Faith and Familia: Episode Five

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  • A letter to our surrogate...

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  • @kikaashanike4425
    @kikaashanike4425 ปีที่แล้ว +1687

    This series belongs on Netflix or a streaming platform! So so well produced..literally glued! Thank you for sharing and blessing so many.

  • @simplyeli28
    @simplyeli28 ปีที่แล้ว +376

    This series highlights the IMPORTANCE of trying different doctors until you find one that works for you! Never be embarrassed or ashamed of seeking different doctors. Thank you for sharing this! ❤️

    • @CrystalM1917
      @CrystalM1917 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Right!!! And it shouldn't be taken personally. At the end of the day, you've got to be satisfied with knowing you've tried every avenue you could in a journey so vitally important as having a child. Success is the goal but at least you can say I have no regrets, no should'ves could'ves, if it still didn't work out....

    • @blkangelflame
      @blkangelflame ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The power of women doctors in this field is also immeasurable. Says a lot and they just have a different and very valuable perspective!

    • @KarlaBedminister
      @KarlaBedminister ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They don't like to do this in the Caribbean 🇩🇲. Again, limited income to keep going n going to different doctors.

  • @MrsShanaMarie
    @MrsShanaMarie ปีที่แล้ว +403

    My husband and i were trying for 7.5 years. Then found out I had a damaged fallopian tube and cyst on my uterus. I had surgery to remove one fallopian tube. And about a year later I was pregnant. I’m so glad you all are sharing!! ❤️

    • @anitamedic2339
      @anitamedic2339 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome!

    • @LC-lf8se
      @LC-lf8se ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you have anything done to the cyst if you don't mind sharing?

    • @MrsShanaMarie
      @MrsShanaMarie ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@LC-lf8se I don’t mind sharing. Almost 5 years ago I had a hysterectomy. At that time my doctor removed the cyst off my ovary. Looking back I’m not sure why a doctor didn’t remove the cyst when I had a fallopian tube removed. Maybe he was afraid he would damage my ovary at the time.

    • @Samantha-dv4gg
      @Samantha-dv4gg ปีที่แล้ว

      Awww congratulations to you both

  • @TheUnderratedMama
    @TheUnderratedMama ปีที่แล้ว +511

    The fact that ALL of this was going on and you both showed up in this world and still poured out so much - YOUR SON WILL FOREVER BE PROUD OF THE SUPERHEROS HE HAS AS PARENT 😍😍

    • @juneawambui
      @juneawambui ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Right? Like we were over here watching her live her life, house hunt, make music, take road trips and not once did they look like the discouragements happening in the background. It is amazing. More blessings to them. ❤️❤️❤️

    • @PatriciaRose907
      @PatriciaRose907 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So true.

  • @theechubbyone
    @theechubbyone ปีที่แล้ว +396

    I know we're all waiting and living on God's timing but it would be incredibly joyous to have this series not only end with Ever's birth but a pregnancy announcement this year

    • @EveD123
      @EveD123 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      That's what I'm hoping for too

    • @Diamy
      @Diamy ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Amennnnn 🙏🏽

    • @noeliagonzalez4947
      @noeliagonzalez4947 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yess me too.

    • @stef623623
      @stef623623 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I swear I was thinking the same . Wouldn’t it be amazing

    • @tiffanyv.9720
      @tiffanyv.9720 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      i swear every episode im like theyre gonna announce that they have more eggs and are having another baby!! i would just love that lol

  • @monique2396
    @monique2396 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    This is one of the craziest fertility journey I’ve ever heard. Wow! I really can’t believe that these things can really happen to a person and yet still your resilience is still at 100%. You’re amazing A!

    • @freedom4063
      @freedom4063 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vaccines and birth control pills are bad and unhealthy but woman don't listen

    • @monique2396
      @monique2396 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@freedom4063 birth control has set me back a few months before I got pregnant even though I made sure to detoxify every year

  • @briannashewfelt4511
    @briannashewfelt4511 ปีที่แล้ว +235

    Adrienne & Israel, thank you so much for sharing such an intimate, hard, but beautiful story with us! We’ve watched you from a teen to a beautiful woman! Huge congrats on your special baby! 🫶🏽🫶🏽

  • @gloriaemon6624
    @gloriaemon6624 ปีที่แล้ว +322

    the way you guys advocated for yourself throughout this journey is insanely admirable. Adrienne legit said yeah, no

    • @jessbeautiful1
      @jessbeautiful1 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Exactly what I was thinking. Many REI are men, including the one I see because there aren’t any women REIs in my area, which is insane.

    • @zairabandy8695
      @zairabandy8695 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      shouldn't we want the MEN doctor to become better doctors too??? the men doctors aren't going away and they get to take care of many women, so shouldn't they become better at their job so their patient feel good with them?

