As we wait to be matched for adoption through Bethany, we are revisiting the prospect of embryo adoption. It's a fairly new process, in which families adopt donated embryos from couples who had more than they needed for IVF. The adoptive mother then goes through FET (Frozen Embryo Transfer), almost identical to what we experienced last July. Although we researched "snowflake" adoption several months ago, our interest has been renewed--and it continues to grow as we encounter adoption situations that involve exposure to harmful substance and/or little prenatal care. Please pray that God would grant us wisdom and guidance as we consider all of the adoption possibilities.
Blessings,
Ramona
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Please don't take this the wrong way. I am just curious and interested. If IVF wasn't successful with your own "snowflakes", what are the chances of you becoming pregnant and carrying a child to term with someone else's "snowflakes"?
Just wondering,
Jane
Great question, Jane! Chances are, it's most likely our embryo quality (which declines as we age) that has created the rare ability to conceive, as well as the chronic miscarriages. So the chances of a successful pregnancy are dramatically better with an adopted snowflake.
You have touched on a passion in my life! My heart skipped a beat when I read it. I love educating people about embryo adoption! So many people shy away from it when they hear about it because they don't understand it. It's such a beautiful thing.
We miss you and are praying for you.
The Hofius Family in Roanoke, VA.
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