Rainbow Baby Tokens: Faith-Filled Purchases for the Expectant Mother

By: Erica Ferraro However your journey to motherhood unfolds, it is undeniably a remarkable, exquisite, and unique experience. Some may traverse a longer path than others, encountering stormy weather along the way. Whether you’ve experienced the loss of a precious baby, endured multiple rounds of IVF without success, or turned to various assisted reproductive technologies,Continue reading “Rainbow Baby Tokens: Faith-Filled Purchases for the Expectant Mother”

Adenomyosis, Endo’s Not-So-Sweet Sister

By: Erica Ferraro Wait.. there’s a sister? Is she cool? NO. She’s awful. And she’s really great at disguising herself as other female health conditions, going underdiagnosed and misunderstood at large. Adenomyosis (adeno) and endometriosis (endo), both conditions affecting the endometrial tissue within the uterus, exhibit distinct characteristics and present varying symptoms. In the caseContinue reading “Adenomyosis, Endo’s Not-So-Sweet Sister”

Beneath the Surface: The Enigmatic Diagnosis of Diminished Ovarian Reserve

By: Erica Ferraro Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR) holds a special place in my heart, as it became a part of my life soon after I turned 30. It was during the infertility blood work at my fertility clinic that I received this diagnosis. I remember eagerly awaiting the call from my doctor, hopeful that withContinue reading “Beneath the Surface: The Enigmatic Diagnosis of Diminished Ovarian Reserve”

Infertility Support Resources that Feel Like A Lifeline

Infertility may not pose a direct threat to life, but I have personally experienced how it can profoundly alter one’s existence, making life feel unbearable at times. Regrettably, the impact of infertility on mental health is often overlooked and underdiscussed. Any individual who has undergone IVF treatment will attest that the emotional burden it carriesContinue reading “Infertility Support Resources that Feel Like A Lifeline”

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 ownContinue reading “Infertility Acronyms for the Newbies”

IVF Must Have’s for the Modern Mama in Waiting

If you’re about to start infertility treatments, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed with the amount of products you’re being told are the “must have’s” of a stress-free cycle. Below are the products that got me through multiple rounds of IVF, and continue to be products I love to use!