    • @jessbeautiful1
      @jessbeautiful1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@zairabandy8695 yes, but I think this is still missing the mark. I’m a physician myself (anesthesiologist so I work with lots of OBs). And sadly, there was a joke in Med school about male OBGYNs - it was said that men who didn’t get into surgery, went into OBGYN. (And even moreso for gyn-oncology and REIs - as an ego thing). Ok, I know that’s a very tasteless joke but that’s literally what people said. Yes, of course many men care about women’s issues, but I do unfortunately think more men get props as OBs vs women just for existing lol and people down play the importance of women OBs. Yes of course we both want them to be equally good, but the stats I know about most REIs being men, I think there is an equity issue and should be some more advocacy for women REIs. Because in medicine, men are automatically assumed to be competent physicians and women are not. Especially in a specialty where the perspective of women physicians can be very important.

  • @jinnydeluca
    @jinnydeluca ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I totally resonate with your boat story. My hubby and I were married 4 years with no babies in sight. We prayed and prayed and prayed. For years. One day a coworker texted me and asked if I wanted to adopt her granddaughter. Boat! It wasn't what we thought our story would be, and my hubby was very resistant. I told him you don't ask God for a baby year after year and then when he hand delivers one to your life say no thanks God. I'm SO glad we got on the boat! God knows what he's doing!

  • @Tyvon8685
    @Tyvon8685 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Feel like this series is going to end with a sibling announcement 🙌❤️‍🩹🙌

  • @KabeloEmilyNell
    @KabeloEmilyNell ปีที่แล้ว +110

    The boat analogy wow! We really do delay ourselves with these weird expectations of how and when we expect God to show up for us, how and when we expect God to bless us and grow that it blinds us to what He’s actually doing. His ways and thoughts are above ours always 🙌🏾🥺

  • @nicoleebanks7
    @nicoleebanks7 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    The storytelling is just impeccable! definitely award-winning! But most rewarding is you're helping so MANY families!!!

  • @kathymorelperez9695
    @kathymorelperez9695 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I am in the medical field and this is the best Layman’s terms of Fertility explanation I have ever heard! 👏🏼👏🏼 to Adrienne for explaining to everyone these procedures.

  • @tiffanyaldridge7380
    @tiffanyaldridge7380 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I love this series! I was told 4 years ago that my tubes were blocked and that I would need help (IVF) 42:52 if I ever had a child. I found out I was pregnant last November. I got pregnant naturally without trying. God is and will always be faithful. I hope this story inspires someone out there to continue to believe and have faith.

    • @abenak1309
      @abenak1309 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is what I needed to read today as I've been told that both my fallopian tubes are blocked. God bless you for sharing ❤

  • @SL.444
    @SL.444 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    As a fertility nurse, I have loved watching your story. As a woman and a mother I admire your resilience and your knowing that you would one day become a mother. Being a RN and working in the medical field for over 20 years, I have seen over and over that you absolutely have to advocate for yourself! Fertility patients have such a special place in my heart, I absolutely love my job, I love educating people, supporting them, and helping them feel.. they are not alone. Helping to bring babies into this world is my absolute calling. Thank you for sharing such a personal and vulnerable time in your lives. You have one blessed baby boy, may God continue to watch over all of you. Amen 🙏🏼

  • @hannahdadieng6078
    @hannahdadieng6078 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Asides being a sacred and intimate story it is also so informative , thank you Adrienne and Israel for sharing this 🙏🏽

  • @millyh4660
    @millyh4660 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I had the HSG test after YEARS of never getting pregnant, but definitely trying. I had an ectopic pregnancy about 8 years prior to my test that caused an emergency surgery and the loss of the pregnancy and a fallopian tube. During my hsg appointment I experienced everything Adrienne said. At the end of my appointment, the doctor said my surviving fallopian had the fimbriae end closed and the dye pushed through and opened it. I am so grateful for my team of doctors. They really took care of me. Dr. Cooper delivered all 3 of my children. I got pregnant the month after this test, the next year and 3 years after that! I hope Adrienne’s story encourages anyone struggling with fertility ❤❤️

  • @djandejdoitall7742
    @djandejdoitall7742 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    I am blown away by your story. I follow your content closely, and I remember all the pandemic episodes of The Real, All Things Adrienne and Worship Wednesdays. You gave so much to your supporters when you were going through so much. God bless! Your baby boy is gorgeous and so happy.

