Infertility

How to Talk Yourself Out of a TTC-Induced Tizzy

When you’re trying to conceive sometimes the slightest trigger can completely derail your day (and mental state). So what can you do to stop the internal catastrophizing after seeing that pregnancy announcement? That’s our topic for the day…

8 Signs You Might Be Ready To Talk To A Psychologist

Many people struggling to get pregnant or start a family often experience feelings of anxiety or depression. But how do you know if you could benefit from working with a trained professional? Perth-based psychologist Rebecca Glorie shares the signs that indicate it might be time to start working with a therapist.

Listen Up: Our Favorite Fertility Podcasts

Podcasts can be a great way to get the information and support you need when dealing with the heartache of infertility. They’re covert, free, oftentimes funny and produced with so much love and energy! Today we’re sharing our favorite fertility podcasts and asking our readers which ones they also can’t live without.

4 Metaphors for Explaining What Infertility Feels Like

Arguably one of the most painful aspects of going through infertility is how misunderstood it is. No matter how hard our friends and family try to get it…they just don’t. Here are 4 metaphors you can use to try and convey just how frustrating, heartbreaking and crazy-making the whole fertility experience can be.

How to Know If You’d Make a Good Fertility Mentor

Infertility is a traumatic life event for millions of women and men. And because talking about it is still taboo, few people feel comfortable opening up to their friends and family. This makes others who have gone through the experience ideal allies for those in need of emotional support. But what exactly makes someone a good fertility mentor?

Infertility in TV Shows, Movies + Pop Culture

Infertility is an inherently dramatic experience, making it ripe for juicy plot points in TV shows and movies. Grab your popcorn; today we’re sharing our favorite infertility-related stories and ranking them based on how accurately they portray the experience.

How to Make a TTC Instagram Account

If you’re looking for a supportive community that totally gets the struggle bus that is infertility, then get yourself to “TTC Instagram” stat. Learn how to create your own private TTC-only Instagram account and start connecting with other infertility sisters right now. It’s kind of the best.

Making Fertility Injections Less Painful

The only thing most people know about IVF is that it involves needles. LOTS of needles. And they’re not wrong; it’s unfortunately a large component of fertility treatments. Today we’re sharing tips on how to administer your fertility meds like a pro.

Surviving the Emotions of Secondary Infertility

Secondary infertility is a misunderstood condition that causes confusion, frustration, grief and guilt. Today we’re delving into the messy, complicated feelings of secondary infertility with fertility coach, Erin McDaniel.

The Skinny on Fat When Trying to Conceive

Eating healthy is an essential piece of the trying to conceive puzzle. In this post, wellness expert Jennifer Colletti explains the difference between good fats and bad fats and how knowing the difference can help alleviate symptoms of PCOS and endometriosis and aid in your fertility efforts.