It’s a concern that rarely gets the attention it deserves when we talk about veterans' health.
But for us, that effort stretched intosix long years without success.
Almost immediately, we assumed the issue was tied to herfertilityafter all, thats what everyone told us.
So, we dove into various treatments.
But the program didnt cover everything, and the out-of-pocket costs began to weigh heavily on us.
I had low sperm count, low motility, and poor morphology.
I asked my doctor for confirmation, and my fertility physician agreedthis was most likely the cause.
This entire process had become a financial burden we were close to being unable to bear.
So, we took a break.
I focused on school, and my wife focused on her military career.
They needed someone familiar with the military health care program, so I fit right in.
Despite our history of failed attempts, we couldnt pass up the chance.
This time, we also had access to genetic testing.
In all of our previous attempts, transferring one embryo had failed, so why not try two?
Finally, all of our hard work had paid off.
Soon after, we went to the clinic for an ultrasound.
“Youre having twins,” the physician told us.
After a mostly healthypregnancy, our twins were born.
It felt like a miracle had finally graced our lives.
So, I followed my passion and my calling.
Now, I spend my days working withProgyny, helping others have children despite the odds.
A third of fertility issues are due to male factor.
If youre considering having kids, visit your primary care physician and ask for a referral to a urologist.
From there, you’re able to go through sperm collection and testing to see where you stand.
Most importantly, take care of your body.
When it comes to military health care and fertility support, Ill always be an advocate.
