AW: Our announcement video

[peanutmuse]

I decided to share this here, since I have made it a public video on YouTube. I feel very strongly about being open about infertility and pregnancy loss, to stop the stigma associated with these issues. That is why I decided to go public about our sometimes painful and sometimes happy journey.  

Anyway, just try not to stalk me, mmmkay?  (I kid, I kid.)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=pANfiML5jE8

[sophiegrace]

I'm at work and tearing up before even clicking on it. So I'm making what I think is a wise decision and going to wait until lunchtime. Thanks so much for sharing with us.

[peanutmuse]

May 11, 2016 7:56:53 GMT -5 sophiegrace said:

I'm at work and tearing up before even clicking on it. So I'm making what I think is a wise decision and going to wait until lunchtime. Thanks so much for sharing with us.

With pregnancy hormones and knowing the general gist of the story.... yeah, probably a good idea! haha

[goldenlove3]

I should have followed sophiegrace. I'm holding back tears at my desk right now. Wow, that was beautiful peanutmuse! What a crazy journey you've been on. So glad your little girl is doing well. BTW, your son is seriously adorable!

[peanutmuse]

May 11, 2016 8:03:51 GMT -5 goldenlove3 said:

I should have followed sophiegrace . I'm holding back tears at my desk right now. Wow, that was beautiful peanutmuse ! What a crazy journey you've been on. So glad your little girl is doing well. BTW, your son is seriously adorable!

Thank you! We got his hair cut a few days before the pics. 4-5 inches cut off in some places, haha. 

[cookswithwine9]

Really beautiful! So happy for your rainbow!

[shedreamsincolor]

That is beautiful. What a journey you and your husband have had to come to this place. Everything crossed for an uneventful, easy rest of your pregnancy.

[rory5280]

Beautiful video. And beautiful family!

[grapefruits]

Just beautiful.

I love your DS's red hair!!

[calindi]

Oh, the tears! Oh man.

And I didn't realize you knew you're having a girl? That's fun! I can't wait to find out.

[sophiegrace]

Watched it 20 minutes ago and I'm still crying. Mascara running, ugly faced crying. I'm not even sure anymore if it's for you, for me, everyone who knows the feelings of loss, or what. But, damn, it really hit me hard. Thank you again for sharing. I probably need to start breaking down these walls I've built up a bit.

[peanutmuse]

May 11, 2016 12:29:14 GMT -5 sophiegrace said:

Watched it 20 minutes ago and I'm still crying. Mascara running, ugly faced crying. I'm not even sure anymore if it's for you, for me, everyone who knows the feelings of loss, or what. But, damn, it really hit me hard. Thank you again for sharing. I probably need to start breaking down these walls I've built up a bit.

I am glad not that it hit you hard, but that it affected you. That was kind of the idea. Opening up about it has helped me a great deal. I was an angry, angry person for a long time. The road can be so isolating.

And also, as I mentioned a few times, the heterotopic thing -- it was impossible to find anyone who had gone through it and was still "around" to talk about it. That was very hard for me, to not have anyone to talk to about it, who had been through it. I need to add some tags to it, so that it will come up if anyone else searches for that topic.

[dashook]

peanutmuse, it is a beautiful video and I'm really glad you made it. I hope it touches someone who may be having similar struggles.

[buckyb]

I knew I made the right decision to watch this at home. I'm a mess. Thank you for sharing peanutmuse.

[hangry]

That was just beautiful. Thank for sharing it with us and with all your friends and family. People should understand what your journey was (is) and I'm sure it will help many people in the future.

[ClassyMrsA]

What a lovely and moving announcement. Totally got all teary while putting L to bed watching it. Thank you for sharing with us.

[ashleysyn]

I looooove it. I was teary-eyed the whole way through. Doesn't help that I love that song! It's been one of my favourite for years. Beautiful video.

[nuggetrn]

That was absolutely beautiful. I am so happy for you guys and so thankful for the medical staff at your hospital.

And OMG your son's hair!! Gorgeous.

[tallblonde]

Finally was able to watch on my laptop (couldn't on my phone for some reason) - it's beautiful!