That question brings back a flood of memories.
If only it were that easy. I'm not one of the lucky ones who can just 'decide' to have a baby and voila, it happens. Nope, not I.
Truth be told, I've been thinking about baby #2 since before Matthew turned one. I keep praying that we will be able to grow our family, on our own, without any medical interventions. (We can't financially afford IVF right now). I've gotten pregnant on my own before, surely it can happen again, right??!
I know that there are a lot of women out there who would give anything for A baby! Don't get me wrong, I am eternally grateful for my sweet baby boy. He makes me smile everyday and I count my blessings. And just because I have a baby already, doesn't make me forget what it took to have him.
Once an infertile...Always an infertile??!
I'm also reminded that I have NO control over it. I am trying to not let it consume me (easier said than done). All I can do is have faith and put my trust in God. It all happens in His time, not my time.
Love this cute little guy to pieces!
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People have already asked me when we want to have another one. Natalie isn't even six months yet, people need to chill. That thought isn't even something I can process right now. I know it was tough for you the first time, but you never know the second time around. I know you're thankful for your little one but I know that doesn't change your fears for the future.
And what a little darling you were blessed with!
True! you just have to trust God that everything happens in perfect time.
I know what you mean! My mom has been asking since M was 2 weeks old! And she hadn't even met M yet!!!!! This makes me so mad and unfortunately the last time I talked to my mom I lost it. She wasn't there for the 4 years of pain and heartache, the endless doctors appt and the year long depression! People just don't get it. And yes it might happen right away with #2 but why say that to someone with IF, that's just getting your hopes up in a cruel way.... as cruel as your period coming 3 days late! Lol! Get this my fertility doctor the other day asked me what birth control we were using and if we needed a prescription!! Ha! I say just Enjoy your little guy!
I know you said this but be thankful you have a healthy, happy baby...some are not even blessed to have that.
So true, once and infertile, always an infertile. I have wondered if it is even harder being infertile after you have that first miracle baby. Before you do you don't know how amazing being a mother really is, but once you do the desire must be even stronger to have more and give a sibling or two to the wonderful child you have been blessed with. I really hope our Heavenly Father blesses your cute little family with a miracle not involving any medication. You sure do make adorable babies!!
Yes...once an infertile always an infertile. Even with two healthy IVF babies and one surprise and healthy pregnancy...the feelings (good and bad)that come with infertility can never be forgotten. I pray that you can grow your family if and when you want to...God's timing always seems to be perfect. ;)
Once an infertile... I completely agree. It never really goes away. I've been dreading trying for #2 ever since I've had #1! Crazy, right? I hope this journey for you is short and sweet...
I agree with the comment above! You sure do make adorable babies!!!!
I hear ya. It sucks...people really don't get it. Having one kid must've fixed something, I think that's what they think.
Matthew is terribly cute in that picture!
Yeup, I hear you. It's similar with adoption, but yet so different. People who are not part of an adoption triad just have NO CLUE how dificult it is, emotionally, financially...and the fact that we live our entire lives with adoption always at the front of our minds.
Like you, people have started to ask when we are going to adopt #2. Sigh.
Your an IF survivor! Lol but true, it never does go away. Keep trusting in His timing, he won't disappoint you :)
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