Common Questions about IVF
Going through IVF and openly sharing our journey has led me to this amazing community of people with ties to infertility and IVF. I’ve connected with so many people going through infertility issues and IVF personally and also those who have a loved one struggling. ...
Our IVF Journey: Tips for IVF Shots
You know IVF is all about the shots! And although we aren’t formally trained medical professionals, after going through one round of IVF and now into the second, we know a thing or two about the shots. During our first round (when everything was new) I always said...
Our IVF Journey: The First Night of Lupron Shots
When most people think of IVF, they think of shots … and for good reason, there are a lot of them! This time around, we are starting off with Lupron shots. Essentially, Lupron suppresses your hormones so that you are less...
Our IVF Journey: The Background and Our First Doctors Appointment
Well, we have officially started the next round of IVF to hopefully bring baby girl Busch into the world! We recently had our first doctor's appointment and are getting ready to start the medicine. Before I jump into what's going on this week, I thought...
An Evening with Kyle and Samantha Busch: Benefitting the Bundle of Joy Fund
The Kyle Busch Foundation Dinner is always a special night for us. It is about bringing the community, family, and friends together to raise money for our Bundle of Joy Fund. The Kyle & Samantha Busch Bundle of Joy Fund is a monetary award for in-need families...
Here We Go Again…IVF Round 2!
Kyle and I have BIG NEWS. No, it’s not your typical pregnancy announcement! It’s a WE’RE TRYING announcement! That’s right, it’s time for IVF round 2 to try for our baby girl!! We are excited, scared, hopeful and full of emotions as we embark on this adventure again....
Starting the IVF Conversation
You all know I have been very open in sharing our IVF journey. I remember being so nervous and not knowing if I should put such a personal side of us out there for everyone to read. But the response and support and love we have received from everyone has been so...
Donate in Support of Infertility Awareness Week
In support of National Infertility Awareness Week, Kyle and I will be matching all donations to our Bundle of Joy Fund this week! As you know, Kyle and I were blessed with the birth of a healthy baby boy, Brexton, in May of 2015, but what you may not know is that we...
Our Miracle : The Birth Story of Our Son Brexton Locke Busch
I wanted to share the last piece of our IVF journey because it is the final chapter in our story and I thank you all for the support and kind messages received since we first announced our struggles. For those trying to get pregnant, we know exactly how you feel and...
The Final Part of our IVF Journey: Days Before the Transfer, Embryo Transfer and the Results
When I last left off in this journey, my eggs had been removed via surgery and I was recovering at home. The doctors collected 34 eggs during the process but there is also a very high drop-off rate. Some of the eggs were not big enough and there were many that were...
