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, here’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.

02-08-2026

Be a Part of My Puzzle

I am doing a puzzle fundraiser to help with the costs of IVF and here’s how it works:
I have customized a puzzle. Each piece will represent someone who donated to help me with Baby.
🩷Each puzzle piece will be $10
🩷You can choose to buy 1,2,3,5,10 or 20 pieces. There is no limit.
🩷Your name will be written on the back of each piece you represent!
🩷Once the puzzle has been completed, I will hang it in a double sided frame in the nursery. This will be a beautiful keepsake for me and Baby to cherish forever! I will always look back and be reminded of your generosity and investment in my family! You will be a part of completing the missing piece to my puzzle.

There are a few ways to purchase your puzzle piece(s).
🩵You can donate on my fundraising site https://giftofparenthood.org/fundraiser/amandafietz/
🩵You can send via venmo – @afietz
🩵You can send via Paypal – @AmandaFietz
🩵You can send a check to my home (DM me for me address :))
🩵You can always just come see me as well and bring your donation.

If you have any questions feel free to call, text, message or email me at anytime. I do know this is a lot to ask of my friends and family and are so thankful and appreciative of all of your help. All of your prayers and well wishes have really helped keep my spirits up and for that we are so grateful for you all.

To any of you who have already given a blanket donation, I am adding your names (but you can totally buy more). 💗💓
Thanks so much!

02-14-2026

Happy Vday - 3 weeks out

Well I am 3 weeks out from starting my meds. I started on birth control a week ago and boy, yesterday was ROUGH! I’ve also been dealing with bouts of dizziness and thought that was behind me then the crazy nausea yesterday was the icing on the cake.

I took myself for a Vday IV therapy at Rejuvenate Health & Wellness (highly recommend) and then have been taking the rest of the day easy. I tell you, the things we put our bodies through for this journey is crazy and I don’t think people really understand.

Monday, I go in for a uterine cavity exam + SHG (Sonohysterography). They described it as an egg retrieval trial run. Sounds like it will be a bit unpleasant. So, stay tuned for how that goes.

And Happy Valentine’s Day!!