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Up Meet Our Recipients
As our couples go through this process, please keep them in your
thoughts and prayers. This is a very emotional time for them.
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Recipient Stories_________________________________________
Chris and Stefanie Stuart
Chris and Stefanie Stuart have been married for 10-1/2 years. They live in
Greene Township with their son Jacob. They have been trying for 5 years to give Jacob a baby brother or sister. After several
heartbreaking attempts of IUI (intra-uterine insemination). In June 2008 they went through the IVF (in-vitro fertilization)
process at the Cleveland Clinic. Jillian Renea Stuart was born on March 2 @12:40am weighing in at 8lbs. 4oz. See our Bby Album
page for a beautiful picture of Jillian. [back to top]
Mark and Carol Kufner
It is with great sadness that we must report that our second couple's attempt
at IVF was unsuccessful. Mark and Carol have not given up yet though. Please join with us and keep them in your thoughts and
prayers as they find a way to heal from this and build up the courage to try again. [back to top]
Marc and Connie Nelson
We have selected a third couple to receive a grant. Their names are Marc and
Connie Nelson. They have been married for six years and have been trying to have a baby for three years. Marc and Connie live
in Millcreek with their two beagles, Chloe and Bailey. Connie learned that her fallopian tubes were abnormal after having
a laproscopy procedure done. They have been unsuccessful in their IUI attempts so the next step for them is IVF. Connie underwent
IVF in December 2008 and welcomed Brody Randall Nelson on September 9, 2009. We are so happy for them. Be sure to check out
Baby Album page for more details! [back to top]
Randy and Jennifer Hotchkiss
Randy and Jennifer Hotchkiss have been trying to conceive a child for the
last 4-1/2 years. After going through extensive medical testing and several less intensive fertility treatments, Randy and
Jennifer are left with IVF as their "last hope." Both Randy and Jennifer love children, spending many hours a week
with their numerous nieces and nephews. Jennifer has made children the focus of her life, working as a pre-school teacher
and with an Early Intervention program, but they long for a child of their own. [back to top]
Patrick and Julie Schwindt
It's TWINS for Julie and Patrick Schwindt! Julie and Patrick have been married
for 12 years and have attempted to have a family for the last 11+ years. With a history of early menopause in Julie’s
family and, after several unsuccessful IUI treatments, IVF was the only option left. Julie went through the IVF cycle in May
2009. We are very happy to announce that they are now expecting "twins" in Feb. 2010. They reside in LeBouef Township
with their bull mastiff, Odin. It was a very Merry Christmas for Julie and Patrick -- they welcomed their twins, Gabriel and
Grace, on December 26, 2009. Check out our baby page soon for more details! [back to top]
Rob and Janet Thompson
Janet & Rob had a dream to build a family as soon as they were married! After
the frustrating diagnosis of unexplained infertility, numerous IUI & multiple IVF procedures, the Thompson’s have
not been successful & have decided to put their dream of children on hold until they are able to create a new vision for
their future. They thank the foundation, family & friends every day for all of their support. [back to top]
Ed and Cathy Miseta
Cathy and Ed Miseta have been married for 8 1/2 years. They have been trying to
conceive for five years. Cathy is a middle-school teacher, while Ed is a college instructor. They have four cats and are looking
forward to the chance to add to their family![back to top]
Todd and Melanie Corry
Melanie and Todd Corry have been trying to conceive since April of 2006. They
NEVER thought it would be so difficult to start a family. Many years of temping, charting, and unsuccessful IUI’s, have
taken a toll on both of them. Early on in their struggle to have a child they had to endure two heartbreaking chemical pregnancies.
