After stopping birth control, we assumed it would only take a couple of months before we welcomed our first little one. But after 25 long months, we were still waiting for that elusive positive pregnancy test. Each month brought renewed hope, only to end in tears and disappointment. One day, while scrolling through trying-to-conceive (TTC) forums, I stumbled upon an ad for a home insemination kit. Intrigued, I read through various success stories and testimonials that sparked a flicker of hope in my heart.
I shared some of the inspiring videos with my partner, and we both resonated with a particular story about the ups and downs of trying to conceive. Together, we decided to give this approach a shot for at least three months before diving into more invasive fertility tests and treatments—what did we have to lose?
Our first month was filled with excitement and nervous anticipation. Sadly, it ended just like many before it, but this time we felt optimistic about trying again. When our second kit arrived, we were eager to give it another go. Fast forward to 9 DPO (days past ovulation), and we were met with our first-ever genuine positive test! We were in disbelief—could this really be happening? We can hardly wait for our little boy to arrive in June! Thank you for helping us grow our family.
How long were we trying before this method?
A whopping 25 months. How many cycles did we do? Just 2!
Warmest congratulations to us! It’s a wild ride, and I remember it all too well. It’s incredible to see how this journey unfolded, especially since we were able to avoid costly treatments. Sharing our story hopefully brings encouragement to others feeling disheartened on their paths to parenthood. For those seeking more tips on fertility, you should check out this article on the best breast milk storage bags of 2021, as well as visit Make a Mom for some great fertility supplements. And if you’re curious about other options, Healthline has excellent resources about in vitro fertilization (IVF) that might help as well.
Summary
After trying to conceive for 25 months, we found success with a home insemination kit in just two cycles. Our journey was full of ups and downs, but we are thrilled to announce a positive pregnancy test, and we can’t wait to welcome our baby boy!