I had the privilege of watching some of the Noble Prize dialogues on “The Future of Work” this week. The discussions all highlighted some fascinating points about the world of work along with the direction we are headed in in the future. There is no doubt that digital advancements and what has been called the… Continue reading Infertility & the Workplace
Baby Shower Dilemmas During Infertility
How do you feel about attending baby showers? Is it easy to celebrate people’s pregnancies? Or do you have times where you struggle? What helps you work through your triggers? I have a baby shower in my calendar scheduled for a couple of weeks’ time. Since we are still in a partial lockdown, it’s a… Continue reading Baby Shower Dilemmas During Infertility
The Permission of the “And” TedX Talk on Infertility
Cheers, dear readers, Happy New Year to you all! You have heard me say it here before but it is worth saying again. There is much healing power in the power of community. Thanks to the Global Sisterhood community that I am honored to be a part of, I have come to know Justine Brooks… Continue reading The Permission of the “And” TedX Talk on Infertility
Eating to support your menstrual phases – Part 2
In my last blog post, I talked about the first two phases of your menstrual cycle and specifically how to nourish your body with fertility enriching foods to best support during each phase. To recap, there are foods and drinks you should be consuming no matter what phase you are in, especially water. Learning about… Continue reading Eating to support your menstrual phases – Part 2
Childless men don’t raise eyebrows, but childless women do. That’s wrong on a lot of levels.
Hi everybody! Eric here again with my first post of the new year, and it’s great to be back! First, let me say a huuuuuge thank you to Julia, whose fresh voice, vulnerability and candor (not to mention wonderful writing) have been such a great injection of energy here at SS&FE. I am so… Continue reading Childless men don’t raise eyebrows, but childless women do. That’s wrong on a lot of levels.
Stages of Fertility investigation
I remember when I was first told I had endometriosis – I had no idea what it was; I remember putting the phone down to the nurse, googling it and saw that it could lead to infertility. At the time, I was shocked but in no place to even consider bringing a child into the… Continue reading Stages of Fertility investigation
For fertility you’ve got to Move it Move it !
We have a fundamental need to move our bodies. When we live a more sedentary lifestyle with desk jobs and Netflix series to look forward to after work, it impacts us in so many ways. Physically. Mentally. Emotionally. Carol Welch says it perfectly, “Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person’s physical, mental… Continue reading For fertility you’ve got to Move it Move it !
Step by Step !
My husband gave me a Fitbit for a holiday gift! I’m so excited. Since I’ve been getting back into working out the past few months, I wanted something that could help me track my fitness goals. These little contraptions are a big difference from using old-fashioned stopwatches and fitness journals. It can tell me how… Continue reading Step by Step !
Five Things I Learned Overcoming Adversity
Cheers, dear readers, As I write my final post for our humble blog here at Slow Swimmers & Fried Eggs, I find myself feeling blessed and so grateful to have had the opportunity to have this platform, to share my experiences with you all, and to heal myself through the power of reflection, honoring our… Continue reading Five Things I Learned Overcoming Adversity
One for the boys, Two important truths …
Hi folks – Eric here again. As we’ve mentioned, Cathy and I had discussed doing a project / blog like this together, specifically because even among the few online communities and support discussions we did find, the male perspective was almost entirely absent. So at least for this week, let me speak not just as… Continue reading One for the boys, Two important truths …