Cheers, dear readers, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) children are certainly some of the most wanted and sought after children on the planet. Anyone who has taken the steps to go through the often-grueling aspects of IVF to have a child has a lot of courage, strength and determination (and financial know-how to figure out how… Continue reading Lessons in surviving the strangest day of your life
Author: Dr. Daamini
Effective Weight Loss For Improved Fertility
Hey There! It’s Mike here – Happy New Year! It’s a new year so you know what that means… lots of people with all different types of health and exercise resolutions. It probably comes as no surprise to you that weight loss is often the number one health goal on people’s list. Now while it’s… Continue reading Effective Weight Loss For Improved Fertility
Power-packed Protein Punch Cakes
Being an avid believer and upholder of the 6-7 small meals a day, I am constantly on the search and lookout for healthy, nutritious and obviously low-calorie snack ideas. I came across a recipe on the internet which utilised egg whites and oats for a cake base and that inspired me to improvise and come… Continue reading Power-packed Protein Punch Cakes
With friends like these … (Part Two)
So in my last post, some of you may recall I talked about the old chestnut, “With friends like these, who needs enemies?” Cathy has certainly spoken about the insensitive, thoughtless and occasionally downright bizarre things that family, friends and others will blurt, and I had started to offer some thoughts on the uniquely male,… Continue reading With friends like these … (Part Two)
From Gamification to Grunge Bands: Four Practical Steps to Reducing Stress
WOW, life is stressful sometimes. I don’t just mean like, “Gosh, I am so busy this week” kind of stressful. I mean like, “Runaway-train, it’s 3:30 in the morning and I can’t sleep, everything is out of control” kind of stressful. The summer Cathy and I went through our IVF process was one of those… Continue reading From Gamification to Grunge Bands: Four Practical Steps to Reducing Stress
Shame, Guilt, Anxiety or ALL OF THE ABOVE
Cheers, dear readers, There are many experiences in our lives which can rock us to our very core. Make us question who we even are. How we got here. How do we move on? There is no doubt in my mind that infertility is one such malady to contend with on this front. Many of… Continue reading Shame, Guilt, Anxiety or ALL OF THE ABOVE
Cathy & Eric REEL REAL time (3)
Video credits Alivia Tagliaferri: Documentary Filmmaker, Director William LeDent: Video Editor, Videographer
You are not alone
According to Resolve (the National Infertility Association of America), infertility impacts 1 in 8 couples of reproductive age, which encompasses those who have trouble getting pregnant or sustaining a pregnancy. 1 in 8 is someone you know. Infertility can be a very isolating disease to face. I know, because I have been there. I enjoy… Continue reading You are not alone
Nuprolla Oats (Nutella-Protein)
Because sometimes you just want something gooey and warm and CHOCOLATEY ! No ifs, no buts, no excuses and alternatives. Believe you me these nutella flavoured oats with the raspberry sauce hits the spot right where you want them to! B-E-A-UUUUUU-T-I-FULLY 🙂 And breakfast for lunch/dinner? Hell yeah ! But I can’t claim all the… Continue reading Nuprolla Oats (Nutella-Protein)
Be Fit! Be Strong! Be Flexible! in 15
15mins is all you need for this workout to tick all boxes if you really are slammed for time.. or a good way to get yourself started into a regular workout habit This mini workout is a great way to get the day started, and get the heart pumping while engaging your target muscle groups.… Continue reading Be Fit! Be Strong! Be Flexible! in 15