What people are saying
Real words from the families we have walked alongside. Babies born, pregnancies confirmed and, sometimes, journeys that ended differently than hoped.
Every message was sent to our team by a recipient. We share them with love and with names removed to protect everyone’s privacy.
South AfricaAustraliaUnited KingdomMozambiqueMalawiNamibia
“Thank you so much for opening the door to our miracle.”
Thanks, a million
Just about a year ago I started the most important step of my fertility journey with you. You were calm, professional, approachable, inspiring and encouraging. You made my fertility treatment journey so easy for me. Today I would like to tell you that my journey was successful. I am a proud mother of twin baby girls.
You made our dreams come true
There will never be enough words to express our thanks to you all. Tami, if it wasn’t for you making me feel so comfortable from the very beginning we may never have even come to South Africa at all. Thank you so much for opening the door to our miracle.
She looks just like me
We can’t believe she is 13 months old already! People who don’t know our story always comment on how much she looks like me. I just smile and say thank you! We are still so grateful for all that you did to help us realise our dreams of being parents.
Thank you for caring so sincerely
You have been so kind, sensitive, gentle and empathetic. It is you, by the way you treated me from the moment I contacted you, who gave me the courage and hope to look for a donor. All the other agencies were impersonal and disinterested compared to you. I really felt that you cared.
A huge, huge thank you
I’m delighted to let you know that our daughter arrived safely, weighing 3.25kg. Without your help she wouldn’t be a part of our family. Please extend our appreciation to the donor for giving us this precious, precious gift.
We just can’t thank you enough
It has been possibly the hardest decision we have ever made. Your professionalism, efficiency and compassion have been so appreciated. We will continue to promote the services of Gift ov Life on the forums here in Australia.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Gift ov Life
As of Saturday I am officially pregnant! The friendliness, professionalism and compassion I have received has been second to none. I had some fairly traumatic experiences at the clinic I used back home. I’ve had my faith restored.
Cannot imagine life without them
Little Girl W turned into a threenager last month, with an attitude to boot! Little Boy W is now 6 months old and a very happy, content, chilled-out boy. Can’t believe how fortunate we are to have these two lovely children.
We have come full circle
Months ago I was hoping our donor would cycle for us one last time. Through a heartfelt letter, we got that wish. And we are now pregnant with twins! Her generous offer has helped make our family complete. Words cannot describe what she has given to us.
Keep up the good work
Last night my wife gave birth to twins. Thanks to you and the team who are there to assist, not forgetting the Groote Schuur staff who were so helpful all the way.
Every time our little one laughs
We had a perfect, beautiful little girl on Monday. Her big sister is utterly delighted to meet her too. She’s a blessing and we could not have done it without you all and most especially our angel donor. You will always be in our thoughts, every time our little one laughs.
The miracle has happened
I got my positive blood test and yes, I am pregnant! My first thoughts went immediately to my angel donor, that special person who allowed me to have this gift. Yes, IVF works! Persistence, dedication, faith and lovely people supporting you are fundamental in this process.
I am so grateful
The day I wrote to you looking for a donor, I wrote to so many agencies, but you were the only person who came back to me straight away. What I thought I was just trying has become reality. I have twin baby girls.
Thank you all and God bless
Unfortunately our dream did not come to pass, but we wanted to thank you for being so wonderful to us. Everyone we had contact with was absolutely beautiful to us. Please pass on our very special thanks to our beautiful donor for the wonderful efforts she put in to try to help us.
We have babies!
We are pleased to announce the birth of our twin boys, great weights for twins at 35 weeks! We feel extremely fortunate to have been successful on the IVF roller coaster. Please let the donor know how thankful we are for her awesome gift!
I will remember you for the rest of my life
The twins were born about four weeks ago. I have a gorgeous baby boy and a beautiful baby girl! They are both very healthy and we are all very, very happy. I will remember you for the rest of my life.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I am ecstatic to let you know I am pregnant! Please let our donor know. We are grateful for what she put herself through so that we could become parents. Your support, encouragement and patience with me has been a true gift.
