Sharing my precious news... And giving hope xx

[Jaky76]

Hi all, I wanted to share my story with you all and hopefully give some hope as well as show my handsome boy off...

I first started trying for a baby 19 years ago when I married.. Investigations started then and no luck.. After 8 years my husband and I divorced.. The years ticked by... At 36 I started to have more investigations which resulted in 2 gynae operations to remove a crushed tube, cysts and endometriosis.. At 37 being single and wanting a baby still as much, I chatted with my family and they all said I would manage without a partner and they would support me.. So my ivf journey began...

I had 4 rounds of ivf with my own eggs and donor sperm.. Sadly on rounds 2 and 3 I miscarried.. By round 4 and a bfn I was told my eggs were poor and to look at Donor eggs... So I found a new clinic in Athens... Was matched to a lady for Donor eggs and a sperm Donor found and in February my sister and I flew out... 2 embryos were transferred.. Felt very happy and comfortable with clinic and returned to UK and work. On day 8 I had a big bleed and thought it was game over.. But far from it and up until 28 weeks my pregnancy went OK.. Then I developed obstetric cholestasis, a liver complaint found in pregnancy, as well as my baby boy I found out was transverse and I had a low lying placenta so an elective c-section was scheduled for 37 weeks and 4 days.

Bertie was born Monday 30th October.. He needed resusative breaths and spent the first day in neonatal.. But then after 4 days on the ward with me we came home...

I got to thinking this would never happen, I would never be a mummy, I nearly gave up so many times, it was so hard at times and so sad.. But I didn't and now my georgeous boy is here... With huge thanks to my wonderful family, friends and you ladies on here.. So many kind words of reassurance and understanding..

I hope I can give hope if needed as this is such a hard road to be on.. And there are some amazing and strong ladies on here and hoping you all get your dreams xxx

[luv2017]

Beautiful story and precious boy ..congrats and thanks so much for pouring hopes on us ..

[Jaky76 in reply to luv2017]

Ah many thanks xx

[misswinky34]

Awww just beautiful 😍 well done to you ❤️enjoy your precious gift xxxx

[Jaky76 in reply to misswinky34]

Ah thanks very much xx

[Amanda86]

Congratulations! Such an inspiring journey xxx

[Hidden]

Congratulations xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks xx

[Hidden]

Thanks for sharing your story, wow he's beautiful! Congratulations enjoy every minute being a mummy xxx

[Jaky76 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks button.. How far are you now? How you feeling? Xx

[Hidden in reply to Jaky76]

I am 27 weeks today and so far feeling good. We start antenatal classes on Saturday 😀

[Jaky76 in reply to Hidden]

Ah That's fantastic, so pleased all good.. Antenatal class wi

[Jaky76 in reply to Jaky76]

Will make it real... When is your due date? Xx

[Lucylu_88]

Thank you so much for this wonderful story of hope. After going through so much I'm so glad you have your precious little boy. I love the name Bertie (have my own fur baby Bertie).

xxx

[Jaky76 in reply to Lucylu_88]

Thanks so much... Yes Berties all rock.... I love the older names... He suits his name... Good luck to you xxx

[Annabelle04]

Thank you so much. It’s so wonderful to read successful stories. Your determination of never giving up is incredible. Bertie is adorable, perfect little boy. Congratulations. So happy for you xxx

[Jaky76 in reply to Annabelle04]

Thank you so much.. Wishing you all the best xx

[Hidden]

Congratulations xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks very much.. All the best xxx

[Hidden]

Congratulations, lovely story 💙 xxx

[Tugsgirl]

What an inspiring story xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Tugsgirl]

Thanks very much... Got everything crossed for you xxx

[Kattalex]

Jaky76 - and there is me thinking 15 years on this road was hard... he is gorgeous and all yours! You do not have to share him with anyone... so many inspiring stories this morning for all of those that like me are still undergoing ivf... and I love the name Bertie 👶🏼... think it does suit him...wish you a life time of happiness... 😊

[Jaky76 in reply to Kattalex]

Ah thanks so much for the lovely message... Wishing you all the best xxx

[Cinderella5]

Ahhh Jaky Ive been thinking about your loads! I was going to message you yesterday but thought you'd have enough on your plate and so you have! You've had a nerve racking time, you must be on cloud 9 to have your little bundle of joy! Bertie (same name as my late grandad) is just gorgeous, huge congratulations!!xxx

[Jaky76 in reply to Cinderella5]

Ah thanks my dear... Lovely message.. Yes hands slightly full but came on to check how it's going for you.. Yes on cloud 9..just starte at Bertie and think... He's mine... And still can't believe it... He is truly amazing and love him you pieces Already. Ah that's sweet he has same name as your grandad.... Got everything crossed for you.. Lots of love Jackie xxx

[Fredaflintstone]

Congratulations- so glad you got there in the end and now have your beautiful boy xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Fredaflintstone]

Thanks for your lovely message... Wishing you all the best xxx

[tiger-cub]

Omg congratulations dear

He's gorgeous xx

[Jaky76 in reply to tiger-cub]

Thanks so much.. I think so... Proud mummy xxx wishing you all the best xxx

[Lorry1984]

What a lovely ending to your difficult journey. He is so cute! Thanks for sharing. Really picked me up on a difficult day. xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Lorry1984]

Ah thanks.. Sorry to hear that you having a bad day but glad I could pick you up.. I always read through daily everyones stories and focused on positive endings... Wishing you all the best xxx

[sanj76]

What a wonderful post jaky.... many many congrats on your bundle of precious joy..... so so happy for you

[Jaky76 in reply to sanj76]

Thanks Sanj, and really hope you are getting on well with your little lady.. Lots of love Jackie xxx

[cls37]

Congratulations - such an amazing story!!! Your little boy is beautiful x

[Jaky76 in reply to cls37]

Ah thanks.. I'm very proud.. Wishing you all the best xxx

[Leesalou]

Wow congratulations his gorgeous xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Leesalou]

Thanks very much.. All the best xx

[Lynnr54]

Huge congratulations! He’s gorgeous!

