Two different IVF cycles, two totally different results. Two IVF cycles, two totally different MINDSETS. How positivity during our fertility treatment led to success: We began our IVF journey in 2017.  After trying naturally for a year, we were ready to move on.  I was tired of negative pregnancy test after negative test. Going in […]

At the start of our fertility journey, I did a LOT of research.  I spent HOURS scouring the internet and looking at all the options and choosing an infertility doctor.  I stumbled upon Advanced Fertility of Chicago‘s website and it was SO informative.  One of the key pieces of information I got from the site […]

My friend asked me, “Is it worth it? Is the emotional, physical, and financial stress really worth it?”  If you had asked me a year ago, I would have said “I don’t know.”  But today, today I say “1000%, absolutely, without a doubt, the infertility journey is worth it.”   Every single painful injection, every dollar […]

“Look Colin, look what I have!”  I exclaimed in the courtyard of the Four Season’s Orlando resort.  Colin’s straight face brightened up as he saw me holding a bandaid.  A bandaid!  How unique is it that a 2 year old finds bandaids interesting!  Colin didn’t want candy or cookies, he just wanted some Incredibles-themed bandages! […]

Standing outside the Four Seasons Orlando resort, I say, “Liam, give your sister a hug.”  Liam turns towards Stella and squeezes her tightly, showing just how much he loves his sister.  You can tell that Liam has a big heart and lots of love for his family.  Full of personality, he kept wanting to do […]