A journey through infertility -- over terror's edge | Camille Preston | TEDxBeaconStreet

Sdílet
Vložit
  • čas přidán 6. 06. 2024
  • This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. How does a self-proclaimed "control freak" cope in the wake of an uncontrollable challenge?
    Camille Preston, now proud mother, explains her tumultuous and isolating journey through infertility and IVF. As an executive coach, Camille based an entire career on pragmatism and measured approaches to problem-solving. Faced with a seemingly insurmountable obstacle, she explains how failure and unimaginable sadness can lead to transformative perseverance and compassion. release control and follow their dreams outside of their comfort zones, over terror's edge.
    Camille Preston is CEO of AIM Leadership, a leadership development company that offers training and coaching, helping executives all over the world become more effective in their professions. She is also the author of Rewired: How to Work Smarter, Live Better, and Be Purposefully Productive in an Overwired World.
    About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

Komentáře • 265

  • @jayla8301
    @jayla8301 Před 8 lety +263

    Some people will never understand how stressful this can be.... Thank you for sharing your story.

    • @wildness407
      @wildness407 Před 7 lety

      Yоu’rе Аbоut to Lеаrn Seсrets Моst Wоmеn Dоn’t Кnоw Abоut Gеtting Pregnаnt Fаst... twitter.com/dac5b5469e65c7465/status/783200219605245952 А jоurneу through infеrtility оvеr tеrror s еdgе Camillе Рreston ТЕDхBеaссonStrееt

    • @archanapandey2267
      @archanapandey2267 Před 3 lety

      I can understand this situation very well

    • @Android-ds9ie
      @Android-ds9ie Před 3 lety

      @@archanapandey2267 honestly there is nothing to be stressed about

    • @deliciousjazz
      @deliciousjazz Před 2 lety

      I agree. Middle of 5 daughters and im only one infertile no kids. Breaks my heart

  • @ericagarza5353
    @ericagarza5353 Před 9 lety +111

    Infertility taught me how to pursue my heart's desires with reckless abandonment. Life is happening now. I won't give up chasing after my dreams. Thank you for sharing.

  • @ebonydormer-kuti4369
    @ebonydormer-kuti4369 Před 3 lety +22

    Stumbled across this in search of infertility meditation to pull me out of a dark hole. I'm a control freak who's 39 and struggling with conceiving. Its a club you didn't know existed, never wanted to be a part of but its a club with people who uplift each other and provide support. Even if you're in a loving relationship it can be an extremely lonely journey.

  • @KC-my6zy
    @KC-my6zy Před 5 lety +50

    I cried the entire speech. I've been there...so alone. But so grateful to for my close friends who support this love..this need. Thank you.

  • @cpvillacis
    @cpvillacis Před rokem +6

    Everything she said is soooo true! Congratulations to her, atleast she had her baby. 2023 will make year #7 of me struggling with infertility. Lost count of how many IUIs & IVFs I have done.

    • @meenalpa
      @meenalpa Před rokem +3

      I’m sorry same boat still trying I finally got pregnant but lost at 13 weeks so painful to have to start again each time. 😔

    • @MGWashington
      @MGWashington Před rokem +2

      My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Hoping the best for you two. I’m trying as well, no luck and it is hitting me hard.

  • @RandyLott
    @RandyLott Před 5 lety +110

    To all the women, including my wife, I am so sorry and I wish for your success. You are worthy, no matter if you can bring a life in to this world alone or not.
    The speaker is very fortunate she could afford 8 cycles. They are about $16,000 per cycle here in California. Insurance covers nothing - even good plans. That's $128,000 cash to go through what she did. That's about how much I make in a year and it's not enough. I feel worthless and so helpless because I can't give her what she needs to focus on the process. Being rich certainly speeds up the process and increases success. I understand my feelings are nothing compared to what she feels.
    Many women go through a fortune with no success. Your bank account, heart, mind, and body are all drained... and you're left with nothing but a void.

    • @rania1319
      @rania1319 Před 5 lety +9

      I can't do nothing but respect you man!!

    • @lilithssilvermoon3208
      @lilithssilvermoon3208 Před 4 lety +3

      Randy Lott mine was a lot more than 16k I wish that’s all I had to pay

    • @pitselehfanny
      @pitselehfanny Před 4 lety +6

      In France, we have social security that covers for 4 full cycle of IVF. I feel lucky to be French. You should try to make everything you can for social security in the USA, you guys are a wealthy country that could totally afford social security

    • @marsharowaihy6725
      @marsharowaihy6725 Před 3 lety +1

      You are truly a good man. I wish you and your wife nothing but the best

    • @marsharowaihy6725
      @marsharowaihy6725 Před 3 lety

      Lilith’s Silver Moon, did it work

  • @janefarrer2868
    @janefarrer2868 Před 4 lety +40

    Some dreams never come true... this is a reality of life.

    • @edgehodl4832
      @edgehodl4832 Před 4 lety +2

      I agree, not all are meant to be

    • @Cubelarooso
      @Cubelarooso Před 4 lety +2

      Don't force someone else to have unfulfilled dreams. Don't force someone else into the reality of life.
      Procreation is child abuse.

    • @archanapandey2267
      @archanapandey2267 Před 3 lety +1

      True

  • @Albags38
    @Albags38 Před 7 lety +42

    Although I am thankful for you sharing your story. You are a mother now. That's incredible. Others remain infertile for life.

    • @reesecup3ify
      @reesecup3ify Před 5 lety +1

      Were you hoping she never had a baby and gave up?

    • @tiffanyolsen9513
      @tiffanyolsen9513 Před 5 lety +16

      @@reesecup3ify Honestly, kind of? It would be refreshing to hear from someone who went through infertility, never had a baby and went on to be happy anyway.

