By: Erica Ferraro Let’s face it, support groups can either be a blessing or a curse. The “trying to conceive” (TTC) is intimately familiar with this truth. Since embarking on our journey to parenthood, I’ve immersed myself in a myriad of online support groups, vibrant Facebook communities, engaging Instagram conversations, and more. They’re all mesmerizingContinue reading “How to Exist in the Online TTC Community Without Losing Your Own Mind”
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Embryo Transfer Day Must Have’s
By: Erica Ferraro Embryo transfer day is one of the most exciting, nerve-racking, and special days you will have in your IVF journey. It is the day that all of your hard work, comes to a climax as you try with all of your might to bring your baby, Earthside. This moment is nerve-racking, becauseContinue reading “Embryo Transfer Day Must Have’s”
Assisted Reproductive Technologies 101
By: Erica Ferraro with Contributions from Alease Daniel Barnes, BS, Senior Embryologist Once you find your clinic and feel confident in your decision to proceed with treatment, you will likely learn about treatment options based on your diagnosis. I cannot reiterate enough that every patient is highly different and should have a unique treatment protocol. So,Continue reading “Assisted Reproductive Technologies 101”
Flattering Dresses for the Overwhelming Summer: Beat the Heat, Hormones, and IVF Challenges with Flair
By: Erica Ferraro Let’s face it, going through infertility treatments during summer is a whole new level of stress. It’s a sizzling season, with raging hormones, weight fluctuations, exercise restrictions, and non-stop sweating (shoutout to my Lupron sisters!). All these factors can make us feel a tad insecure in our stylish summer outfits. Trust me,Continue reading “Flattering Dresses for the Overwhelming Summer: Beat the Heat, Hormones, and IVF Challenges with Flair”
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”
Baking Life’s Sweetest Miracle: A Cake Analogy for Understanding Infertility
By: Erica Ferraro When I received my initial diagnosis of DOR and realized that I would need to undergo multiple rounds of IVF 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 diagnosis, but alsoContinue reading “Baking Life’s Sweetest Miracle: A Cake Analogy for Understanding Infertility”
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”
When Time Plays Tricks: Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficieny
By: Erica Ferraro Did you know that sometimes your ovaries can go on strike before you hit 40? It’s called primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) or premature ovarian failure (POF), and when it happens, your ovaries don’t play by the rules anymore. They stop producing enough estrogen and releasing eggs regularly, making it a challenge toContinue reading “When Time Plays Tricks: Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficieny”
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”
Moving Mountains For Motherhood 