“Your chances of natural conception are extremely low,” he said, sliding a folder toward her. “Your AMH levels have dropped further since last year.”
Her throat closed. Her chest ached.
The doctor offered a gentle, sympathetic smile. “We’ve exhausted most of the options—unless you consider IVF with donor sperm, or…” He hesitated, then added, “an existing sample.”
That night, Laura sat curled on her couch, wrapped in a blanket that offered no warmth. Tears fell unchecked.
Her oldest friend, Margaret, arrived with two steaming cups of coffee and a bag of pastries. She needed no explanation. One look at Laura’s face told her everything.
“It didn’t go well,” Laura whispered. “There’s no chance. Not naturally.”
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