THE BLOG
with Dr. Loree Johnson
As we move through the aftermath of the election, I want to acknowledge the range of emotions within this community. Some of us were prepared for the outcome, while others are experiencing shock, and many fall somewhere in between. It’s natural to be in different places on this continuum, and we all must find ways […]
The holidays often mean being surrounded by family and their children, participating in traditions that highlight the joy of togetherness. But for those facing fertility challenges, this season can serve as a painful reminder of the family you long to have. The emotional weight of the holidays can intensify the already challenging journey of […]
October marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, a time to honor the memories of the babies who are no longer with us and to acknowledge the complex grief that parents and families carry after such profound losses. Miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, or failed and disrupted adoption are heartbreaking experiences, often leaving families to grieve […]
Expressions of grief vary by culture and country. Years into my grief journey, I spent five weeks immersed in Mexican culture during one of the most powerful holidays of the year – Day of the Dead. I was struck by my emotional reaction to the celebrations. Particularly I was struck by what it feels like […]
Data suggest that one in eight couples struggle with infertility and that one in four couples suffer from pregnancy loss. With those statistics, you may either fall into one of those groups or know someone who has. Even though the conversation around fertility struggles and pregnancy loss is increasing, a veil of secrecy still exists […]
The country is in chaos. People around the world are peacefully protesting the murder of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department. But the protests represent so much more than a reaction to Mr. Floyd’s senseless murder. The world is expressing its rage and despair. We are crying out for accountability for […]
In a matter of weeks, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has dramatically changed our communities. Schools, economies, and cities have shut down as we attempt to mitigate the virus. Individuals and couples who have waited months to conceive are now questioning whether it’s safe to try to get pregnant. For those who are pregnant, you may […]
The following guest post was written by Rachel Scott Everett. Her voice and support have been invaluable to many women and men in the infertility and childless not by choice communities – even those childfree by choice, as people without children (for all reasons) often struggle with a shared sense of not belonging. It’s that […]
The experience of grief transcends different types of losses. While we may all be familiar with its stages of grief, one element of grief that often goes unnoticed is called Disenfranchised Grief. Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with Alex Zappala, a writer and therapist from the loss community called Grief Uncovered™, about how […]
Dear Fellow Infertility Warrior, The spread of Covid-19 has quickly crippled our nation. What was happening in China, South Korea, and Italy felt so distant weeks ago until it became our reality. Those of us in California, New York, and Washington state (where the virus seems most concentrated at the writing of this post) are […]
If you’ve been trying to conceive for a while, somewhere along the way, you may have researched fertility nutrition, only to feel confused, overwhelmed, and with no idea of where to start. You may have tried different fertility diets or nutrition recommendations such as clean eating, keto or low carb, avoiding added sugars, paleo, or […]
You’re resourceful. You’ve thoroughly researched your doctor. You’ve put together all the information about the fertility process you could possibly find. You might have friends or family…
Intentions can be just as motivating as setting goals for the New Year, but without the negative associations most people have around New Year’s resolutions…
The holidays are a time when we find ourselves surrounded by families and their children. You’ll be participating in holiday traditions that other families share each year. The emotional stress…
Unexpected memories can take you back to the happiest and saddest times in your life. There I was, basking in the joy of people I hadn’t seen in 20 years, holding a classmate’s infant in my arms…
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