Pat McAfee Announces His Wife Sam Is Pregnant & Talks Tough Road They Have Had

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  • @meirsommer6197
    @meirsommer6197 Год назад +1338

    As someone in healthcare, I want to thank you both for sharing your story. So many people go through things like this feeling alone and ashamed and you publicly sharing your experience really helps decrease the stigma and lets people know they're not alone. You have a lot of power and you're using it in a really amazing way. Kudos!

    • @tracyjones4423
      @tracyjones4423 Год назад +5

      Congratulations pat and sam.100

    • @Keranofkri
      @Keranofkri Год назад +5

      While we've got you here as a health care worker. What's happening with all these heartattcks that's happening and all those vaccinated doctors that has died...80 I believe

    • @MTGSportsGaming
      @MTGSportsGaming Год назад

      @@Keranofkri go find someone else to harass, chump

    • @dixonleroux1865
      @dixonleroux1865 Год назад +11

      @@Keranofkri do you have a source for any of that?

    • @triathlontimmy
      @triathlontimmy Год назад

      Isn't the miscarriage rate like 30% ?? I just heard that somewhere without any proof, but dayum that sounds horribly high and upsetting.

  • @MrHaypro
    @MrHaypro Год назад +320

    Mad props to Sam for putting this out there. Showing the scars on a national talk show can make it a lot easier for other women to talk about their experiences and talking about the experience makes it easier to process and make it through. She could have easily just buried it and kept the personal life personal but she took a very courageous route that is helping normalize these conversations for everyone

  • @sirhandelno3
    @sirhandelno3 Год назад +845

    Congratulations Pat. You’ll both be good parents

    • @johndavies5582
      @johndavies5582 Год назад +2

      Well we know half of that is a true statement

    • @BallinLikeMike23
      @BallinLikeMike23 Год назад +1

      Congratulations been watching since you came to Baylor for Gameday! You’re going to be an AWESOME dad!🎉

  • @w00tah1
    @w00tah1 Год назад +221

    Losing a pregnancy is always incredibly difficult. My wife and I dealt with 3 miscarriages before we were able to have our daughter. It's all worth it man. The first time you hold that baby, look in their eyes, man, the feeling is indescribable. Congratulations to you both, and you'll crush being a father, man.

  • @Rudy04
    @Rudy04 Год назад +618

    Pat being this transparent about what had to had been one of the worst moments in his life is why we love him

    • @bradforward850
      @bradforward850 Год назад +6

      Thanks Mr McAffee for this. America needs to hear it.

    • @richboss_
      @richboss_ Год назад +3

      That's why we tune to this show every day. These are not just talking heads looking for views, these are real people and they let us see that ♥️

    • @zacharywatts1514
      @zacharywatts1514 Год назад

      💯

    • @kirkfavre3017
      @kirkfavre3017 Год назад

      Patty McAfee

  • @thecleaner94
    @thecleaner94 Год назад +251

    I appreciate you sharing you and Sam’s pregnancy journey. Many people don’t talk about it period, especially guys, and I think it’s great that you’re exposing your mostly male audience to struggles that they might not be aware of. It helps everyone be more understanding, compassionate and educated. Can’t wait for baby McAfee’s arrival

  • @rjdelaney2316
    @rjdelaney2316 Год назад +413

    Congratulations to you both, my son just came home from the NICU after a 2 month long stay. My wife had an emergency C section at 31 weeks and the doctors warned me going into the surgery that I was about to lose them both. So after just starting my leave from work to be at home with my son and getting to listen to you every day again, and then get to hear you talk about all this live was a pretty cool moment, and I can appreciate what you went through. Even though it means nothing coming from some random stooge, you are one tough SOB, and the wife is as well. You’re going to make a hell of a dad, that kid is lucky to have you both as parents. So happy for you both and wish you all nothing but the best.

    • @jediwzrd88
      @jediwzrd88 Год назад +20

      Happy your son is home! Hope both wife and son are healthy. 🤙🏼

    • @bwhites721
      @bwhites721 Год назад +6

      Congrats to you as well! Best wishes for your family!

    • @bradleyfreeland3492
      @bradleyfreeland3492 Год назад +5

      Best wishes for your family!!!

