OUR HONEST TTC (trying to conceive) JOURNEY... | James and Carys

[@heleniddon8323]

I tried for 5 years had IVF no pregnancy, my Dr said that I needed to except that I probably wouldn't have children and to fill my life with other things (a heartbreaking comment) so I then just stop obsessing and ovulating tests, etc etc, then something made me buy a pregnancy test, I was pregnant, GP said miracle child wouldn't have anymore, started to feel nauseous, was pregnant again , have 2 beautiful daughters, 21 & 18, so never give up but taking the pressure off I definitely believe it helps, good luck to everyone, congratulations to Cary's and James X ❤

[@ginaabreu9391]

Agreed took me 6 years, no ferrility treatments because they said I was ‘normal’ other than being irregular with ovarian cysts. But when I gave up, stopped tracking my fertility, o realized I was two weeks late. Now I have my sweet boy!

[@amegawillow4983]

@@ginaabreu9391 thank you, these give me hope x

[@avt30]

Took me 15 years!!! But now have a son 🥰

[@tamishastokes]

Wow what a testimony

[@courtneyweller4297]

Not pregnant nor trying to conceive but found this video so interesting and your openness is greatly appreciated! 😊 PS: I'm a big fan of the long, sit down videos😍

[@TheSophIsNotOnFire]

I learned more about my cycle from carys than I did in school

[@dinahrichards5493]

Ain’t that the truth! They need to teach this more in schools, I didn’t know any of that about ovulation and I’m 26! Xx

[@laurenbrown6056]

Honestly !!!!!

[@kayleighd9151]

Yep, mood

[@sheilahenry1749]

To understand more about pregnant program t.co/ZjiQWg7kxq At 44 years of age, I had been able to resolve my erection problems. After learning that my period was delayed, It made me really fired up. Now I welcome parenthood and maternity.

[@paulajayne444]

I can not get over how grown up these two are. As a young couple they seem to just know how/what to say and explain what they are talking about, and be very informative to help others, regardless of what they are discussing Sex, Pregnancy, House Buying... whatever it is James and Carys are the best at helping and answering questions, even ones that haven't been asked. Their parents must be really proud of their Son and Daughter (in-laws). Really looking forward to following their Pregnancy and home renovation progress and of course "meeting" baby Whitticker when he or she arrives xxx

[@whitleyberry7433]

Me & my husband have been TTC for 6 years. It's heartbreaking. So I feel your pain you had every month.

[@savmhj23x49]

Good vibes from me 🤞🏼❤️

[@elliem1380]

Sending hugs and positive vibes. Our TTC journey started in 2016 and it's been on and off... currently on hold due kidney transplant x

[@jaynelethbridge]

I get a little annoyed with them for the whole 'ttc' journey. 5 months trying is really nothing 😡. You are going through hell, they can not compare. Hugs to you and your husband

[@whitleyberry7433]

@@jaynelethbridge I don't get annoyed by them at all. TTC journey is still hard no matter how fast you get pregnant. You still go months hoping for a positive and continue to see negative Which is heartbreaking for anybody. You still spend your time checking temps, ovulation, taking test and having sex. Which sometimes when your so desperate to concieve can feel like a job more then fun for most.

[@jaynelethbridge]

@@nicolag4701 I myself had 4 years trying to conceive a 2nd much wanted child (4 years after my 1st and a late miscarriage . I know what it feels like. It just irks me that they keep going on about ttc. No offence to anyone (I'll now go back to my own business and leave in peace)

[@chloebreen5712]

As a 21 year old girl (and I’m not in a relationship nor trying to get pregnant), this was such an amazing video to watch, I think this video will stay in my mind for the future when the day comes when I do want to TTC, and so thank you so much for that. Honestly James and Carys you are both so amazingly open and I love it and I am thankful for how much you’ll be helping people with this video ❤️

[@lydiaaaa.__9034]

This is really informing. As a student midwife, it’s not really our job role to educate people on this kind of thing. I know briefly obviously the anatomy and physiology of ovulation/hormones, but didn’t know about the little things that can make a difference. It’s nice to hear it in a non-clinical way and how people actually react to this kind of information, like yourselves. I loooved this video, very helpful for lots of different people! 💗💗

[@lydiaaaa.__9034]

Also, I love the attacked by the light moment 😂😂

[@nicolewren8526]

I absolutely love how involved James is with the process. Its interesting my husband and I got pregnant the first month with our first kid, first month with our second, and 2 entire years to conceive our 3rd we even had miscarried our twins the month before we got pregnant the 3rd time. You are so amazing, and I LOVE that you made this video thank you so much for taking the time to do this.