    • @abbyfer8705
      @abbyfer8705 Před 4 lety +1

      @@tiffanyolsen9513 my words...

  • @lullabylis
    @lullabylis Před 6 lety +18

    This brought me to tears. Finally someone understands!

  • @totalyme4610952
    @totalyme4610952 Před 5 lety +21

    I got a tattoo for the child I lost. after I got it I was peppered with questions from a lady in a mall bathroom not knowing what to say I told her the truth about my infertility and then she and two other women continued to ask incredibly personal questions and telling me I could just get ivf and adopt in a public restroom. This was a week after I found out she was gone, the day I got my tattoo. This video made me feel less alone so thank you.

    • @edgehodl4832
      @edgehodl4832 Před 4 lety

      Why are u talking to random people in mall bathroom?

  • @nmcremins
    @nmcremins Před 9 lety +6

    Camille, you are amazing. I saw pieces of your struggle with infertility and your bravery in facing this challenge. I am sure your story will inspire others going through similar challenges and who feel alone in the process.

  • @beckyjones769
    @beckyjones769 Před 5 lety +9

    Thank you for sharing this. You are truly brave.This is my first public statement about this issue. I struggled and struggled and 2 weeks prior to my 45th birthday I gave birth to one of my twins. Sadly, I lost the other at 3 months. I went through years of fertility work-ups and treatments and finally when I switched specialists~ it happened immediately.. I am so happy for you in your place in life and for all the help you have shared for others.

    • @bko2613
      @bko2613 Před 5 lety

      I'm 35 and this gives me so much hope!

  • @melissamaguire4476
    @melissamaguire4476 Před 5 lety +3

    Thank you, thank you so much for this. You have described infertility so eloquently. I have battled infertility for 10 years and suffered an ectopic pregnancy this past July and fear I will never get the chance at motherhood. Congrats on your most precious baby boy.

  • @allisonmcmahon1265
    @allisonmcmahon1265 Před 6 lety +10

    Thank you for spreading awareness about your story. The struggle is real, and it should not be a dark secret. We need to talk about it openly, and without shame. We need to make it so public that insurance companies cannot legally deny treatment for infertility, so that FMLA cannot be denied when it comes to treatments for infertility. We all need to speak up, as changes are needed. Write to your local congress reps. We need changes.

  • @karynramey1080
    @karynramey1080 Před 9 lety +31

    Loved this Camille. You are a great storyteller. My journey is similar to yours and I cried thru most of this video because it speaks the truth. Thank you for the dose of hope, Karyn

  • @funsizeddancer2505
    @funsizeddancer2505 Před 3 lety +1

    I cried through this entire video. This is definitely the hardest thing and most vulnerable I’ve ever been in my life. Thank you for sharing and I’m so happy to see a beautiful baby! Baby dust to us all. ❤️

  • @2dreamis2be
    @2dreamis2be Před 8 lety +84

    First off, I'm thrilled to see someone that have struggled w infertility tell her story on a TED stage. For way too long has infertility been a secret taboo in our society that more women stepping forward talking about it goes a long way in supporting those going through it while also help correct public misconceptions.
    With all due respect toward the speaker, I do wonder what one could take away from this talk. It doesn't come across to me that the speaker is less of a "control freak" as a result of going through 8 I'm sure physically and mentally excruciating IVF cycles (I'm sure having state sponsored IVFs was tremendous). For sure her persistency and determination played a huge factor in her eventual success in having a baby - but is this the message to send to women struggling to have a baby? Unlike working toward passing the MCAT, or training to run a marathon, infertility is not a decision one makes nor a condition one can "work" his/her way out with enough grit and determination. Yes, I get that diet and lifestyle changes can improve one's overall physical wellbeing including fertility, but these don't sound like to be what get the author through the "terror's edge". Pushing through adversity is admirable in any context including medical, but I think the way it's presented in this talk can potentially lead some to see trying to conceive as just another hurdle in life that they should be expected to conquer with a "just-do-it" attitude (not to mention that only 15% of IVF cycles leads to success and any potential health risks down the roads with 8 rounds of IVF).
    The truth is our bodies are all different and not all trying to conceive eventually do. That's no excuse to beat ourselves up about it - in fact, it takes more courage and can be more freeing to meet the life we are meant to live than the one we have planned.
    I'm so happy to learn that the speaker's struggle led to her having a baby and it show others that not all hopes are lost with a few unsuccessful IVF cycles.
    But I do wish the talk have presented a message that is more applicable to life situations that doesn't involve getting lucky (i.e., hard work and perseverance won't cut it) after taking a tremendously amount of physical toll.

    • @2dreamis2be
      @2dreamis2be Před 8 lety +3

      ***** , that'd be a video I'm sure a lot of people can relate to. And it'd help a lot of folks if presented in a way that takes the ego out of the picture. Because let's face it, it's not all about us. Maybe there's a bigger or just different purpose we are put here for, and the universe likes to present it to us one day at a time.

    • @mirabelestar4313
      @mirabelestar4313 Před 7 lety +3

      Thank you for sharing your feelings. I think you should give a talk because you make some great points here. Your talk would be healing and beneficial to so many suffering with infertility.

    • @Albags38
      @Albags38 Před 7 lety +8

      Couldn't agree more! Her journery is incredible. Others aren't so lucky. While she has insight into infertility, it is different to those who never have children

    • @bambina2011
      @bambina2011 Před 6 lety

      Hi

    • @CamillePrestonAIM
      @CamillePrestonAIM Před 6 lety +2

      Hi - Camille here. I couldn't agree more. While we walked together - different outcomes make for a different life. Not a day goes by - with out giving thanks (even the nights they are up puking, etc)... AND I get that everyones journey is different. My heart goes out to you and your courage.

