Category: Infertility 101
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Building Our Family, Piece by Piece
A puzzle fundraising idea for IVF families My husband and I embarked on our IVF journey with hopeful hearts, believing it would be a manageable process: an egg retrieval, embryo creation, and a transfer, all leading to the joyous news of pregnancy in just a few months. We felt fortunate to have some insurance coverage,…
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Lupron Depot: How to Survive The Devil’s Drug
If you’re familiar with Lupron Depot, you’re aware that this drug is not for the faint-hearted. Primarily used in the treatment of female cancer patients, Lupron Depot is also utilized in embryo transfer protocols for women with endometriosis (endo) or adenomyosis (adeno). Endometriosis is an inflammatory disease that, when active, can lead to failed embryo…
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Building Mental Resilience: Tips for Preparing for an Embryo Transfer
Embryo transfer anxiety is a real challenge, but let me tell you, you’re not alone. I’ve been on this roller coaster for weeks, preparing for my first fresh embryo transfer. It feels like my entire future and well-being hinge on the success of this transfer. If you’ve gone through the process of creating and preparing…
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The Power of Pineapples: A Symbolic Beacon of Hope and Community
In the past, infertility was shrouded in secrecy, whispered behind closed doors, and burdened by societal taboos. Our parents bore the weight of this struggle in hushed tones, with limited resources and a sense of isolation. However, times have changed. The internet has brought about a more open-minded generation, and sadly, infertility rates have soared.…
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The Silent Struggle: Male Factor Infertility- A Common Secret, Shared Only Through Whispers
Can you believe it? One in six couples struggle with infertility. You’d think by now we’d have some common knowledge about how these statistics came to be, but nope! Infertility is a mysterious club you only join once you’re knee-deep in the “trying” game for years. It’s an unfathomable experience. What really gets me is…
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Infertility is a Medical Diagnosis, Not a Mind Set: Say it Louder for the People in the Back
Infertility is seriously tough, like seriously, seriously tough. It’s probably one of the hardest things your friend or loved one will ever go through. Trust me, it’s not a walk in the park. So, if know someone going through infertility, especially someone who’s already knee-deep in medical treatments, please, for the love of all things…
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Assisted Reproductive Technologies 101
When faced with a diagnosis of medical infertility, it can be a whirlwind of emotions and uncertainties. The journey can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the options available. Let’s break it down in simple terms, so it feels a little less daunting. First up, we have Intra Uterine Insemination (IUI), also known…
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Baking Life’s Sweetest Miracle: A Cake Analogy for Understanding Infertility
When I received the initial diagnosis of Diminished Ovarian Reserve and realized that I would need to undergo multiple rounds of IVF in order to have a chance at starting a family, I encountered considerable difficulty in explaining the situation to my friends and family. Not only was I struggling to comprehend my own diagnosis,…
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Infertility Acronyms for the Newbies
Navigating infertility can be incredibly confusing, and it becomes even more complex when you engage in conversations with others who are also going through the same experience. I vividly recall being taken aback and wondering why these individuals seemed to be speaking a different language altogether. It’s true, the infertility community has developed its own…
Moving Mountains For Motherhood 