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Carrying a Dream: A Surrogate's Pregnancy & Birth Experience (Part 2)

A surrogate shares her emotional journey from embryo transfer to delivery, highlighting the profound impact on both her and the intended parents.

Finding Hope After Years of Heartbreak: Laura & Dave's Story

From three miscarriages to IVF success, a grateful couple shares their emotional fertility journey and how one tiny embryo brought them their miracle...

A Winding Journey to Single Motherhood by Choice: Elizabeth's Story

Elizabeth's path to motherhood as a single mom by choice is an inspiring tale of resilience, love, and courage for any hopeful parent facing...

From Unexplained Infertility to a Family of Four: Kate & Tom’s Story

A couple shares their challenging journey through PCOS and unexplained infertility, and how two tiny, perfect embryos helped build their family.

How IVF Helped Us Grow Our Family After Cancer: Heather & Mike's Story

Grateful parents Heather and Mike share their difficult journey, which included major obstacles like endometriosis and breast cancer.

The 2-Year Journey to Our Rainbow Baby | Katrina & Kevin's Story

A couple's two-year journey through fertility challenges and loss leads to the birth of their rainbow baby, offering hope to others facing...

The Pain of Terminating a Wanted Pregnancy | Maureen & Melissa's Story

A same-sex couple shares their experience with termination for medical reasons (TFMR) and how they healed as a family.

Our Rainbow After the Storm of Infertility | Jennifer & Alex's Story

Hear how one couple's emotional journey through infertility and loss led them to the birth of their rainbow baby and the newfound joy of parenthood.

Battling Male Factor Infertility to Become a Father | Joe's Story

After becoming a dad with the help of IVF, one dad shares why he feels it's so important to talk about men's fertility issues.

A Long Road & A Late PCOS Diagnosis: Megan's Story

One PCOS patient's difficult journey through years of trying to conceive with medicated cycles, IUI, and IVF treatment.

Accepting My PCOS Diagnosis to Build Our Family | Natalie's Story

After receiving an unexpected PCOS diagnosis, Natalie shares her experience conceiving with the help of IUI and what's next for her family.

Coming to Terms With Unexpected Infertility | AmyKate & Brian's Story

After trying to conceive for three years, a couple makes the difficult decision to seek help from a fertility doctor.

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"We are forever grateful to Dr. Murdock and all of the incredible people at Illume Fertility. There aren’t enough words in the world to thank them properly and show our gratitude."

Alicia | Mom to Avery

“We were drawn to Illume Fertility because they were very much aligned with our needs as an LGBTQ+ couple. Many fertility clinics showed images of same-sex couples on their websites, but didn't have anything specific to offer like Illume did.”

Rosa & Jackie | Moms to Ethan

“After 2 unsuccessful IUIs and an endometriosis diagnosis, our baby boy was conceived through our first round of IVF. We’d like to thank all of the doctors and staff, but especially Dr. Richlin, for helping make our dreams come true by bringing our baby boy into the world.”

Nicole | Mom to Alexander (Endometriosis, IVF)

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"It was important to us to work with a doctor and a clinic that really embraces the LGBTQ+ community, and it was immediately clear that the entire Illume Fertility team truly derives joy from helping us grow our families."

Tim & Steve | Dads to Ben & Lucy

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