Vanessa’s IVF Journey
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First, I would like to thank you for taking the time to read this. Life can really change in an instant!
Most little girls dream of their wedding day, I can honestly say I never had that dream. My dream has always been of being a mom. My dolls always had the best birthday parties. When I got older I would always watch and help take care of my younger cousins and after that my younger siblings. Now a days it’s my niece and my friends children.
When I was 26, I was surgically diagnosed with Endometriosis. Like most women I had no idea what it was and had to learn about it and how it would affect my body. When I learned that infertility was something that could happen with Endometriosis my heart sank. I feared the worse and underwent multiple exams to see if I could get pregnant one day. All exams confirmed that I could.
When I turned 30 and still single I decided to look into artificial insemination to make my dream come true. I contemplated for a few years, hoping to meet the “one”. At 32 I decided to go for it, I felt like my biological clock was ticking.
I met with a fertility doctor and I heard the shocking news, not only was my biological clock ticking, I was actually running out of time!
My doctor informed me I would have to undergo and few test, but based on my ultrasound he was worried and that artificial insemination might not be an option for me. The test confirmed my Endometriosis has accelerated my reproductive organs causing them to be that of a 41 year old woman and has caused severe damage to my Fallopian tubes. My doctor believes I will hit menopause before I turn 40. That was really HARD AND SHOCKING TO HEAR, my worst fear!
With artificial insemination not being an option, I was told IVF is my only chance to be able to conceive.
I’ve now been looking into IVF only to find out my insurance does not cover anything related to infertility even with an Endometriosis diagnosis. IVF coast over $26,000, which is a huge financial burden especially when I have chosen to be a single mom by choice.
I have contemplated whether or not to start a GoFundMe page to support my journey to becoming a mom. I’ve worried about sharing my struggles and it’s so hard to admit that you need help and even harder to ask for it. However, I’ve decided I MUST try everything.
Anything donated would mean everything to me. I am so ready to be a mom. I promise to post endless baby pictures for everyone to see when my day finally comes. I fully understand that many people have problems of their own and may not be able to give anything. Prayers, encouragement, and love are all welcomed. Like I said, I debated this process and am still feeling a bit of unease at the idea, but decided that it couldn't hurt to ask. Thank you.
Most little girls dream of their wedding day, I can honestly say I never had that dream. My dream has always been of being a mom. My dolls always had the best birthday parties. When I got older I would always watch and help take care of my younger cousins and after that my younger siblings. Now a days it’s my niece and my friends children.
When I was 26, I was surgically diagnosed with Endometriosis. Like most women I had no idea what it was and had to learn about it and how it would affect my body. When I learned that infertility was something that could happen with Endometriosis my heart sank. I feared the worse and underwent multiple exams to see if I could get pregnant one day. All exams confirmed that I could.
When I turned 30 and still single I decided to look into artificial insemination to make my dream come true. I contemplated for a few years, hoping to meet the “one”. At 32 I decided to go for it, I felt like my biological clock was ticking.
I met with a fertility doctor and I heard the shocking news, not only was my biological clock ticking, I was actually running out of time!
My doctor informed me I would have to undergo and few test, but based on my ultrasound he was worried and that artificial insemination might not be an option for me. The test confirmed my Endometriosis has accelerated my reproductive organs causing them to be that of a 41 year old woman and has caused severe damage to my Fallopian tubes. My doctor believes I will hit menopause before I turn 40. That was really HARD AND SHOCKING TO HEAR, my worst fear!
With artificial insemination not being an option, I was told IVF is my only chance to be able to conceive.
I’ve now been looking into IVF only to find out my insurance does not cover anything related to infertility even with an Endometriosis diagnosis. IVF coast over $26,000, which is a huge financial burden especially when I have chosen to be a single mom by choice.
I have contemplated whether or not to start a GoFundMe page to support my journey to becoming a mom. I’ve worried about sharing my struggles and it’s so hard to admit that you need help and even harder to ask for it. However, I’ve decided I MUST try everything.
Anything donated would mean everything to me. I am so ready to be a mom. I promise to post endless baby pictures for everyone to see when my day finally comes. I fully understand that many people have problems of their own and may not be able to give anything. Prayers, encouragement, and love are all welcomed. Like I said, I debated this process and am still feeling a bit of unease at the idea, but decided that it couldn't hurt to ask. Thank you.
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Vanessa SJ
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Miami, FL