[@amihumphreys194]

What’s amazing is you guys went through the whole journey, and no matter how much of a struggle it was. This NEVER came across on camera and hats off to you. You are so strong carys, you guys wanted this so so much and you’ve finally done it. Can’t wait to watch the rest of the pregnancy journey even though I’m insanely jealous because I’m so so broody lololol love you xx

[@xtxza]

TTC for almost 4 years now. Every month of not being pregnant is heartbreaking.. So glad you got the baby you so badly wanted, its nice to see you so genuinely grateful and not taking it for granted ❤️

[@montaamanta6380]

sending you lots of love! ❤️

[@melnason7825]

Ah bless you....really hope things work out well for you xx

[@jenniferdiazalbano9020]

TTC for 2 years.. completely have same feeling but feel a bit realised knowing that you are not alone.. because it’s feel so bad.. specially when everyone around you is getting pregnant and is not happening to you.. all my blessings for you, hope it’s happening soon xx

[@xmaria26]

Hope your dream came true three years after this comment xx

[@xtxza]

@@xmaria26 Thank you for your lovely comment. They did indeed come true, I'm currently pregnant and due in 4 weeks. 7 years of TTC. I count my blessings every single day x

[@courtneyhernandez5666]

I’m a sonography student and I’m also trying to conceive. On ultrasound you can see when you’re about to ovulate and once you already have. I have the ability to scan myself everyday so add that on top of everything Carys was doing. 😫 I feel you Carys.

[@Liz-jz7dv]

I’m 37 and have no interest in babies or getting pregnant or anything really pregnancy related but I’ve watched and loved everyone of your videos about your pregnancy and I just think you’re both the loveliest most down to earth couple! I love that you re just so open and honest and matter of fact about things and I could watch you guys talk about anything I think! Lol! Congratulations on the pregnancy both of you and thanks for the amazing videos :) xx

[@sophieferguson4968]

“Doing it lots and lots and lots”😂😂😂 aw too funny

[@erinxo6870]

Im 15 , i do not plan on getting pregnant for the next 10 + years ..... but i cannot miss a james & carys video ❤️ love you both and can’t wait to watch your journey x

[@krisb5695]

Well I am 33 and cant not conceive so we will be here together just showing support

[@erinxo6870]

@@krisb5695 aw im sorry ❤️ love watching their videos when im stressed so cannot wait to watch them grow and welcome a baby into their lives !x

[@maliefa5415]

I’m 17 and same I don’t want kids for ages but I just love James and Carys and I never miss a vid xxx

[@erinxo6870]

@@maliefa5415 could never miss a single video !x

[@livinglife2139]

I am 17 and just so excited for when my love will come around and to have kids I definitely hope to have them while I’m still “young” and I don’t think that anything is wrong with that

[@NBS_Haywardx]

My story is a little sad so please read with caution! Back in 2019, I fell pregnant and didn’t have any idea. I went had my scan and found out I was 16 weeks, 1 month later we found out it was a little boy. 3 weeks later at 22 weeks and 3 days, I gave birth to a sleeping angel baby boy 💙 Fast forward to November 16th 2019, I became pregnant again but sadly lost baby at 6 weeks 2 days. It’s now a year on, my period has started up again and I’m hopeful we will be blessed with a little baby soon. I truly believe everything happens for a reason and everything will fall into place. Right now we would love another little one and we plan to just going to let things happen when it wants to happen. I really appreciate this video as it’s so helpful. Your honesty is refreshing, thank you so much Carys and James 👼🏻❤️

[@krisb5695]

I am sorry that's very tough I hope everything works out very soon

[@NBS_Haywardx]

@@krisb5695 thank you! The post wasn’t written to gain sympathy but rather just to let everyone know that’s there’s another preceptive and everything will be ok ❤️

[@hannah-ni2wd]

❤️ you are so strong + im sure the future holds great things for you

[@jenniferneill7505]

❤️

[@krisb5695]

Prayers for you

[@demiwhitehead7428]

I was TTC for nearly 2 years and I was getting referred to the Gynocolist, I got to the point where I felt broken with it all, depressed, didn’t feel human. No one understood, I felt so alone. To the end I stopped doing the ovulation test, temp, tracking my days, also the vitamins I stopped. then this month I’ve got a BFP!!! I don’t know how but I’m finally pregnant I’m nearly 6 weeks! So early days but I still can’t believe it!! I’m over whelmed..

