Infertility has been a painful condition for many reasons; one of them is the feeling of exclusion from the lives of many with families. Those of us battling infertility are struggling to face daily the prospect that something so “normal” may never be attainable for us. It often makes me feel isolated and sad. Additionally, as common as infertility is, it is often a private battle for many. Many couples don’t want to share their struggles with others, as that may not be helpful to them. This makes it difficult to be part of something that is just as “normal” nowadays, which is infertility. I find myself connected to others though blogs, books, on-line materials, all of which is quite a faceless way to be part of this very special community. I have a few friends, who are also battling infertility, and I am grateful for them; however, I would be more grateful if they got pregnant!!! We lean on each other as much as we can, share stories, tips and provide a lot of encouragement.
There are many others out there with infertility stories that break your heart. While it makes me cry to watch their stories, it also makes me feel more normal and gives me the strength I need to not give up, to go on and keep trying.
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