COLUMBIA, Tenn. (WSMV) - One woman is shedding light on the silent struggles endured by millions of people across the nation as Mother’s Day approaches. National Infertility Awareness Week serves to empower those navigating the challenges of starting a family.
It is a struggle Rachel Johnson, a mom-to-be from Maury County, knows well. She hopes to inspire others to persevere despite the difficulties on their path to motherhood.
Rachel’s journey towards motherhood has been challenging.
After a year of trying to conceive, filled with countless negative pregnancy tests and unanswered questions, Rachel found herself grappling with the emotional toll. However, just when she began to lose faith, she captured on camera the culmination of her deepest longing - a positive pregnancy test. She and her husband, Patrick are looking forward to meeting their little miracle.
Over the past year, Rachel worked closely with her healthcare provider.
After undergoing tests and consultations, she made the decision to try letrozole, a fertility drug. After just one cycle, Rachel received the news she had been praying for - she was pregnant.
Rachel’s story is similar to the experiences of countless women across the United States. About 10% face challenges in conceiving or maintaining pregnancy, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
In the face of adversity, Rachel is encouraging continued perseverance and collaboration with fertility specialists.
“Don’t give up hope until you go through everything,” she advises, acknowledging the immense emotional burden of infertility. “It’s hard to say don’t give up hope, but I would say don’t give up hope until you go through everything.”
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