    • @babylimonlips01
      @babylimonlips01 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      So true !!! Saw her many times live, and she was so amazing 👏 she pushed thru her sadness 😔 and her struggles. She is so strong 💪

  • @eden.vega1003
    @eden.vega1003 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Adrienne and Isreal, I am not someone who typically comments, but I have always been a silent supporter of your family - usually watching in awe of the abundance of love and joy that can be seen, even in the bits and pieces you feel comfortable sharing with us. As my husband and I are on a similar journey, watching this series has been very healing for me after so much loss. At times, I relate so much that I cry with you. Others, I smile and choose to be inspired by the hope you've had on your own journey to your happily Ever after. I am inspired by your faith. I am inspired by your resilience. Not only did I almost give up on my relationship with God, I almost gave up on life. I aim to be as vibrant and graceful as you both moving forward, come what may on my path to fulfilling the Lord's purpose for me. I look forward to the day I can emulate the kind of love your family embodies with my own children. Thank you for sharing.

  • @christinaa8824
    @christinaa8824 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Currently going through a miscarriage and I am so glad we have video series like these to help women not feel alone 🙏

  • @meganmathew99
    @meganmathew99 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I remember when i first joined medical college.. i saw Adrienne talk about how much she wanted to be a mother. As a person who has never even met her.. i prayed soo hard for her.. i prayed everytime i watched her.. wishing nothing more than a child for her. And im now in final year and im soo happy i see this today.. and i love how honest she is about her whole journey

  • @larajean6756
    @larajean6756 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    I totally understand that you guys kept your journey all to yourselves and family, because unsolicited advice from people is so annoying ! Like , they don’t know what you’re going through…. But now that baby Ever is here , great time to share with those that need to hear that there is still hope and you’re not alone ❤❤❤

  • @lifenbloom
    @lifenbloom ปีที่แล้ว +14

    As a surrogate, it is so amazing seeing the journey candidly from this perspective. My IPs are amazing, and have had a journey get similar to yours. We have our second embryo transfer a week from today. Like you said, this definitely is a calling, and I’m so happy I get to be a part of this journey!
    Thank you both for sharing your journey and being so vulnerable, open and honest ❤

  • @yournutritionphysicians
    @yournutritionphysicians ปีที่แล้ว +13

    We had a similar experience, I was 42 when I gave birth for the 1st time. I'm an acupuncture doctor, licensed nutritionist and my husband is the best bloodwork reader. With lots of prayers, and lots of changes to our dietary regimen, and correcting my bloodwork deficiencies we gave birth to our 1st son. Due to this experience we now have free webinars for women between the ages of 25-65 to help correct "hormonal imbalances". We have dedicated our lives to reversing root cause condition and helping women live happier, more hormonally balance and energetics lifes. We are "YOUR NUTRITION PHYSICIANS".

  • @jennifertaylor-wright7694
    @jennifertaylor-wright7694 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Thank you for this it’s absolutely magical, your vulnerability is truly beautiful…. ONE THING I have to mention that I’ve noticed in this series or just in general is that Adrienne whenever she has (not a moment of weakness) but rather a sentimental moment of sadness or pain, she sticks her hand out to Israel and his response in comforting her to be her source of strength in that moment truly defines what I see to be a wonderful union between you two. It’s that submission to one another and I just have to say Amen to that! ❤

  • @nhouse7962
    @nhouse7962 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I am at awe of how you both have went through all of this for YEARS and still showed up and given your all to the world. I have been a silent follower for years and was so incredible happy when you announced Ever's birth.

  • @sunshinegirl02
    @sunshinegirl02 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    WOW….the fact that you shared with us the letter you wrote to your surrogate….THANK YOU Adrienne and Israel for the gift of vulnerability…for sharing all of it knowing it will bring hope to someone ❤❤❤❤
    Ever is so blessed to call you mom and dad 💕💕

  • @cletang88
    @cletang88 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    That’s crazy…. A lot of doctors I feel are in it for the money they don’t genuinely care about their patients. So glad you are sharing this information🙌🏾

  • @hollistallard
    @hollistallard ปีที่แล้ว +46

    You two are both so beautiful and well spoken. Ever is so blessed to have you two as parents. I’ve loved Adrianne since Cheetah Girls days and this series has only made me love her more 💗

  • @louise7548
    @louise7548 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So pleased for you both,my first baby girl sadly passed away at 8 days from a geneicic issue called Jacob Syndrome, even though my husband and l were not carriers.
    My husband and l both longed for a child for many years.
    The Lord in his wisdom may have saved you both from this.
    Your children become such a miracle when you go through something like this.
    A year later we were blessed with
    a child and four years after, another child, both heatlthy wonderfull boys now becoming men.
    Enjoy your baby and all the joy he brings, its the best time when they are young and at a tender age.
    Miss it so much now 😊 at times !

