Campaign Story

Dear Friends and Family,

My name is Michelle, and my husband Chris and I have been dreaming of growing our family together. Our journey to parenthood has been marked by heartbreak—four pregnancies, four losses. Each one left us grieving, but also more determined than ever to bring a child into our lives. After years of unanswered questions, we learned that Chris carries a genetic condition called a balanced translocation, which makes miscarriage far more likely. This news was devastating, but it also gave us clarity.

For Chris, this may be his only chance to have a biological child. He’s already an incredible stepfather to my children, but I see the quiet hope in his eyes—the longing to hold a baby who carries his love, his bloodline, his legacy.

We have turned to IVF with genetic testing, which gives us the best chance of a healthy pregnancy. However, the costs are overwhelming—medications, procedures, and testing add up quickly. After much consideration and consultation with our healthcare team, we have decided to pursue a second and final round of in vitro fertilization (IVF) as our path to starting a family.

We’re humbly asking for your support to make this dream a reality. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to holding the child we’ve prayed for. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with us. Your kindness could change our lives forever—and give Chris the chance to become a father in the way he’s always hoped. We’ll never forget the love that made it possible.

With deepest gratitude,

Michelle and Chris