[@jessicaolivia6680]

Congratulations xxx

[@98lovelivelife]

So happy this happened for you❤️

[@LB-ls8hh]

I'm not struggling to conceive, nor am I even trying to conceive - nowhere near 😂 however, I KNOW this video is going to help SO many people!

[@ThePhilps]

Omg guys please please do a 'EVERYTHING MY DOG TOUCHES WE BUY' Challenge for Mila in pets at home 😂😭😭 Thanks for the TTC vid! Glad it wasn't awkward but super interesting 🥰🥰

[@andreac9068]

Did Mila make an acct called Alex? Mighty suspicious

[@cherryrawson6909]

We started trying in December 2019, put so much stress on the relationship after a few months. I said to partner let's take a break and start in the month we'd be safe to go on holiday (didn't know we'd cancel due to a pandemic). We started in Feb 2020 and then in March conceived, I'm currently 32+ weeks and on the final stretch..... Still feels like a dream 🥰😂 Can totally relate to a lot of the things mentioned here! 😍

[@TheHeejy]

It’s taken my partner and I three years to fall pregnant, I’m currently half way through the pregnancy and I couldn’t relate more to so many things you touched on here. There’s so much conflict of info and opinions it can be difficult to navigate, from being told “ I’m still young” “it’ll happen when you aren’t trying”, “I didn’t even try”, “just get drunk and it’ll happen” it was endless, and everyone had the best of intentions but after 3 years of negative tests it was heartbreaking. I love that some light is being shed on how difficult actually getting pregnant can be! Like Cary’s said regardless of how long your ttc journey has been you can still feel how you feel!

[@demijamielee_0304]

My cycle is the exact same as Carys', suuuuper irregular. And it gives me comfort to know that there are many women who have irregular cycles. Thank you for sharing all this information, I've learned so much from you Carys🥰

[@aniardA]

Currently on a ttc journey (month 3) and everything you said is exactly how my husband and I feel. Thank you for sharing your journey so openly.

[@jenhasago7561]

Can I just say WOW ❤ I’m literally in week 2 of ttc and it’s so nice to hear someone talk about exactly how I’m feeling and what I’m doing. I’ve become obsessive with googling, recording ovulation blah blah and after watching this I’m deleting all the apps and stopping the ovulation kits to just breathe! Thank you so much James and Carys for this video, I really needed it ✨

[@chloemoore8361]

Just want to say I’m not trying to conceive but wow, they definitely need to teach you more about your cycle at school! I had absolutely no idea about any of this

[@alicebritchford7667]

I’ve been trying baby for 3 years! It’s so heart breaking ! I feel like I’m never going to conceive. I know I’m only 25 but me and my partner havnt been on contraception for 5 years and nothing. Waiting to see fertility clinic.... it’s so hard when we get asked by everyone “oh when we going to see you two have a little one” it’s so so hard because it’s a constant reminder of not conceiving.

[@xtxza]

I've been TTC for 4 years but I appreciate it can be equally as heartbreaking TTC for 4 months..

[@nicolag4701]

I agree no matter how long it's tough going 2 yrs here and will need help too 🤞🏼❤️

[@Loverpink663]

It’s not a competition

[@elliem1380]

@@Loverpink663 absolutely it's not a race/competition. Its heartbreaking regardless of how long you've been trying x

[@Loverpink663]

@@elliem1380 One hundred percent agree. I hope everyone dealing with it. Gets peace one day

[@ElseyandEssie]

When I first fell pregnant my now fiancé shouted “YES! My swimmers work” 😂😂😂 I never thought about his feelings until that day haha xxx

[@kaylatedrow3794]

My husband and I have been TTC for almost 5 years and have had 2 miscarriages. It has been very hard, but God is in control. I’m so happy for you guys!

[@michellebull9184]

Speaking about learning, I would strongly recommend you to research breastfeeding if you are choosing to breastfeed. My first baby came a month early and I had no clue about nipple shields, how long to feed on each side, positions of feeding, pumping, sterilization of pumping items, how long to pump, freezing milk, sore nipples, etc. which was really difficult to do while very sleep deprived. I did it, but wish I was extremely educated on breastfeeding ahead of time so I could properly troubleshoot issues that come up. Love the video! You remind me of myself and my husband. Hugs! 😊❤️💫

[@clairebaker900]

I read and researched loads and still felt unprepared. It's so hard! x

[@krisb5695]

