Waiting in Faith: Our IVF Journey to Baby #2

Hi everyone,

My name is Mariah, and my husband and I are beyond grateful for our beautiful 4.5-year-old daughter. She is our world, and we’ve spent the past 2.5 years trying to give her a sibling. Unfortunately, our journey to baby #2 has been filled with heartbreak and unexpected challenges.

In September 2024, we met with a fertility clinic, where we learned that my fallopian tubes were completely blocked. After five long months of waiting, I underwent surgery in February 2025 to have them removed. During the procedure, my doctor discovered endometriosis—likely the reason my tubes were damaged in the first place. Because of this, our only chance at having another child is through IVF.

This journey has been incredibly difficult, but through it all, we know that God is writing our story. We are leaning on Him in this season of waiting, trusting that His plan is greater than anything we could have imagined. While we don’t know exactly how our story will unfold, we do know that He is faithful, and we are holding onto hope.

Throughout this process, I’ve been sharing our story and have found so much comfort in connecting with others who are walking this same road. Infertility can feel so isolating, but I truly believe God has given me this platform to offer support, encouragement, and hope to others facing similar struggles. The infertility community has been a lifeline for me, and now, I am reaching out for help as we take this next step.

As many of you know, IVF is an emotional and physical rollercoaster, but it also comes with a significant financial burden. The cost of our treatment is projected to be $25,000—an overwhelming number for our family.

We are determined to keep fighting for our dream of growing our family, but we can’t do it alone. If you feel led to support us in any way—through a donation, sharing our story, or sending prayers and encouragement—we would be forever grateful. Every little bit brings us closer to growing our family.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being part of our journey.

With love,

Mariah & Jarred