In the beginning we never started our Shaklee business out of desire to improve our own health, although that’s certainly what happened. It was obvious to us that most people would like to be healthy, young, thin, vibrant and out of the hospital (we wanted the same) but we were in our early thirties at the time and in “good health” already - so we thought. To us Shaklee represented a great worldwide business opportunity where those who shared the story could receive amazing rewards (of all kinds) for simply helping others stay young and healthy, drive free cars, qualify for free travel and earn significant income. The first thing you do when starting Shaklee is USE the products yourself so you can have your own product experience - makes sense, right?

So, that’s what we did.
We had always wanted children. However by January 2005 (right around the time we started Shaklee) we had gone through two miscarriages in the previous three-year period. After talking with numerous people it was amazing how many others had either gone through a miscarriage, dealt with infertility or knew someone that had. They were really emotionally (and also physically for Carmen) difficult experiences to go through for us.

After our second miscarriage our doctor tested different hormone levels and found out that Carmen's progesterone level was low. Progesterone is a hormone in a woman’s body that is critical during pregnancy....ESPECIALLY the first trimester. Once pregnant, a woman's progesterone level needs to go UP to support the baby. Our doctor explained that a "normal" level of progesterone is around 20. After our second miscarriage we had her progesterone level checked and it tested at only 2 - no wonder we were having problems! Our doctor said that we needed to take a prescription progesterone supplement RIGHT AFTER CONCEPTION.

In February of 2005 (three months after taking Shaklee supplements) we found out we were pregnant again. We were obviously very excited, but scared at the same time. When we found out, we were 4 weeks along and HAD NOT BEEN SUPPLEMENTING with progesterone because the pregnancy was a surprise. We went into the hospital trying not to think the worst.

When Carmen's levels were tested we found out that her progesterone level was at 32! It went from 2 to 32 in a three month period and the only difference was Shaklee's supplements! Both Carmen and I had been Vitalizer, plenty of protein drinks, vitamin B and extra Omegagaurd. We also absolutely believe that prayers from family and friends made an impact, but physically the ONLY thing different from our miscarriages to having our son was taking Shaklee's vitamins and protein. We thank God and we thank Shaklee!

Our son, London Gray, was born in 2005 and is in PERFECT health. He’s an amazing boy and a blessing in our lives. We believe Shaklee has figured out how to help people stay as healthy as possible (even if you don’t think you need it) and we now view them as our life-long partner for health, wellness, and financial independence. You can trust them - we do.

Shawn, Carmen, and London Gray