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Liz McClarnon Celebrates First Pregnancy at 44 After Long IVF Journey

Monitored for pre-eclampsia in her second trimester, she plans to document a high-risk IVF pregnancy to help others facing fertility struggles.

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Overview

  • McClarnon and husband Peter Cho endured three failed embryo transfers in 2022 followed by two miscarriages in 2024 before achieving a viable pregnancy.
  • Classified as high-risk due to her age, she is in her second trimester under close medical supervision for pre-eclampsia and will begin regular blood-thinning injections.
  • Her May 13 Instagram announcement drew over half a million views within hours, reflecting widespread public interest in her fertility journey.
  • She has chosen to share the emotional toll of IVF and pregnancy loss in the hope of offering support and insight to others navigating similar challenges.
  • The couple is eager to discover their baby’s gender and are preparing for parenthood with a mix of gratitude and cautious optimism.