Me, You, & Who?! Creating happy families via egg donation and surrogacy

S3E18 Who?! From Heartbreak to Baby Hawk: Ashley's Journey through Infertility & Surrogacy


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Summary

In this heartfelt episode, Ashley Harris takes us on her deeply personal journey through infertility, adoption, and surrogacy. Starting with her childhood dreams of adopting, Ashley shares how the years brought both unexpected joys and painful struggles. After multiple failed IUIs and IVF cycles, compounded by the emotional toll of miscarriages, Ashley and her husband decided to explore surrogacy. This life-changing decision led to the birth of their son, Hawk. Through the ups and downs, Ashley reveals the crucial role of community support, the intertwining of grief and gratitude, and how her faith evolved as she faced and overcame these challenges.

Takeaways

-Ashley and her husband faced infertility after years of trying to conceive.
-The decision to pursue surrogacy came after multiple failed IVF attempts.
-Ashley emphasizes the importance of community and support during infertility.
-The emotional toll of miscarriages and chemical pregnancies was significant.
-Faith played a crucial role in Ashley's journey, evolving through trials.
-The relationship with their surrogate, Christine, was built on trust and gratitude.
-The birth of their son, Hawk, was a culmination of years of struggle and hope.
-Ashley continues to grieve the losses they experienced along the way.
-Celebrating motherhood comes with acknowledging the hardships faced.

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