Everyday Miracles

My name is Krissi McVicker. I'm an elementary teacher in New York. I live on Long Island with my husband Rob, my three ordinary miracles, Ella, Logan and Mia, and our boxer, Toby. We are a typical suburban family with a white picket fence. But, achieving our family was anything but clichéd.

We had trouble conceiving, and it was shocking news. When we found out that in vitro fertilization would most likely be our only chance for success, our anxiety grew. But, with the help of my husband's amazing insurance, after three cycles, we were able to have our daughter, Ella. And after three more cycles, our twins Logan and Mia graced us with their presence, and we were truly blessed. I know that we were one of the lucky couples. In total, we transferred fourteen embryos, had two negative outcomes, two chemical pregnancies and two miracle pregnancies ultimately giving us our family. 

After my daughter was born, I started writing my memoir Ordinary Miracles. I wanted to share my story with others because I remember hearing success stories when I was in the midst of my struggle, and it inspired me to believe that if it could happen to them, maybe it would happen for me too. After my twins were born, I started my blog: Stress Free Infertility. I wanted a place on the Internet where couples could go to and read about others, get solicited advice, and be inspired by other success stories; a place to ease the stress of infertility, at least a little bit.

Now, I’m very excited to start a new blogging adventure here. I will write about finding “everyday miracles” during your infertility journey; remembering to appreciate the wonders of the world around you. I truly believe that you have to enjoy the little things in life every day, even on the days that you feel you have no joy left. Then, you can become empowered when you feel powerless.