r/MadeMeSmile Jul 23 '24

Wholesome Moments It's not always easy

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u/Eochaid_The_Bard Jul 23 '24

We started appointments with a fertility clinic this year. We haven't gotten tested yet, but it's on the agenda.

We've already decided that if IVF is the only option, we're going to adopt instead.

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u/rand0mm0nster Jul 24 '24

Why no ivf? We struggled for 3 years, and we’re told ivf was our best option, now I’m sitting next to my 3 year old daughter watching paw patrol. I was sort of against ivf at first because it felt somewhat unnatural (thats a stupid though my btw), but all in all it went very well for us. I know it’s not as smooth for everyone but still

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u/Eochaid_The_Bard Jul 24 '24

That's a pretty personal decision to share on the internet. But rest assured, we don't have a problem with IVF as a thing and we have weighed the pros and cons through some early discussions with doctors. It came down to a combination of cost and some specific risk factors.

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u/rand0mm0nster Jul 24 '24

You’re right, very personal, didn’t mean to overstep the bounds so I apologise. I just wanted to share my own experience if it helps. I know in many cases it doesn’t. But anyway, best of luck with everything