Dec 27 2006
Step One
Hubby and I are taking the first step toward becoming parents. Tomorrow we have an appointment with an infertility specialist to see if in vitro fertilization is a valid option for us. It’s been one year, almost to the day, that I had a laparoscopy/hysteroscopy/D&C and was diagnosed with endometriosis. Since then, my ob/gyn has been trying to convince me that I should see an infertility specialist sooner, rather than later. After all, I’m not getting any younger, she reminds me every chance she gets.
Well, life certainly has a knack of getting in the way and this was no exception. Truthfully, I had been waiting to finish my schooling, which would significantly reduce my stress level, and hopefully elevate my chances of a successful conception, in vitro or otherwise. When I finished my last class at the end of October, I called the specialist my ob/gyn recommended and made an appointment.
We’ve heard many things about this particular specialist; one of which is that he has an excellent success rate and that he is touted as one of the best infertility specialists on the island. In the next breath, former patients will usually admit that can be a little brusque. I tend to prefer doctors with a gentle bedside manner, but I will gladly forsake that in lieu of a successful in vitro attempt. I guess if you’re the best, you can afford to act like Dr. House. Well, hopefully he isn’t that rude, but hopefully, he is that good.
I am trying not to get my hopes up too high. In fact, I am not even allowing myself to be cautiously optimistic. We will wait and see. And pray. A lot.
I thought that it would be appropriate to start documenting this from the get-go. So, without further ado, here’s my latest vlog entry talking about my upcoming appointment with the infertility specialist.
A 30-something Christian girl, blissfully wedded to her perfect match (the yang to her yin) of 14 years. Living life in Hawaii, less than 5 miles from her hometown, a slave to her mortgage payment, but seeking balance in her pursuit of family, faith, recreation, and rest.
Good luck and thinking of you and your hubby!
So early in your vlogging career, you’ve seized on both its power and immensely personal potential. My wife and I were revisiting your “resolutions” entry just last night and speaking hopefully about your plans to conceive. That you’ll further share this journey in front of the camera is amazing, and most appreciated.
No wonder you’re TIME magazine’s Person of the Year!
Godspeed, malama pono… we’ll keep you and hubby in our prayers. We look forward to the rest of the story, and have high hopes for a happy ending. And beginning!
You folks would make wonderful parents. You are in our prayers!
i’ll be crossing my fingers and toes for you and hubby! i will be there to support you no matter what!!! luv ya!
Wow Donna,
I have to hand it to you. Your honesty is inspiring. It is awesome how you can take something so personal as conceiving a child and be perfectly comfortable and up front about the process (and challenges). I think it really says a lot about a person who can be honest about who they are. It show a true groundedness, something I aspire to but am not there yet.
Keep on twittering the posts. I will be there to share in the journey and wish you all the best in 2007. May your jouney be a fruitful one.
Gassho,
Burt
Prayers continue for you in this area and now that I see the very personal vlog entry, I am more inspired to stand in the gap for you both and beseech our loving God for a speedy blessing in this area for you!
Yes, we all know someone who has experience in this area…I can count three couples that I personally know who have gone through this…one of which failed sadly after three attempts only to have God bless them naturally several months later with a nice pink strip on the test stick!
Looking forward to seeing the baby bump vlogs!
I think I know which doctor you’re seeing. If I’m right, you couldn’t be in better hands!
Hope everything turns out well!
i can’t believe it took me this long to find you donna (thank-you ryan)
hello, new internet obsession!
i love your writing. i love the videos. i love your life. i love your dog. i will say a prayer for your future family.
HAPPY NEW YEAR.
i think everyone else has said what i’m thinking, but lemme just give you my best wishes and hope that everything works out for you guys! i’ll keep on watching and reading!
i’ll be praying for you guys! i’m still catching up on your vlogs and i absolutely love them. it’s like you’re sitting here talking to *me*! and yes, i’ve had a few friends who’ve been quite successful w/ invitro. and i really know what you’re feeling in terms of dealing w/ endo. ganbatte!
wow! you’re hot! you
need to be on tele, donna!
love the idea of the videolog
and i will be sending much
baby dust your way! xoxo
fingers crossed for you guys … i hope it all works out for you guys and you have lots of little rug rats soon.