  • @audreyrose3061
    @audreyrose3061 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    As a mother who has lost two babies, one through still birth and the other as a second trimester miscarriage, this is healing. Even though I don’t personally know you or your family, it makes me feel like I’m in community with my sister in Christ, who has felt the pain, cried those desperate cries and had those sorrow prayers. I knew this one was going to make me cry and it brought some healing tears girl. So thank you for sharing yours and Israel’s journey. God bless #mamaof4

  • @anais3580
    @anais3580 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    What an exhausting journey! I used to have a negative opinion on surrogacy but after hearing your story I completely understand it now. God bless the surrogate and all the helpful doctors and attorneys for making it happen. Congratulations for you baby boy❤

  • @carolinatx89
    @carolinatx89 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’m currently pregnant through IVF after 2 miscarriage. I love the series. Thank you for sharing your story. I kept my whole journey quiet and love your openness

  • @kyshar7532
    @kyshar7532 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I had to have an HSG prior to even moving forward with IVF. I did my IVF journey through the Military. She’s the definition of a thorough and dedicated Doctor. 🙏🏼❤️

  • @cheesletterbox
    @cheesletterbox ปีที่แล้ว +39

    This is the humbling and beautiful story I’ve ever heard no joke. Congratulations again guys, God is truly a miracle worker 💗

  • @heatherfrye7538
    @heatherfrye7538 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I’m a mommy to a beautiful 9 year old. We’ve had difficulty conceiving a second time for 8+ years. Your brave, challenging, and beautiful journey has been so uplifting and encouraging to me. God is so GOOD in the midst of our difficult/unbearably hard seasons! I bless your beautiful baby boy and family and I’m so excited for all that God has for you all! I’m choosing to rejoice with those who are seeing their dreams/destinies realized! Your journey sure is emotional yet so beautifully hopeful! 😢🥰❤️ Thank you for sharing! 🥲

  • @karenthorne2724
    @karenthorne2724 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Adrienne, I’m shocked no one tested you for your chromosome count, I’m really sorry for this. I’m glad you’re bringing awareness to this. I’ve had 2 miscarriages and after my second my gynecologist requested my chromosome count test be done. Crazy to know this is not common across gynecologists/especially fertility doctors.

    • @theinsideoutlife1508
      @theinsideoutlife1508 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes and XRay HSG. I work in radiology and we do so many HSGs.

    • @brendabenitez7359
      @brendabenitez7359 ปีที่แล้ว

      Girl I’ve had 5 miscarriages and I’ve never had an HSG or hormones checked

  • @Mom2jems
    @Mom2jems ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Wow. You hear about fertility issues but I personally have never heard an actual story. It brings tears to my eyes. The fact that someone could go through all of this and not give up on what they truly want is definitely a true definition of faith. Congratulations on not losing strength, finding peace in all the trouble, and for getting on that boat that God placed in the sea for you. It takes a lot of courage to tell such an intimate, personal story. Also, congratulations on the babyyyyyyyy!!! All is God's timing 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @Gloriatrinidad3
    @Gloriatrinidad3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    🥲I have a knot in my throat watching this, trying not to cry holding my 3 month baby boy in my arms. Thank you for sharing your incredible journey to parenthood guys ❤️ I have 3 little boys of my own and I cannot imagine my life without them. Being a mom/dad is absolutely the best thing in the entire world. God bless you

  • @victoriataylor2143
    @victoriataylor2143 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This story is going to bless so many couples young and old who are going through it. Adrienne even though Ever is here this story ..this journey IS NOT OVER. I truly believe God is going to bless you with another child and you will carry FULL term . The doctors are going to be amazed ; and God will get all the glory !
    Blessings

  • @airiellelewis1109
    @airiellelewis1109 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    As a women with a blocked tube due to Endometriosis, who had both of her babies due to the blessings of IUI...this channel and your story is so inspiring and brings back so many memories. So happy you never gave up the fight!!!! I know you're going to be the best mommy ever!!!

  • @Diva08180703
    @Diva08180703 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    OMG that explains Adrienne’s small stature.
    This series is amazing, informative, admirable, all the feels. To think you were both just living like nothing was amiss. Strongest most faithful people I know. Thanks for sharing!!!

  • @EmorettaRobinson
    @EmorettaRobinson ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Adrienne and Israel were clearly going through so much on their journey to having baby Ever. It saddens me that the whole time one of her fallopian tubes was blocked and she didn't know. I'm so glad that they were referred to a Dr that was able to find that and the chromosome issue. It's so sweet to see how Adrienne and Israel interact with one another. I also like how this was filmed. They are doing a great job discussing what I'm sure was a painful and very personal issue.

