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Our Answered Prayer

January 4, 2019 · In: IVF

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Four and a half years. Three infertility specialists. Two rounds of IVF. Thirty-five doctor appointments. Seventeen ultrasounds. Twenty-one blood draws. One hundred and fourteen injections. One Sonohyst. Dozens of pills. Two egg retrieval surgeries. Two embryo transfers. Thousands of dollars. Depression, anxiety, isolation. Hope, support, faith.

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Last I updated you guys on our infertility journey, we were in the middle of our second round of IVF and just finished up with our egg retrieval surgery. They collected fourteen eggs which was great, but as the process goes, we only ended up with two embryos we could use.

Well, at the beginning of November on a very snowy day, we transferred one baby embryo, and just like the last time, we prayed our little hearts out. However, something was different this time. Deep down I just had this gut feeling, whatever the outcome, we would be okay.

So unlike our first cycle, I decided early on during our “two week wait”, to take an at home pregnancy test. They advise you not to because the injection you take right before surgery is an HCG shot, and that is what is detected in the at home tests to decipher if you are pregnant. So you could get a false positive. I waited the amount of time they say that drug lingers in your system, then I took a test.

Our Answered Prayer

It was positive. I immediately started crying. I was in shock. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. So I took another one. It was positive too. We were excited, but cautious. Nine positive tests later (yes, I took nine over the span of a week), I was still anxiously waiting for our doctor appointment for blood work to confirm.

Our Answered Prayer

Our first blood test confirmed it. Then our second blood test confirmed it. Then our first ultrasound came and we got to see that little flutter on the screen. And our second ultrasound came and still, the little flutter was there, growing so fast. Filling my heart with so much happiness, I cannot even tell you. I still couldn’t come to grips that this was real.

But it is real. WE ARE PREGNANT!!! I still can’t believe I get to type those words and share this news with you all. As of today I am 11 weeks and 4 days along, due July 22nd. There will be no gender reveal, because not many things during IVF are a surprise, we want to wait until we meet our little one to know the gender.

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So if you noticed my little break on here, this is why! First trimester has been kicking my behind, and I have been so sick from this little baby growing. But I have to tell you, I have never been more happy to feel so crappy in all my life!

Our Answered Prayer

We are on cloud nine, and enjoying every single part of this long awaited journey. This baby is already loved so deeply, I don’t think he or she will ever fully understand just how much. I will officially be a momma, and that just makes my heart explode into a million pieces.

Thank you all so much for coming along this journey with us. For your prayers, your messages, your kind words. It means the world. And the journey continues!

GOD IS SO GOOD. AND HIS TIMING IS PERFECT.

I should be back to posting regularly next week! So stay tuned!

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By: Ashley Broviak · In: IVF · Tagged: Infertility, IVF

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  1. cassie says

    January 6, 2019 at 3:33 pm

    Just recently found your site and started reading old posts b/c I LOVE your style. But am so happy for the reason for your absence! What a miracle! We had to wait years for our babies too…and it is SO worth the wait 🙂 Congratulations!

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:44 pm

      Such a compliment! And thank you! I’m so glad you got your happy ending too!

      Reply
    • Anna says

      February 7, 2021 at 6:14 pm

      Congratulations!

      You already are a Momma! – that little bub is as real as it is ever going to be:)

      Praying for God’s peace, grace and protection over you and the little one!

      Reply
  2. Carol says

    January 6, 2019 at 10:45 am

    Congratulations!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:43 pm

      Thanks Carol!

      Reply
  3. Diane says

    January 5, 2019 at 8:00 pm

    Isn’t it amazing how God is right on time. Been praying for you 3. We experienced it 35 years ago and God is still blessing us.

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:35 pm

      It is truly amazing! I am still pinching myself everyday! Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Debbie C says

    January 5, 2019 at 7:40 pm

    So very thankful! God is good all the time! He is “showing out” now with this pregnancy! Praying for the next 29 weeks to be uneventful as this baby grows and grows and grows!! God bless you and your little one!!!

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:34 pm

      Thank you so much Debbie!

