Depression

Lee, I can sympthaize with you I was told about 18 years ago I probably never have children because I had lost one tube because of a cyst and the other had scar tissue and I was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian disease. Well low and behold I was put on a drug for one month that is used as a fertilaty drug (sp?) to stop a period that wouldn't stop and without trying I became pregnant about 4 months later while also taking birth control pills to control my period. So don't give up hope miracles do happen. You might look into foster care my sister does that in the last 4 years she has had 6 kids that have been put up for adoption 4 of them less than a year old. Nancy

Leanne, I feel so badly for you. I don't know what to say. I know how strong the maternal and paternal urge for a baby gets and can be all consuming. Nothing is ever 100% one way or the other...is there a chance that a pregnancy might happen? Your doctor is soo very insensitive!!! He doesn't belong in this field with people desparate to conceive. I just wanted to give my support to you and your husband and will pray that God might consider a miracle for you. Warmly, Paula

Lee, Sorry for the late reply, but I haven't been here in about 9 months!! I just wanted to let you know that you are not alone in the fertility thing... I'm 37 yrs old and found out that I'm going through menapause due to chemo at 21yrs old. My husband and I were trying to get pregnant ourselves and I was trying every little gadget that I could find to tell me when I ovulated... well, it never happened. Last January my OBGYN told me that my levels were way off and I would never be able to produce an egg at this point. My world fell apart! I am in the process of being matched up with a donor as we speak. As with you, it's a very expensive journey that we are taking (luckily our insurance will cover some of the expenses, but not all). The hormone shots are a thrill... between the mood swings and the insatible hunger!! My point is, keep your head up and pray! I unfortunately don't have any magic words to make it all better, but thought that it might help knowing that you are not alone in your struggles! I'm sure you've done the fake smile and "We're trying" to the family and friends that continually ask you about being pregnant. Seems relentless sometimes, doesn't it?! Stay positive any way you can and continually call your insurance company about coverage... Mine turned me down the first 4 times I called and finally it kicked in! Just like with the WLS, you have to play the "game" to get coverage. I also wanted to say that you look great in your picture and at least you have won that battle.... The battle I'm still struggling at! I still have roughly 45 - 50lbs to lose after having the surgery 2/5/04. I joined Weigh****chers and it's coming off very slowly, but at least it's coming off! I'll get there one day! Good luck to you and your husband and I'll keep you both in my prayers!