  • @joankgillette
    @joankgillette ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The more episodes that come out the more shocking your story is! You are resilient! Your strength and determination to become a mother is incredible. So so happy you got your miracle rainbow baby. 👶🏻🌈💙

  • @mjourjourneyinfertilitymor528
    @mjourjourneyinfertilitymor528 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I know you said you don’t know how your journey would help someone. But let me just say this, you are someone’s boat like the story you mentioned in this episode. Your journey will help someone else look into getting those test earlier on because it will open their eyes to boarder test. Your story will help someone go back and look into the root/baseline and say hey is it something else we haven’t checked. You are someone’s boat Adrienne that’s such a blessing a rainbow after the storm, God is using you ! Thank you for sharing your story! We are IVF strong ! From one fellow IVF mama to another God is using us to help others 💜

  • @TakidaJ
    @TakidaJ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely belongs on Netflix I agree. God never waste pain or any story this encourages me to brave every storm because God will use it for his glory. It's a story not just about fertility but about faith hope and the goodness of GOD. THANK YOU GUYS FOR SHARING.

  • @thelifeuchoose
    @thelifeuchoose ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Forgiveness is what I got from this segment. I think of how I would have reacted to new discoveries during the testing AFTER trying to get pregnant for yrs. Forgiveness of people giving advice of what u should or shouldn't be doing. Forgiveness of so many personal thoughts of guilt etc that I know you both had during that time. Y'all r a strong couple. Nothing could shake your foundation after this.

  • @aicilag100
    @aicilag100 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Currently going through my 4th fertility treatment, I was pregnant two years ago with my first girl who I lost to turner’s syndrome. I have also recently got an HSG done, it’s a breath of fresh air and gives me so many reasons not to be so hard on myself.❤️

  • @TheAniyaMarie
    @TheAniyaMarie ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The boat analogy gave me so much hope for my personal journey with God. Although my circumstances are different, it really helped me 🙏🏾❤️

  • @tflores764
    @tflores764 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you for sharing your story. Love and blessings from Toronto, Canada ❤️🙏🏼

  • @mariaguayo7708
    @mariaguayo7708 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m a mom of 2 girls had them naturally. I had a different idea of surrogacy. Never really understood the reasoning and just like you said I would think ppl would do it not to suffer or have their body’s change.
    But wow you totally made me see the struggle of so many people & The emotional connection of bringing life to the world and helping others. So beautiful. Thank you for this ❤

  • @nyalamandela-sturge2375
    @nyalamandela-sturge2375 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    That letter made me cry...thank you for so being so transparent. I'm so happy that Ever is here 💓
    I could tell this journey tested your faith...but you fought the good fight of faith! That's amazing, looking forward to the next episode God's blessings from Trinidad 🇹🇹

  • @EveD123
    @EveD123 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm so glad that you got your dream baby Adrienne. He's so sweet and he looks exactly like his dad

  • @Msladyrae92
    @Msladyrae92 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love hearing about your journey all at once like this because I know it has a happy ending. I have been waiting on your motherhood announcement for years and I cried when I saw little baby Ever. You all are so worthy. You are good people. It radiates through everything you do.

  • @i.a2956
    @i.a2956 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I truly love you guys because you guys are giving me hope to never give up. I am going through this journey and I have decided to take a break this month because of all the medication in my system and to just relax my body. I will go back on my fifth journey of fertility medication- 2 IUI and I pray I get pregnant without any medication and get pregnant naturally. Please please guys pray for me .. this fertility journey is no joke.. it effects you physically, and mentally but with the grace of God anything is possible ameen. Adrianna I love you girl and thank you for sharing your journey. ❤❤

    • @siamarafiq3774
      @siamarafiq3774 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Praying for you. Ameen 🙏🏼

    • @olgasantiago5854
      @olgasantiago5854 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Praying for you ! My husband and I tried for 7 years and did two IUI failed cycles with no explanation and now we got pregnant in 2021 naturally ! God is good, we will pray for you

    • @melodyo7542
      @melodyo7542 ปีที่แล้ว

      With God before you he will bless you. Stay strong sister. ❤

  • @sarahjane1903
    @sarahjane1903 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for releasing these episodes so consistently! This series has me hooked and it’s great to not have to sit around waiting for episodes each week. Keep it coming!

  • @ashleyndhlovu
    @ashleyndhlovu ปีที่แล้ว +4

    the letter to the Surrogate really got me, well thank you for choosing to share your story with us. This is life changing l cant wait for Episode Six. You got the COURAGE......

  • @Mari1105.
    @Mari1105. ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Adrienne thank you so much for sharing this with us all love. I’ve had 3 miscarriages back to back & Ive gone through several testing myself & to this day none of the docs. have found anything wrong..I’m a step mommy as well..to 2 little ones & they are the best..I can relate so much to your journey girl.Your little baby is Soo cute & you are an amazing mommy again 💕 You have been such an inspiration keep posting on TH-cam we love your videos girl ☺️

  • @mamanasukay3100
    @mamanasukay3100 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you both for sharing your beautiful journey with us . My husband and I are also going through it for seven years now we believe in God's miracle. Your story is a blessing to us. Love from Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 West Africa 🌍

  • @KimberlyNAli
    @KimberlyNAli ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Omg Adrienne you have no idea how helpful this is…. My husband and I will be navigating the surrogacy process soon. I was diagnosed with turners syndrome at 13. I am 37 now and I am post menopausal, and I will be using a donor egg. This has given me so much hope.

