Many of my friends who are parents have struggled throughout the pandemic. Trying to juggle distance learning or homeschooling, work, and the shock of parenting 24/7 with zero help from their usual support networks has been really really hard. Having never been a parent, I don’t think I can comprehend…
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Hopeful grandparents of couples trying to conceive are often overlooked when it comes to infertility pain and grief. They suffer silently in the background, selflessly prioritizing the needs of their children before their own. I interviewed our Moms (my Mom and Mother-in-law) to learn more about how our infertility has…
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We tried to conceive for nearly 2 years before contacting our doctors to investigate. I assumed it was only a matter of time before we conceived on our own and if the doctors found anything at all, whatever it was would be easily fixable. We were relatively healthy and in…
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(I won’t be engaging in a debate about whether it’s right or wrong to spay or neuter pets here and any comments belittling either choice will not be published.) Arwen, my sweet golden retriever puppy, will be 7 months old in a couple weeks. Our veterinarian recommended getting her spayed…
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I’m really happy to report Arwen hasn’t had any bathroom accidents in months and sleeps through the night. 🙌🏻 She rings her little bell whenever she has to go out and it’s been working perfectly. (Thank you to Mark’s cousin Julie for that suggestion!) She’s met lots of new friends in the…
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If you’re experiencing infertility, this Monday might be feeling extra Monday-ish in the wake of Mother’s Day. Not because you literally have a hangover, but because yesterday was an emotional roller coaster. What was yesterday like for you? Maybe you attended a brunch celebrating the beautiful mothers in your life.…
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I try to be uplifting and positive in my posts about infertility, while still sharing the struggle and more difficult realties. Fair warning: This is neither of those things. It’s a post about the inappropriate questions strangers ask after observing our family of two. If you’re feeling sensitive today, or…
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Holidays are challenging when you’re facing infertility. One of the big reasons is the reminder time keeps charging ahead. Birthdays and anniversaries are bittersweet for the same reason. Another year passes, and you’re reminded of all the plans you made and dreams you had about what your life would look…
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It’s been about a month since I’ve written, so let’s catch up with a quick “Life lately” post! As with any “Life lately” post, this will be a hodge podge of news and photos I’ve taken over the last month or so. Another one of my baby sisters is officially…
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Infertility is really hard on couples — emotionally, physically, financially. All the ways. It’s hard. One Danish study reported that couples who pursue fertility treatments that fail are three times more likely to get divorced. I’m grateful this has not been our experience. We’re a stronger couple for having navigated…
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