  • @lillywood7296
    @lillywood7296 Před 4 lety +11

    I'm so tired of infertility... Today I was helping my friend to choose baby clothes for her nephew. Tears fall from my cheeks when I was looking at all those cute little things. I can’t help but wonder if I'll ever buy any... After trying for so long, deep inside me, the hope is gone. BUT my heart won’t let me stop dreaming. It hurts so bad to see women all around me with big bellies. I think to myself "I bet that she didn’t have to try very long." Today my friend told me "Maybe there’re just no more babies for you." How can she say that to me? Her words broke my heart. With all the little hope that’s left she blows it all away. We have names picked out already. I’ve bought diapers, wipes, lotions, even newborn clothes. My husband doesn’t know about the clothes BTW. I think he would get mad at me. I don’t think he understands… What can I do except pray every night for a little one?

    • @mommyj9862
      @mommyj9862 Před 4 lety +2

      I'm so sorry you've faced infertility. I'm at the same boat. I hate being infertile among a bunch of fertile, pregnant and glowing women. I’ve had so many dreams of giving birth. I’ve actually realized in one of my dreams that I was dreaming. But those dreams give me hope. My DH lies next to me every night and wipes the tears away. He doesn’t ask me anymore for the reason that I’m crying. He knows! I don’t know how much longer we can do this. When is it time to give up? My faith is wearing thin. Somehow part of me believes that one day my prayers will be answered with YES. Good luck and lots of baby dust to all of you precious women. I pray for all of you every night. I hope we all will be pregnant one day.

    • @sandrapolson2624
      @sandrapolson2624 Před 4 lety +3

      Your comment breaks my heart, especially since I can relate so much. After trying for years myself, I can understand how hope starts to dwindle. At the same time it's very difficult to give up completely when the desire to be a mom is buried deep within our soul. I have days where I feel like I have to keep trying and days I feel like I want to just give up. For some reason today I just don't want to do this anymore. We had multiple failed ivf cycles and I’m exhausted. I too am so sad when I look at pregnant women. All my friends are pregnant. And some are even on their 2nd. But we all started trying for #1 at the same time… The strain on my marriage is unbelievable. We've actually talked about divorcing… And the effect on everything in my life is sometimes just unbearable. I am not sure how to get through it but to just take it one day at a time. Be good to yourself.

    • @francinefranny8999
      @francinefranny8999 Před 4 lety +1

      Your words have just brought tears to my eyes. It is a hard journey that we have all taken so far. I want you to know you’re not alone. Most of us feel as you do.
      I can imagine how painful it was for you to hear those words from your friend. My family, friends and colleagues sometimes say things, which hurt a lot. They just don’t get how we feel. They will never understand. Some people don’t even try to understand and be sensitive…
      Don’t let any words bring you down and give up. We should keep going till we become mothers. So please try & think a little positive. I believe it is gonna happen for us all… There are so many bad parents out there that mistreat children & abuse them that it seems so unfair, that women like us who would cherish & love them with all our hearts should not have that chance… Which is why I believe that our baby dreams will come true… I will pray that you get your chance to be a loving caring mum very soon. Don’t give up hope, don’t listen to others' negativity, keep smiling & take care.

    • @yinkaa.2003
      @yinkaa.2003 Před 4 lety

      Dear Lord, your words are final not that of any human that said there was no more babies for Lily. With God, nothing shall be impossible. May God honor your faith and may your little ones come.

    • @cheybloom9936
      @cheybloom9936 Před 3 lety +1

      Please don’t give up! You have such a lovely husband. The more you are worried you are stressing your body out. So please take one at a time. Don’t give up hun! I know sometimes it's so hard... I'm very sure you will be surprised by a little one or twins very soon! Some things can’t happen fast. We need to wait for them and believe... Things always happen for a reason... For a very good reason... Don’t be sat because of what your friend told you. There ARE babies for you! Unfortunately, some ppl don’t understand that words can hurt. We shouldn’t listen to those who make rude comments. Let’s just believe it will happen for us!

  • @billybobkumar9231
    @billybobkumar9231 Před 5 lety +83

    Man, what I really don't get how other men feel comfortable blaming women for their infertility or "waiting too long" when we all know good and well that most young women do want to get married before they have kids, while most young guys want to chase tail. C'mon, you know it's true. Even if a 25-year-old woman was ready for marriage, how many guys her age want to settle down with a wife and a mortgage?

    • @charismaluv9920
      @charismaluv9920 Před 5 lety +4

      There are some women choose there careers first before having children my mother friend daughter did this He left she had abortion and kept her career he found someone had a after five years finding the right women they had first child in a year her mother said my daughter ex husband looks so happy next year he had twins boy and a girl the first a boy another year later another baby boy three year's later a girl he has four children she has none my friend said she regrets not having children could of husband career and babies she's married with step children oh well least she has her career

    • @1wun1
      @1wun1 Před 5 lety +3

      Most young men are in the friendzone, only the lucky few don't wanna commit to one because they got it all

    • @kassiewest
      @kassiewest Před 4 lety +8

      She could marry an older man. Or just find someone responsible. My husband is 29, the sole breadwinner for our family, and we are currently expecting our third child. not every man is a manchild. It is a woman's fault if she is wasting years of her life on men who are.

    • @magasela695
      @magasela695 Před 4 lety +1

      This is why I've always dated older men

    • @megharoni
      @megharoni Před 4 lety +5

      I almost left my now-husband (then-boyfriend of five years) at 25 because at 30, he still didn't want to get married. After I left, he realized he didn't want to lose me and now we are in fact married, struggling to have a baby. But it took me breaking up with him for him to realize that. I wanted marriage and a baby. Have one, still hoping for the other.

  • @amyhurley1814
    @amyhurley1814 Před 9 lety +22

    This had me tearing up through the whole video, but I know that there is always hope and you are proof of that. Thank you so much for sharing. Infertility can make you feel so alone, when in reality we are not!

