Little update...

[jsth1979]

I've been following this forum since March and I have been helped enormously and been inspired by so many life stories. I haven't put much on here lately about myself though but I've been here and responded to some worried people and given advice where I could.

I was one of the lucky ones in that our IVF was successful first time around. We had unexplained infertility but even with no major health worries it was a long process just getting there. So the relief of the success was indescribable.

So we're now 24 weeks and we're expecting a little boy. It still seems surreal most of the time but then I am dramatically reminded when A: I look in the mirror and see him growing (!) and B: when I am typing over my bump and C: when the little bugger kicks!!

IVF is a tough journey and then you have the journey of pregnancy which in my eyes is another miracle. Throughout everything I have tried to remain as calm and relaxed as possible (with the odd ups and downs)! I think this has helped me and my body to cope with everything that has been thrown at us.

I just wanted to give back some positives to all you wonderful people who have shared your stories and heartache and joy in a way that has made this journey for me so much more reassuring. When you find someone you know who has been through similar experiences it makes you feel a bit more 'normal' and that in itself brings confidence and self esteem.

I have vague recollections now of the injections and scans and being prodded and pulled about: it was clearly all worth it and in the long run has given me what I started out to achieve.

I have been well throughout my pregnancy and the little one appears to be doing very well. I will let you know how it goes and will still be here to support you all in my own little way.

Look after yourselves, be kind to your mind and body and don't forget those around you who love you especially your other halves!! It's not easy sometimes finding that balance but when you do it just makes sense.

[seekingpeace]

Thanks so much for caring enough to take the time. We have unexplained fertility and we'll only have one round of IVF funded (as I'm 40 in April), so it's good to hear some success stories. Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy - you must be hugely relieved to be past the 24 week mark. xxx

[Belle-7-]

What a wonderful reply I can't put into words exactly how Much I can relate to this. Me and my partner of been through so much it's been an absolute journey from hell, on the other side I cannot thank the people enough at the hospital and the Internet support. I have questions so many of them ready for my seven-week scan omg God help them but I know that's what they're there for and they will help me I hope you're doing well take care lots of love

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So glad you have a good pregnancy. thank you for updating us. I have finally got a positive result yesterday and then confirmed with blood test today. we are so happy and much needed after five fails. Still can't believe it though. xx lots of love and good luck. ️Xx

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So glad you have a good pregnancy. thank you for updating us. I have finally got a positive result yesterday and then confirmed with blood test today. we are so happy and much needed after five fails. Still can't believe it though. xx lots of love and good luck. ️Xx

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Lovely update. It's nice to read something so positive. Do keep us up to date on your pregnancy news and birth. Enjoy every moment. I am currently 2 .5 weeks into y first round, I'll be honest that I don't expect it to work, nearly 40 with severe endo, ovarian choc cysts - but felt I needed to have a try.

Goodluck to you and enjoy your pregnancy, it's really nice to hear someone who appreciates it all so much. x