Children are so easy to love. Their innocence, playfulness and curiosity are refreshing to be around, even now in the midst of my own fertility challenges and experiences with pregnancy loss. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that I was the eldest child and the first grandchild in my family, which meant… Continue reading Infertility and Spending Time with Other People’s Children
10 Exercises to keep you Fertile
When it comes to fertility, regular exercise is a must. It improves metabolism and circulation, both of which contribute to better egg production, and optimizes your reproductive system by stimulating the endocrine glands, which secrete hormones that help eggs grow. The key is to have a go-to exercise routine that’s moderate in intensity and works… Continue reading 10 Exercises to keep you Fertile
Build a life you’re proud of – one day at a time !
Cheers, dear readers, I’m writing you today with a happy heart! Last night was a bit of a breakthrough for me – an infertile “barren” woman’s moment of enjoying a small sweet victory. And believe me, I’ll take all of the little (and big) victories that I can! We all can! No one told… Continue reading Build a life you’re proud of – one day at a time !
The Things we’ve handed down
I wonder who you’ll look like. Will your hair fall down in curls? Will you be a momma’s boy? Or daddy’s little girl? Are you a poet or a dancer, a devil or a clown? Or some strange new combination of the things we’ve handed down? – Marc Cohn, The Things We’ve Handed Down Hello… Continue reading The Things we’ve handed down
Kale KRRRRUNCH !
WARNING : The products of this recipe are incredibly addictive Who doesn’t love kicking back on the sofa with some trashy TV and a big bag of cheese puffs or salt & vinegar chips ? Perfect way to unwind after an insanity-filled work day ! Meanwhile, the calorie counter is going DINNG-DINNG-DONG crazy… The answer is… Continue reading Kale KRRRRUNCH !
Your IVF survival guide
Having been through 2 full rounds of IVF and 4 frozen embryo transfers, I feel like now would be a good time to draw up a few survival tips from our experience. Everyone’s experience of IVF will be slightly different but there are some common themes so if you’re going through it or about to… Continue reading Your IVF survival guide
Reclaiming Your Life on Your Fertility Journey
At the beginning of September, I went to a Bruce Springsteen concert with a friend of my husband’s. I have been a longtime fan of Bruce’s ever since I was 14 (so, most of my life), and I’ve seen him no fewer than 10 times. I know what to expect at a Bruce Springsteen concert.… Continue reading Reclaiming Your Life on Your Fertility Journey
Fertility Vocabulary
Embarking on the journey of assisted conception, you will come across an array of words and abbreviations that can make the journey even more confusing than it already is, so this post goes out to everyone at the start of their journey; whether you’re about to have your first doctor’s appointment or just contemplating giving… Continue reading Fertility Vocabulary
30 Day Wellness Challenge
Hey there… Mike here from B Method. I’m super excited to share this 30 Day Wellness Challenge with you. When it comes to being fit and fertile, there’s a lot more to it than just eating healthy foods and exercising regularly. To be fit and fertile requires an all-encompassing approach that takes into account both… Continue reading 30 Day Wellness Challenge
Friends Forever, Besties and Baes
I sat watching my daughter playing with a girlfriend the other day. The two of them engrossed in discovery of an ant hill, with muddy finger nails, and hair untamed in a way that looks so wild and beautiful on little girls. Taken by them I said a little wish for her to always be… Continue reading Friends Forever, Besties and Baes