22. Turners Syndrome, Donor Egg & Sperm IVF for SMBC Lily

08/22/23 • 36 min

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In this episode, we hear the incredible journey of Lily, who was diagnosed with Turner's syndrome at the age of 15. Turner's syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects one in 2,500 female births, characterised by the absence of part or all of one X chromosome. This condition leads to various health issues, including heart problems, hearing loss, short stature, and most importantly, fertility challenges.

Lily always dreamt of becoming a mother and took on a nurturing role early in life, caring for her younger sister. After a few failed relationships and considering her fertility challenges, Lily decided to pursue motherhood through either adoption or a donation process. Given the complexities of her condition, she had to undergo hormone treatments and growth hormone injections to help her grow physically and prepare for fertility treatments.

She embarked on her journey to parenthood by using both egg and sperm donors. Her first attempt at IVF was successful, and she gave birth to her son. However, her second attempt resulted in a failed transfer, which brought its own set of challenges. Lily later learned that her son also had a genetic condition, and she had to focus on getting him diagnosed and receiving proper support.

Determined to have another child, Lily saved up money for a third attempt at IVF. She traveled to Barcelona, Spain, for the treatment, and this time, the process went more smoothly. Lily underwent acupuncture and followed various rituals, including eating pineapple and wearing warm socks, as per popular beliefs to enhance IVF success.

Through perseverance and the support of her friends, Lily successfully completed her third IVF transfer. Currently, she is seven weeks pregnant and experiencing all the emotions that come with early pregnancy. She is hopeful and excited about the journey ahead.

Throughout her journey, Lily faced challenges, but she never let her condition hinder her dreams of motherhood. Her story highlights the resilience, determination, and love that can lead to fulfilling dreams and creating a beautiful family, despite the obstacles life throws our way. We wish Lily the best in her pregnancy and celebrate her courage in sharing her amazing journey with us. Tune in to this episode for an inspiring and heartwarming account of determination to become a mother despite the challenges of Turners.

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21. Becky Morrison - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Author Of The Search For The Magical Egg

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In this episode we had the pleasure of hearing from Becky Morrison, also known as Nurse Becky, a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Alberta, Canada, who has experienced incredible resilience and strength throughout her journey. She has faced six miscarriages, one ectopic pregnancy, and to her shock had a stroke whilst holidaying in Hawaii. Despite these challenges, Becky successfully had a son through egg donation and went on to write a series of children's books to address and reduce stigma surrounding fertility issues.
Becky's fertility struggles began in her early 30s, and she initially believed she would easily conceive. However, she faced difficulties and went through failed IUIs and a miscarriage. She then experienced an ectopic pregnancy, resulting in the removal of one of her fallopian tubes. To relax before starting IVF, Becky and her husband traveled to Hawaii, where she unexpectedly had a stroke.
Returning to Canada, Becky discovered she had suffered a stroke and feared it would hinder her chances of trying to conceive. After a year of recovery, including heart surgery, she received approval to undergo IVF with certain limitations. However, despite multiple attempts with her own eggs and her husband's sperm, Becky faced more miscarriages, causing her mental health to deteriorate. In her lowest moment, Becky was struggling despite her background as a mental health nurse practitioner. On the day of her final IVF attempt, she rushed home to take a pregnancy test, hoping for a positive result. However, the ongoing challenges took a toll on her mental well-being.
“You have to take care of your holistic self. It's not just not drinking alcohol, eating healthy. You have to also work on your mental health because your mind and your brain controls the rest of your body. So it comes down to ‘what can I control’? Because a lot of the things we lose control of when we go through fertility treatment, however, we can take control of our holistic health. That’s what we can do and be okay with.”
Tune in to this episode for an inspiring and heartwarming account that will leave you inspired.
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23. Heather's Story of Premature Menopause and TESE

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In this episode, Heather's journey towards parenthood took an unexpected turn, filled with challenges and self-discovery.

In her own words, Heather reflects on her earlier naivety when it came to conception and pregnancy. Having effortlessly conceived her first born in her twenties, Heather believed that expanding her family would not pose any difficulties. Little did she know that this next chapter of her life would prove to be challenging.

Before Heather could even consider having another child, she and her husband faced a significant hurdle—his vasectomy. Initially, her husband was hesitant about the idea, and they found themselves on different pages.

However, Heather's determination prevailed, and together, they decided to pursue a reversal procedure. While many professionals cautioned against it, they proceeded with a TESI procedure (Testicular Sperm Extraction). It wasn't an easy decision, and it took time for Heather to convince her husband that it was the right path to take.

Following the TESI procedure, Heather dove headfirst into her first cycle of trying to conceive. However, she soon faced a setback. Her doctors expressed doubt about the process, given her age and underlying perimenopause symptoms. Although she initially remained optimistic, the truth was eventually revealed—premature menopause. It was a harsh reality to accept.

Nevertheless, Heather's spirit refused to be defeated. She swiftly redirected her focus to exploring the option of using donor eggs. Even before her own cycle was canceled, she had already begun researching and considering this alternative path. Deep down, Heather felt a profound calling to pursue this route. It was as if her dreams and intuitions were guiding her towards this pathway to motherhood.

One fascinating aspect that Heather shared was the vivid dreams she experienced, where she envisioned herself holding her future baby. “there was a calling of my heart that this was something that we wanted to do. It seemed a little bit supernatural. I kept having really vivid dreams about having the baby in my dream.”

It was as if an unexplainable force was urging her to embark on this journey. The energy and determination she felt resonated with the belief that these unborn souls choose their parents and guide them on their path. This realization brought Heather solace, confirming that her calling was not in vain. To witness Heather’s incredible journey of hope.

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