It appears that both Cathy and I have taken inspiration and insight by books recently and I really enjoyed Cathy’s post last week on the four agreements. Simplicity and self-realisation really are the key to a more fulfilled existence. That said, it’s so easy to be enveloped in our own struggles, especially with ongoing… Continue reading The grass isn’t always greener …
Author: Conceive IVF Hospital
Sep ’15
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IVF “Success Rates” and Minding Our Health
Cheers, dear readers, A friend recently shared an article with me that I found intriguing regarding the ethics of fertility doctors working with their patients in regards to when IVF is prescribed, at what age, and the validity of success rates that are being quoted to their patients. Are some (or many) fertility clinics giving… Continue reading IVF “Success Rates” and Minding Our Health
Eating to support your menstrual phases
There are a number of fertility-enriching foods you should add to the menu during each of your cycle phases. But before I jump into the phases and foods, I want to share a few tips to optimally support your fertile body regardless of phase: Hydrate with plenty of water. For best results, drink at least… Continue reading Eating to support your menstrual phases
A Letter to My Pre-TTC (Pre-Trying to Conceive) Self
The first blog post that I wrote for the Slow Swimmers and Fried Eggs blog made me think a lot about who I was before trying to conceive and what it was like at the beginning of my fertility journey. It’s safe to say that my experiences along the way have changed a lot… Continue reading A Letter to My Pre-TTC (Pre-Trying to Conceive) Self
Uterus Didelphys or Double Womb
Recently a young Asian woman, 30 years of age and who had been for 9 years presented to ‘Conceive Hospital’ with a history of being unable to conceive a pregnancy for the 5 years she and her husband had been trying. Her gynaecological history included that of 2 miscarriages both of which occurred at just… Continue reading Uterus Didelphys or Double Womb
4 Neuroscientific Things To Do That Will Make You Happier in Infertility
Cheers, dear readers, Along the infertility journey, there are many unpredictable and often quite uncomfortable twists and turns. There are definitely days where all feelings of happiness felt like they had been swept away from me never to return – like a vacuum had sucked them from my soul. If you are a Harry… Continue reading 4 Neuroscientific Things To Do That Will Make You Happier in Infertility
Own Your Story So That It Doesn’t Own You
Cheers, dear readers, Last week I shared with you a very difficult moment that I experienced where I emotionally “fell down”. My close friend had just told me that she had gotten pregnant immediately and extremely easily. She was over the moon, excited as well as shocked at how swiftly she had conceived. It… Continue reading Own Your Story So That It Doesn’t Own You
Sleep Your Way to Improved Fertility
Confession time: I’m writing this post on very little sleep. After working all day yesterday, running errands after work, picking up my son Charlie from his babysitter, getting dinner on the table, giving Charlie a bath and getting him to bed (which was slightly challenging last night, as he’s a little under the weather… Continue reading Sleep Your Way to Improved Fertility
Heat-Busting, Fertility-Boosting Soup
I promised a recipe this week, and I always deliver on my promises. Before I get to that, though, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for being with me through my last few heavy posts. It warmed my heart to see the outpouring of love and healing thoughts for my friend… Continue reading Heat-Busting, Fertility-Boosting Soup

