In a recent episode of Scheana Shay’s “Scheananigans” podcast, “Real Housewives of Orange County” star Emily Simpson opened up about her struggles with infertility and the heartbreaking experience of a miscarriage with twins. Emily revealed that she and her husband Shane started trying to have children early in their marriage, as she was feeling the pressure of her biological clock ticking at the age of 32. Unfortunately, Emily experienced multiple miscarriages, leading her to undergo in vitro fertilization in hopes of conceiving.
One of the most traumatic moments for Emily was when she was pregnant with twins, a boy and a girl, and her water broke unexpectedly while she was at Costco. At only four months pregnant, Emily knew that something was wrong and was rushed to the emergency room in Utah, where the couple was living at the time. Despite efforts to save the twins, Emily had to go through labor and ultimately had to have a D&C and a blood transfusion. This experience was extremely difficult for Emily and she described it as the most horrible thing she has ever been through.
Following the heartbreaking miscarriage, Emily made the decision to not try to carry another pregnancy again. She confided in her sister, Sara Moffitt, about her experience, and Sara offered to be a surrogate for her sister. Sara had already had a child of her own and went on to carry all three of the Simpson’s children – Annabelle, and twins Luke and Keller. Emily also mentioned that Shane has two daughters from a previous relationship, Shelby and Chanel. Emily expressed gratitude for her sister’s selfless act and reflected on the sacrifice she made to help her start a family.
The emotional toll of the miscarriage and struggles with infertility were overwhelming for Emily, and she described the experience as traumatizing. Despite the challenges she faced, Emily is grateful for her three children and often thinks about her sister and the sacrifice she made to help her become a mother. Emily’s journey with infertility and miscarriage is a reminder of the struggles many women face when trying to start a family, highlighting the importance of support from loved ones during these difficult times.
Throughout her interview on Scheana Shay’s podcast, Emily reflected on the pain and heartache she endured during her struggles with infertility and miscarriage. She admitted that the experience was the worst thing she had ever been through and it had a lasting impact on her. Despite the challenges she faced, Emily found strength in her sister’s support and the love of her children, who are a constant reminder of the sacrifices made to bring them into the world.
Emily’s story serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and courage of women who face infertility and pregnancy loss. By sharing her experience, Emily hopes to raise awareness about the emotional struggles that many women go through when trying to start a family. Her journey is a testament to the strength of sisterhood and the selflessness of those who are willing to support their loved ones in times of need. Emily’s story is one of hope, love, and gratitude for the family she was able to create despite facing unimaginable challenges.
