How Do I Face My Greatest Fear Of Being Childless

”You’re running out of time,” said my OB/GYN following my latest exam. Does she think I don’t know my own age? I wondered. “The last time we talked, we discussed that this is the best time for you to get pregnant,” she continued. “So what’s going on?” It took me a moment to process the gravity of what my doctor was saying. I felt my stomach drop and tears begin to form as I thought about how my greatest dream was slipping away. I’ve always wanted kids. In fact, I can’t imagine my life without any. Yet, time is passing by and I’m not closer to motherhood. I cleared my head and responded, “I understand. At this point, I may have to proceed on my own.” “ Well, I hope that’s not the case. In the meantime, I think you need to talk to a high risk doctor about your autoimmune condition to see how it would affect you during a pregnancy. Right now, your blood work looks good, you’re at a great weight and your exam was perfect. However, I’ve never had a patient like you. Do you know of anyone else with IGG4-RD that’s had a baby?” “No and neither has my rheumatologist. All I know is my body overreacts to any virus, incision or changes of any sort. It might not be kind to a fetus. Combined with my PCOS, bringing a child to term won’t be easy.” “Ever consider a surrogate?” I want to see and feel my child growing just like other women, I thou...
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