Don’t give up. Sensitive post

[Kirmie]

Hi. I found this message board invaluable during my ivf cycle at the start of the year so I wanted to share my journey in the hope that it will help some of you.

Our infertility was unexplained, although I’m pretty sure it was my endometriosis that was causing problems. After 3years of trying (everything) it was my acupuncturist who encouraged me that it was time to get help.

Luckily there wasn’t a long wait so when we were referred in November last year we began a long protocol of IVF in January. In March 6 eggs were collected. I was disappointed on the number as I had around 20 follicles leading up to collection. But I was told again and again that it only takes one and it’s quality not quantity.

After the agonising wait we had the call that 5 of the 6 had fertilised and we would be having a transfer on day 5. Day 5 arrived and we ended up with 3 high grade embryos, one was transferred and two were frozen.

Another agonising wait, this time the two week wait, which we’re all so familiar with, we got a positive pregnancy test. We just couldn’t believe it. I went into the first cycle thinking it was a trial run and not believing that it could work first time.

Our daughter was born on 4 Dec after a very easy and stress-free pregnancy (I’m convinced that anyone with fertility issues don’t complain when pregnant) and is the best present we could have wished for. After many years of disappointment and miscarriage we know exactly how lucky we are

So please don’t give up x

[Emmaxxx]

Congratulations she is beautiful. What a lovely Christmas present xx

[FrancyItaly]

Congratulations on the arrival of your beautiful baby girl and thank you for sharing your story!

[amyw_15]

Such a lovely post! Congratulations! 💕 xxx

[Tugsgirl]

Congratulations xx

[Elynn]

Wonderfully encouraging thank you. Your sweet girl is adorable.

[Hidden]

Thanks for your encouraging story. Congrats! She is a gorgeous baby!!!

[Afrohair]

She’s gorge congratulations !❤️❤️

hope you don’t mind me asking what stage endometriosis you have ?

Gives us endo girls hope x

[Kirmie in reply to Afrohair]

Thank you. I was told I have severe endo although fortunately I don’t find it dehabilitating like some do. My last laparoscopic surgery was in 2016 and it hasn’t been too bad apart from when I went on the pill to start IVF. That was the worst pain I’d experienced. Luckily it was just the hormones and didn’t last.

[Afrohair in reply to Kirmie]

I’m in the diagnosis process and think I have r v endo they put me on the pill for 3 month and it feels worse than it did hope to have a lap soon.shes absolutely beautiful and it’s great the ivf worked 1st time xx

[Cinderella5]

Simply gorgeous!xx

[JojoWash]

So lovely to see positive endings, so often don’t get it see when it goes right! Congratulations you must be absolutely amazed! What a beautiful little girl ❤️

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi Kirmie. Welcome to the world precious daughter. Lovely to see her and to hear of your success. xxxxx’s for Daughter and a BIG hug for you. Diane

[Affinity289]

Thank you for your uplifting post. Bringing hope to others along our journey! 🤞🤞🏼🤞🏿

[sadievalentie]

Hi Kirmie! How are you? I hope you are doing well. I am so happy for you. Congratulations on your beautiful baby. I am glad that things finally worked out for you. I agree with you, we should not give up. Giving up is not even an option in this journey. Look at that beautiful baby, that's your reward for not giving up. I got my baby after 10 years of trying, so no matter how much time and effort it takes, it's worth it. Thank you for sharing this here Kirmie, it will inspire a lot of people out there. Take care of that beautiful baby. Stay blessed. Bye!

[Alyssa123]

Hi Kirmie! I hope you are doing great. That is such a cute baby. He looks like a sleeping prince. Don't make any sound or you will disturb him haha. Your post is so motivating. It's a great thing that you are sharing this here. No one should give up on this journey. If you don't give up, you will also become parents of a baby like this. So think about it, if you stop trying today, you will never be able to hold that beauty in your hands ever. And trust me, there's no feeling more beautiful than that. I hope you understand. Thank you for inspiring people. Stay blessed. Take care of yourself. Bye!

[Core]

Congratulations xx

[LorrieWalden]

Hey Kirmie! How are you hon? It feels so good to see that things finally worked out for you. Congratulations on your baby. He's so adorable. Your post is giving such a positive vibe. It's a great thing that you shared your story here. People need to know that it's possible. No matter what you are facing, you can still make it work. If one treatment will not work for you, then the other treatment will work. So with some patience and efforts, you will be able to get through it. I will pray that this baby stays safe from the evil eye. My blessings are with you and your family. Take good care of yourself. Goodbye!

[nT455]

She's gorgeous!! Congratulations! It paid off in the end! Xx