Reflecting over the past six months I think I did an adequate job at preparing myself for what was ahead. What I couldn’t have imagined was how little control I would have over my everyday life. If you know me, you know I’m a planner. I like to book things far in advance. IRead more
The journey of infertility is full of losses. Loss of pregnancy, loss of the role of parenthood, loss of a sense of identity, and, unfortunately, loss of friendship. Google “losing friends infertility”. The results are filled with stories of people coming to terms with a new reality of friendship at a time when the supportRead more
The menstrual cycle and ovulation signs…sounds like another anatomy lesson is coming on! Trust me, I will try my best to make it as simple as possible. Because let’s face it – ovulation is a key part of understanding your body and the first step to assessing your fertility. Why? Let me break it down forRead more
It all starts with “there must be something in the water” and you know what comes after that? Cue instant suffering in silence. I know I can’t be the only one thinking to myself, can I get some of that water PLEASE?! As I sat at work today, surrounded by a group of strong women,Read more
“How much is too much?” I think to myself as I wait in queue to hand my prescription slip into the pharmacist. I am about to begin round three of IVF in about a week. After meeting with our doctor, we decided to go ahead with a third round of IVF, a Hail MaryRead more