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Tag Archives: MRKH
The ‘Markings’ of a Good Life
My land legs are a bit wobbly as of late- and when I say land, I mean life and when I say wobbly, I mean vulnerable. I am essentially feeling vulnerable in life. When you have committed to exploring one’s … Continue reading
Kristen X2 Shares Their First Experience Attending a BYMRKH Meeting in Seattle!
Hi my name is Kristen. I’m 33 years old and at 16 I was “undiagnosed” with MRKH because they didn’t have the information on it that they do today. I was told I was one in a million, and I suffered … Continue reading
Posted in acceptance, hope, infertility, MRKH, MRKH sisterhood, MRKH Warrior, Seattle, sisterhood
Tagged acceptance, Conference, healing, Meeting, MRKH, MRKH sisterhood, MRKH Warrior, Seattle, sisterhood, warrior
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Keeping Secrets
I was 16 when I was diagnosed with MRKH, already struggling to dig out my niche in the world. The doctor explained to me I was born without a uterus and vagina, would require either dilation or reconstructive surgery to … Continue reading
Posted in acceptance, infertility, MRKH, MRKH supporter
Tagged acceptance, Beautiful You MRKH Foundation, Diagnosis, infertility, MRKH, secrets, support
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I am Tired of Hiding
While I imagine that most will continue past this post, I hope you’ll stop and read it. It contains brutal honesty and personal info; be prepared for a giant case of TMI. Most guys will probably want to scroll past, … Continue reading
Posted in awareness, family planning, infertility, MRKH
Tagged awareness, children, dilators, family planning, infertility, marriage, MRKH, strength
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MRKH Supporter Runs Half Marathon to Raise Money and Awareness for the MRKH Community
Long time MRKH Supporter, Cory Bettis is using her first half-marathon to raise money and awareness for the MRKH community by donating all of the funds she raises to the Beautiful You MRKH Foundation! This amazing and selfless … Continue reading
Posted in awareness, friendship, half marathon, infertility, MRKH, MRKH supporter, North Carolina, sisterhood
Tagged awareness, charity, donations, friendship, half marathon, infertility, MRKH, MRKH Supporter, North Carolina, sisterhood, support, TODD
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Stay Strong, Stay Positive and Stay Kind
Let me tell you about my life. I am one of very few unique women to be born with a rare condition. The clinical term is Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome but since no one can pronounce that, we call it MRKH. To … Continue reading
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Tagged awareness, brave, confidence, fighters, infertility, kind, MRKH, positive, resilient, sisterhood, sisters, strong, warriors
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The Power of ‘Coming Out’
My name is Mell, I am an 18 year old living in Australia with MRKH syndrome and this is my MRKH story. My journey with MRKH syndrome started just over 2 years ago now when I turned 16. I remember … Continue reading
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Tagged acceptance, Australia, confidence, donating, freedom, infertility, journey, MRKH, power, rare, scared, shame, support
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Never. Ever. Settle.
“Ally, where have you been?” This is what I said to myself last night on the bus ride home. As I continued to ‘IPhone swipe’ between my inbox and Facebook every 20-30 seconds on the humid and cramped 381, I … Continue reading
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Tagged acceptance, Diagnosis, forgiveness, MRKH, pain, settle, shame
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Celebrating 11 Years Of My MRKH Diagnosis
It’s midnight and sure enough, Rosie wakes up. She needs a diaper change and a bottle, followed by some cuddles and then it’s back to sleep. From then until around 6:30 AM, we may wake up once or twice…or possibly … Continue reading
MRKH Monday: Give Back with Giving Tuesday! #MRKHmonday #GivingTuesday
Here is your weekly MRKH news recap. Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday! Giving Tuesday is a global day dedicated to giving back! On Tuesday, December 2, 2014, charities, families, businesses, community centers, and students around the world will come together for one common … Continue reading
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Tagged Australia, CBS, donating, giving back, Giving Tuesday, infertility, Jaclyn Schultz, MRKH, Survivor
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The Empowerment of the Silent Sisterhood 