My sisters 1st son was born with a hole in his heart or lung so he was in the NICU in what I call a pickle jar for 2 weeks and because he was given breast milk via bottle he never learned to use a real nipple. So she had to pump and then freeze and all that. I was at her house one day when she was done pumping she was going to run her breast milk in bags to the hospital, she spilt some and just started bawling. Having jo kids I was just sitting there like 😳 not realizing that it was colostrum and basically gold

[@shaunaphelan3360]

I'm 5 mins in and just wanted to say my husband and I have been TTC for 4 years and last two years he's been going through kidney failure so had to put it on pause but hopefully after his transplant I can go back to my fertility specialist and go on whatever I need to get a BFP! But really appreciate the sensitivity to people trying for years and I wanna say I'm so happy for you both, it's such a blessing to have a dream come true and your baby is obviously already so loved and wanted, ye will be amazing 💗

[@DarlingDays7]

Oh my goodness your ttc journey was so much like ours! When we first had unprotected sex I was sure I was pregnant (they pretty much tell you in school that unprotected sex causes you to get pregnant so I was naive also). Eventually I got ovulation test kits and downloaded an app on my phone and found out how it all worked. It took us 5 months as well! I am 35 weeks pregnant this week, inducing at 38 weeks so our baby boy will be here soon. 😍💕 so happy and excited for you both!

[@krisb5695]

Just curious why are you inducing at 38 weeks?

[@melnason7825]

Congratulations......you have such exciting times ahead xx

[@DarlingDays7]

I have had chronic htn issues from the beginning so they won’t let me go beyond 38 weeks.

[@krisb5695]

@@DarlingDays7 oh I hope everything goes well 🙏

[@elliespragg4187]

This video shows every reason why I love you guys and your channel so much. So real, raw and honest, thank you for sharing your journey with us 💗💗

[@Jessica.Wallace]

You guys are so respectful of one another and of all your viewers, it’s so lovely to see and be a part of ❤️

[@elliem1380]

❤😘 I'm so incredibly happy and excited for you both and mila to be a big sister. Our TTC journey started in May 2016 we had to postpone in September 2017.. I was in kidney failure and on a journey to start dialysis. 20months ago (Feb 2019) I was extremely lucky to receive a life changing/improving kidney transplant. I was told the day after surgery I had a belter (fantastic) of a match and in year we could potentially try for a family. We had planned to get my implant out in march but covid put a stop to that and I went into strict shielding. We are waiting to see an obstetrician to see if it's possible. I don't ovulate. Some of my anti-rejection will need to be changed. We knew at the start of out TTC journey it would be hard but we are hopefully. #kidneywarrior! 💚😘

[@thehylandhub273]

Oh my, I got so much from this! Thank you!!! We are at month 5 of TTC at the moment and the struggle is real but hearing this gave me so much hope and made me realise that I am not completely crazy and alone with how consuming it is. Thank you again.

[@Jen.shack93]

My parents tried for 10 years to have me. They then went down the route of IVF. They had a couple of unsuccessful rounds and my mum pretty much gave up. After the last round my mum had pretty much decided in her head that it wasn’t going to work, so she decided to go out for drinks with friends and just enjoy herself. Boom, here I am 😊

[@serenaeckersall8365]

I’ve been trying for 9 months. Unfortunately suffered a miscarriage in feb. It’s hard but this video has let me see a way forward so I want to personally thank the both of you for displaying this video it’s helped in ways I can’t describe. I’m so overally happy for you both i really am❤️

[@savanahlynntaylor1460]

I was tracking everything with this pregnancy currently 9 weeks on Friday. Took 14 months of trying. My oldest took 2 tears and my 2nd took 18 months. Tracking bbt and charting can be wonderful but it's not for everyone . I am still so happy for you!!

[@magdamagda2382]

I dont talk to anyone about trying to conceive and it feels like im with this on my own. I dont talk to my bf about it so he wouldn’t stress nor i rly have anyone to talk to. Your video truly helped me to calm down and enjoy the process

[@stefl4341]

My partner and I were trying for 10 and a half years and 2 miscarriages and no full term baby for us we have decided to call it quits with trying but im so excited for you two and cant wait to watch ur bump grow :D love u guys by the way and i must say u are glowing carys lots of love x

[@leh3100]

This has helped me so much with my TTC journey. Literally felt calm for the first time in ages.THANKYOU!