    • @baptistecolonnadistria8986
      @baptistecolonnadistria8986 Před 4 lety

      If you or your significant other is infertile, give the *ThePregnancyFact. Com* a go. The results that western medicine gave me was disappointing later a couple of months of having scheduled acupuncture remedies and sticking to a wholesome dietary, I became pregnant. Seeing my 1 year old girl wandering in front of me makes me very happy. To find out more regarding this amazing formula, check out Google.?

  • @lindahope2232
    @lindahope2232 Před 6 lety +1

    I love ted talk so much these guys are never afraid to get backlashes and let people talk about the truth. Absolutely love the energy of the speaker cant really say when I didnt love there energy I think the sad part is most people would never realize how strong this is and how stresful it really can be for people like us growing up.

  • @sazzlepop321
    @sazzlepop321 Před 5 lety +6

    I’m going after this baby with reckless abandon! Thank you for inspiring me to keep on this journey 🤗

  • @calilahwoods763
    @calilahwoods763 Před 6 lety +7

    I honestly do like TED talks. They are motivating and very encouraging. Understanding that it is people who have gone through such issues. Real life problems explained by people who have overcome the monster. Ma touched by this story. Women do go through a lot as far as infertility is concerned. I have a number of friends who have been through the same. Also during my medication in Bio tex clinic I got to meet many people. Listening their stories is such an eye opener. You understand that there are people who are going through worse situation than yours and that encourages you. Nothing is too bad. There is always a solution at the end of the day. It just depends with how you will focus on finding the solution. I hope others will learn a lot through this.

  • @thehonestkim5904
    @thehonestkim5904 Před 5 lety +1

    This is very well spoken. Not enough people discuss this and all the emotional trauma you endure.

  • @Sarah-mx4ut
    @Sarah-mx4ut Před 4 lety +6

    I have been through this, and I agree with her, but do you think she would have spoken so openly if her journey had ended without success. I’m guessing no. That would be real courage!

  • @patsymarchand6038
    @patsymarchand6038 Před 7 lety +1

    Very powerful and I honor her courage to speak of her experiences.
    I think opening up the discussion to voices of women who don't have a traditional happy ending to a painful struggle of infertility is so important. I hope that this happens as this population is even more marginalized.

  • @rochelrittgers7350
    @rochelrittgers7350 Před 5 lety +2

    Bless you, bless you, bless you....for eloquently illustrating what so many of us have endured. Your story was brilliantly shared.
    I didn't realize how much the issue of infertility was continuing to tug at my heart. Every moment of your story had my stomach tied into knots. Somewhere along the way I realized I was hoping your story ended like mine...without children. Misery loves company they say. Many failed attempts at artificial insemination and IVF left my heart, my body and my bank account drained. Please forgive me for this type of thinking yet thank you for bringing to the surface my continued pain of unsuccessful attempts and a failed relationship as a result. I thought I had worked through all of this and moved my focus on to other ways to fulfill my life. I have moved on to have a beautiful life in many ways, however, your story shows me that this pain of loss, this mourning, is still buried so deep. I will now honor me by doing what has been so desperately needed, by embracing and nurturing this pain so that it is allowed to be experienced and ultimately released. Traditional children are extremely unlikely in this lifetime as I am now 60 y/o, but there are so many other meaningful ways to move forward once this process of healing is complete.
    I truly am grateful your story has ended with this beautiful angel in your arms. Your struggle will insure that he will be fully blessed in your family always.

  • @rowdeo8968
    @rowdeo8968 Před 6 lety +2

    Good for sharing. I adopted three girls but I also had six pregnancies one loss five sons. I understand the need to feel life grow inside your body.

  • @jennhernandz3912
    @jennhernandz3912 Před 4 lety +35

    I wish that my husband could understand how it feels to struggle with getting my dream of a baby he can’t understand how I feel because he has children from other relationships and I don’t have any and I would give anything to have a baby

    • @tiffanylindemuth2539
      @tiffanylindemuth2539 Před 3 lety +3

      I feel you here! Its such a isolating feeling. Sending hope and love your way!

    • @banukumar444
      @banukumar444 Před 3 lety

      Plz check vitamin D3 in blood test to get conceived

  • @words4244
    @words4244 Před 9 lety +11

    As this got closer to the end I was clenched up worrying that your story was going to end in heartbreak. I don't know you but wow, I am SO HAPPY for you!!!! And what a beautiful boy!

    • @CamillePrestonAIM
      @CamillePrestonAIM Před 9 lety +2

      Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a rollercoaster and well worth the journey! Namaste

    • @goodluckcharm2008
      @goodluckcharm2008 Před 5 lety

      Me too! I was so happy for her, and that baby boy is gorgeous!

  • @seemakamwani7680
    @seemakamwani7680 Před rokem +1

    I had same journey but still waiting, but I am so happy for you. :) pray for me

  • @tucapo785
    @tucapo785 Před 7 lety +6

    This is a beautiful and emotional presentation. Thank-you so very much for sharing, I can relate to the majority of the comments shared in the presentation and in the comments.
    The hardest thing is the loneliness and, yes going into the unknown...
    I don't have the financial means to continue with the IVF treatment, so for me it's the end of the road, however I fully agree with the presenter that if you have the means to do the IVF cycle several times don't give up!

  • @lilishall1130
    @lilishall1130 Před 5 lety +1

    I am crying so much right now. I am 30, a former fertility patient . We do not know what is the problem like 50 percent of patients but all I know is that IUI treatments that are the stage before IVF solve the problem. This is really moving. I really admire her.

