Miraculous Science

Assisted Reproductive Technology is always a controversial topic.  There are the people who believe that it should (or should not) be paid for by the government.  There is the religious aspect.  The Catholic church is certainly not a big fan.  Much to my mother's dismay, we joked that Jack might burst into flames during baptism.  This was not the case.  I once participated in a chat room where two women were arguing about whether their pregnancies were miracles or acts of science.  I just kept thinking to myself, "Does it matter?  Won't your baby be just as fantastic either way?" There is also the concern about multiples, premature infants, and birth defects.  Trust me.  I've heard it all.

I wish everyone had the opportunity to check out the walls of photos in my fertility specialist's office.  The walls are covered.  I think they might have to use the ceilings next.  These are families who weren't able to be families without it.  It's tough to argue all those other points when you see Jack smile or wave for the first time.  It's tough to think it could possibly be wrong when you stare at his peaceful face when he is sleeping.  I was lucky to have the support of family and friends but I know lots of people who had to keep it a secret because their family thinks it is wrong. 
I know so many people affected by infertility and I have been fortunate to be able to share in so much joy at the birth of their babies.   I also have friends who are currently trying and I can't wait to hear about their successes.  I have a friend who has twins, a boy and a girl, and is currently awaiting her ultrasound to see how many babies there are from her current  IVF success.  I have another friend with a two year old girl and newborn baby boys from superovulation.  I have a friend with a two year old girl from IVF and a surprise one year old boy.  There is the three year old boy awaiting his brother or sister all from IVF.  There are the three year old twins from IUI and the four year old twins from IVF.  These are all close friends who wouldn't have their families without assistance.  I know of so many other acquaintances who have been helped as well.  The issues just don't compare to the love I have seen. 
I'm not going to argue why the issues are right or wrong.  I'm just too busy being a mother to my answers anyway.