[@autahassan143]

Hey I know of a spell caster that can help you manifest children into your womb in less than 2weeks,he helped me my sis and my aunt. He can help you with twins or triplet,he is so powerful.,...🆗

[@avt30]

Really refreshing to hear you both appreciate that you guys conceived quickly...took me 15 YEARS!!! You clearly don’t take it for granted, congrats to you both xxx

[@georginagreenaway466]

It’s lovely that you guys can be so open about this. We were the same as you guys, it took us 6 months which isn’t a crazy amount of time and we feel so lucky. But the mental stress is like no other! A month feels like a year and every negative is just so heartbreaking. The minute I thought ‘it wasn’t meant to be’ it happened!! I was so convinced every month I was pregnant but so disheartening when I wasn’t. I was obsessed with research and pregnancy tests! Thank you for being so open and helping others talk ❤️

[@purplediva1893]

EVERYTHING about this video is absolutely spot on. Thank you so much for being who you are and opening up on your journey. -The understanding at the beginning that some people finding this too difficult to watch -Cary's pregnant brain moments -The real life moments of letting Mila out rather than editing it out -The devastating but spot on summary of how Cary's felt about every day of every month -The little comments like 'stop or I'll end up peeing myself" -The honesty about the taboo and stigma around this subject and infertility You guys are amazing ☺️❤️ I am loving following you on this journey and your really keeping me going through this difficult time with covid and giving me something to focus my attention on rather than giving into my anxiety Xxxx

[@NatashaJacksonxo]

Loved watching this felt like I was involved, like James just nipping to the toilet etc felt so natural and real. And I loved hearing your story and it’s so nice to hear normal life chat ❤️

[@whitneypickle]

5 years of infertility treatments, 7 years of trying with my husband, a total of 13 years since I first started trying (I had a divorce in there). I'm finally 19 weeks pregnant with my sweet baby boy thanks to IVF. I'm so happy for you 2 (3 now)! Looking forward to following y'all's journey through pregnancy and see how similar or different it is to mine. It's a wild ride so far.

[@charlottecurbishley9926]

I’m currently going through IVF; TTC and everything is such a draining thing and I’m so happy for you guys. My journey has been around 3/4 years now so hopefully this time is it❤️❤️

[@megpollard8859]

Love this video, it took us 12 months to conceive and we really felt the mental exhaustion each month that past, not even just myself but my husband as well. Some months I had to console him more than he had to console me. Your video whilst we were trying would have been so helpful. I am due a week today 🥰

[@georgiap828]

Meg Pollard so happy for you!

[@amegawillow4983]

Omg hope you have a good birth x

[@lamsorna3557]

Going through this atm so nice to hear that someone else researched and obsessed as much as me. It's so hard not too and can seem like your nuts 💖

[@fionagoldie7336]

Just come back to this video having watched it 2 years ago as an intrigued but not even thinking about pregnancy young woman… now in my own ttc journey and it’s been the best thing ever to watch not only is it super helpful and made me feel so much better (currently going through the month 3 break downs) but also made me smile so much, thinking about your journey from then till now and thinking about Amber and now your new little baby! Crazy to think about how much excitement and emotion there was for this unknown being and that’s Amber now 🤍 Thank you x

[@charlieh5161]

I’ve just done the same! I hope you either have your positive now or that you are well on your way, currently in the TWW and struggling!

[@fionagoldie7336]

@@charlieh5161 I’ve taken a break as it was all getting too much! Hope you get the news your hoping for :)

[@georginabarton1444]

Our TTC journey was so similar to yours, every month I thought I was pregnant and every month I cried when I wasn’t. I can remember breaking down in the car park at work one month. We too fell pregnant the month we stopped trying. Our baby is now 8 weeks old! It’s great that you are sharing your journey and I’m sure it’s helping lots of people who are TTC, I found the whole thing very lonely at the time.

[@emilybarba2402]

TTC is such a touchy subject. People are going to be upset and it’s just how it is, a “long time” can be different for everyone. People try for years, people try for months and some try for weeks. I get obsessed while ttc too it just happens it’s hard to “not try”. I loved this video. I’m currently 32 weeks with my rainbow baby boy, after 3 miscarriages last year and a year and a half of trying/waiting. Whoever’s reading this and needs to see this it will happen don’t give up, try not to stress even though it’s easier said than done❤️❤️❤️

[@chloewilkoo]

I’m a mum of two and don’t plan anymore babies but I’m soooo here for all things babies on your channel, I also wish everyone trying to conceive that you get your little miracle. As hard as it is just try not to stress too much some of the most amazing things happen in the most unexpected times 😊

[@AmeliaTrimm]

