, I finally got that long-awaited positive test! When I shared the news with my partner, he was stunned—“Wow! It actually worked!” It took us about a year to conceive, and I’m so grateful I didn’t give up on this method; otherwise, I wouldn’t be expecting my second child now. A huge thank you to the at-home insemination community for their support!
If you’re curious about at-home insemination, check out this guide on artificial insemination for some great information. And don’t miss some of our other posts like Friday Finds: Duo Coffee Steeper to stay engaged with more tips!
In Summary
Taking a break to focus on health made all the difference for us. After overcoming obstacles, we found a solution that worked and are now thrilled to be expecting!