    • @jaredking31
      @jaredking31 Год назад +1

      congrats! Nicu is not fun and with you guys the best. Buy a Snoo!

    • @willjamesjr
      @willjamesjr Год назад +4

      I'm so happy to hear that your baby boy is finally home after such a scary ordeal. I'm a dad too and while I've always respected women for what they go through to birth other humans, I didn't quite understand just how sensitive the entire process can be until my wife was preparing to give birth. Respect to all the good doctors and nurses out there that hold it down. Salute to all the women like your wife who go through hell to make little miracles and a big shouout to you for staying string as your wife and baby boy went through all of that. God bless you and your new family

  • @kmsbullet08
    @kmsbullet08 Год назад +188

    Fertility issues are brutal! My wife did ivf 6 times. I gave her 1000s of shots over 5 years and she never wanted to give up. We have a perfect 10 month old girl now! Gave me a level of respect I never thought I could have of my wife. Congratulations!

    • @DrewMongo
      @DrewMongo Год назад +3

      Congrats to you and your wife!! Much respect for the resilience

    • @caesarfiorini
      @caesarfiorini Год назад +1

      beautiful!

    • @devinjohnson8037
      @devinjohnson8037 Год назад +1

      Congratulations

    • @mattl5351
      @mattl5351 Год назад +1

      Congrats man!

    • @andreww9791
      @andreww9791 Год назад +2

      I'm probably just immature and definitely don't understand how that all works but 1000s of shots is hilarious

  • @scotcruickshank7445
    @scotcruickshank7445 Год назад +190

    Man, I teared up when you described what you and your wife went through with the ectopic pregnancies. My wife and i went through the same thing and it’s DEVASTATING. Congratulations on the pregnancy!!! It’s nice talking about a happy ending that doesn’t involve a Cleveland Quarterback on this show..!

    • @greenAbbot
      @greenAbbot Год назад +14

      You, sir, are a champion of the internet. I love the fact that you can hold two completely incompatible things in your mind at once, and hope that you and your wife are in a good place now.

    • @blakenorris5963
      @blakenorris5963 Год назад +4

      I don’t comment on things much, but this paragraph was a masterpiece. Wish y’all the best!

  • @rickybobby1326
    @rickybobby1326 Год назад +30

    This is my wife and I's exact story. Your wife is amazing and so are you for constantly being there in support. This hits home for many, my wife cried in the car listening to this today on our way to our IVF appointment. Cannot wait to hear about the birth of your beautiful baby.

  • @c-hud5177
    @c-hud5177 Год назад +338

    Pat goes from this subject to being a sports stooge and putting on a show for 3 hours straight. Pat is unbelievable at what he does and anything he sets his mind too. I can only imagine that’s exactly how it’ll work with him becoming a parent. We all know Sam is gonna kill it, what a strong young lady🫡

    • @999glue5
      @999glue5 Год назад +7

      Great message man. Can’t lie though I skimmed your message quickly and read “Sam is gonna kill it” and was stunned… but then I reread it and realized you meant it in a positive way.

    • @c-hud5177
      @c-hud5177 Год назад +2

      @@999glue5 I was afraid that would happen damnit lmaoo

  • @lovejoyb20
    @lovejoyb20 Год назад +70

    Pat McAfee, you are going to be a legendary dad. You spent 10 minutes telling one of the most heartbreaking stories I think I've ever heard, and not once was it about anyone but your wife. For someone who lost two babies and nearly lost his wife twice to make a story like that completely selfless is incredible. That child is going to be in fantastic hands.
    Oh, and IT'S GREAT TO BE A TENNESEE VOL!

    • @NickBoumerhi
      @NickBoumerhi Год назад +2

      Nailed it! Had me tearing up. I don’t think Pat has realized yet how incredible of a father he will be! As a new father myself, super excited for him and Sam!

    • @macdaddy2344
      @macdaddy2344 Год назад +1

      @@NickBoumerhi congrats to you I have three 1 girl and Two boys get ready for challenges but rewards to those challenges you could never fathom before being a dad best job in the world

  • @JJG-4133
    @JJG-4133 Год назад +83

    LFGGGG. CONGRATULATIONS PAT!!! Praying for the healthiest and most blessed pregnancy ever ❤❤❤

  • @drehicks505
    @drehicks505 Год назад +1

    Nothing but GOOD Vibes, WISHES n PRAYERS FOR YOUNG P.Mac!!!
    💯✊🏽💪🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @James-nt4uc
    @James-nt4uc Год назад +124

    Pat after my wife and I going through an ectopic and a miscarriage this year I know now that children are even more of a blessing that is almost taken for granted. I’m so happy for you brother Congratulations. God Bless you and your family.