  • @deannaadams3487
    @deannaadams3487 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow! I cried with you A. You and Iz went through this with smiles for the world but moments of sadness through this journey. God has given you victory! Thank you for sharing and showing your human. God bless your family.

  • @ashleygomez2468
    @ashleygomez2468 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love every episode… These are so informative and so real. No one talks about surrogacy in this detail or the process it takes to get there or the details of this hard journey. Thank you both for sharing.. this is an incredible calling you both might not even realize you have in helping others not only understand the realness of fertility issues but also the journey it is to get to the surrogacy point.. I think ignorantly people think it’s so easy if the finances are right. And that is so wrong. It’s a delicate beautiful hard thing to do and trust and I’m so grateful you’re both sharing so much of your story for us to learn, grow & understand the journey. Can’t wait for the next one… ♥️

  • @stephmartinez4899
    @stephmartinez4899 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’ve been following you since the 90’s, I’ve watched you in so many seasons of your life, through the good, and the roughness, and through it all you have been so gracious and loving. Thank you for sharing such a season of yours and Isreal life. Thank you for letting us walk through it with you both. May God continue to bless you 10x over. Many many blessings to you guys and your beautiful little boy! Xoxo 💚💚💚💚💚

  • @corylynn918
    @corylynn918 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I pray Oprah sees this. I wish I knew how to get this to her. Your journey needs to be shared...I watched you on The Reel and you only showed how grateful and faithful you were.
    I also listen to Alpha and Omega with Isreal and New Breed, along with you and Isreal's daughter in the video.
    You two are an example of how good God is... It's in his time🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @keresecollins
    @keresecollins ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh sweet, Ever. You were meant to be - so wanted; so on-purpose. May your footsteps be sure, and may you exceed the dreams and prayers in your parents’ hearts for you. God bless you, young man! You are a treasure.

  • @natalieperez4982
    @natalieperez4982 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I am so happy that your surrogate felt a connection because it brought you guys the best thing that you will have EVER JAMES!! 🙏🏼💙💙

  • @carreradixon-baker7056
    @carreradixon-baker7056 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Yes!! I’ve been waiting eagerly for this! Sending so much love to you guys. You continue to brighten my day x

  • @shaeybutter3480
    @shaeybutter3480 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m not crying 😢😢😢 what a blessing. God’s ways are not our ways, His thoughts are not our thoughts…He sees, He knows, and He cares! This is proof that all things work together for our good! Strong to the finish!

  • @TrayChic.
    @TrayChic. ปีที่แล้ว +4

    💖 The boat analogy really opened my eyes and gave me a completely new perspective on life! You guys have no clue how encouraging this has been for me and my Husband. This series is truly the best. Can't wait for more! 💖

  • @nuhopetv
    @nuhopetv ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your journey ministers to me. My wife & I make 10 yrs this year. But for the 1st 5-6 yrs we were trying and trying. No preventing anything and NOTHING. Hope started dwindling and giving up starting to sit in. Seeing are siblings at the same time starting to have kids, yes we were happy for them, but also inside we’re like “damm God, what about us???!”….. it was tough. We also didn’t have the finances to do all these big treatments, no real insurance just Medicaid….. it was a very dark time. Everybody told us try not to think about it…stress about it because that doesn’t help. But 1 day at church a guest preacher, who doesn’t know us from left or right prayed for my wife and told her to look up this Bible verse
    “1 Samuel 1:11
    And she made a vow, saying, "LORD Almighty, if you will only look on your servant's misery and remember me, and not forget your servant but give her a son, then I will give him to the LoRD for all the days of his life, and no razor will ever be used on his head."
    After service, my wife looks for it by herself and calls me from the back, and we cried together. All we had was HOPE.
    My wife started going to a nutritionist. She just focused on just feeling better about herself and start eating healthy. After losing 20-30 pounds with her nutritionist’s diet plan, and 6 years married we finally get pregnant.
    Whats crazy is, the # 6 biblically means completion. And 7 yrs = Rest. In 2020 our daughter was born and she just turned 3 a week ago.
    Thank you for sharing your journey because it made me reminisce on how blessed we are, and how good God is. 🙏

  • @marj6238
    @marj6238 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s the Faith for me! With all these tests and trials for years! I can’t even imagine how they still had hope. It is only God! What a blessing to have Israel on this journey with you. Right by your side. He is really your purpose partner in every sense of those words.

