At the start of the year, I made a decision. I wanted to talk about trying for a baby while it wasn’t working: to speak at the same time as when things were going wrong, not when I could look back on a horrible experience with the safety of distance.
Sep 24, 2022·edited Sep 24, 2022Liked by Emma Barnett
I really needed this today. I’ve never understood that when I’ve heard it from other people but today, believe me, this was exactly the piece I needed to read. Thank you x
Congratulations Emma and very well done, that’s so wonderful :)
As a fellow Jew and fellow IVF warrior, everything you say resonates so exactly. Our son was the result of our 3rd IVF attempt. My husband isn’t Jewish and has two children from his first marriage - when we told them I was pregnant, they went and bought the baby a present. I had a complete meltdown. It was too soon, too early, I hadn’t even bought anything yet! I know they meant well…
I then did not , like you, unpack anything till right at the very end. When I allowed myself to buy the first babygrow, well into the third trimester, I burst out crying in the shop - and still didn’t take it out of the bag when I got home….
Congratulations Emma. Everything you say echoes. There is so much unknown with an ivf pregnancy and caution, but always hope. I don’t think I will ever relax into it. Take care and thank you for sharing your thoughts. And much love to everyone reading who is still struggling through infertility. X
Congratulations Emma, I can’t help but say that. My heart is happy for you and I agree it is a mysterious business. I believe your husband being with you helped. Bless you, I am wishing all good things for you. Continue being your lovely self 💕
Oh Emma, such great news. As ever, your articulate all the complexities so beautifully. Wish you health, peace and lots of happy moments to come x
I really needed this today. I’ve never understood that when I’ve heard it from other people but today, believe me, this was exactly the piece I needed to read. Thank you x
Thank you for sharing such hopeful news with us in such a helpful way. With very, very best wishes X
I'm so very pleased to hear this wonderful news
Sending best wishes for the future to you and your growing family
Mazel tov!
Everything crossed for you. And ground spat on.
Congratulations Emma and very well done, that’s so wonderful :)
As a fellow Jew and fellow IVF warrior, everything you say resonates so exactly. Our son was the result of our 3rd IVF attempt. My husband isn’t Jewish and has two children from his first marriage - when we told them I was pregnant, they went and bought the baby a present. I had a complete meltdown. It was too soon, too early, I hadn’t even bought anything yet! I know they meant well…
I then did not , like you, unpack anything till right at the very end. When I allowed myself to buy the first babygrow, well into the third trimester, I burst out crying in the shop - and still didn’t take it out of the bag when I got home….
So happy for you x
Congratulations Emma. Everything you say echoes. There is so much unknown with an ivf pregnancy and caution, but always hope. I don’t think I will ever relax into it. Take care and thank you for sharing your thoughts. And much love to everyone reading who is still struggling through infertility. X
Searingly honest, so refreshing and eye opening for someone like me who has been lucky. You do inspire x
So pleased for you. As the Swedes would say, I am holding my thumbs for you all.
A brilliant article conveying the best of news.
That’s great news Emma. May you and your bump stay healthy and happy. Absolutely delighted for you x
Beautifully written piece. Thank you for raising awareness.
Smiling and so pleased for you, Emma.
This news made my morning!
May you have a good pregnancy and birth, and feel the joy of this, more and more each week. You deserve every bit XX
Lovely news. Sending best wishes for ongoing pregnancy.
Beautifully written and good news to celebrate. Happy New Year for your news xx
Congratulations Emma, I can’t help but say that. My heart is happy for you and I agree it is a mysterious business. I believe your husband being with you helped. Bless you, I am wishing all good things for you. Continue being your lovely self 💕