Jerry and I started this blog so that we could keep family members and friends updated on the progress of the upcoming arrival of our twin girls. We hope that our story will help others who might be going through the same challenges we faced in trying to start a family. It's been a long road, but I felt the need to share the story of our miracle girls ...
About 3 1/2 half years ago, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 endometriosis and a large cyst on my right ovary. After an extensive surgery, I was given a clean bill of health. We knew that we had a small window of opportunity to conceive a child before the endometriosis would come back. We tried to get pregnant for several months, even trying different medications to help the process, but had no success. We were heartbroken, but we trusted in God and knew he had a plan for our lives. We knew we had exhausted all of our options with the exception of one we had dreaded for so long ... IVF (In-vitro Fertilization).
We finally decided to go see the IVF specialist in Jackson, Dr. Randall Hines, to see what our options would be. After a very emotional office visit, we were told that IVF was our only viable option. We were given a large packet of information on how much it would cost, and Dr. Hines told us to call when we were ready to take the next step. After looking at the cost of IVF, we knew there was no way we could afford it without God providing a way. We prayed earnestly that if this was what God wanted for us, then HE would allow it to happen. God provided me with a new job that had incredible insurance. After calling the insurance company to inquire about IVF, they told me it would cover the cost of the medications and the actual process. God is amazing, and we give all the praise and glory to HIM!
We started the IVF process at the beginning of January 2009. I would like to say that it was so easy, but it was not. I would not have gotten through it without my wonderful husband and God looking over us. The daily shots and medications make you feel good sometimes and awful the next, but Jerry and I had an incredible support group surrounding us. Once the process was completed, we had to wait. It was the longest 2 weeks of our lives, but we just kept praying. On February 3, 2009, we found out we were pregnant!! It was long awaited, and we could not have been happier. We told family and close friends who had been praying for us, but we waited to confirm the pregnancy through ultrasound to let the world know! On February 11, 2009, we found out we were having twins, and so here we are today--3 weeks left before our miracle girls arrive!
"God performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, and miracles that cannot be counted" Job 5:9
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Jerry and Beth,
ReplyDeleteWe are so excited for you! God is everpresent, walking with you through the difficult time of waiting, and will hold your hand throughout the delivery. He cradles Eva and Ella in His hands. Oh, what a great family you will be!
We love you,
Uncle Gary and Aunt Donna
I am so excited to hear about the arrival of your two precious babies!! Isn't the feeling amazing? Enjoy every moment with them!! :)
ReplyDeleteShelly Russum (Cliff's sister-in-law)
I love their room!