My Own Two Feet-A Single Woman’s Road to Baby
My Own Two Feet-A Single Woman’s Road to Baby
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$10,000.00
Fundraiser Goal -
$1,575.00
Funds Raised -
332
Days to go
Amanda Fietz is organizing this fundraiser.
Campaign Story
My name is Amanda. I began my journey to become a single mother by choice October 2024. I have dreamed of nothing but becoming a Mother. My life didn’t take the general route, getting married and then kids, and being 38, I know that my clock is ticking slower now. I have been doagnosed with “unexplained infertility” and also have Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism which contributes to my struggles. I made the choice to go this journey alone. I want nothing more to become a Mom. I am a furmom and an Aunt to 2 (and to several more non-biological family) and I love showering them with love. I just want a child of my own to give all my love to.
I started with an HSG procedure, donor screening panel, carrier screening panels, and then moved forward with IUI cycles. I have unfortunately had 6 failed cycles plus purchasing 2 rounds of donor sperm and all meds and prior procedures. I have been going all of this completely out-of-pocket as my health insurance has ZERO fertility coverage and on a single income. My journey is now needing to pivot towards IVF. I am already $16K into my infertility treatments and IVF will add another $20K minimum (not including the meds).
I unfortunately am not blessed with the route of conceiving a child at no monetary cost. I have taken a loan out but that will more than be depleted going into IVF. I am facing the choices of figuring this out to complete my dream of being a Mother, or just calling it quits knowing that I will never know that joy.
I appreciate any help big or small. I understand we all face different financial burdens throughout life, so anything given is so greatly appreciated.
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11-23-2025
Moving on to IVF
Well….I am moving forward with IVF. This is the practical road to go but oh so daunting guys. The financial and the unknown are the worst. The costs of the procedures plus the medicine are😲. Then the unknown if this will even work. I could spend thousands of dollars and still end up empty handed. I mean, I am kind of already there if you really want to know. I am looking into grants I can apply for and fundraising ideas. I have something in the works I think I will post for Xmas time.
Also, the delay sucks. I have paid my deposit and am on the waitlist to be scheduled. I am trying to take as a positive as I can get through the holidays without all that stress or meds during that time, but the delay at my age is excruciating. I mean every day feels like closer and closer to \”the end.\” I mean, I am going to 39 in 46 days. 😑
And then, there is this weird feeling of like wishing I had just gone straight to this. Had I known I would be 6 failed rounds in, I would have. It makes you feel dumb. Like I should\’ve known. I should\’ve not \”wasted\” this money on the IUI. It\’s such a weird space. I know there is no way I could\’ve or should\’ve known, but it still is there like a little devil on your shoulder. The intrusive thoughts that come are so REAL.
So, that\’s where I am right now. I am just waiting to get a call to get on the schedule. TBD…
Reach out if you are or have gone through this process or similar feelings. -
01-26-2026
I start IVF in 40 Days
I can’t believe I have 40 days to go until I start IVF. Boy, I didn’t think I’d have to go this route but here I am. I cannot give up on my dream at this point. I am still actively working on raising more funds to help with my meds and such. I don’t think people fully realize the costs. I haven’t even started IVF and I am $17K+ in right now.
I am trying to research what I might need for preparation for this journey and get everything prepared. If anyone of you have been through this process, please send me your tips, tricks, need-to-knows, all of it!! Trying to read posts on Pinterest is so daunting LOL.
So, in honor of 40 days out, can you give $4 to my fertility fund? Nothing is ever too small.
Thank you all for reading this far, and all your prayers and support. And please share if you find it in your heart.
#fertilityjourney #TTC #IVFjourney #tryingtoconceive #fertilitytreatment #fertilitysupport #hopefulheart #hopeshurdlesandbruises
| Name | Donation | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Rachel Gallant | $100.00 | January 30, 2026 |
| Joanna & Ricky Fietz | $75.00 | January 30, 2026 |
| Amy Bazan | $50.00 | January 30, 2026 |
| Lisa Ross | $100.00 | January 28, 2026 |
| Paul Cunningham | $20.00 | January 27, 2026 |
| Jamie Hinds | $30.00 | January 27, 2026 |
| Sue Fietz | $200.00 | January 27, 2026 |
| NaNa & PaPa Fietz | $512.00 | January 27, 2026 |
| Karen Robertiello | $40.00 | January 27, 2026 |
| Sherry Rollins | $8.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Jessica McKenrick | $40.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Ron Pluto | $40.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Erin Friend | $20.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Brandi Peltier | $20.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Amber Scott | $100.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Julie Brim | $10.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Shelley Stevenson | $10.00 | January 26, 2026 |
| Siobhan Wallace | $100.00 | January 24, 2026 |
| Jessica Channell | $100.00 | January 24, 2026 |
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