  • @karthialaiyeadzam
    @karthialaiyeadzam Před 4 lety +5

    Only someone who struggles not being able to carry a child knows the pain, miscarriages, injections, iui again miscarriages. Been waiting for 11 years and still struggling not knowing what is wrong. Uncertainties, jealousy of someone who concieve so easily, people throwing, killing childrens....why are they even given an opportunity to have something they dont need when there are many who are struggling to have it...

  • @mschaylynnB
    @mschaylynnB Před rokem +2

    Watched this and automatically started bawling my eyes out. It is honestly the worst feeling in the world. My goal for last year was to be pregnant by Christmas and God decided to give that pregnancy to my sister. This makes me hopeful that I will have my turn some day.

    • @sparkle92x03
      @sparkle92x03 Před rokem +1

      Same! I cried on christmas day.... My sister fell pregnant last year instead. Hopefully this is our year!

  • @XurmoSkinCare
    @XurmoSkinCare Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for sharing, I can relate to you in so many ways and like you I was blessed with a beautiful little girl who is now 4 yrs old. I decided to advocate about infertility in my own community and break the silence. I run a support group page in Facebook and CZcams to give woman hope to keep pushing. Praying for anyone struggling to conceive I have know that pain for over 15 year

  • @northstar5240
    @northstar5240 Před 4 lety

    Regardless of what part of life I literally push my self of terrors edge, so I can admire your will to fight for what you want

  • @zuzazuzicka585
    @zuzazuzicka585 Před 8 lety +15

    touched my heart because I experienced the same...

  • @tink41503
    @tink41503 Před 3 lety

    This is very true. After 14 years I broke down my pcos and all the things my body was doing that others talked about other than what doctors said. I looked into the way my body operates and changed my diet around. Lo and behold my 2nd time doing keto, but lazy keto this time I ended up pregnant. After all that struggle and after all those doctor visits....it finally happened. A total of 16 years later.
    Baby dust to all those mommas out there struggling

  • @jasminejoe6129
    @jasminejoe6129 Před 5 lety +3

    Infertility is very hard to deal with and it is stressful to say the least. I am also a victim of infertility and to cope with my disorder, I went for surrogacy from Biotexcom. I am glad to say that I was successful and I am now a mother.

  • @TheAlanis84
    @TheAlanis84 Před 7 lety +1

    What a great speech!!! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @melissaclinton5775
    @melissaclinton5775 Před 8 lety +18

    I was diagnosed with infertility due to the last stage of endometriosis. I was so scared at that time because of my age, I am 45 right now and in that age when it is hard, really hard to conceive. We also had financial problems in the family but time was filing and we thought we had to find a solution. So we looked for IVF procedures abroad in clinics in Europe, particularly Russia, Ukraine etc. I've got a treatment in one clinic in Ukraine and now I am a mother of two little girls. God, I feel so relieved right now as my true feminine nature woke up.

    • @alishadurbrow9254
      @alishadurbrow9254 Před 7 lety +2

      Melissa Clinton congratulations!

    • @SassyMrsH
      @SassyMrsH Před 6 lety +1

      Melissa Clinton did u use EGG DONOR?

    • @aliasox4
      @aliasox4 Před 5 lety +1

      8 need clinic address that may help us please

  • @callisyedita388
    @callisyedita388 Před 5 lety

    Camille, your story is so touching. It sounds difficult and painful for both of you, especially when you feel alone in your grief. Infertility is so hard to cope with as a couple because it affects us differently. You’re not alone, even though you feel like you’re coping with it by yourself! It’s important for you to find other women who are experiencing male infertility, and connect with them in person. Is there an infertility support group in your area? Even if you met one other woman who is dealing with infertility, it might help you feel connected and not so alone. I also encourage you to think about your perspective. Yes, it’s a shock that your husband has fertility issues. But does this mean your dreams are shattered? It’s a roadblock, for sure. But once you get over the shock, you may find your life opening up in ways you never thought possible. Keep the faith, my friend. Take it one step at a time, and try to find support for women coping with infertility in your community, so you can connect in person. I’ll keep you in my prayers, for strength and hope and connection with your husband. But seeing a counsellor to help you both through this journey might benefit both of you. Like the way it did to me and my husband at Bio tex.

  • @bettinevdg73
    @bettinevdg73 Před 4 lety +5

    I am happy you pulled through that hellish journey and became a mom. I want to say that first of all. But it should've been said at the start.. I watched this video, in an emotional state, hoping for someone who accepted that at some point it is hopeless or you have to decide to pull the plug. And then youd tell me how you deal with that.
    But to me, having your husband and baby going onstage, felt like rubbing it in. For me, in my position, and my current state, this was anything but helpful.
    (I've gone through 3 miscarriage surgeries and had a failed IVF. It might never happen, and before we push through on our journey, I have to start learning that I might have to let my dream go. That's the video I was looking for.)
    I am happy for you! But the video might've needed a disclaimer.

    • @yinkaa.2003
      @yinkaa.2003 Před 4 lety

      I pray your dreams come true. And your happiness come too. Keep hopes alive.

  • @crazycatsslimeandmore6677

    Camellie is my friend! I love her sweet kids and her loving family, I’m talking to you gran!❤️ and Addie ❤️ Eli misses you Preston!

  • @1973onigiri
    @1973onigiri Před 8 lety +71

    Recently my niece had a baby a week ago. At 42, dealing with infertility that was the last straw... I feel unwanted, invisible, worthless. I have to deal with pregnancy announcements, baby showers and baby births, it's sickening. I have to constantly focus on other things like video games to avoid getting mad at myself. Some times it works, sometimes it doesn't but I try to keep my chin up on all this... Perhaps, I might end up in a nursing home alone, and I have to accept it, right?