    • @EastCoastReese
      @EastCoastReese Год назад +2

      Best of luck to you and your wife I hope you become parents

  • @trevorharvey9809
    @trevorharvey9809 Год назад +33

    My wife and I have a similar story, still trying very hard to have a child. It’s some of the worst pain to go through. Congrats Sam and Pat I can’t wait to see you guys have a baby! I am going to show this to my wife tonight to show her she’s not alone in the struggle and there is hope!

    • @zackyep
      @zackyep Год назад +1

      You got this, Trevor's wife!

    • @christopherjnash9
      @christopherjnash9 Год назад +1

      Good luck, you guys!

    • @cesarmounts3941
      @cesarmounts3941 Год назад +1

      Keep it going my guy. Me and my wife have had two. Now a beautiful boy and an amazing daughter later. It’s all worth it. Don’t give up.

  • @byuiguy68
    @byuiguy68 Год назад +173

    Congratulations!!! Sam is a champion!!! Our story isn't as hard as yours has been. 3 years of trying and never being able to get pregnant, we now have 2 kids through IVF with our 3rd arriving in January. You guys are going to be amazing parents!!!

    • @spjr99
      @spjr99 Год назад +7

      I'm an IVF Baby let's go

    • @Matt_Jaramillo
      @Matt_Jaramillo Год назад +8

      Glad my wife and I aren’t alone! Been trying for 2+ years and no luck. We are starting IVF in January

    • @byuiguy68
      @byuiguy68 Год назад +5

      @Matt Jaramillo good luck! There is a big community! Every journey is different, but I wish nothing but the best to you and your family!

    • @matttate920
      @matttate920 Год назад +1

      Royal Jelly for both parents and all kids for life! 4th popping out right on time like pilsbury!!!!

    • @Matt_Jaramillo
      @Matt_Jaramillo Год назад +3

      @@byuiguy68 appreciate ya man. Hopefully I’ll come back to this comment in a few months with good news lol

  • @victornelson736
    @victornelson736 Год назад +11

    Going into being a dad “scared to death “ is what will make you a good father and everything you just went through has only brought you and Sam closer. All our prayers

  • @TCGtooclutch
    @TCGtooclutch Год назад +51

    Saw Sam's post in the morning and was so excited to watch Pat announce it on the show. Couldn't be happier for you guys. Genuinely watched the entire segment with a big smile on my face.

  • @ronzilla7492
    @ronzilla7492 Год назад +9

    Pat, we’re going through the same thing. We’re at 21 weeks now. After a visit with the dr just today, turns out my wife might need emergency surgery because after a battle with placenta previa, her cervix is now too thin. Keeping you guys in our prayers. The way you speak of Sam I know she is a powerful woman! Cheers!

  • @MonteWeaverofficial
    @MonteWeaverofficial Год назад +42

    My wife and I went through the IVF process in 2021 and welcomed our baby girl in Dec 2021 - It was a journey. Congrats to you and your wife. Proud of both of you!

    • @joelmora2826
      @joelmora2826 Год назад

      How much was the ivf procedure?

    • @matthewwilliam2015
      @matthewwilliam2015 Год назад +1

      Wife had ectopic then a miscarriage. We decided on ivf after failed infertility treatments, failed on the first ivf transfer did a trial then the 2nd transfer worked, we have a 15 month old now and will be trying for a 2nd through ivf in December. Worst experiences in our lives to the best with our son being born.

  • @everbard3071
    @everbard3071 Год назад +9

    The fact that you're worried about whether or not you'll be a good dad is a sign that you'll be a good dad. Congratulations. Your wife sounds like an incredible woman. I hope things continue to go well this time around. Much love to you and your family, Pat.

