Amanda's Journey to Motherhood

Amanda's biggest dream has always been to be a mom. Anyone that knows her is aware that she is a beautiful woman that is kind, loving, and will be the best mom when she arrives at her heart's destination. Amanda was born without a uterus. She does have ovaries and it is becoming a reality that she will be able to have her own baby with her own embryo's! She has recently married her best friend, who is looking forward to taking this journey with her, and together they are going to be amazing parents! John already has 2 amazing teenage sons that are proof that he is a great daddy!

Anyone that has been through the fertility journey is aware of the massive financial investment that makes it possible.  Amanda is a fertility coach and has devoted her time and love to help many women on their path to motherhood and now it's our turn to help her! There are many ups and downs for parents for whom the journey is not as easy as others. I have watched Amanda go through these herself, as well as with her clients, who all are family in her heart, over the years. She has endured losses with grace and has also always stayed positive knowing her time will come, in the way and the time it is meant to. She celebrates with pure joy and love each time another family in her circle reaches their journey's beautiful destination!

Amanda and John did have many generous donations for their wedding that have helped significantly with their last round of IVF. Thank you to everyone that was able to help! The next part of their journey will involve surgery.  Amanda will have to relocate out of state for her recovery.  The six to eight weeks recovery time will completely exhaust her leave benefits.  Because of this, they still require as much support as we are all able to rally and give. This is why I have started this GoFundMe account. On top of the reduction in income, they will also have more travel expenses.

We are also looking for other fun ideas to raise money for their big event and travels. If you have any ideas or would like to support in any other way please let us know. If venmo is easy they both have accounts @John-Gruendell and/or @Amanda-Gruendell

Thank you for taking the time to read about this journey. Please join us for the ride, and feel free to share.