    • @mirabelestar4313
      @mirabelestar4313 Před 7 lety +21

      Thank you for your comments as they really helped me today - as my niece also had a baby yesterday. I can relate to you with the words you used "unwanted, invisible and worthless". I can see from your picture you are a pretty lady - you are not invisible to me - and you definately are not worthless. I can totally understand how you feel though. I also could not have children. We are strong ladies and we are survivors - never forget that. It is great that you can acknowledge your feelings and share them because many people do not have that depth. I know your message has helped many to know they are not alone in this infertility. Keep moving forward and being courageous, as you are.

    • @ramrodnj
      @ramrodnj Před 6 lety +9

      After struggling me and my wife had our problems but we did get lucky but during that process I did accept adopting I never thought I would fully accept it but I did easy.. dieing alone in a nursing home after a life you could have given a lot of love to kids who need it .. I fully plan on adopting in the future .. don’t give up though

    • @missfunkadilly
      @missfunkadilly Před 6 lety +11

      Adopt? Also think about how selfish you sound. You are worried you will end up in a nursing home with no one to take care of you. So you basically want a kid, so you have someone to take care of you when you're older. That's a ridiculous reason. Make friends, build your own community, adopt a kid, whatever. Don't whine about your lot in life when there are so many people that need a family. Especially if you actually want to provide a family to another being. Blood relation shouldn't mean anything.

    • @ramrodnj
      @ramrodnj Před 6 lety +4

      Wander With Purpose we’ll if you want to boil down all the reasons to have a kid down to the one thing that hits your ear wrong then yes I can see how that one reason could be considered selfish (again if that’s the ONLY reason) but I have a laundry list of reasons to have a kid and I wouldn’t put the nursing home as a reason but defanitly icing on the cake and if u see it as a bad thing then I’m sorry but that’s your deal.. and adopt yea what of it .. what bothers you about adopting I’m 30 with the one I have now and would love to adopt one day

    • @diabeticdiaries7954
      @diabeticdiaries7954 Před 5 lety +5

      Same boat here sweetie! Keep your head up love!

  • @MediocreMolly
    @MediocreMolly Před 8 lety +60

    Infertility made me horrible.

    • @ninabatoto1415
      @ninabatoto1415 Před 7 lety

      Molly O'Hara

    • @xo7499
      @xo7499 Před 5 lety

      did you ever give birth?

    • @mariamsaeed4349
      @mariamsaeed4349 Před 5 lety +3

      Same here 😢🤕

    • @baptistecolonnadistria8986
      @baptistecolonnadistria8986 Před 4 lety +1

      If you are an infertile couples, please consider the *ThePregnancyFact. Com* I was dissatisfied by the outcomes that I was acquired from western medicine. later a few months of going through planned acupuncture remedies and following a healthy dietary, I became pregnant. the scene of my year old daughter wandering around the house is extremely mesmerizing. obtain much about this great formula

  • @Etigress
    @Etigress Před 4 lety +36

    I'm 28 with endometriosis and have been told I can't conceive. It's not my fault yet I had a boyfriend that told me it was. He left me because of it. Men are monsters.

    • @cantmakethisup36
      @cantmakethisup36 Před 4 lety +9

      Etigress I’m 29 pregnant with my third child. I was told at 16 my chances would be slim to impossible. The truth is there’s always a possibility.

    • @northstar5240
      @northstar5240 Před 4 lety +2

      Etigress not all men some will stay an make there peace of never being a father just to be with you

    • @bisi1980
      @bisi1980 Před 3 lety +2

      Extract your eggs and do IVF

    • @News.is.Global
      @News.is.Global Před 3 lety +4

      He wanted something you could never provide. So of course he left. (There are no "monsters" - life is not a fairy-tale.)

    • @Etigress
      @Etigress Před 3 lety +5

      @@News.is.Global the fact is he blamed me for something I have no control over. He wouldn't consider other options like adoption or IVF. He obviously didn't love me and it hurt a lot

  • @camillenanjala6078
    @camillenanjala6078 Před 6 lety +8

    The basic step involved in coping with any kind of depression is, having a positive frame of mind that allows you to find out innovative solutions to the pertaining problem. Another important aspect is to accept the problem and find the solution accordingly. According to some psychologists, infertility and depression are correlated. If a woman trying to conceive is suffering from depression. She might lessen her chances of getting pregnant. And the inability to conceive would throw her into the girth of depression. Women are trapped in this vicious circle. Hence, it is important for would-be mothers to be emotionally sound and mentally strong. Women with signs of infertility, undergoing infertility treatment. Need to be counseled and they should be provided with support that helps them cope with depression. At such depression counseling sessions, women should talk about their problems and should express their feelings and opinions frankly. This provides some emotional relief and the pent up emotions are channelized in a better manner. My therapist in Bio tex taught me to believe in myself and not compare with others. That did really help me a lot.

    • @thenumaninja9053
      @thenumaninja9053 Před 3 lety

      For anyone who has not had a satisfying outcome, I feel for you. I applaud your battle. You are the strongest people of all, and I hope you come to realize that alone means stronger.

  • @abi15151
    @abi15151 Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for this video.... really helps 💜

  • @andjscar8233
    @andjscar8233 Před 8 lety +99

    When you have not been a woman with fertility issues you have no idea or clue what it entails. Some people don't get it adoption is not an option for some as its not your own blood. People should not comment or judge if you have never been in the exact situation especially men who don't have fertility issues.

    • @lucyheck636
      @lucyheck636 Před 6 lety +1

      If you have an infertility condition as a couple, then it is advised to try the *ThePregnancyFact. Com* I tried the West prescriptions but I was just disappointed with their results. I was able to have a baby right after having a healthy diet and having planned acupuncture treatments for a couple of months. I`m just happy looking at my 1 year old daughter walk around the house. Check out Google to learn more about this amazing plan.

