I don’t think there will ever be full equality between men and women until men can start growing babies… The discrimination that women face at work during pregnancy and after is often subtle but very real. The Equality Act in the UK was passed in 2010 which stated that “if someone treats you unfairly… Continue reading Fertility discrimination at work
Author: Conceive IVF Hospital
Despite Fertility Challenges, Your Life Doesn’t Suck
A client got in touch with me yesterday to let me know that her recent IVF cycle didn’t work. Of course, she was very upset. After giving me the news, she proclaimed, “Life sucks. Again.” Keeping a positive frame of mind during fertility challenges is one of the most difficult things about the entire… Continue reading Despite Fertility Challenges, Your Life Doesn’t Suck
Exercise Your Relationship to be Fun and Fertile
For most of us who desire to have a baby, one of the catalysts that created that feeling was our connection with our partner. It makes it that much more frustrating, that when we struggle to conceive, that relationship is the first thing that is challenged. Coming together becomes a chore or a check on… Continue reading Exercise Your Relationship to be Fun and Fertile
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 !
Getting Through Tough Times
Hi everybody, Eric here again. In my last few posts I’ve talked about dealing with fear, stress and disappointment. Today, I’d like to take you to a somewhat different place. All of those challenging emotions, and many others, may be a part of your IVF experience. But let’s “go up a level” from tactical ways… Continue reading Getting Through Tough Times
Folate Vs. Folic Acid: Are They the Same Thing?
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard about the importance of getting folate/folic acid if you’re pregnant or trying to conceive. A client got in touch with me recently asking for a recommendation for a prenatal vitamin that included folate instead of folic acid. I really appreciated her for this on so many… Continue reading Folate Vs. Folic Acid: Are They the Same Thing?
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
Dear PCOS… Why ME? (Part Two)
Let’s address the elephant in the room before we get into it… Polycystic ovary syndrome IS one of the leading causes of fertility challenges. However, it is not the ONLY cause. That being said… any article, book, blog or other that mentions foods and supplements that are beneficial to use or avoid for those with… Continue reading Dear PCOS… Why ME? (Part Two)
Wicked Good (and Fertile) Halloween Candy
This week is Halloween! The unofficial beginning of the holiday season and the festive end of the year. I love Halloween. When I was in my 20s what I loved about Halloween was all the kitsch and tackiness of the Halloween decorations. In the past decade or so, though, Halloween has become the… Continue reading Wicked Good (and Fertile) Halloween Candy
Fall Into Improved Fertility With This Awesome Autumn Soup
According to the calendar, it’s been autumn for more than a month now. The problem is, where I live, it’s still been hot! I had my air conditioning on last week! I love summer and hot weather, but when the calendar says it’s time to change seasons, I want it to change seasons! According to… Continue reading Fall Into Improved Fertility With This Awesome Autumn Soup