In this heartwarming episode, Kelly shares her unique journey of expanding her already big family through surrogacy, the unexpected twists, and the sheer determination that made her dream a reality. Discover how Kelly and her husband navigated financial challenges, international decision-making, and the arrival of not one but two new bundles of joy. Tune in for a story of resilience, love, and the lengths one will go to make a dream come true.
Below are the key takeaways from this episode:
- The journey to their baby girl was swift and filled with determination. Even after an initial attempt with their own eggs and embryos failed, they did not give up and moved forward with the egg donor quickly.
- Despite the ongoing war in Ukraine, Kelly and her husband chose a Ukrainian clinic due to financial considerations and found their experience to be positive and well-supported by the clinic's staff.
- Kelly and her husband are expecting another baby boy in January through surrogacy, which means their two youngest children will be 5 months apart. This decision stems from their deep desire to have a large family.
- Kelly advises families to be proactive and resourceful, sharing that finding a job with surrogacy benefits helped them financially. Her key message to other parents is not to give up on their dreams and to actively search for solutions to make their dreams of parenthood a reality.
Achieving Dreams with Determination: "Just do not give up because if it's meant to be, it's gonna happen and you just have to look for it. It's not just gonna come to you." - Kelly
Your host, Maria Feekes, can be found online at:
https://www.smartpathfertilityintl.com
