The Story of Nicholas and the Passion to Help Others
Our story begins like any other couple making the decision to start a family - our education, career, and finances were all in place. Never did it enter our mind that we'd have trouble conceiving a child. But after a year of concentrated efforts, our dreams were shattered and our emotional roller coaster ride began.
We were puzzled and confused. After all, this is an issue for “other people” isn't it? Wrong. We're a healthy and vibrant couple so that should count for something, shouldn't it? Wrong again. Our parents didn't have fertility issues so we should be OK, right? Wrong. When we realized we couldn't conceive, you may as well have told us we had cancer or some other type of disease. We felt robbed of a birthright, and helpless to do anything on our own to fix the problem.
After five attempts of IVF, we were thrilled and blessed when Nicholas was born. The emotional cost was huge as was the financial cost. Each time we wrote a cheque or put down our credit card, we counted our blessings that we were able to afford this, and wondered about the thousands of Canadians who may not have the resources.
This is why we have made it our personal mission to give back - our time and resources - to help those who cannot make their dream a reality. Through The Generations of Hope Fertility Assistance Fund, we will slowly but surely ensure everyone has the opportunity to share in the wonderful dream of having a child.
