Sunday, April 17, 2011

New direction

I have been thinking a lot lately about what our next move will be. I have thought a lot about adoption and have not felt like that is the right move for us at this point. Surrogacy has been on my mind for the last few months, actually since we got our last BFN. It is kind of a strange thought because physically I should be able to carry and delivery a healthy baby, but there has been this little voice in the back of my mind that has kept the thought of using a surrogate in the mix. Well about 4 weeks ago a dear friend approached DH about being our surrogate. He wasn't sure how I would take it well so he wouldn't even tell me about it at first. When he finally did I felt... relief. I really felt like my body failed our first little embryos. I feel like doing IVF again will result in OHSS and yet another postponed transfer and more FET(s). These thoughts have been some of the major hangups for me. I haven't really moved forward with IVF #2 because I am so scared it will end the same way. Now I know every cycle is different and going to a new clinic will provide different results, but then there is that thought that I can't seem to push away, that there may be more to our fertility issues than just MFI.

After much prayer and thought we have decided to accept my friend's offer and proceed with IVF and surrogacy. I feel like the Lord has been preparing my heart for this option for many months and I feel blessed my friend R is willing to be an instrument in helping us bring our children into the world. I have felt peace and comfort in this decision and such overwhelming love both for and from my Heavenly Father. I don't know why this is the direction I have felt prompted to go, but I want to follow Him, He knows what's best. I have also thought this does not mean I will NEVER be pregnant. It just means that for now we are going to follow this new path.

I feel excited and hopeful once again. I cannot believe someone is willing to do this for us, that she is going to put her family on hold (they have 2 children) to help us. I can't believe she is willing to take all the pills and injections to prep her uterus. I just can't believe someone is willing to endure pregnancy for us. It brings tears to my eyes every time I think about it.

We still have a few things we need to get in order before we proceed. So we are still a few months away. I am going to contact the clinics office sometime this week to see what this new journey requires. I am grateful they employ a lawyer who specializes in all things fertility related. That will be easier than going out and finding a lawyer who does.

I have actually been a little scared to post about this new path because I wasn't sure what you ladies would think. I have not had multiple losses or uterine issues that would push us to this option. I came to this decision after only 1 IVF and 2 failed transfers. Know that it was not made in a day or even a week. It came after lots of prayer and fasting. I hope you will continue to follow our journey to parenthood.

12 comments:

  1. God has a plan for everyone. And everyone's plans are different. You are very blessed you are able to hear and accept his plan for you. Good luck Ill be following!

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  2. Hi there- I don't know if I've ever commented, but I've been following your blog for sometime. Just wanted to say that I'm glad you are feeling at peace with this decision...and really that's all that matters. It really doesn't matter what others think. You have to do what's right for you, and it sounds like this is right for you. Good luck and I'll continue to follow your journey!
    BTW- I had severe OHSS with my retrieval in January and we are doing our first (frozen) transfer on Thursday. I'm terrified....

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  3. Sweetie that's wonderful! I hope this journey starts soon for you and is a wonderful experience!

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  4. I'm glad you have a plan in place and a wonderful friend who is willing to be a surrogate! All that matters is that you have prayed and felt at peace with the direction in which you are suppose to go.

    Good luck!

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  5. One of best friends is in a similar situation- one of her friends offered to be their surrogate! I'm so glad that God has surrounded you with such great friends- praying He uses them to bring your little one into the world!

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  6. So happy for you and very hopeful that this new journey will bring you your baby :).

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  7. Wow, what a big step! Congrats!!

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  8. As you know I'm in the same situation. It is unbelievable to have someone offer to carry your baby. You must be a special person to have a friend who loves you that much!! Best of luck!! If you have ANY question please don't hesitate to email me dreamsofababy@hotmail.com

    GL!!

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  9. What an amazing gift and sacrifice. Wow. It is such a selfless act for her to do this, and it requires tremendous strength and courage on your part to accept it. May you be blessed as you move forward.

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  10. What an amazing friend you have, her offer is such an incredibly selfless loving gift. So happy for you guys as you move forward in this journey, sending prayers and hope for this next step ((hugs))

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  11. grrr. I left a really awesome comment and the internet ate it. :/
    The reader's digest version is this- You are at peace and that says so much about your decision. There is no right or wrong way to the path you choose to motherhood...God puts in our path what is a match for you at this particular time.
    I totally support your decision!!!!!!!!

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  12. Oh wow - that is huge news - cant believe I missed this! Definitely keep us updated with how you are going. It's a huge decision but a great one too. Thinking of you guys xx

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