I'm a fairly new subscriber, started following after you announced your pregnancy! My husband and I are currently TTC our first baby and we're on our 4th month of 'really' trying - it's tough! At first, I was very chill and then I got into tracking my temperature and symptoms. Unfortunately, I've had two months back to back where I've had a chemical pregnancy which have been utterly heart-breaking but I've tried to stay positive! This video has helped me to see that I'm not alone in my worries and concerns and what will be will be! Thank you

[@aqualupa9318]

it took me and my partner 1 year and half. so long, thank you for making this video; I would have loved to have a video to watch like this so I didn't feel so alone... now 3 years down the line from having our daughter we are trying for baby #2 currently on month 8 of trying. fingers crossed. so so happy for you guys. you guys are the best xxxx

[@aimeeburrows4065]

I have to be honest, I am struggling to watch these videos. I currently lost my first baby at 11 weeks. But having you talk about it has eased the pain

[@rhiwilliams4482]

As someone who has been/is ttc i appreciate this video so much! Youve made all my feelings feel so validated. I am so grateful for that! I think you've doing wonders for breaking that stigma! Thank you!

[@LifeWithSim]

James’ face when she said “you get drunk when you drink alcohol” instead of pregnant😂😂 xx

[@kali-danapotter4189]

Parenthood quote from TTC to when they’re grown: ‘the days are long but the years fly’ cherish one this each day good or bad

[@92oollkkaa]

So Happy you've posted this video! Really happy that both of you are pregnant right now! We have been trying to conceive for almost 3 years and still no luck, unfortunately, IV is not an option for us :( What everyone was saying is to chill out about this and stop being obsessed about this - it's hard! However, We will still be trying. Please stay healthy and all the best for you and your lovely hubby James!

[@katherineshaw1780]

I love that you are so open about it, and don't sugar coat it. Thank you this video helped x

[@abzie7414]

Did i a single 19 year old just watch 53 minutes of a video explaining about TTC yes yes I did and I learnt so much ♥️

[@aman8086]

I’m also a single 19 year old but I’m obsessed with pregnancy videos! X 😂

[@emmandbabytamzen]

Absolutely bloody brilliant !! U delivered that open conversation so bloody good !! I felt emotional watching it and had tears at the end. I wish I had watched that 8 years ago on my own journey . U both delivered that so openly, honestly and beautifully. Brilliant thank you 🙏🏻😘

[@autumnmarie9868]

I love how open you guys are about your journey, this is going to help so many people. Thank you for your open and honest content ❤️ love you both

[@hadiabadreldien]

Me and my partner just had our baby after TTC for 7 months and it was such a long journey that feels never ending at the time. But now our baby is here and we couldn’t feel anymore blessed. Congratulations guys x

[@lwjessie]

“I look good in pitch black” I actually howled at this 😂😂 Throughly enjoyed the whole 53 minutes despite not TTC

[@lilyperry7621]

I’m 19 and in no way, shape or form trying to conceive but I listened to every second of this so intently 🤩

[@jordanskyfinding7767]

One of the most important videos on KZbin, without a doubt. Thank you for sharing all of this information in such a comforting and wonderful way. A beautiful couple ❤️

[@makaylajack]

I'm not pregnant or trying to conceive but I found this so interesting and informative , love these sit down videos ❤ thank you guys so much for being so open and informative ❤

[@alyssalauraa]

When I tell you I almost teared up throughout this video. I’m super excited for you guys and so grateful to have found Carys’s channel about 3 years ago. I’ve been watching you guys ever since. It’s basically a “oh James and Carys uploaded” and I stop everything I’m doing to watch with all of the ads included. Thankyou for sharing your TTC journey (I worry all the time about this because I have PCOS) and I cannot wait to see you both as parents!

[@amyhemps]

This video couldn't not have come at a better time! Everything Carys experienced I am experiencing in the frustration of TTC!!!

[@maddyacoustics]

Thank you for being considerate of everyone's journey. I watched so many TTC videos while my husband and I were trying. We tried for 2 years, we were on ovulation inducing medication because I had PCOS. Just when I thought we were getting somewhere I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I had to have a hysterectomy. I will never know the joy of carrying my own child but I was very fortunate to be able to freeze some eggs before starting chemo, maybe I'll be able to have a child via surrogacy or adopt a child some day. My husband thinks I'm crazy for watching people's pregnancy videos and yes, it does make me sad sometimes. But it also makes me happy seeing people's journey and I love babies. I wish you both nothing but the best. You will be great parents. 💕

[@torirooke727]

2 and a half years in. It’s very difficult. I’m so pleased you managed to achieve your baby goal in 5 months... every step of the way is difficult no matter how long your journey is but thank you for realising how frustrating that news is to some of us. I love you channel, your understanding over our real ttc journey is so appreciated xx

