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Living Life Post-Infertility

Infertility can become an intense part of your identity. So what happens once you’ve moved on from the experience? In this piece, fertility coach Erin McDaniel shares some next steps to explore after your infertility journey comes to a close.

Why Certain Words Can Be So Painful When TTC

Some words just sting a little bit harder when you’re trying to conceive…especially if those words imply that there’s only one successful outcome. Today we’re talking about why words like “promoted” and “graduated” can be so damn hurtful in the context of trying to conceive.

Handling IVF + IUIs When You Have a Full-Time Job

IVF and IUIs are both stressful and time-intensive, making them disruptive when holding down a typical 9-5 job. Today we’re sharing some tips to better balance both fertility treatments and your full-time gig.

Introducing Fruitful Forums!

Fruitful’s founder and CEO, Elyse Ash, shares some exciting news about a brand new feature made available for Fruitful members: Fruitful Forums.

20 Things to do During Your Two Week Wait (2WW)

When you’re trying to conceive, the two week wait between either your ovulation peak, embryo transfer or IUI treatment can feel like FOR-EVER. Literally, time stops. Here’s a list of fun things to do to distract yourself and your busy mind while you wait for the biggest news of your life. NBD…

Trigger Warning: How to Deal with Infertility Triggers

When you’re going through infertility, emotional triggers are everywhere. Pregnancy announcements on social media. Plot lines on your favorite TV shows. A random baby shower invitation. So let’s talk about some common emotional triggers when struggling with fertility and how to overcome them.

5 Unexpected Feelings After I (Finally) Got My BFP

After years and years of trying and treatments, what does it REALLY feel like to finally get that BFP? Fruitful Founder Elyse Ash shares 5 feelings she wasn’t expecting after learning her first frozen embryo transfer had actually worked…