I’m currently 11 weeks and 2 days pregnant, and the feeling is still surreal! My partner and I welcomed our first child when I was just eighteen. While the initial news of pregnancy was overwhelming, our son became the greatest blessing in our lives. After marrying when he was three, we never imagined that expanding our family would prove to be such a challenging journey.
Years passed with heartache after heartache, as countless negative pregnancy tests filled our hopes with disappointment. I underwent multiple tests, but convincing my partner to seek medical evaluation was a constant struggle. It felt unfair; why was it so effortless the first time while now it seemed impossible?
In September 2018, we decided to refocus our prayers and intentions toward expanding our family. After selling our home and purchasing a new one in just six weeks, we believed that we were making space for a miracle. We hoped to conceive by the end of that year, but as January 2019 rolled around with no success, we finally took the step to consult a fertility specialist. My partner’s sperm analysis showed a low count, but not alarmingly so, leading the doctor to recommend intrauterine insemination (IUI) as a viable option for us. Excitement filled us as we felt we were finally moving in the right direction.
Despite concerns about the financial implications of treatment, we were determined to trust that everything would fall into place. As I was preoccupied with school, I didn’t have the energy to dwell on when our appointment would happen.
By summer, I reached out to inquire about our appointment timeline, only to learn that scheduling with the fertility specialist was taking longer than expected. In September 2019, while scrolling through social media, I discovered a company that caught my interest. Their approach resonated with our journey, and although I was initially skeptical, I immersed myself in their success stories. I shared their information with my partner, and together we decided to order their at-home insemination kit.
To my surprise, it arrived in just three days, perfectly coinciding with my ovulation week. I had considered waiting to prepare ourselves better, but our eagerness won out. This product empowered me to become more attuned to my body; I found the process straightforward, relieving much of the stress typically associated with trying to conceive.
On October 7, 2019, I noticed I was six days late for my period. My breasts were sore, but this was a familiar premenstrual symptom. Mustering the courage, I took a pregnancy test—the one that had brought me disappointment so many times. This time, however, two lines appeared almost instantly. I was in disbelief; could it be that we succeeded on the first try? Indeed, we did!
Tears of joy streamed down my face as I grasped the reality of our situation. Reflecting on our journey, I am immensely grateful for the support and resources that helped us along the way, including the innovative options provided by MakeAmom. Their approach to at-home insemination made the process accessible and affordable for couples like us.
If you’re interested in exploring more about home insemination, I encourage you to check out this comprehensive guide that outlines affordable strategies. You may also want to learn about in vitro fertilization as another option for those facing fertility challenges. For additional resources on pregnancy and home insemination, this week-by-week guide is an excellent starting point. Additionally, join the MakeAmom Sperm Donor Matching Group for community support and assistance.
To Summarize:
After years of navigating secondary infertility, we found hope and joy through innovative solutions that made our dream of expanding our family a reality. The incredible journey of pregnancy is now unfolding, and we are thankful for the resources that guided us through this process. Whether you’re just starting or have been on this path for a while, know that support is available, and miracles can happen.