Starting the battle with infertility is terrifying. Infertility treatments can be some of the most emotionally draining, fearsome things to go through. The scariest thing I’ve experienced in my experience with infertility, though, is the very thing we infertiles wish for the most: pregnancy.
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I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of “C”. But I’m so incredibly happy to hear that “A” and “B” are doing well! I keep you in my t’s and p’s frequently, can’t wait to see your progress. Be well.
I know that feeling all too well. I’d say my pregnancy with C&J was one of the most terrifying times of my life. There were moments when I was able to relax and feel like a ‘normal’ pregnant person. But a lot of the time you still feel like you are on the outside looking in. Like did I really earn my place here, is this really real? In dealing with IF and miscarriages the innocence and bliss of pregnancy were stripped from me. Not that pregnancy isn’t a beautiful and happy experience, but the fear and anxiety never left me either. It was like juggling or balancing a thunderstorm and a sunny day all at once, every single day for 37 weeks. Hang in there sweetie. And know I’m always here if you want to talk to someone who has walked a similar path. stippy@hotmail.com
I understand completely. I got so sick and was hospitalized for so long with our daughter Brynn after becoming pregnant from our IVF that it was something I’m terrified to do again. But I’m also afraid not to try again since I would love to have a second child. How ironic that you mentioned this – I’ve often thought this myself. Hope you’re having an okay weekend after what I’m sure has been an unimaginable stressful week. ((hugs))