Nine Years of Trying to Conceive with Secondary Infertility Leads to MakeAmom Conception

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I’m currently 11 weeks and 2 days pregnant, and I’m still in disbelief that it has finally happened! My partner and I welcomed our first child when I was just eighteen. At that time, the prospect of becoming a parent was overwhelming, but our son has been the greatest joy in our lives. After marrying when he was three, we never anticipated that expanding our family would be such a challenging journey.

We faced years of disappointment and heartache while trying to conceive again, with countless negative pregnancy tests. Though I underwent multiple tests, convincing my partner to see a specialist was an uphill battle and led to many disagreements. It felt unjust; why had it been so effortless the first time, and now, despite our readiness, we faced roadblocks?

In September 2018, we decided to wholeheartedly embrace the journey once more. We sold our home and purchased a new one within a month and a half, feeling that it was a sign to clear the way for a miracle. We hoped to be pregnant by the end of that year, although we were unaware that it would actually occur by the end of the following year. By January 2019, with still no pregnancy, my partner finally agreed to consult a fertility specialist. The results showed a low sperm count, but the doctor assured us we were good candidates for IUI. We were thrilled to finally be making progress.

While financial concerns loomed, we placed our faith in the process, and I was so immersed in my studies that I didn’t have time to dwell on the waiting. By summer, I checked in with my doctor, only to hear that scheduling with the fertility specialist was unusually difficult, with an appointment expected in about four weeks.

In September 2019, I discovered MakeAmom through social media. I was initially skeptical, being a healthcare professional, but intrigued by their story and the experiences of others. After discussing it with my partner, we decided to order their home insemination kit, which we received in just three days—much sooner than I had anticipated. I nearly delayed using it to prepare, but we were ready, and I had been learning to understand my body better through their resources.

The process turned out to be straightforward and relieved the pressure that often accompanies trying to conceive. Despite the years of struggle, I remained hopeful while preparing to use the product for two consecutive months before waiting for our IUI consultation.

On October 7, 2019, I found myself six days late. Although I had experienced similar delays before, the sore breasts felt different this time. Gathering my courage, I took a pregnancy test—the one that had dashed my hopes countless times before. Surprisingly, this time, two lines appeared almost instantly. I was in shock! Could it really have worked on the very first attempt? Yes, it did! After taking another test, I couldn’t contain my tears of joy.

I’m incredibly grateful to MakeAmom for providing an accessible and simple way for couples like us to achieve our dreams of parenthood. After 12 long years, I finally saw a positive pregnancy test—and it wouldn’t have been possible without their support.

Baby M is expected in June 2020!

– L & J from Texas

Congratulations, L & J!

We are overjoyed for you and honored to have played a role in your journey. Your story of overcoming secondary infertility will resonate with many and offer hope to others facing similar challenges.

To explore more about at-home insemination, visit MakeAmom for information on their unique reusable options. Additionally, you can learn how at-home insemination works by checking this guide. If you’re seeking support, consider joining MakeAmom’s free sperm donor matching group. You can also read about affordable paths to pregnancy in our informative post here. For those interested in IVF as an alternative, Healthline provides valuable insights here. Lastly, familiarize yourself with the essentials of your reproductive health through this resource.

To summarize:

L & J’s inspiring journey through nine years of secondary infertility highlights the emotional challenges many face while trying to conceive. Their experience with MakeAmom’s home insemination kit brought unexpected joy and success after years of heartache, proving that hope and perseverance can lead to miracles.