On Feb. 12, 2007 there was a shooting at a mall called Trolley Square in Salt Lake City. I was three months away from getting married, I had lived in Salt Lake for almost one year and Columbine had happened 8 years before. I was at my future in-law’s home with my fiance and we…
How Infertility Makes Your Strong
I was listening to this song the other day when the lyrics hit me like a ton of bricks. It was as if something clicked inside me and I finally embraced the fact that I am strong- not stubborn- when it comes to our infertility journey. So often when people have told me how I…
My Thoughts On Bringing The Holidays Down a Notch
Several years ago I stumbled upon an article where the author was complaining about the holidays and how some parents over-do it with the celebrations. You know- too much hooplah over the leprechauns, celebrating Pi-day with desserts galore, or over the top- homemade Valentine’s for class parties. My first initial thought was totally agreeing with…
If You See Something Good In Someone- Tell Them
There is a lot of negative conversation surrounding the world of Facebook and Instagram that I just want to remind you that there can also be so much good- if it is used that way. The experience I want to share touched my life and I never would have had it if it weren’t for…
How To Find The Perfect Fertility Doctor
Finding a doctor you click with is important. Whether it is your dentist or your eye doctor- you want to feel comfortable with whoever is treating you and your family. Nothing could be more true when looking for a reproductive endocrinologist (RE or fertility doctor). Your doctor will most likely see you at your lowest…
Miscarriage: The Best and Worst Advice
Miscarriage is one of the most common complications associated with early pregnancy. 1 out of 4 – or even more – of all pregnancies result in miscarriage. No matter what stage you lose a pregnancy it can be devastating and heartbreaking. It can take a physical and emotional toll on someone. Some people choose to be…
How To Find Happiness During Infertility
There’s a reason we are called “infertility warriors”. We live each day with pieces of our heart broken and scarred. We live each day missing someone- a someone who might be able to complete our family- who we don’t even know yet. We live each day moving forward by going to work, to church, by being…
What Is A Chemical Pregnancy?
By definition a chemical pregnancy is a very early pregnancy loss which accounts for up to 75% of all miscarriages. Many times, a woman might have a chemical pregnancy and not even realize she had been pregnant. Wait. How does that work? About three weeks after your last menstrual period you begin to produce levels of the…
Coming Out Of The Infertility Closet
Being honest and open with your friends and family that you are going through infertility is a huge step. By sharing it publicly you are admitting to yourself that yes, this is your battle. While keeping it private is completely acceptable, being open about it can be so freeing and healing. It might open up…
How To Tell Your Infertile Friend You Are Pregnant
One of the hardest parts of the infertility roller coaster is that horrible feeling called jealousy. It is so easy to become “jealous” of others when they have something you want and desire. Those battling infertility often find themselves having a difficult time when others become pregnant and have babies. It is a valid feeling,…