Mother's Day Reflections

As I "celebrate" my second monther's day, I must take a moment to pause for everyone out their wishing to be first time, second, third or more times around mothers. As a society I think we are becoming more aware, and maybe even sensitive, to primary infertility. However, I think there is still a large lack of awareness for secondary infertility. Many people are fortunate to have 1, maybe 2, children without any medical intervention, and then for a variety of reasons might no longer be able to conceive on their own. Many people know they can't conceive on their own and will need medical intervention for anytime they want children. And here is the kicker - no one thinks you have an issue - we are quick to judge if someone doesn't have any children that maybe they are having issues - but we don't think about it after they have one. For us we must deal with the same struggles we dealt with the first time around - when to go to the doctor, what to tell people, where can we save a little more money from to make this work? I am ecstatic to be able to hug my daughter and celebrate this hallmark day with her. However, in the back of my mind there is always that thought will mother's day be more than 1 for me sometime soon?

To all the mother's out there - whether you got to this point naturally or with medical help - may you always see the joy and love your child/ren bring you. For those waiting to be mothers - I hope your prays are answered speedily and by next mother's day you will be holding a precious bundle in your hands.