    • @missfunkadilly
      @missfunkadilly Před 6 lety +18

      I really don't get that "not your blood" mindset. My dog isn't my blood, but I'd cut off my own arm for her. I can only imagine the attachment I'd have to a human child, even if it wasn't "my blood." That reeks of selfishness.

    • @sabrinamariacalleja9166
      @sabrinamariacalleja9166 Před 5 lety +5

      It's not selfishness believe me some women want to experience the miracle of pregnancy and birth get it?

    • @mothermovementa
      @mothermovementa Před 5 lety +2

      Just adopt

    • @bko2613
      @bko2613 Před 5 lety +3

      Yeah I wish people would stop saying 'just do this' or 'just do that' like we haven't researched and methodically considered the pros and cons of every possible option for literally YEARS.

  • @hadew1418
    @hadew1418 Před 5 lety

    Beautiful inside and outside what touching story.

  • @airikagibson2976
    @airikagibson2976 Před 4 lety +1

    I truly thank you

  • @mothermovementa
    @mothermovementa Před 5 lety +1

    Thankyou so much

  • @francinefranny8999
    @francinefranny8999 Před 4 lety +5

    Thank you for sharing your story! No one can understand what it's like to go through infertility unless they've been there themselves. I'm 44 and last year I had 2 failed cycles. We've been trying for years and got nothing! I'm considering using donor eggs. There are not too many options for someone of my age. I hope de cycle will work for us. Otherwise, I have no idea what to do. I want to be a mother more than anything else. There are so many women, who get pregnant easily. Some of them don’t even want to have kids! But they still get pregnant... All of my friends and women of my age who I know have children. Moreover, they have 2, 3 or even 4 of them. People who don't know me assume that it was my decision to be childless... Infertility is tough.

    • @byrdbill6918
      @byrdbill6918 Před 4 lety

      The pregnancy plan at *ThePregnancyFact. Com* bettered my health! I undertook a pregnancy check last week. I had a affirmative outcome! I’ve perpetually had the belief that I would naturally remedy my infertility.I am joyful to reveal that this plan has changed my health for the better! To find further info about it, please visit the website

  • @ravenwillis6382
    @ravenwillis6382 Před 6 lety

    Thank you so much for this😔

  • @hotpinkinteriors1406
    @hotpinkinteriors1406 Před 6 lety

    Wow! What an inspirational video.

  • @abbybond3524
    @abbybond3524 Před 4 lety

    Thank you

  • @purplegrrl711
    @purplegrrl711 Před 4 lety

    Thank you x

  • @tiffanysteltzman4920
    @tiffanysteltzman4920 Před 6 lety

    thank u for sharing

  • @AlexandraSisi
    @AlexandraSisi Před 2 lety

    This was beautiful

  • @tryingtoconceive9529
    @tryingtoconceive9529 Před 7 lety +1

    Inspiring story

  • @akch4609
    @akch4609 Před 5 lety

    Great spirit

  • @kaizahjones99
    @kaizahjones99 Před 6 lety +2

    June 11th my birthday. This message was for me 😭

  • @bettyvolmar6605
    @bettyvolmar6605 Před 7 lety

    this was so informative

    • @duolofizzer1
      @duolofizzer1 Před 7 lety

      Trying to Conceivee?Disccccover the #1 Mistake CouplesMaake Wheeen Trying to Conceivetwitter.com/db7128550dfc15ed0/status/822770638867734530 A journey through infertility oveer terror s edge Camille Preston TEDxBeaconStreeet

  • @AgathaTsing
    @AgathaTsing Před 6 lety +5

    I have been trying for a year and still not pregnant. I started getting stressed out about it:(

  • @TheBabblegal
    @TheBabblegal Před 5 lety

    Making me cry at work though.

  • @WesleyDavisMD
    @WesleyDavisMD Před 6 lety

    We call it the treadmill!

  • @callisyedita388
    @callisyedita388 Před 6 lety +1

    Such a touching story. People do go through a lot battling with infertility. I have seen many women give up in the middle of the journey. But when I heard this story. I feel rejuvenated. I feel like nothing is impossible with patience and persistence. I am so glad that someone could share their story. I believe this will help someone out there. Especially that women who was getting tired of making it to the end. To those who felt like without children there is nothing to be happy of. I am now a mother. And I can say during my treatment in Bio texcom I learn a lot. I saw other women through my journey. Others who had gone through times than I. But they never gave up. They believed that one day they will make it. Bur when I was done with my treatment. They walked out of the clinic as happy parents. So I do believe in a happy ending.

  • @luciadiaz5281
    @luciadiaz5281 Před 5 lety +15

    Now, add endometriosis to this equation equals total disaster!

    • @BirdyMum
      @BirdyMum Před 5 lety +4

      I hear You! By the time I finally got a gyno to take me seriously about my period pain it had already done its damage. They opened me up at 21 and I was told immediately IVF would be my only chance, too bad my other illnesses mean that I would likely never carry to term, anyway. It's shattering, and acceptance is definitely a grieving process

  • @sidehustlewithgloria
    @sidehustlewithgloria Před 3 lety +1

    Great content!! Just wish her mic would stop clicking off.

  • @MsGrailSeeker
    @MsGrailSeeker Před 8 lety +1

    Every word spoke is a pain.

  • @natashalonie9109
    @natashalonie9109 Před 6 lety +3

    I am new to your channel. I have heard it is very popular a friend of mince shared your channel with me. As she knows i am also looking for surrogacy. I was infertile naturally. Doctors can tell the reason behind my infertility. Surrogacy is the method for having a baby for us. A friend of mine told about it and we have decided to go for it. Bulgaria doesn't allow any surrogacy. So we have to move to some other country for surrogacy.

  • @BrianKenyon
    @BrianKenyon Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing your story. It’s crazy how much trying to have a baby can cost. Over 2M in some cases especially if you are into your 40s putting careers first. It’s amazing how many adoptions could happen and people that could be helped with that.

