Self Care

Trying to “Just Relax?” Enter Circle + Bloom.

Going through infertility is the 4th most traumatic life event a woman can experience. So if you’re struggling to relax, that’s understandable. There’s no shortage of self-care ideas out there, but one of our favorite resources for reconnecting with your body is the library of curated, fertility-specific meditations by Circle + Bloom.

Positivity: How Much is Too Much?

The infertility community is known for being an encouraging, hope-filled community, usually cheering one another on with positive messages like “Never give up!” But is there such a thing as too much positivity? Psychotherapist and fertility coach Cristina DiBartolomeo discusses what happens when positivity while TTC turns toxic.

Using Castor Oil Packs for Infertility

When you’re trying to get pregnant, there are a lot of holistic changes you can make to your routine before going down the IUI or IVF path. A really simple, affordable (yet kind of odd) thing to try? Castor oil packs.

Trying to Conceive While Being “Type A”

When you’re trying to get pregnant, everything else in your life gets put on hold. This lack of control and structure is tough for even the chillest people, but it can be downright torture for those of us who have “Type A” personalities.

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.

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.

Mourning the Loss of a “Normal” Path to Pregnancy

One of the most challenging aspects of infertility is how it can come out of nowhere. One second you’re brainstorming baby names and the next you’re sitting in a fertility clinic. Today we’re talking about how to mourn the loss of a “normal” path to pregnancy.