  • @jadecook3480
    @jadecook3480 Год назад +41

    Congratulations Pat! As a father of 3 at 30. I never wanted to be a dad. I have a 5 year old son and just had twins! 1 boy 1 girl. I couldn’t imagine anything else! My wife of 12 years is my best friend. Im happy and proud of you dude 🤙😎

    • @Shortydude847
      @Shortydude847 Год назад

      Well dayum, congrats on getting married at 18 and making it! If I would’ve had a chance to get married at i high school sweetheart I would’ve. Dated thru middle and high school

  • @jadonmercado
    @jadonmercado Год назад +1

    This is beautiful that you have shared this, I am a EMS provider and it is extremely hard to see couples and families go through things like this, and it is heart breaking when it doesn’t end so well. Proud of you guys for not giving up!

  • @jerradpayne7441
    @jerradpayne7441 Год назад +41

    Thank you for talking about this. I think it's important to destigmatize this kind of loss since so many people feel like they've failed as a mother or parent due to this illusion that a successful pregnancy is somehow a test of character. Congratulations to you both! Sam truly is a badass, I have no doubt that she'll be an amazing mother.

  • @skitty449
    @skitty449 Год назад

    It means SO MUCH for a man on such a HUGE PLATFORM to talk about such a vulnerable topic with so much LOVE.

  • @Sam_Arce2305
    @Sam_Arce2305 Год назад +22

    On my close friend’s wife went through a similar experience that Sam has endured. When my friend announced to me that she was pregnant I was happy for them then he told me the whole story about how it took them 3 years to finally have a kid as she had a couple of miscarriages before and they just introduced their second kid a couple of months ago. Both his wife and Sam are troopers and gives me greater respect for what women go through when it comes to having a kid.

  • @alexandercassella1823
    @alexandercassella1823 Год назад +10

    Man, Congrats for you guys! My girlfriend had my child at 23 weeks and 4 day and was in the NICU for 4 and a half months, these experiences are completely scary man, women have strength that I can’t even imagine myself having. I hope for a safe delivery for badass Sam and your going to be a fantastic father man!

  • @AlexHernandez-ip6rl
    @AlexHernandez-ip6rl Год назад +51

    How the hell did he do this speech without crying?? Man, it was emotional. Congrats Pat and Sam!!!!

  • @trevor3575
    @trevor3575 Год назад +13

    Inspiring due to the fact that we’d never expect situations like this. I’m sure others will agree but I look at pat and all the things he’s doing and it appears to be a perfect life. Behind closed doors there’s so much more going on and he still always shows up with a great attitude, great energy just to make our days better

  • @kevinc6542
    @kevinc6542 Год назад +16

    My wife and I went through this same scenario, thank you, sincerely, Pat for drawing attention to the severity and prevalence of ectopics. If it wasn’t for a team of bad ass doctors and surgeons my wife wouldn’t be here today. Can’t wait to hear the dad stories come next fall!

  • @ElliottFryback
    @ElliottFryback Год назад

    Been there brother, still in it, sending love. Far harder than many realize. Thanks for the story it helps me and will help all the others going through the same. 🙏❤️

  • @maybelater7132
    @maybelater7132 Год назад +25

    Congratulations. One of your best segments. This one lasts a lifetime, not only for you but, the little one on the way. Your great great great grandchildren will be able to view this and know how beautiful and caring your wife and you both are. Kudos to Sam, she seems like the perfect mom. Congrats again.

  • @mattwilham4349
    @mattwilham4349 Год назад

    Been through similar issues with our attempts to start a family. Proud of you and your wife. Lean into your village. You won’t know anything and that’s okay. Trust you. Trust your village. Love to you guys

  • @ST0NE_206
    @ST0NE_206 Год назад +32

    congrats Pat! This kid is going to grow up with a legend of a dad 💯

  • @parker9812
    @parker9812 Год назад +4

    First time caller, long time listener. This is my favorite segment Pat and the Boys have ever done. Proud of Pat for opening up and the Boys for always having his back. Huge praise to Sam for battling nonstop. Good luck to the McAfee fam on this big adventure. Don’t ever change this show!!