[Jaky76 in reply to Lynnr54]

Thanks very much.. Wishing you all the best xxx

[Sabnon]

Aww such a beautiful story, you almost made me cry 😢

Congratulation for your babyboy . I wish all good health and happy life for your precious baby 😘

[Jaky76 in reply to Sabnon]

Ah thanks.. Almost hey.. I cry at an instant at moment.. Hormones! Wishing you all the best xxx

[Squeak2]

Congratulations xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Squeak2]

Thanks xx wish you all the best xxx

[Kyell2]

Congratulations, he is a very handsome boy. Enjoy every moment x

[Jaky76 in reply to Kyell2]

Many thanks, I think so.. Proud mummy alert. Xx wishing you all the best xxx

[ICSIBaby86]

Wow what an amazing story and an amazing woman you are !! Thank you so much for the positive story ! ❤️ all the best to you and little Bertie ! Xxxxxx

[Jaky76 in reply to ICSIBaby86]

Ah thanks for the lovely message... Wishing you all the best too xxxx

[Daxi16]

Gorgeous story congratulations xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Daxi16]

Many thanks.. Best wishes to you too xxx

[Scarlett13]

Wow what a long hard journey you have been on. All those years and you never gave up despite your divorce, despite being on your own, despite your miscarriages, despite not using your own eggs....you did it!!! You are brave and strong. Inspiring and motivating. Thank you for sharing. Bertie is perfect x

[Jaky76 in reply to Scarlett13]

Ah thanks for the lovely message... Very much appreciated... Along road but but worth it now he is here.. Wishing you all the best too.. Lots of love Jackie x ☓

[Saf4Naz]

Thanks for sharing your story and congrats your such a strong women proud of you x

[Jaky76 in reply to Saf4Naz]

Thanks for your lovely message.. Wishing you all the best too xxx

[Saf4Naz in reply to Jaky76]

Your welcome and thanks x

[vic77]

wow what an amazing story and unbelievably strongoing woman...stories like these give us all hope and when you feel like giving up which I do right now it is worth digging deep and reading your story has helped me today to regain a wee bit of hope ..thank you and hope you and Bertie are well xxx

[Jaky76 in reply to vic77]

Ah thanks... Ah I know that feeling too well but you will find strength again.. It comes in waves, and sometimes you need to go off the rails as such to then come back and ride it again.. Wishing you all the best, lots of love Jackie xxx

[Kelly-03]

You have been through so much, what an amazing lady you are. Your dream and miracle has come true. So happy for you xx

Congratulations xx

[Jaky76 in reply to Kelly-03]

Thanks so much for your lovely message.. Wishing you all the best xxx

[jenny34]

Huge congratulations and love. Brought tears of happiness to my eyes. Enjoy every minute with your precious boy xxxxx

[Jaky76 in reply to jenny34]

Thank you so much.

Wishing you all the best too xxx

[Clare_lou]

Ah Jackie, he’s beautiful! You truly are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing, I’m having a difficult time at the moment and this has really helped me today. Huge congratulations to you and welcome to the world Bertie! He’s clearly a fighter, just like his mum! Xxx

[Jaky76 in reply to Clare_lou]

Ah thanks for such a lovely message... Sorry to hear that you having a bad time at the moment.. Hope that the sun comes out from the clouds really soon for you... Lots of love Jackie x

[Petree86]

Congratulations x

[Jaky76 in reply to Petree86]

Thanks very much. Best wishes Jackie x

[Sjmackel]

Amazing story. I am 15 weeks pregnant and used donor sperm too so its lovely to read this. Congratulations! x x

[Jaky76 in reply to Sjmackel]

Ahhhhh huge congratulations 🎊 fab news... Hope all is going well? You going to find out if you are having a boy or girl at 16 weeks? Enjoy your pregnancy 🤰. Lots of love Jackie xxx 💋

[Sjmackel in reply to Jaky76]

Ah thanks Jackie. I've had a tough pregnancy so far as had a large hematoma pretty much from week 1, so a lot of bleeding and one instance where I was sure it was all over. But now that the baby is a little bigger I feel more confident. I am actually at the hospital next week for a reassurance scan so am going to ask if they can tell the sex then, though I know they may not be able to. I am hoping for a boy and I love the name Bertie too as my grandad was Herbert and a lovely lovely man.

So happy for you. x x

[Jaky76 in reply to Sjmackel]

Oh bless you... Sorry to hear that you had a tough time in your pregnancy so far... Hopefully will calm down for you very soon... Hope it clear on scan to tell sex... I was exactly 16 weeks and mine so clear I was carrying a boy. Good luck 🍀 and that's lovely about your grandad... Wait to hear your updates.. Loads of love Jackie xx 💋

[localgrandma]

Such a beautiful story and I'm literally in tears right now at work. I wish you nothing but the best XXx

[Jaky76 in reply to localgrandma]

Ah thanks. Lovely message. Hard years but worth it now. Wishing you all the best xxx

[forMoira]

Dear Jaky,

It is so lovely to see the picture of your gorgeous boy and hear your story. I am also going to be a single mum with donor eggs and my ex partner's sperm, which he very kindly froze for me. I will send you a pm. I would love to make friends with other single mums in a similar position to me.

I had two failed IVF rounds with my own eggs and then moved to donor eggs. This time I am pregnant but it is still very early days.