Campaign Story

My name is Heather, and I was diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) at a young age. Like so many women facing this condition, I have struggled with weight gain, irregular menstrual cycles, and symptoms like facial hair that impacted my self-esteem. Due to the severity of my symptoms, I was placed on birth control early in life to regulate my cycles and remained on it for many years. Though I always knew PCOS might make it more difficult to conceive, I never gave up hope.
For years, I focused on advancing my education and building a fulfilling career—goals that I believed would one day help me create a stable, nurturing environment for a family. I postponed starting a family during that time, knowing that financial and emotional readiness were equally important.
Four years ago, I met the love of my life. We’ve been engaged for two years and getting married in September 2025. With a strong, loving partnership and stable careers, we felt ready to take the next step toward growing our family. Our fertility specialist informed us that due to the severity of my PCOS, IUI is unlikely to work—even with repeated attempts. He recommended IVF as our best chance of conceiving. While this brought us hope, the financial burden of IVF has proven to be a significant obstacle. We have both been working overtime and saving diligently, but the cost is still far beyond our current reach.
This money would be life-changing for us. It would give us a chance to start the family we’ve dreamed of, and allow us to move forward with hope rather than heartbreak. I know that becoming a parent is not guaranteed by any treatment, but having the opportunity to try—truly try—means everything.
Thank you for considering our story.