TAVARES IVF ROUND 2 PUZZLE FUNDRAISER
TAVARES IVF ROUND 2 PUZZLE FUNDRAISER
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$5,200.00
Fundraiser Goal -
$1,420.00
Funds Raised -
0
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Katrina Tavares is organizing this fundraiser.
Campaign Story
THEY SAY IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD – IT ALSO TAKES A VILLAGE TO CREATE A CHILD!
I’ll be honest; this was a really hard thing to pull the trigger on. It’s easy for me to help others as that is who I am, but asking for help is not easy for me. With much encouragement from family and friends, we are reaching out to our “Village” for support.
We have bought a 520 – Piece Puzzle and will be selling each piece for $10. You can purchase one or as many pieces as you wish. We will then write your name on the back of the puzzle piece (If you would like a custom name or family name on the piece, please write that in the “message” section when you donate). Once the puzzle is complete, we will hang it on the wall (hopefully in the future nursery)! This way, we will carry our village with us and always be able to look back and be reminded of your generosity and investment in our family!
OUR STORY AND BACKGROUND:
Greg and I learned a year ago that we couldn’t have kids naturally after trying to get pregnant for eight months. Last year in November, we had our first round of IVF. Luckily, I had insurance at work that covered some of the cost. Sadly, on December 19, 2022, we learned that all three embryos sent for testing were not viable. This has been an emotional rollercoaster for Greg and me, but we need to try one more time, as the hope of being parents is all we want. After spending nearly $15,000, we knew we could not afford another IVF round. My insurance at work only covers one lifetime round, and it would cost us $30,000+ to try again. Due to our age, time is not on our side, and saving for a year, we are losing our percentages of successful IVF. After researching all our options, we decided to go to Turkey for our final hope of becoming parents. Traveling to Turkey will be half the cost, and it is in the top five best countries for IVF, with the highest success rate in the world.
FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS –
Thank you for your constant support.
Thank you for your kind words and sweet gestures.
Thank you for covering us in prayer.
Thank you for taking the time to read our story and for your consideration in helping us realize our dream of becoming parents.
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06-06-2023
Puzzle Fun
I don\'t think we could have picked a more challenging puzzle. However, IVF isn\'t easy. The journey is a struggle. It takes time, and after working together, we will have what we worked hard for and waited all this time for. Maybe it is the perfect puzzle after all!!!
Thank you all for your kind thoughts, prayers, and love ❤️
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08-10-2023
Fingers Crossed For Good News
Good morning,
I wanted to share a little update. Since last December, I have been battling my insurance. The IVF coverage by my employer is roughly 50% for one \\"LIFETIME ROUND.\\" In speaking with the insurance, no one can define one round. As of May, I was told to make a referral and see what happens, as I don\\'t show a previous IVF round in my insurance. After three months and two denials of my referral, I finally got approval to see a fertility doctor here in Sacramento. My appointment is next month. We still do not know if my insurance will approve complete treatment. In the next few weeks, I should know if they approve just an implant (I have not done it yet) or another full procedure. Traveling to Turkey may still be a little cheaper, but I do not have enough time to take a month or more off, and Greg does not make money if he is not working, so in the long run, it may cost us more financially. We pray for positive vibes and that God guides us in the right direction. We appreciate all the love and support. However, we proceed; it is a hardship mentally, financially, and emotionally. -
12-27-2023
Still Trying and Waiting
Hello,
I am updating you on where we are in our IVF journey. We started our second round in October. October was what they call the priming month (preparation month). What does this mean?.. It is the month before retrieval when you start fertility medications for 1-3 weeks to calm the ovaries. This helps to ensure the follicles develop at the same rate. During this time, I was on estrogen patches for eight days and took two shots a day for four days. By November, I was preparing for the retrieval. For about two weeks, I was taking multiple shots daily with follow-up appointments every 2-3 days. Sadly, I only had three decent-sized follicles. The doctors recommended canceling this round and starting over. Greg and I agreed three is not a good number, and the odds would have been against us. That said, we canceled that round and are now waiting for my cycle to start so we can start a new round with a successful retrieval. January should be the priming month, with February being the retrieval month if all goes as planned. Please continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers, as the journey is not over. I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday with the ones you love. Here is to 2024! Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end! Embrace it with open arms and a heart full of hope, for this new year will bring fresh chapters yet unwritten, waiting for our stories to unfold.Love,
Katrina and Greg
| Name | Donation | Date |
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| Nicole Maruca | $10.00 | July 24, 2023 |
| Jennifer Silveira | $20.00 | July 20, 2023 |
| Charlotte Hyun | $50.00 | June 23, 2023 |
| Celeste Daniels | $30.00 | June 23, 2023 |
| Matt Joy | $150.00 | June 22, 2023 |
| Fran Buzzitta | $100.00 | June 08, 2023 |
| Kallie Post | $15.00 | June 06, 2023 |
| Carins Rodriguez | $10.00 | June 04, 2023 |
| Megan Fruzza | $20.00 | June 04, 2023 |
| Tere Rodriguez | $10.00 | June 04, 2023 |
| Anonymous | $200.00 | May 28, 2023 |
| Melissa Ramel | $25.00 | May 22, 2023 |
| Chloe Halkias | $10.00 | May 22, 2023 |
| Melissa ABSHIRE | $20.00 | May 18, 2023 |
| Amy Phillips | $50.00 | May 17, 2023 |
| Christy Arnce | $50.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Mike & Dee Clark | $50.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Alexa Quistini | $10.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Keegan Rauzi | $50.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Megan Caldwell | $50.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Sierra Cooper | $50.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Chantel Durrer | $40.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Gabe Hernandez | $100.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Jill Aiello | $100.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Anonymous | $100.00 | May 16, 2023 |
| Anonymous | $100.00 | May 16, 2023 |
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