[@anettel992]

We tried for 3 years, week before we were supposed to start with IVF we got our first positive test. Gave birth to my precious son 6 months ago. I thougt i would get pregnant each month for the first year. Stopped taking tests after the first year, and just waited for my period and began doubting. I also stopped watching videos about ppl ttc and stopped chatting in ttc forums. Reached out to the hospital after the first year, got in the system, we both got a check up, couldnt find anything. 8 months later i got a surgery, checking my ovaries (think thats the word in english), one was blocked but that shouldnt have anything to say. Over a year later we finally were getting help. We were soooo happy, and started relaxing (everyone tells you should chill out, but thats impossible, even though you know they are right), but we were able to do it by ourselves!

[@VickiLovesDoctorWho]

Crossing my fingers for everyone in the comments trying to conceive 🤞 I hope you'll get your miracle babies soon 💖 Thank you to James and Carys for being so open and honest about this topic! I can't wait to meet baby Jarys 😍

[@WalshAmelia]

This video was very interesting and reminded me a lot of the early months of trying to conceive. Unfortunately for me I was in the bracket of people who still hadn't been able to get pregnant after a year of trying. We started fertility investigations with our GP and then under a specialist at our local hospital and all appeared to be normal in the beginning - then they discovered that I had premature ovarian insufficiency... basically my ovarian reserve was the same as someone aged 45+ and entering menopause. I was 29. Nothing prepares you for the pain and sadness of infertility. We were told we should pursue IVF immediately to have any chance of being able to have a genetic child, but that my ovarian reserve was below the threshold for IVF funded by the NHS. We left that appointment feeling like a bomb had exploded in our lives and we were left completely adrift trying to working out how we could pick up the pieces and work out what to do next. We were told our chances of conceiving naturally were less than 1% and that our chances even with IVF were around 5-10%. We attempted 2 rounds of IVF and only created one embryo that could actually be transferred, we got pregnant but miscarried at 6 weeks. We were told we should move on to using donor eggs. Grieving the loss of my genetics and also giving up on the idea of how we thought we would build our family was the hardest thing I have ever had to do. Almost 3 years on from when we started trying to conceive we have now had an IVF cycle with donor eggs and have 3 perfect embryos in the freezer. We have had 3 cycles where we have tried to prepare my body for transferring back one of our embryos and each time my uterine lining has not been able to get to a good enough level to transfer. We have tried different cocktails of medication to try and get my body to do what it needs to do, in fact we are in the middle of a cycle right now. Facing the reality that even with donor eggs this may not happen for us have been more devastation on top of what we have already experienced. You never know if you are going to be one of the unlucky ones. Somewhere between 1 in 6 and 1 in 8 couples struggle to conceive naturally and sadly we have ended up being one of those couples. It is harder than you could ever imagine. We still hope we might have a happy ending one day, but sadly so, so many people don't. It is heartbreaking.

[@cobalong]

I don't have many useful words to say, but I just hope you end up with so much happiness, regardless of the outcome.

[@emmad2905]

This is the most raw and honest video I've watched on ttc! Thanks for being so honest! So happy for you guys x

[@marniharber1720]

It’s so easy to assume you’ll get pregnant straight away, watching this has taught me SO much! When I try to conceive in the future I’ll definitely remember this video, thank you so much guys, so happy for you and I know you’ll be the greatest parents! ❤️

[@KB-dq3dd]

This is the most I’ve ever felt like your true friends like I always watch and think as we’d be great friends but like this is a real chatty catch up. I’m not trying to conceive but I have definitely already had breakdowns with my boyfriend worrying that I won’t be able to get pregnant and this video has made me feel SO much better about when we eventually do start trying! As a lot of my friends don’t understand that mindset of my future family meaning so much to me already!

[@annalofmark8586]

so glad that you two have made a video on this and talked about a topic that is seen as "taboo" xx

[@pxxxxpsnck1419]

I think this was the best insight into actually how you two are as people and it was so lovely to see! X

[@katielouise7018]

**is visibly crying** James- you’re crying Carys- no I’m not

[@ii9540]

I just love how open these two are , yous two are helping so much people more than you know! Yous both are truly deserving of this wonderful life and this wonderful new life yous are going to be bringing into this world! The most genuine people from KZbin I have ever watched and just overall amazing couple, yous both deserve all the happiness in the world! And all us supporters love yous so much❤️ I wish you so much love and happiness for your amazing new life with your wee baby❤️

[@lifewithjesssxo3656]

