People who struggle with fertility are often told to “just try IVF.” Fertility treatments are often looked at as quick “band-aid” tricks that do nothing to really discover the real causes beneath the surface. You’ll hear in Dr. Susan Caldwell’s story another real-life example of why the Church says that IVF is not the solution.

The Catholic Church upholds the belief that every human life, from conception to natural death, is sacred and must be treated with dignity and respect. IVF, in creating life outside the natural marital embrace, introduces so many ethical concerns, including the fate of surplus embryos and the commodification of human life.

Dr. Caldwell faced severe health complications, the distressing selection and loss of embryos, and the intense emotional toll of carrying pregnancies fraught with risk. It’s absolutely heartbreaking to hear about the pain she went through.

Her story is a vivid illustration of the heavy burden IVF places on women and families. The subsequent freezing and thawing of embryos, leading to the birth of her daughter years later, challenges us to think deeply about the serious ethical concerns.

While the desire for a child is natural and good, the means of achieving that end must always respect the inherent dignity of human life. In a world where technological capabilities often outpace ethical considerations, Dr. Caldwell is inviting you into a reevaluation of how society approaches fertility, motherhood, and the gift of life itself.

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