NIAW

I posted this image on my Instagram account…

In honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, I am proud to say that we are one of the #1in8couples who struggle with the disease of infertility.  I’m proud that I’ve walked in the shoes of someone who suffers from a disease that can seem too taboo to talk about.  I’m proud, because through amazing doctors, nurses, treatments and prayer we were able to conceive our sweet little boy – I’m forever thankful.  Even though we’re faced with a bigger battle as we work towards baby #2 – we’re comforted by the infertility community and our wonderful clinic who gives us so much support and love.  I am proud, because I know and trust in my heart that soon, we will be parents to another precious baby.

I’m proud that I’m walking through a journey where we can relate and lean on so many other women and families who are suffering and in pain.  There is no secret that we are #1in8couples who long for children, but we’re grateful for our community, our wonderful doctor, our amazing IVF nurse, our friends and acupuncturist who have made this journey easier.

Infertility is something that consumes your every thought, every second of the day… and it has for the last 6 years of our life.  I’m so thankful for and all of our friends who aren’t fighting the fight, who have stood by our side, prayed with us, lifted us up and helped us find our “why”. In honor of NIAW and I’m here to support the millions who are suffering and here to promote the greater awareness about infertility.  I salute all of my infertile warriors.  I know I’ve been through a lot, but I know others who have been through even more.  This years NIAW is “start asking” and intended to motivate all that are part of the infertility community to commit to the cause.  My wish is that more couples and families can find comfort to talk about their journey and to lean on others for support.  I hope my voice and speaking out will help those who have not found theirs yet.  It’s ok to talk about it.  It’s ok to ask people to pray.  Take a break from the silence and start asking.

Don’t be embarrassed, be hopeful, you aren’t alone!