    • @yeetnama9094
      @yeetnama9094 Před rokem

      adoption is NOT a bandaid for infertility

  • @kainatasif1735
    @kainatasif1735 Před 5 lety

    Good

  • @vanessamora2349
    @vanessamora2349 Před 6 lety +1

    Is there any possibility to see this video with Spanish subtitles? I'd like to show it to my family so they will understand, but they're not fluent in English

    • @rockerfaerie2
      @rockerfaerie2 Před 6 lety

      Luna De la Torre Mora I’m not sure about this one but if you go to the TED website, a lot of the videos are on there and translated into many different languages. Hope that helps

  • @EstrellitaMina3
    @EstrellitaMina3 Před 6 lety +55

    Her mic is so horrible. It's so distracting.

  • @egbudusijovita1325
    @egbudusijovita1325 Před 2 lety +1

    this is not scam or joke It worked for me perfectly. all you have to do get a banana flower cut into pieces and boil for 20 to 30mins then filter the water and drink morning before eaten and evening after eaten. you will thank me later.

  • @mollieobrien9193
    @mollieobrien9193 Před 9 lety +1

    I was totally pleased with my maternity just following 2 months following Chinese process.

    • @mollieobrien9193
      @mollieobrien9193 Před 9 lety

      This is actually the miracle that will be able to show you how to stop infertility and soon you may greet your new family member:
      great7.net/get-pregnant-using-chinese-approach

  • @eszterm.6324
    @eszterm.6324 Před 4 lety +2

    It is time to awaken the young women. Have babies in time!

    • @BlondeQtie
      @BlondeQtie Před 3 lety +3

      it helps no one to have children before you are ready...

  • @rakibjaman4099
    @rakibjaman4099 Před 8 lety +2

    Seevus Reverse Infertility Miracle

  • @zacharyhomenick5132
    @zacharyhomenick5132 Před 8 lety +9

    We had trouble with infertility for several years with stress and anxiety. After numerous times failure with infertility therapy, I gave up and accepted I would never ever conceive a baby

    • @zacharyhomenick5132
      @zacharyhomenick5132 Před 8 lety

      +Zachary Homenick I got my hope back when my friend recommended me to try out the 100% guaranteed infertility healing method. It's a life-saver within 4-8 weeks, I can tell my hubby that we were finally pregnant. Find out more here:
      goodlife6.com/reverse-your-infertility-x9ce09

  • @naijaaprincess
    @naijaaprincess Před 4 lety +1

    How did anyone with pcos conceive ? I’m trying but it’s not happening

  • @wildness407
    @wildness407 Před 7 lety

    Gоoооd

    • @wildness407
      @wildness407 Před 7 lety

      How tо Geet PPPPreeеgnаnt54% of Couрles Are Маking this Mistakе…Are You?twitter.com/dac5b5469e65c7465/status/783200219605245952 А jооurneу through infertilitу ovеr tеrrоr s еdgеeеe Cаmillе Рrestоn ТЕDхBеaсonStreet

  • @kerwintorregrosa8206
    @kerwintorregrosa8206 Před 6 měsíci

    WOW! by now they have a 10 year old!

  • @banukumar444
    @banukumar444 Před 3 lety +1

    All infertile couples, please test your vitamin D3 levels & balance it with doctors help before going to ivf . So that failure won't occur.

  • @BlondeQtie
    @BlondeQtie Před 3 lety +2

    I personally think women should learn to feel worthy without being abled to conceive and deliver. It’s a destructive imagine and leaves so many women behind.

  • @eshraqsalahuddin115
    @eshraqsalahuddin115 Před rokem

    I think only people will truly understand you is the people who went through fertility struggles.

  • @lisanewhouse5741
    @lisanewhouse5741 Před 9 lety +1

    It's actually one in 3 that end in miscarriage.

  • @angieeemmmarie
    @angieeemmmarie Před 5 lety

    😭😭😭😭

    • @baptistecolonnadistria8986
      @baptistecolonnadistria8986 Před 4 lety

      I used the *ThePregnancyFact. Com* when my wife and I made a decision it was time to have a kid. If you`d like to know how this formula is enhancing many lives, just visit this site I found out I was going to expect a baby after 3 months of eating healthy diet and following the program. Even though the chances of conceiving is less at my old age, this program were still able to assist me achieve it and make my life much better..

  • @LupineGloom
    @LupineGloom Před rokem +1

    TED really need to hire a new sound person, all the ted talks I've watched today are very ropey!!

  • @ugochi89
    @ugochi89 Před 4 lety

    my medical career in a nutshell

  • @anavonrebeur6121
    @anavonrebeur6121 Před 2 lety +1

    Lucky her. I lost 5 embryos inside me

  • @ag5amanda
    @ag5amanda Před rokem

    Just remember there’re a lot of kinds waiting to be adopted. If life, God or your body doesn’t allow you to get pregnant. Some baby is alone waiting for you to take him/her home.

  • @alicedeer
    @alicedeer Před 4 lety +1

    Where's my happy ending?

  • @minato.namekaze.47
    @minato.namekaze.47 Před 8 měsíci

    Surprising that most "educated" people don't know that Pregnancy after 35 has only 5 - 10% success rate. This is just a video about how stupidity almost caused her grief. Surprising!

  • @marcoglara2012
    @marcoglara2012 Před 4 lety +1

    If you say “terrors edge” on more time, I’m going to pop.

  • @aniledoet
    @aniledoet Před 6 lety

    naprotechnology

  • @tomosdeavall6782
    @tomosdeavall6782 Před 9 lety

    When your internal reproductive environment restores, you might restore your reproductive system easily

  • @deltaxcd
    @deltaxcd Před 4 lety

    This infertility issue for women looks same as incell issue for men LOL