The Link Between Endometriosis And Infertility
My need for support and companionship during my struggle with infertility and endometriosis led me to join the online patient community and through my involvement in this community, I have met the...
View Article10 Questions You Should NEVER Ask At Class Reunions
My 15 year high school reunion is coming up and I have to admit that I am excited about it, for the most part. I had a great time in high school and was actually really sad to graduate. I went to an...
View ArticleThe Art of Curse Word Substitution
The other day, I dropped a cast iron skillet on my pinky toe. I was aware my daughter was in earshot, so I let out a long string of faux curses that I always say, “Mother of goodness…holy bananas…...
View ArticleIrish Soda Bread Recipe [Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free]
Every year I look forward to St. Patrick’s Day because of one thing: Irish soda bread. My grandma made it her whole life and passed down her recipe and her cast iron skillet to me before she died. With...
View ArticleMini-Vacations from Infertility
Last weekend my family and I went on a short vacation to the beach to unwind and relax. My third and final IVF is rapidly approaching, so it was very necessary for me to take the time to be in the...
View ArticleLife Lessons My Daughter Learned in Preschool
I simply cannot believe my little preemie is finishing preschool! Where did these past four years go? She started school in Pre-K 2, going a few hours a week. The Pre-K 4 kids had always looked so big...
View ArticleDealing With Loss Through the Holidays
The Holidays are a notoriously hard time for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. For all of us women struggling with infertility, the Holidays are a time when we grieve the lost opportunity...
View ArticleHow To Make Snow Cream
Since many of us have been covered in snow with more on the way, here is a unique and delicious way to take advantage of the winter wonderland, while keeping your snowbound, snow bunnies entertained....
View Article10 Things You Shouldn’t Tell A Woman Struggling To Get Pregnant
When it comes to infertility, I have found that people just don’t know what to say to those going through it. And when they finally find the words, you kind of wish they hadn’t. My husband and I have...
View ArticleA Note of Comfort To One Struggling To Conceive
So, it is much easier to give advice on what NOT to say to people who are struggling to conceive (see previous blog, “What Not To Say”). The truth is, there isn’t really a lot you can say to someone...
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