  • @daltonparrish9819
    @daltonparrish9819 Год назад +100

    Pat you are awesome!!!!!!!! I hope you have a wonderful pregnancy and healthy child!!!!!! Y’all deserve the best!!!!!! Power to your wife for being willing to put up with 2 of you 😂

  • @rcrider43
    @rcrider43 Год назад

    Thank you so much for sharing! We hurt with you on the pain that has been and are so happy for the kid to come! Congratulations! 🎉

  • @ellioteisler
    @ellioteisler Год назад +5

    This made me cry, as it hit close to home for me and my wife as well… the biggest Congratulations to Pat & Sam… and best of luck w/ everything!!!❤🎉❤🎉

  • @michealsheppard
    @michealsheppard Год назад

    This is by far the best video I've watched of yours. So real and relatable. Thank you for talking about this.

  • @jamesearljones3
    @jamesearljones3 Год назад +11

    Dude, thanks for sharing this. What a journey. Makes me realize how awesome your wife is and the journey you are going through behind the scenes. My wife and I lost a child as well, but have a healthy baby boy now. You’ll make amazing dad. Keep Sam and you little one top priority, and I’ll be praying the delivery goes ultra smooth!

  • @paulmcfadden9498
    @paulmcfadden9498 Год назад

    Thank you for legitmising the pain people in your position are going through. I have watched my Daughter go through the same thing and be too scared to talk about it. May your god bless you both.

  • @ianshannon9110
    @ianshannon9110 Год назад +6

    Best day ever... so happy for you and yours that has been an incredible journey you shared with us your fans. Made my day watching this

  • @jasonwyllie2936
    @jasonwyllie2936 Год назад

    Congratulations! My wife and I went through a very similar situation. Hearing the heartbeat is the best sound I’ve ever heard. God bless both of you.

  • @ericmiller2305
    @ericmiller2305 Год назад +14

    Congrats Pat, enjoy every second with your kid. There really is no bond or experience that compares

  • @KB-uk8fl
    @KB-uk8fl Год назад

    This is such a selfless and humbling witnessing of your most inner feelings that it makes me (and my wife) appreciate you even more....there is not a more HONEST and PEOPLE person on any media that I know....thank you so much for your open heart.....

  • @jesseb9362
    @jesseb9362 Год назад +4

    Congrats Pat and Sam. It sure is scary when things like that happen. My wife had a placenta abruption when she was 7.5 months pregnant. Luckily we lived very close to the hospital and there was a doctor that was quick to perform thr emergency C- section. Daughter did struggle a bit at the beginning, spent time in the NICU, but after hearing that i couldve lost not only my daughter, but wife as well, really hits different, but 3 years later and both are doing great. You will both be wonderful parents, i feel things like this just make you stronger and love harder.

  • @nyne9611
    @nyne9611 Год назад

    Congratulations McAfee family!! Wishing and praying for all the best to come for you all!! ❤️

  • @rockfordsolids5353
    @rockfordsolids5353 Год назад +9

    What a warrior Sam is!!! All my prayers to both of you.

  • @GraemeTait-VoiceOver
    @GraemeTait-VoiceOver Год назад

    Could not be more spot on with how common it is and yet how little it's talked about. My wife and I went through 2 miscarriage's before our son was born and another before our daughter. My wife experienced those exact same feeling of inadequatcy and shame. It's so incredibly difficult on them. I'm a radio host and shared our story on air a couple of years ago and the support I received from listeners was amazing. Huge congrats to you and Sam for sticking it out and sharing your story. You'll be a great dad Pat.

  • @BuckyBarnesATL
    @BuckyBarnesATL Год назад +6

    Congratulations Pat and Wife!! I have so much respect for her as well with helping Animals with Fur The Brand. Gonna be great parents since you’re already nice great people. 👏

  • @mattl5351
    @mattl5351 Год назад +2

    Way to bring attention to important life events Pat. Appreciate the vulnerability. Refreshing to see raw emotion and appreciation of your wife! Keep up the awesome work!

  • @johnbentley7888
    @johnbentley7888 Год назад +3

    I'm watching this with my 6 month old daughter sleeping on my chest, we went through IVF for 8 years before it finally worked. It's an incredible journey, enjoy every second. The first time you hold your kid, every second of the struggle you and your wife went through will be worth it. Cheers Sam and Pat!

  • @Pt-11
    @Pt-11 Год назад

    Thank you for talking about this topic with this audience.

  • @reginaedmondson9114
    @reginaedmondson9114 Год назад +4

    Congratulations 🎉 to the McAfees!!!
    Y’all will be great parents, may God keep you both during this wait for the beautiful blessing to come healthy and happy.

