I wanted to revisit and be able to share a little bit of hope & positivity to anyone reading this, after suffering the heartbreak of an ectopic pregnancy.
I had an ectopic pregnancy on Dec 25th 2020 & lost, not only what would have been my first baby, but my left tube through emergency surgery. I was devastated, empty and it will definitely be an experience I will never forget. A healthy 28 year old, starting a family, nothing prepares you for the emotions you feel & go through.
Fast forward 9 months, I am now currently 19w pregnant with our little miracle, due in Feb 2022. Every day that passes, I’m so grateful. We waited 4 months after surgery to heal, got the go ahead from my doctor, and luckily, conceived naturally on our first try (May 2021). What worked for us, might not work for others, but we were advised take our time, try every 3 days from our doctor & I also monitored my ovulation very closely. I was also diagnosed with an underactive thyroid after the ectopic, so that created problems in itself with my ovulation & menstrual periods returning. Hence the reason I tracked my ovulation very closely.
However, I wanted to share my story, because for days and weeks, I read so many other women’s stories and was quite frankly, terrified at the thought of trying again with only one tube. I wanted to reassure anyone reading this, not to give up, don’t lose hope and have a little faith. Our bodies really are incredible. Good luck to you all. 