      Reply
  5. Kellee says

    January 5, 2019 at 12:21 am

    Tears! So happy for you and your husband! My nieces both went through what you have gone through, and it is grueling to say the least. God is so good!

    Reply
  6. Lisa says

    January 4, 2019 at 10:40 pm

    I could not be happier for you guys!! Such amazing timing! That little one is going to be so loved.

    Reply
  7. Dina says

    January 4, 2019 at 6:43 pm

    Awwww Ashley what precious news!!! I can’t even begin to know your journey but I do know God’s word says those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy. Psalm 126:5-6. God be with you & his angels watch over you. God Bless & praying for this miracle of life

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:32 pm

      This touched my heart in so many ways, thank you for that Dina!

      Reply
  8. Nancy says

    January 4, 2019 at 6:29 pm

    All good things come to those who wait patiently! I am so happy for you and your husband, Ashley! I told you I would pray for you, and have I ever! I look for posts from you every day and when I didn’t see any over Christmas, I just kept praying and praying. God bless you and your baby for a healthy future.

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:31 pm

      I appreciate you so so much Nancy! Thank you for all those prayers! THEY WORKED! XOXO!

      Reply
  9. Sherry Darlington gton says

    January 4, 2019 at 6:25 pm

    Such wonderful news! Blessings on your little family!

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:30 pm

      Thank you kindly Sherry!!!

      Reply
  10. Zenda says

    January 4, 2019 at 4:25 pm

    I am SO happy for you two!!! I’ll be praying for a happy, healthy Bsby and Mommy!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:30 pm

      Thank you so much for the prayers! SO appreciated!

      Reply
  11. Colleen says

    January 4, 2019 at 4:13 pm

    Yes!!!!! Congratulations!!!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:29 pm

      YES is right! Thanks so much!!!

      Reply
  12. Gabby says

    January 4, 2019 at 3:58 pm

    So happy for you Ashley! God is so good!!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks Gabby! We are so excited!

      Reply
  13. Kate says

    January 4, 2019 at 3:42 pm

    That was one amazingly inspirational post! Thank you for sharing and CONGRATULATIONS!! We’ve been trying for almost 2 years- just started down the infertility path.

    Reply
  14. bonnie says

    January 4, 2019 at 3:00 pm

    Blessings heaped up! SO Happy for you and your family. Will be praying for you

    Reply
  15. Dawn says

    January 4, 2019 at 2:29 pm

    Congratulations to you and your hubby! I will be praying for you, as you await this precious little one’s arrival.

    Reply
  16. Pamela Smith says

    January 4, 2019 at 2:24 pm

    Congratulations! So exciting and can’t wait to hear about your pregnancy journey and beyond!

    Reply
  17. Wilma says

    January 4, 2019 at 2:13 pm

    God is so good….congratulations

    Reply
  18. Jonita says

    January 4, 2019 at 1:55 pm

    Congratulations to you both, so happy for you and God has answer your prayers.

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:27 pm

      Thank you Jonita! So much!

      Reply
  19. Carolyn Conner says

    January 4, 2019 at 1:01 pm

    Dear Ashley,
    I read your post and my tears just flowed. As a mother of two sons, and a grandmother now, I am so happy for you. I will be praying for you and am just overjoyed for you! This is such a blessing!
    God Bless,
    Carolyn

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:27 pm

      Awe Carolyn, this is so sweet! Thank you for sharing in our excitement!

      Reply
      • carolyn says

        January 9, 2019 at 9:00 pm

        You are soooo welcome! Have fun getting ready and nesting!
        God Bless, Carolyn

        Reply
  20. Mercedes says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:37 pm

    Congratulations to you both! So so happy for you, GOD is GOOD!!

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:25 pm

      GOD IS SO GOOD! Thanks Mercedes!

      Reply
  21. Sarah Jo Andrassy says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    God’s perfect timing!!! May not be ours, but he sees the big picture and patience is hard! Congratulations to you and keeping the faith!!! Truly blessed……all the best with the little one.

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 9, 2019 at 8:24 pm

      Definitley a lesson learned! Thank you so so much Sarah!

