I just wanted to stop by and write a little about what has happened in the last 12 months. After loosing Sprout we took a lenghty break until November 2012 before doing another cycle of IVF. We were so blessed to find out we were expecting and went about preparing for our little person in our lives. The pregnancy started with a lot of concern as I bled quite heavily but as time went on things seemed to be settling down and we passed each ultra sound with flying colours. Unfortuenately just before 21 weeks I was admitted to hospital with my cervix dilated prematurely to 5cm. I spent 2 and a half weeks on bed rest, but in the end there was nothing that could be done to stop my labour, and our Son Hugo Michael Foote came into this world on the 01.04.2013 at 9:35pm. He breathed and moved.... he lived- the most incredible 2 hours and 25 mins of my life, until he flew with the angels. To say the last 6 weeks has been difficult is to say the least. A heartbreaking and terrifying time that came with risk to my own health, and defnitley the mental health of my Husband and I. We have set up a new blog in memory of little Hugo and hope his life will have a ripple effect on others. We aim to focus our attention on helping other families who experience this devastating loss.
If you would like to visit our blog the address is www.hugoeffect.blogspot.com
Tash x
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Monday, July 2, 2012
And so it begins.... again..
Just a quick post to let you know that we have taken the first step to getting back on the Fertility Treatment Train, after much time trying to heal, I finally brought myself to make an appointment with my Fertility Specialist to start planning our next cycle. Embryo Transfer will most likely go ahead in September.
Having to remain hopefull!
Tash
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Time heals..
Hi Everyone,
Just a quick update to let you guys know that we have been going okay. We have been taking a break from the whole fertility treatment world. We are moving in a couple of months and once we are settled in we will take on the challenge of another Embryo Transfer. We have our four frost babies waiting for us.
Still clinging to hope. Some days are more positive than others.
I have started a new blog about organising the home and diy projects, event planning etc. If you get a chance take a look. http://www.featherdusting.blogspot.com/
Tash
Just a quick update to let you guys know that we have been going okay. We have been taking a break from the whole fertility treatment world. We are moving in a couple of months and once we are settled in we will take on the challenge of another Embryo Transfer. We have our four frost babies waiting for us.
Still clinging to hope. Some days are more positive than others.
I have started a new blog about organising the home and diy projects, event planning etc. If you get a chance take a look. http://www.featherdusting.blogspot.com/
Tash
Monday, March 19, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Destination Unknown
Life is so hard sometimes!
You know the hardest reality I have had to face, as a woman with infertility, is the very real chance that I will grow old and never see my own children play, learn, grow. To face the possibility that I will go to my grave without leaving a future generation. That my family tree will stop at me. That I will never be called Mummy. These things are by far the hardest things to fear and comprehend.
They say every step you take is one step closer, but what if you don't know which turn to take or where to stop- destination unknown.
Hope is something we all can normally muster. Though there comes a point when hope runs out.
So not only am I heading on a journey to this unknown place but now I've also run out of fuel. Some may call this reaching a crossroad or maybe it's more like driving into a wall. I know one thing, it's going to take every part of me to put on my running shoes and find a spot to refuel and find some guidance.
Today I lost something beyond comprehension. It took some of me with it and I will never be the same.
Reality is hard to deal with when you no longer can find an illusion or a dream to hide between.
Me
You know the hardest reality I have had to face, as a woman with infertility, is the very real chance that I will grow old and never see my own children play, learn, grow. To face the possibility that I will go to my grave without leaving a future generation. That my family tree will stop at me. That I will never be called Mummy. These things are by far the hardest things to fear and comprehend.
They say every step you take is one step closer, but what if you don't know which turn to take or where to stop- destination unknown.
Hope is something we all can normally muster. Though there comes a point when hope runs out.
So not only am I heading on a journey to this unknown place but now I've also run out of fuel. Some may call this reaching a crossroad or maybe it's more like driving into a wall. I know one thing, it's going to take every part of me to put on my running shoes and find a spot to refuel and find some guidance.
Today I lost something beyond comprehension. It took some of me with it and I will never be the same.
Reality is hard to deal with when you no longer can find an illusion or a dream to hide between.
Me
Thursday, March 1, 2012
IVF ICSI UPDATE
Hi Everyone,
So just a quick update on this cycle. I had my Embryo Transfer on Tuesday and all went well. Still in a small amount of pain and some nausea, but overall feel like I'm on the mend. In the end four embryos made it to the stage where they could be frozen. We are really happy with these results.
I won't be updating to much from now on, and we understand people's curiosity and care, but we would ask that people don't ask us the results of this transfer. We will be very happy to share with everyone, but it is very difficult for us to celebrate early on and if it is unsuccessful we will need our space. Thank you for your understanding.
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the messages of support we have received. We truly are grateful.
Positive Thoughts!
Tash
So just a quick update on this cycle. I had my Embryo Transfer on Tuesday and all went well. Still in a small amount of pain and some nausea, but overall feel like I'm on the mend. In the end four embryos made it to the stage where they could be frozen. We are really happy with these results.
I won't be updating to much from now on, and we understand people's curiosity and care, but we would ask that people don't ask us the results of this transfer. We will be very happy to share with everyone, but it is very difficult for us to celebrate early on and if it is unsuccessful we will need our space. Thank you for your understanding.
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the messages of support we have received. We truly are grateful.
Positive Thoughts!
Tash
Friday, February 24, 2012
Day 12- IVF ICSI 2
Hi There,
Just a quick update to let you know we have had good news.
From the 10 Eggs we have 8 Embryos. 1 egg was immature and one Embryo succumbed already.
I will be bugging the lab tomorrow and Sunday although the nurse wasn't sure if they would take calls over the weekend otherwise I'll speak to them Monday. Embryo Transfer is booked for 7:30am on Tuesday.
Still feeling a little under the weather but hoping my body resumes normal functions soon.
Tash
Just a quick update to let you know we have had good news.
From the 10 Eggs we have 8 Embryos. 1 egg was immature and one Embryo succumbed already.
I will be bugging the lab tomorrow and Sunday although the nurse wasn't sure if they would take calls over the weekend otherwise I'll speak to them Monday. Embryo Transfer is booked for 7:30am on Tuesday.
Still feeling a little under the weather but hoping my body resumes normal functions soon.
Tash
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