  • @paulm.e.mueller2903
    @paulm.e.mueller2903 Год назад

    I'm sorry to hear about your family's struggles. I'm glad to hear about the new good news! I'll be praying for you and yours.

  • @matthewturner8623
    @matthewturner8623 Год назад

    Very glad you discussed this topic head on. Wife and I went through and ectopic, a miscarriage and a failed IVF attempt. On October 17th we welcomed a son into our lives and it has changed everything in the best way possible!

  • @FreshTillDeath56
    @FreshTillDeath56 Год назад +4

    What an absolutely brutal story. God bless you both for standing strong.

  • @bcgadzinski
    @bcgadzinski Год назад

    Thanks for sharing your story. It's so important for other people who are struggling to hear that they aren't alone.

  • @kateharlow7264
    @kateharlow7264 Год назад +6

    As someone who desperately wants to be a mom and suffered a miscarriage with my husband a few months ago, thank you for bringing up such a sensitive topic, and congrats to you and Sam!

    • @cesarmounts3941
      @cesarmounts3941 Год назад +1

      My wife and I had 2. Now we have two beautiful children. Don’t give up. Ts and ps

    • @kateharlow7264
      @kateharlow7264 Год назад

      @@cesarmounts3941 thank you. We are going to start trying again in the next couple months. It was heartbreaking and has taken us some time to recover from but we do want children and we know dwelling on a loss won't help. I'm happy to hear you and your wife have had two beautiful babies!

  • @gooddoctor13
    @gooddoctor13 Год назад

    Pat well said brother and sending great vibes your way and you wife is a soldier. My wife and I had the almost the same situation and we now have the most incredible 14 month old daughter!!! Sending you guys love!!!

  • @Jokertheclipper
    @Jokertheclipper Год назад +5

    Congratulations Pat! You’re going to be a great father! Im so happy for you! I can’t wait to see your kid win the punt, pass, kick competition! 😂❤

  • @UnexpectedWonder
    @UnexpectedWonder Год назад

    Thank-you and Sam for sharing your Story. I'm always grateful for Husbands and Wives who have the courage to open up about the Struggles and how they got through it all.

  • @sprinklesthedrummer9731
    @sprinklesthedrummer9731 Год назад +14

    This is amazing!! So happy for Pat, and Sam!! Pat, is not only a great player, but great husband as well!! Tell Sam, WE'RE ALL STOKED!! SHES A DAAAAAWG for going through all of that!! What a woman, and what a mother, she will become!

  • @Waynegameandwatch
    @Waynegameandwatch Год назад

    Ayy that’s awesome you talked about all this. It’s extremely personal and it’s something a lot of people don’t feel comfortable talking about. Definitely a conversation that people need to be aware of.

  • @fightinggamesforever3364
    @fightinggamesforever3364 Год назад +4

    Damn, I was blubbing like a baby during this segment. Congrats to you both. I'm sure you will both be excellent parents. Look at the support group you have around you.

  • @zSlimeyFPS
    @zSlimeyFPS Год назад +1

    Cheers to you Pat for being so transparent and sharing your story. I’m so happy for your family to be brother❤️

  • @SoulKingKurosaki
    @SoulKingKurosaki Год назад +5

    Congrats Pat. I'm so happy for you and your wife. Hope you two have a healthy born baby

  • @larrrywells7932
    @larrrywells7932 Год назад

    Thank you both for sharing. God bless all 3 of you. Congratulations.

  • @ryanpuliafico197
    @ryanpuliafico197 Год назад +6

    Congratulations! This story hit home. My wife and I struggled. Many failed natural attempts. She had surgery. I had surgery. We still had to do IVF. 4 failed IVFs. My wife put her body and mind through hell. I felt so numb - the time, money, and emotional and physical pain. My wife soldiered on. We found another provider and they helped make IVF work. Then my wife develops pregnancy induced ITP - her platelets are being destroyed. The level went to 7. Normal is 100. She could easily bleed out. We have to work with oncology to make ilt through the pregnancy with infusions weekly to keep the platelets at a somewhat manageable level. She has the baby, all healthy. Shes so insanse that she puts herself through it again for another baby. Then we have a third, miraculously it was natural conception. But each time she has the ITP and infusions. It was brutal. Giving her those injections during the IVF was awful. Your wife is so strong and it was great to see you recognize her for that.