  • @Arlo05
    @Arlo05 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Checking 3 times a day for the next episode ❤ I have a 3 month old. Also struggled with fertility I wish people spoke up more. Thank you thank you thank you Adrianne for sharing your story🙏🏼

  • @chasitysmith1080
    @chasitysmith1080 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank y’all for opening up to y’all’s fans about a serious topic! I know that has to be hard! Love y’all so much ❤❤❤

  • @jeminagideon1940
    @jeminagideon1940 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just got off work and went on TH-cam and this is the top video I see and I literally clicked on it so fast. I’ve watched all the episodes and I cried from all of them. I love your story Adrienne. You’re a true inspiration to all of us😍

  • @abigailmetcalf7606
    @abigailmetcalf7606 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am diagnosed with Turner Syndrome and thank you for sharing your story

  • @irishcladdagh3
    @irishcladdagh3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mamita my tears won't stop. A Mother is the person who LOVES their child unconditionally. The person who will protect, care for, educate, support and raise their child and will ALWAYS be there for their child no matter what...and you Mamita are that amazing mom and Baby Ever is sooo blessed to have you as his mom and he will know everyday of his life how much he was wanted & he will always know just how loved he is...Q Dios te lo cuide, te lo bendiga, te lo protegé, te lo acompañe hoy y siempre... LOVE YOU 3 TOGETHER 💜

  • @1407BowBow
    @1407BowBow ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Zoomed home after work yesterday hoping episode 5 was uploaded 😢it wasn’t so happy it is today this story is so heartfelt. I would have never have known the process of a miracle baby! Such a strong family! Very blessed! ❤

  • @valeriachavez6916
    @valeriachavez6916 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You might never see this comment, but wow, I have NEVER related to someone I have never meet. I found out I had turners mosaic (over 90% of my chromosome was there!) when I was young due to my short height (lol). When I asked about my fertility, they asked if I had my period and if I had gone through puberty, and that was that. My sister also had two girls.. no issues, so easily.. my mom did too, had 4 children with NO issues. I'm Latina TOOO and I would laugh and say, look at the women in my family, we're Latina, no fertility issues here! My career led me to a fertility clinic where I checked my fertility for fun, expecting nothing wrong, and found out I also had a a low ovarian reserve. I decided to freeze my eggs and got 7 on my first try :) ... going back again soon. It's crazy to think someone I followed and admired since I was young also got that similar news by doctors. Thank you for sharing and I am so glad you finally got your beautiful baby

  • @christianataylor8926
    @christianataylor8926 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been waiting since Monday night for this! Thank you all for being so vulnerable. Your union and ability to work through this TOGETHER is beautiful. I’m so happy for Adrienne ❤

  • @tiffanyv.9720
    @tiffanyv.9720 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I literally look forward to a new episode everyday... you guys are telling your story so gracefully. i cant wait for the next episode! ♥♥♥

  • @HigherLevelPro
    @HigherLevelPro ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My wife was pregnant with twin girls and one of my girls passed from turner syndrome at 24 weeks. So May 2020 my wife delivered my daughter and also our angel baby.

    • @trishruok
      @trishruok ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry for prying but I recently learned that I am pregnant with a baby with Turner Syndrome who is expected to die. How many weeks did your wife keep your angel baby in before delivery and were there any concerns about health risks with your angel staying in after she passed?

  • @shadinebarrett1633
    @shadinebarrett1633 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This series is the most incredible, inspiring, candid experiences I have ever watched. Since I’ve started watching this amazing couple they short nothing but a great team that they have in each other. THIS STORY IS AMAZING and I am glad of how you guys choose to deliver it. The effort, care, and patience through this series is splendid. Your story, will be lingering in many homes and the greatest thing about it, is that it exemplifies HOPE, AND FAITH! Your love and family is beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

  • @bajanbreezy
    @bajanbreezy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is so crazy that in the midst of you trying to bring life in the world and in the midst of a rough time, you brought so much joy via the Real & other shows you were on and brought so much faith music. You are bringing business to Dr. Cain which is great. I love that you both looked at each other a lot during all these episodes as little affirmations/reminding us of yall bond. This is why having the right doctor for you physically, mentally, and emotionally whether it is for surrogacy, for mental health, or just overall for physical health.

