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Hello, all,
This is such a tough issue that we (my husband and I) have been processing and dealing with for many years now; we have been married for 16 years. I'm so sorry for the pain and loss that you all have been enduring as well, but know that you are not alone in this struggle. I am a very healthy, athletic person, but have never had a successful pregnancy, though I am lucky to have two nieces. I have come to terms with the fact that I will never have a biological child but it was a long and very difficult process.
Some things that helped in the process were to try something new and to lean on a supportive group of friends:
I started running after my last miscarriage and for some reason, it was very therapeutic; I gradually worked up from being a non-runner to a marathon runner. The fun thing about joining a group and trying something new is that nobody cares whether or not you have kids or even what you do for a living; everyone is just there to socialize and have fun! It feels good to work toward a goal and accomplish something, especially when there is so much in life that we have no control over. Not everybody wants to be a runner, but just trying something new, like an art class, etc., can be therapeutic. Also, I joined a Bible study at my church that was just for women who have had miscarriages or infertility. I never realized how much this issue is addressed in the scriptures until this study. We were a support group for each other, we were able to give each other empathy, advice and to pray for each other. It is great to be with other women who really understand what you are going through...that probably helped more than anything! Occasionally, I still have some days where I struggle and still find it difficult to go to baby showers. However, my husband and I are hoping to adopt in the future and if that doesn't work out, it will be difficult but there will be opportunities to direct our life in some meaningful way. :)
I wish you all the best in your present and future and with all of the decisions that you are making.

I am 37 and have had 3 miscarriages over the years. Grieving the lost hopes and dreams that come in various stages of childlessness is truly one of the most painful life challenges you can go through. However, I wanted to share some of the amazing resources and women who created them that proved invaluable to me to work through my grief.

Lisa Manterfield - Life Without Baby website and online workshops -
I particularly loved her Road Map to Healing program. http://lifewithoutbaby.com/road-map-to-healing/

Pamela Mahoney Tsigdinos - Silent Sorority Book and web site: - http://www.silentsorority.com/

Jean Carter - http://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Grapes-Being-Infertile-Living/dp/0944934234

I am very active aunt and am eternally grateful for all my nieces and nephews (and their parents) who appreciate my love and contribution to their life. And vice versa. You are not alone and have a lot to offer this world - even being an example of a loving marriage. The world could use more of those these days. Wishing you comfort and peace.

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