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Jacqueline's avatar

Your story resonated with me as someone who felt they were trapped in an echo chamber of repetitive pregnancy announcements.

I had a codependent relationship with my uterus— I didn’t drink, I exercised, I read books, and would have danced naked in the rain if it meant my uterus would be prime for bringing a small soul into the world. In this process of cultivating a happy and healthy uterus, I discovered I had fibroids. I was convinced that this was the only thing standing between me and a baby, until I suffered devastating miscarriages. This is the part of the conception saga often overlooked because it’s painful to tell people that you can come within inches of what you want and still come out empty handed.

I commend you for your vulnerability and strength to share your experience. More people need to hear that they are not alone, and that sometimes, the light we so desperately need comes from the stories of other women that have lived these experiences.

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Irene Kim (김애린)'s avatar

I'm so glad you're talking about this at a time that finally feels right for you. You have no obligations to anyone, but I know your experience will touch others who are going through the same. As I was reading this, I was so frustrated for you. I kept wishing you'd find that specialist who would truly hear you and give you the space you need. Is it the physicians themselves, or the system that only gives them 15 minutes?

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