I really feel you about being obsessive, it took me 2 years due to PCOS, to conceive in 5 months is incredible and I’m so so happy 😍 I wouldn’t even be concerned unless you’ve been trying for a year, there’s literally so many factors that contribute to being pregnant it’s crazy 😂 but loving this video so far! Another thing about tracking ovulation is your body could try and ovulate not succeed then try again, that happened slot in my journey I thought I’d ovulated when actually I hadn’t my actual ovulation was like a week later x

[@tonivasquez2038]

It’s so cute and refreshing to hear someone talk openly about your sex life. I am always open about it without telling everything, and it’s nice to see someone talk about it

[@MindSparkls]

I’ve never really watched a video of you but I follow you on Instagram and I just love how you two compliment each other and how polite you are to each other. James is so lovely to you, you truly seem like a great and happy couple!

[@alyssasanchez3587]

What makes the biggest difference is having a supportive partner during this process! No matter what happens you've always got each other. We just lost our baby at 10 weeks, we will be onto TTC again once my body regulates and I couldn't imagine not having my husband. He is the MVP.

[@Chloe-qg1jl]

Sending so much love to you 💜💜

[@alyssasanchez3587]

@@Chloe-qg1jl thank you so much ❤

[@angeliqueee7129]

Please please please keep leaving ttc and pregnancy videos and resources! This is all super positive and helpful!

[@alliealltheway]

I think it is common for women to try to “control” something that you have no control over. It isn’t easy to get pregnant like everything thinks and makes it out to be, you only hear about accidental pregnancies and teen pregnancies not about the amount of times people have unprotected sex and don’t get pregnant. I think all of this temperature and symptom stuff is a way of trying to control something that we don’t have control over, of course you can increase your chances by paying attention to ovulation but fundamentally you can’t control everything in life it is full of surprises Congrats though it is so exciting ❤️

[@21guitars]

Carys, your journey sounds exactly the same as mine. It’s so lonely and difficult. I’m in my TWW of my 5th month TTC. I hope you have a happy and healthy pregnancy ❤️

[@babypink56]

Fingers crossed for you 🤍

[@Jeanette_B_Andersen]

Watching this video again❤️ I always thought we would struggle to conceive, so when I became pregnant right away, I was blown away. Only after a week of knowing I was pregnant, I had a miscarriage. It happend Tuesday and I was DESTROYED! Now I just really want to start trying again, and I am trying to prepare myself for it to be a long process, so I appreciate all the advise you are giving in this video.

[@nevewalker-moores4657]

I love how open and honest you guys are!

[@cx3977]

We were literally the same once we started trying I was using ovulation kits every day for the first month to work out when I actually was ovulating as only had one day periods after coming of the patch! Luckily got pregnant on our second month of trying now our baby is 8 weeks tomorrow! The most amazing journey but also very stressful x

[@camilleleguigner9689]

Absolutely love how real and honest you are. So inspiring!

[@trishahowland9741]

Thank you for being willing to put your story out there to help others. Love you both! I will be praying for all those TTC couples.

[@iloveyouxoxo613]

I think I’ve watched this video 10+ times. I’m currently on my TTC journey and nobody really understands how hard it is unless you’ve been through it. My family has a history of getting pregnant in 1-2 months on average and I’m going on month 4. Thank you for sharing your journey ❤️

[@oliviamansworth9986]

I just wanted to say thank you so much for making this video. Myself and my husband are trying to conceive, I also have fibroids which has been causing me a lot of anxiety with infertility etc. I've been so stressed and feeling 'unworthy'. Watching this has honestly made me feel so much more normal. You both look so happy and are going to be amazing parents. You're little bub is going to be so loved ❤

[@randomisthewayforward4045]

I'm glad you mentioned and acknowledged difficulties at the start before speaking of your trying for a baby journey, because the term TTC for some can be so so difficult and can be taken that your 5 months after coming off the implant as patronising that you're in the same league when it is so so so so different.

[@maggiebee3476]

The pregnant hormones at the beginning when James said they were not going to physically show it and Carys said you don’t know about that 😂😂😂💕💕💕

[@daisyxwv3729]

Omg cannot tell you how much this video helped me. Have only been TTC for 1 cycle but am also losing my mind like y there no bby in meeee🥺🥺🥺 thank you for normalising everything as always you pair of legends. Wishing you the healthiest, happiest rest of your journey xxx

[@eviemiddleton2757]

Been following you guys for over a year now and I’m so incredibly happy for you!!💖 You guys seem like the loveliest people and deserve the world xx