That did give them some hope that they could become pregnant, however they haven't had any success or indication that they
are still somewhat fertile since then....that is until now! UPDATE: Todd and Melanie welcomed Addison Olivia Corry on November
10, 2010. Check out our Baby Album to meet their baby girl. [back to top]
Chad and Emily Ewings
Chad and Emily Ewings began their life together 12 years ago. After dating for
only a few short months, Chad was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma. As a result of this, Chad underwent multiple treatments
of chemotherapy and radiation ultimately leading to a stem cell transplant. This transplant took place on January 15, 1999
at Johns Hopkins University. Althought the transplant saved his life, it left Chad unable to have children. They have been
married for 6 years and are ready to begin their family. Chad and Emily are blessed to be public school teachers which gives
them the opportunity to work with and inspire children everyday. They look forward to doing the same with their own children.
We are hoping their dream will soon become reality. UPDATE: Chad and Emily welcomed their twins, Maria and Evan, on October
9, 2010.[back to top]
Patrick and Michelle Traphagen
When Michelle and Patrick Traphagen met they found that they shared the
same goals to have a family, and the same desire to nurture, teach and share family traditions with their children. After
two years of testing and numerous fertility treatments they were given the diagnosis of ‘unexplained infertility”.
Refusing to give up, they did their first attempt using IVF in June 2009 but were heartbroken when they received a negative
result. Michelle and Patrick know in their heart that they will some day have a child and are hoping that time comes soon.
UPDATE: Michelle and Patrick completed their second IVF cycle in October 2009 and were successful! They welcomed their TWIN
SONS on June 7, 2010.[back to top]
Bryan and Tina Weidler
Tina and Bryan Weidler live in Summit township with their Jack Russell Terrior,
Puck. They both work in the mental health field and enjoy helping others. They have been married for 5 years and have always
thought they would be parents. Tina was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, but her health was stable for them to start family
planning. After 4 years of trying to conceive, including a miscarriage and several failed IUI attempts, time became more of
an issue, especially since Tina has been off her MS medications during this time. With the opportunity given to them by New
Blossoms, they are hopeful that their dream of being parents will soon come true. [back to top]
Nick and Hallie Runser
Nick and Hallie Runser live in Summit been trying to concieve since they married
in 2002. In 2004 Hallie was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome. It was then they began to seek fertility treaments.
After extensive testing and "failed" attempts they went through IVF process. Unfortunately the IVF process was unsuccessful.
When they began to consult more fertility options, Hallie learned she would have to under go surgery which resulted in the
removal of her left ovary and fallopian tube. Still they have not given up hope. Their dreams are to increase their family
and recieve the greatest gift of all, a child. [back to top]
Stacy and Steve Nawrocki
Stacy and Steve Nawrocki have been married for almost 7 years and have been
trying to start their family for 4 years. Given a diagnosis of "unexplained infertility", they have completed several
tests and 4 IUIs, and were ready to begin IVF treatments. However, they found out right before beginning IVF that they were
expecting a little miracle. Their baby girl is due September 6, 2010, and they couldn't be happier. UPDATE: Steve and Stacy
welcomed their baby girl, Lia Grace, on September 13, 2010.[back to top]
Amy and Brian Kennelley
Brian and Amy have been married for 5 yrs and have been trying for a family
for 4.5 yrs. Ever since they met almost 14 years ago they have wanted children of their own. Unfortunately after many unsuccessful
IUI's they have not been able to get pregnant. It has been with the help of NBNL that they will be able to have a chance of
a successful pregnancy and to fullfill their dreams of having a family! [back to top]
Nathan and Cassandra Reed
Nathan and Cassandra Reed were married in 2007 and live in North East with
their son Michael. Cassandra knew being a step mother was a great honor for her but she wanted to have a child of her own
and grow the family from day one. Unfortunately due to a unforeseen accident and complications Nathan was unable to provide
her with that gift..over the last two yrs we have gone through numerous failed tests and medications to try and change that.