      Reply
  22. Julie Briones says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:29 pm

    So, so thrilled for you! God is good, all the time… even when it may not LOOK like it to us! Congrats to you and your hubby!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 9:00 pm

      I completely understand it all now, the timing, and waiting. Its crazy! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  23. Sandy says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:19 pm

    Congratulations! God is good.

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:48 pm

      He is! Thank you!

      Reply
  24. Deb Pelton says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:12 pm

    Not enough words to tell you how happy I am for you both! You will be an awesome mama. My birthday is July 3rd-perfect day for a birthday. Around here It’s when mist if the fireworks are. I had my kids convinced for years that they were for me!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:47 pm

      I’m so so happy to have a summer baby! I think it will be so much fun! And thank you for the kinds words, means a lot.

      Reply
  25. Aimee says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Bless Your Pea Pickin’ Heart!

    CONGRATULATIONS MAMA & DADDY!

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    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:46 pm

      LOL! Thank you Aimee! We are thrilled!

      Reply
  26. Lori says

    January 4, 2019 at 12:04 pm

    So abundantly happy for you… when I saw the strip
    of sonogram photos, I squealed!! God is good and His timing is always perfect!!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:46 pm

      Perfect timing for sure. I get it now! So thankful, and thank you!

      Reply
  27. Darlene says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:59 am

    God Bless you and your husband, the perseverance has been rewarded. So special for you both! God is Good!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:45 pm

      God is SO GOOD! Thank you so much!

      Reply
  28. Terri says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:58 am

    I’m in tears reading this! I HAD noticed you being off and especially during Christmas. What an amazing thing to see today! I’m so so happy for you and pray for a healthy baby and momma.

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:45 pm

      Oh gosh, thank you! I figured some of my regular readers would notice 🙂 I’m so happy to share this will all of you guys!

      Reply
  29. Claire says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:43 am

    Congratulations. So happy for you!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:44 pm

      Thanks Claire!

      Reply
  30. Cindy says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:41 am

    Such wonderful news. I don’t blame you for taking so many tests. This little one will be so loved. I’m very excited for you and your heart is overflowing with joy, love and excitement. Congrats again and again.

    Cindy

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:44 pm

      Cindy, thank you! Its been a long road but so so worth it. So overjoyed!

      Reply
  31. Nina Cheryl says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:38 am

    My heart is full of joy for you Ashley! You have worked HARD for this. Blessings to you and your husband and your precious, precious little growing human.

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:43 pm

      Oh my, thank you so so much!

      Reply
  32. Laurel says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:33 am

    Congratulations! You’re already a mama—the only one your baby has! ????

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:40 pm

      Awe, well thank you for that! Means the world!

      Reply
  33. Karen says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:29 am

    Congratulations! So happy for you both!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:39 pm

      Thanks Karen! Appreciate it!

      Reply
  34. Karen says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:22 am

    I am so thrilled for you both!! What a journey. But you know what? Sometimes the best of what life gives makes us work the hardest! God bless you both and that little flutter in there!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:39 pm

      Gosh, that is really the truth isn’t it? Thank you Karen!

      Reply
  35. Liz says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:20 am

    Wonderful news! Congratulations to you and your husband.

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:38 pm

      Thank you Liz!

      Reply
  36. Amy Rohl says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:19 am

    So very happy for you all. Yes, God is good! Nothing but best wishes on this journey.

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:38 pm

      Means so much to us, thanks Amy!

      Reply
  37. Chris says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:17 am

    His timing is perfect indeed. Heartfelt congratulations!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:38 pm

      It sure is! Thank you!

      Reply
  38. Linda says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:17 am

    Wishing you total love on your journey. Congratulations!!!

    Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:37 pm

      Thank you Linda! I appreciate that so much!

      Reply
  39. Carol G. says

    January 4, 2019 at 11:13 am

    Rejoicing with you. God bless you all.

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    • Tommie says

      January 4, 2019 at 12:45 pm

      So thankful for your good news. Praying all continues well.

      Reply
      • Ashley Broviak says

        January 9, 2019 at 8:25 pm

        Means a lot to us Tommie, thanks so much!

        Reply
    • Ashley Broviak says

      January 4, 2019 at 8:37 pm

      Thank you so so much Carol!

      Reply

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