Gift ov Life has real angels working there
We have welcomed our truly perfect, gorgeous and healthy daughter into this world. Thank you for the guidance in choosing our donor. You did a perfect job! Thank you for the emails of support to restore my sanity in the dreaded two-week wait.
Our miracle baby
Our dear miracle baby is 4.5 months old already. A happy, healthy and fast-developing baby. She got two teeth a month ago! Thank you again for everything!
I can feel this miracle sensation
After so much bad news, I had lost hope. I thought I would never have the opportunity to carry a baby. But now, thanks to you and the donor angel, I can feel this miracle sensation. We will always pray for her, for you and for Tami.
It could not have worked out more perfectly
Baby Z was born a couple of weeks ago, a healthy, happy baby girl. The whole experience was made so straightforward as it was so well organised. It was exactly this date last year that we first contacted Gift ov Life. Within a year, we have a beautiful baby girl.
Well, the little boys have finally arrived!
Baby W (dark hair) and Baby F (fair hair) were born on 28 February. Daddy is the best dad ever and is already running rings around me in changing, swaddling and bathing! Please pass on the good news to our donor. She has made the dream of having our own family come true.
Words cannot describe our happiness
Our son was born at 10.29am, weighing 2.9kg. We are so grateful to you and our donor for making this miracle possible.
There are simply no words
Thank you for walking this road with me and being a constant reminder during the tough moments that there is true beauty in this world. You will always remain in my heart as two very special people who showed us so much kindness, empathy, warmth and love at a very difficult time in our lives.
I’m now 26 weeks
We are having a little boy and dad is over the moon! I have started on the nursery with a safari theme and I’m sewing everything myself. I can’t thank you both enough for this miracle and most precious blessing growing in my tummy.
Thank you seems inadequate
Our language does not provide for me to express our gratitude to you and your team. Without you, there would not even be hope for us. We will be forever grateful to you, regardless of where our journey ends.
He is the most beautiful baby!
Our baby boy was born on 2 April. He is the most beautiful baby I have ever seen. I know every mom thinks that, but really! Please thank the donor once again. It would not have been possible without her!
Thank you for making our dream come true
Our daughter arrived a month early, born at just over 35 weeks at a healthy six and a half pounds. We are over the moon and so happy to have her in our lives. Thank you all and our wonderful donor for making our dream come true.
I’m 30 weeks pregnant with twins
I wanted to wait until I was sure I would be in a “safe” place. I am now 30 weeks pregnant with twins, a boy and a girl! Being grateful is such an understatement.
A precious little heartbeat
I went for my first scan today and I am beyond words. A precious little heartbeat! I stressed so much because there was only one embryo good enough for transfer, but he or she is a little fighter. Please thank our donor for us.
Your organisation is so well run
I leave in less than 24 hours and still can’t believe people like my donor would do this for us. Thank you again for your support. Your organisation is so well run. You have been incredible.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart
Thank you for being just what and who I needed today. I was overwhelmed by your generosity of time, information and genuine care. I believe all women need a hand to hold, an ear to listen and a voice to give guidance. You were all of the above for me today.
Baby D has arrived
She weighed 3.050kg. We had a healthy pregnancy and were blessed with a safe, quick Caesar. Thank you all for the part you played in making our miracle a reality.
We are eternally grateful
I am very pleased to say that we now have a beautiful baby girl, born at 37 weeks. She is sitting on my lap as I type this. It has been an amazing journey to get here, but we are absolutely loving parenthood.
Everything is going beautifully
We are up to week 13 and everything is going beautifully! We think of you and our donor often. We are so grateful for everything you have all done to give us this chance to become parents.
Thank you for your professionalism
Thank you for your professionalism and speedy replies throughout this process. It makes the journey seem so much easier.
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