    • @chriso6042
      @chriso6042 Год назад

      Damn man. My wife and I agreed after 1 round of ivf and that was we could afford and all she could take. Luckily for us we got some good embryos and had 2 boys 3 years apart from it. Could not imagine going through 4.

    • @ryanpuliafico197
      @ryanpuliafico197 Год назад

      @@chriso6042 congratulations, it's a journey for sure. But Pat is right - fertility issues are not talked about enough. Glad he used his platform to shed some light.

  • @dbrobb5282
    @dbrobb5282 Год назад +1

    Like many this hit really close to home. My wife had 4 miscarriages in a row. The last one she hemorrhaged and nearly bled out. I nearly lost her. It took several years for her to recover emotionally, mentally, and physically. The emotional recovery was the most difficult. She came out the other side. And now we have two boys, one adopted and one biological. She is an amazing mother and makes up for my shortcomings as a father. Congratulations, Pat, and to all of those mothers and couples struggling out there.

  • @greenAbbot
    @greenAbbot Год назад +21

    This made me tear up. And thank god that the doctors in your state aren’t (yet) afraid to be criminally prosecuted for performing these surgeries. I hope this one goes well and being a dad is everything you hope it will be.

  • @jasongamache4198
    @jasongamache4198 Год назад

    This is the best becoming a dad story/ I've ever heard in this format. Sensational Pat. Just the best stuff. You will have the time of your life with this. Good job stud.

  • @eluno949
    @eluno949 Год назад +4

    Big ups to y’all! Being a dad is the best experience!

  • @salpacino2148
    @salpacino2148 Год назад

    Wow!! This brought straight tears to me!!! Too close to home!!! Pat you will be the best dad!! No doubt!!

  • @rblbatb
    @rblbatb Год назад

    Powerful message. Thank you for sharing. Praying for you both.

  • @rebeccageiger9110
    @rebeccageiger9110 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing your story and supporting your wife. Way to be a role model for other guys out there!

  • @andrewmetz1773
    @andrewmetz1773 Год назад

    Wow! Thanks for sharing Pat. Brave of you to share. Congrats to you and your wife Sam. You are an awesome husband and will be a great Dad!

  • @mrtony1985
    @mrtony1985 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing yours and your wife's story. Best wishes to you both. ❤️

  • @rustinpowell215
    @rustinpowell215 Год назад

    Your transparency and authenticity is truly appreciated. Best of luck in your parenting journey!

  • @Xanifer26
    @Xanifer26 Год назад +1

    Me and my wife recently had our journey through infertility and IVF and were so lucky to now have our little girl with us now. Sending all of the love and positive vibes to Pat and his wife. I can't imagine what they've been through. Prayers up for you both on having a healthy and beautiful baby.

  • @FunFactoryNastyTrack
    @FunFactoryNastyTrack Год назад

    Congrats Pat! edit - watched the whole thing now what a journey, happy for you and your family.

  • @josemo57
    @josemo57 Год назад

    I have two happy and healthy 2yr old from ivf. Took us almost 4 years it was a struggle but holding those little boys makes all the ups and downs worth it! Good luck! Happy for you!

  • @ypastor17
    @ypastor17 Год назад

    Wow. Thanks for sharing this Pat. Praying for your family!

  • @almclaughlin4682
    @almclaughlin4682 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing your story and so happy for you and your family.

  • @michaelkissner2284
    @michaelkissner2284 Год назад

    My son was born 2/22/22 and on 2/24/22 we find out he will have to have a heart cath done to open up on of his valves that is deformed. This was just to push off his surgery as far as possible but on may 15, we ended up having to go to the hospital for our 3 month old to have open heart surgery. It’s now November and our son looks as healthy and acts just as healthy as any baby his age usually does. You can’t even tell he had surgery except for the 7-8 inch scar going down his chest. My wife had post partum depression through all of this which is as real as it gets. We all see the happy couples going through an entire pregnancy together but you never know what’s going on behind the curtain. Children are a blessing!

  • @andymiller5462
    @andymiller5462 Год назад

    Thank you so much for sharing that personal and powerful story. Being a father is the best thing a man can do but also the scariest!

