Margot and Ian embarked on a tumultuous journey towards parenthood, marked by heartbreak and resilience. Despite their mature ages of 43 and 50, respectively, they began their quest for a family in 2014. Despite their enduring love and commitment, they faced numerous challenges, including several miscarriages and the devastating loss of full-term stillbirths. Their determination to become parents led them through a six-year rollercoaster of emotions, and their story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Margot, now a mother to 22-month-old twins, Sofia and Austin, reflects on the incredible adventure that finally brought them the joy of parenthood. The pain of Margot’s first stillbirth in 1997, where her child survived for only 12 hours, set the stage for their subsequent struggles. After meeting Ian, the couple faced five more heartbreaking losses before the tragic stillbirth of their son Oliver at 41 weeks.

Despite these challenges, Margot and Ian persevered, hoping for the family they had always dreamed of. Their journey involved heart-wrenching moments of sharing the news of miscarriages with family, including Margot’s sister Meena, who had been adopted by Margot’s parents. Meena, a crucial source of support, stood by the couple during their pregnancies and shared in their sorrow when losses occurred.

Following the loss of Oliver, Meena, an educational assistant, contemplated the idea of becoming a surrogate for Margot and Ian. The family, bound by love and a deep sense of unity, weathered the storms together. Eventually, Meena offered to represent Margot, paving the way for an extraordinary and selfless act of sisterhood.