  • @ximenacardona107
    @ximenacardona107 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am in tears, but I am just in awe at the journey 💗

  • @Stelly476
    @Stelly476 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh Adrienne & Israel ……I wish there was a way for me to reach through this screen to give you both a BIG HUG!!!😭😭😭😭😭 My heart is so full right now with a little sadness but more joy because I know how this beautiful story will forEVER end!! This is like watching a heartwarming Hallmark/Lifetime movie!!!! It captures you…..I’m captured by your precious story! Sending LOTS of JOY, HUGS & LOVE & ALL THAT IS OF OUR HEAVENLY FATHER YOUR WAY!!🙏🏼🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹Ok I can’t wait for tomorrow come on part 6!!!! 🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼

  • @camalexander89
    @camalexander89 ปีที่แล้ว

    These episodes have me so hooked. I’m crying watching them all. Thank you so so so much for sharing this journey!! I don’t feel so alone anymore with my struggles ❤

  • @simplyeli28
    @simplyeli28 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Is anyone else keep checking to see if she’s uploaded! 😅

  • @Study4Yourself
    @Study4Yourself ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so beautiful and encouraging. I really appreciate you sharing all the steps and emotions you felt each step of the way. I can only imagine how challenging it is to relive this but please know this is appreciated ❤

  • @sandracalderon-andrade7537
    @sandracalderon-andrade7537 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been waiting on this next episode all day ! Thank you for sharing your story , I’ve loved you since 3LW and then on The Cheetah Girls and The Real. I’m so happy for you that you got your sweet baby boy ! You both are so deserving and I can’t wait for the next episode to continue learning about your journey to motherhood . ❤

  • @anaparra7332
    @anaparra7332 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know you might not see this. I’ve been watching your surrogacy journey. I’ve always said I wanted to do this but your video now has sparked such an interest again in wanting to help a family and becoming a surrogate. Thank you for sharing. God bless ♥️

  • @eldanatesfagaber
    @eldanatesfagaber ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This journey just truly shows how powerful Woman are. This is truly a testimony for you both. People are so quick to think that celebrities don’t go through things like this and for you,Kim and many other celebs and influencers to share this just proves you all aren’t any diff. May God continue to bless you guys and to continue to use you as a vessel to spread his word and your story🤍

  • @jessicacantu7683
    @jessicacantu7683 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I was anxiously waiting for this new video! You guys are so blessed!🤍

  • @kekejulien3480
    @kekejulien3480 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, watching this series is so therapeutic to me. Just to hear some of the same things that I have gone through and to know I'm not alone. Yall are doing such an excellent job explaining everything.

  • @caruiz1971
    @caruiz1971 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG I am truly committed to your journey, as soon as I got the notification I clicked on, the end of this episode has me looking forward to the next episode, your faith & hope is truly inspiring, God does not make mistakes, your journey has been a difficult one but he knew you could handle it & he knew your faith would not let you give up 🙏🥰

  • @emmj_xo
    @emmj_xo ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Watching this doing my makeup...thank god I waited till the end to put on mascara because when you read the letter..I lost it..I'm 6 months pregnant watching this series and it really touches my heart to hear your story. Coming into an unplanned pregnancy and being afraid, you're story has really put into perspective that everything happens for a reason and you don't have to fear life bc God always has a plan. Watching your journey makes me appreciate mine a little more especially since I've struggles with perinatal depression. Thank you guys. AMEN🙏

    • @jrenee8303
      @jrenee8303 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Omg, your story sounds a lot like mine. I’m almost 5 months pregnant and it was very unexpected. I dealt/deal with extreme depression during this pregnancy and this series has really helped change my perspective on things

    • @aleesharenea1477
      @aleesharenea1477 ปีที่แล้ว

      Alot of times it's unplanned do you plan to keep your baby? I had an unplanned pregnancy with my second.

  • @radhikaraj7394
    @radhikaraj7394 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Adrienne you are such an inspiration i really love this series and hope to be a mother one day too your bravery and strength speaks volumes to so many women and couples. Israel is so loving towards you and your love between each other really shows by how calm and peaceful you are together!

  • @indnicoftime
    @indnicoftime ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely love this series! Thank you both for your transparency and honesty. You have been on an incredible journey which has positioned you to bless so many others. You are empowering your viewers with information that could be useful on their journey. Your unyielding faith, hope, and steadfastness throughout a very difficult time has been inspiring. I am anxiously and excitedly waiting for next part of this series. You have BEAUTIFUL son and the fact that we know this story will end with a victory is amazing!

  • @astridmendoza1427
    @astridmendoza1427 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve cried every episode. You guys are amazing for taking us on your journey. ❤ thanks for sharing

  • @Chiichii0503
    @Chiichii0503 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This always gets me so emotional,ive been trying for a year and havent had anyluck im 28 years old and i do have pcos im honestly very afraid that this will be a hard journey for me. I dont talk about it with anyone because i dont want to put that energy in the air. i do have faith that one day i will become a mother because i never wanted to create life with someone i love more than i do now. Thank you for telling your story you are such a strong person.

  • @SunnyRay-lu3yp
    @SunnyRay-lu3yp ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would just like to thank the both of you for being so transparent with all of us. For sharing your story with us. Such a brave thing to do. Blessings to you and your family!❤️