  • @OTFRiddelly
    @OTFRiddelly Год назад +1

    Having gone through a super similar situation you guys sharing this whole process is awesome. It happens a lot more than anyone realized because no one talks about it. One of the most heartbreaking tragic things that can happen to you. Our miracle baby will be 2 on thanksgiving! Congratulations to you both and wishing nothing but happiness and health for the 3 of y’all

  • @VeonV1
    @VeonV1 Год назад +1

    Few people can make me cry and then make me laugh almost directly afterwards, and I gotta add Pat to the list now lol. My baby girl turned 1 years old just under a month ago, and holy hell has she changed so much for me. Hearing what Sam went through, her determination to be a mother despite almost dying TWICE, enduring so much pain and trauma after what should've been marvelously happy times... man... what an incredible woman. You're an incredible man as well Pat. I know as a soon-to-be father that it's hard to feel like you're doing anything worth a damn for your pregnant partner, that they're going through hell and all you can really do is watch, but being their support person is HUGE to them. My girl made that clear to me, that she couldn't have done it without me even though all I could do was hold her hand and talk her through the moments of pain. Doing exactly that, though, is what they need the most. Aren't women incredible?
    Your story really hit me hard, because that was my absolute biggest fear the entire time my fiancee was pregnant... All I wanted in the universe was for her and my baby to be perfectly healthy, and I am BEYOND blessed to have that be the reality... but I know the struggle it can be and the impact it can have on a couple, especially the expecting mother. I admire and respect you both so much for making it through those difficult times, for persisting and going through hell to become parents... I don't know if I could've survived a situation where something happened to my fiancee or my baby, and so I think you both are an amazing source of inspiration for myself and for anyone who wants to become parents. You both are going to be incredible parents. That much is clearly evident even from the far away distance that I, simply as a fan of yours watching you on a screen, can see. I can feel how much you care through the screen. Your journey to this point is a shining example of you having all the tools necessary to be an incredible dad. Your wife clearly has all she needs to be the best damn mother possible too; determination, passion, love, strength, and clearly an overwhelming desire to be a mother. Baby McAfee is very lucky to have you guys as their parents.
    My fiancee and I, and our baby girl Aurora, wish the McAfee family all the good luck and blessings in the world, super excited for you guys and I know you'll do amazing :)

  • @jonathanwhite4460
    @jonathanwhite4460 Год назад

    So happy for Pat! Way to go bro happy you guys were able to make this work out for you guys.. your gonna do great my guy!

  • @jddotson7107
    @jddotson7107 Год назад +2

    This is awesome how u expressed the feelings you and your wife endured and the positive outcome congratulations

  • @stuponfucious7
    @stuponfucious7 Год назад

    Pat! Big Love to you and your wife! Thank you for sharing your life with us.

  • @Pharaohcious
    @Pharaohcious Год назад

    Thanks for sharing. Proud of her and you as well for making navigating those challenges. Wishing y'all nothing but the best. Your transparency may help many people who had no idea about the information you shared.

  • @BrunoColdcreek
    @BrunoColdcreek Год назад

    Amazing story of strength and perseverance! Congrats to you and your family!! ❤

  • @kardave2848
    @kardave2848 Год назад

    Congrats Pat and family! I listen all the time and feel like I know you brother!

  • @Biganimeguy
    @Biganimeguy Год назад

    Pat, thank you for openly discussing this. We need more men to be able to discuss these type of scenarios that happen behind the scenes.

  • @jdawg134
    @jdawg134 Год назад

    Best of luck with your new family. Thank you for sharing this story.

  • @tylerberry4081
    @tylerberry4081 Год назад +1

    This is why I love this show. You and the boys don’t hold anything back. thank you for sharing your great news and sharing the struggle that the you two went through on your journey to becoming parents. Congrats and thank you for sharing to help others that might be going through the same thing. FYI That day you came in late to the show with a big smile I knew it was something about you two and having a baby.

  • @Nynick
    @Nynick Год назад

    God bless you and your wife,Pat! Glad you two didn’t give up!

  • @stevena55
    @stevena55 Год назад

    Congratulations Pat and Sam, it's a life changer. Welcomed my first into the world July 1st of 2021, there's no greater joy.