The doctors think that IVF is the next step. Now with being blessed by this wonderful gift we received, we hope one day we
will succeed..to share the joys of parenthood. [back to top]
Chris and Corrie McNally
Chris and Corrie McNally live in Girard where they graduated as high school
sweethearts. They have been together since 1995 and began trying to have a family shortly after their wedding in 2003. After
multiple cycles of clomid, Corrie’s surgery for endometriosis, and multiple IUI’s without success, they were at
a crossroads for how to proceed. Multiple friends led them to NBNL which provided a chance to learn/comfort with others in
a similar situation. They are grateful for the opportunity to be a recipient and hope to make the most of it. [back to top]
Bryan and Christy Lechner
Bryan and Christy Lechner have been together for 17 years. They reside in
Erie with their dog, Rupert. They were married in 2008 and decided to try to have children shortly after getting married.
With age being a big factor, Christy went to see a specialist after trying for one year. She was diagnosed with PCOS. After
being put on medication, several IUI's and 6 months on clomid they decided to do more testing. They did surgery to try to
remove a septum and found that one tube was closed and there was a lot of scar tissue. After consulting with Dr. Goldfarb
they decided that IVF was the best hope for having a baby. They are very excited to start this next step and extremely grateful
they have been given this opportunity. [back to top]
Ben and Kathleen Higgins
Ben and Kathleen Higgins live in Waterford, PA with their German Short Hair
Pointer’s, Paint and T-Rex. This "two-of-kind" have been working on a "full house" since their wedding
day in May 2007. They were given the title of unexplained infertility after countless tests, seven IUI’s, and enduring
five devastating miscarriages. To assist them to carry to term, they are getting ready to begin an IVF cycle which will include
Pre-implantation Genetic Screening (PGS). The Higgins’ are extremely grateful to NBNL for the opportunity to continue
to try to have a family of their own and to spread the message of "Hope" to all they meet every day. Click here to follow the Higgins journey on their blog. [back to top]
Chris and Kelly Erickson
Chris and Kelly Erickson have been married for six years and have struggled
with infertility since the beginning of their relationship. They have tried to conceive a child through IUI's but have been
unsuccessful. The couple has been through alot over the last several years - enduring the tragic deaths of two immediate family
members as well as their own seperation as Chris just recently returned from his second deployment to Iraq since 2003. They
are gratful for the opportunity New Blossoms New Life Foundation is providing to them. [back to top]
Jay and Marianne Pacansky
Jay and Marianne Pacansky have been married for 13 years and live in East
Springfield with their son, Tyler. Their battle with infertility began when Marianne was diagnosed with premature ovarian
failure and, as a result, entered early menopause. They so desperately want to give Tyler a sibling and add to their family.
After seeing many different doctors, each stated that IVF is their only option. They are so grateful for the opportunity that
New Blossoms New Life Foundation as given them! [back to top]
Earl and Nicki Mimes
Earl and Nicki Mimes are a military family – Nicki is a military wife and
her husband, Earl, proudly serves in the United States Army. Earl has no children but has cared for Nicki’s daughter,
Kadeejah, since the age of 3. They have been trying for years to have a small bundle of joy of their own but have not been
successful. They have struggled to get pregnant since 2005 when a tubal pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage as well as the
loss of one of Nicki’s fallopian tubes. And to make matters worse, Earl was deployed during this emotional time. They
continue to have faith and are so proud to be New Blossoms New Life Foundations’ 26th recipient. [back to top]
David and Jennifer Kent
David and Jennifer Kent were married in Sept. 2001. They currently live in
Greene Township with their dogs, River and Lecter, and their cat Jacub. After having had several miscarriages earlier in life,
Jennie had given up all hope of every having a baby of her own. In 2008, they began looking at possible infertility solutions.
After a couple of corrective surgeries in 2009, they thought that their dreams had come true with a successful IUI transfer.
Sadly, they miscarried once again. The following transfers were unsuccessful as well. With the love of Dave’s sister,
Cindy, and the generosity of New Blossoms New Life, they are ready to continue their journey on the road to parenthood. Cindy
has offered to become a surrogate for the Kent’s.[back to top] |
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