A Tale of Two Continents, Three Religions, Five Infertility Doctors, and an Oscar

Waiting for Daisy: A Tale of Two Continents, Three Religions, Five Infertility Doctors, an Oscar, an Atomic Bomb, a Rom

by Peggy Orenstein

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My journey to motherhood was anything but conventional. It spanned two continents, three religions, and five infertility doctors. It was a roller coaster of emotions, from the depths of despair to the highest peaks of joy. But it was a journey that ultimately led me to my greatest treasure—my son.

I was born and raised in a small town in the Midwest. I always dreamed of having a large family, but when I got married and started trying to conceive, I quickly realized that it wasn't going to be as easy as I thought.

After a year of unsuccessful attempts, I went to see my doctor. He ran some tests and diagnosed me with unexplained infertility. This was a devastating blow. I had always taken my fertility for granted, and now I was being told that I might not be able to have children.

I was referred to a fertility specialist, who put me on a course of Clomid. This medication helped me to ovulate, but I still didn't get pregnant.

After six months of Clomid, my doctor recommended that I try intrauterine insemination (IUI). This procedure involves placing sperm directly into the uterus. I had three IUIs, but none of them were successful.

By this time, I was starting to lose hope. I had spent thousands of dollars on fertility treatments, and I was no closer to getting pregnant.

I decided to take a break from fertility treatments and focus on my mental health. I started seeing a therapist, who helped me to cope with the emotional toll of infertility.

After a few months, I started to feel stronger. I decided to try one more time. I went to see a new fertility specialist, who recommended that I try in vitro fertilization (IVF).

IVF is a more invasive procedure than IUI, but it also has a higher success rate. The process involves harvesting eggs from the ovaries, fertilizing them with sperm in the lab, and then transferring the resulting embryos back into the uterus.

I had my first IVF cycle in 2010. It was a long and difficult process, but it was ultimately successful. I got pregnant with twins, but I miscarried at 12 weeks.

I was devastated by the miscarriage, but I didn't give up. I had another IVF cycle in 2011, and this time I was successful. I gave birth to a healthy baby boy in 2012.

My journey to motherhood was long and challenging, but it was worth every ounce of effort. I am so grateful for the doctors who helped me to achieve my dream of becoming a mother. I am also grateful for the support of my family and friends, who were there for me every step of the way.

If you are struggling with infertility, I want you to know that you are not alone. There are many people who have been through the same thing. There is hope. With the right treatment and support, you can achieve your dream of becoming a parent.

Here are some tips for coping with infertility:

• Find a support group. There are many support groups available for people who are struggling with infertility. These groups can provide you with emotional support and information.
• Talk to a therapist. A therapist can help you to cope with the emotional toll of infertility.
• Take care of yourself. Eat a healthy diet, get regular exercise, and get enough sleep. These things can help to improve your overall health and well-being.
• Don't give up hope. Infertility can be a long and challenging journey, but it is important to stay hopeful. With the right treatment and support, you can achieve your dream of becoming a parent.

I hope that my story has inspired you to never give up on your dreams. No matter what obstacles you face, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

Waiting for Daisy: A Tale of Two Continents, Three Religions, Five Infertility Doctors, an Oscar, an Atomic Bomb, a Rom

by Peggy Orenstein

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	358 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	254 pages
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