A woman discovered she was pregnant just moments before surgery for endometriosis after being told it would be a "miracle" if she ever conceived.
Chelsea Pedley, 23, had spent almost two years in crippling pain, prompting her to seek medical help 30 times.
Eventually, the personal trainer was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis - a condition where tissue grows around the reproductive organs.
She was told the chances of her conceiving were "next to none".
But whilst waiting for the keyhole surgery to remove the cysts, Chelsea, from Birmingham, West Mids, found out she was pregnant with a miracle baby.
In June 2021, she and partner Troy Hemus, 28, became parents to Iziah Hemus, who is now five weeks old.
She said: "I was heartbroken and depressed when the doctor said it would be a miracle if I conceive.
"I've always wanted to be a mum and it felt like my dream had been taken away.
"Thankfully, my supportive partner Troy, who is also a personal trainer, helped me stay active and on track.
"Eating a healthy diet and taking my vitamins along with exercise helped me mentally deal with the devastating news."
Chelsea has always suffered from severe cramps and erratic periods which often left her bed-bound.
She spent two years going back and forth from the doctors and eventually paid £200 to see a private specialist who diagnosed her with endometriosis.
In August 2020, Chelsea was rushed into the hospital and kept in for a month.
She adds: "I could have a month with two periods then four days without, then a period again. It is a nightmare.
"I was taken into hospital by an ambulance and kept in as I needed round the clock pain relief.
"I literally couldn't move. It was horrendous."
The following month, Chelsea was booked in for laparoscopy keyhole surgery.
She was sat prepped for the op when the nurse asked Chelsea to take a pregnancy test - a normal part of the routine with this type of procedure.
She said: "I was excited for the surgery but very anxious as the doctor said they might have to remove a fallopian tube.
"They asked me to do a pregnancy test to be sure but I never in a million years thought it was going to come back positive.
"I was so shocked when the nurse came back and said 'congratulations'.
"I couldn't believe it - I thought I couldn't have children. I rang Troy to pick me back up and he was in total shock."
Chelsea had a smooth pregnancy as the symptoms were non-existent during the nine months.
She is now sharing her story to raise awareness of endometriosis.
She said: "Troy and I couldn't imagine our life without Iziah now, he is our world. I am living proof that miracles do come true.
"I was depressed about the diagnosis but I managed to pick myself up and change my mindset.
"I think a healthy diet, regular exercise and speaking out helped me massively.
"Being down has an effect on your body so I urge people living with this tough condition to speak to someone - even if it is me.
"I am booked in for a laparoscopy soon and I don't care if they have to remove some of my reproductive organs as I've already got everything I need."
