http://www.resolve.org/support-and-services/for-family--friends/infertility-etiquette.html
Interesting article one of my former infertile friends past on to me. I say former because with her last IUI, she's now expecting twins. Good to know that there can be good news with this journey. However, I found out bad news yesterday from another friend. They were preparing for their adopted baby in about 3 weeks, but the adoptive mom changed their mind. As this article describes, there are so many going through this journey and whatever avenue selected, it's hard on the couple emotionally, physically, and financially.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Thankful
Yes, we've been pretty quiet on the blog lately. Our lives have been busy and not a lot to report on our infertility. I like staying busy. I don't like to just sit around and I don't want to give myself time to think. My period started a couple days ago, which means we have been trying to get pregnant for 20 cycles and it hasn't worked.
Like I had posted before, I just need some time with God. I ordered a book called "Surviving Infertility." It has really been amazing and is really blowing my mind. It reminds me of how awesome God is and His power and it has given me a whole new peace that I haven't been feeling during this process.
A friend also recommend "Jesus Calling" to me. It's a daily devotion book and it has been an uplifting and amazing way to start my day. I'm feeling so close to God and really in awe of how great He is.
Through this books, I can feel the bitterness and negativity falling away from my heart. I'm still sad and confused when I think of our infertility, but I no longer expect answers from everything we've gone through. I'm just waiting and praying. I don't feel as sad either. Normally day one of my period can expect an emotional breakdown, but I felt ok. Since we didn't do a procedure, I didn't really expect it anyway.
Also, my little Jeter has been a great distraction. I absolutely love being his mommy. He is the cutest, most loving puppy I've seen and it brightens my day when I get to see him. I love how he comes running to me every day I get home and covers my face with kisses. We have quickly become obsessed with this little guy, but we would love to make him a big brother.
Yes, I'm still very bummed I'm still not pregnant, but I'm very thankful for the life I've been blessed with. The past few weeks my prayers have been focused on giving thanks to God. I realize I can never thank Him enough.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:6
Like I had posted before, I just need some time with God. I ordered a book called "Surviving Infertility." It has really been amazing and is really blowing my mind. It reminds me of how awesome God is and His power and it has given me a whole new peace that I haven't been feeling during this process.
A friend also recommend "Jesus Calling" to me. It's a daily devotion book and it has been an uplifting and amazing way to start my day. I'm feeling so close to God and really in awe of how great He is.
Through this books, I can feel the bitterness and negativity falling away from my heart. I'm still sad and confused when I think of our infertility, but I no longer expect answers from everything we've gone through. I'm just waiting and praying. I don't feel as sad either. Normally day one of my period can expect an emotional breakdown, but I felt ok. Since we didn't do a procedure, I didn't really expect it anyway.
Also, my little Jeter has been a great distraction. I absolutely love being his mommy. He is the cutest, most loving puppy I've seen and it brightens my day when I get to see him. I love how he comes running to me every day I get home and covers my face with kisses. We have quickly become obsessed with this little guy, but we would love to make him a big brother.
Yes, I'm still very bummed I'm still not pregnant, but I'm very thankful for the life I've been blessed with. The past few weeks my prayers have been focused on giving thanks to God. I realize I can never thank Him enough.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:6
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