“Normal”
When you are struggling to conceive one of the things you long for the most is just to be normal. Nothing could make my jealousy peak more than when someone would tell of the fun and unique way they...
View ArticleHopes and Dreams
In the world of infertility you often feel as though you should be “game” for anything – you know that you are going through all of this to have a child and you can sometimes be made to feel selfish...
View ArticlePrognosis- Impatient
When dealing with infertility, a couple needs to practice a great deal of patience. Sadly, I was born with very little patience for waiting for exciting things to happen. For example, I’ll...
View ArticleThe Goal of Fertility Treatments
The Southeast Chapter of RESOLVE is having it’s first annual Family Building Conference on May 1st in Atlanta, Georgia (CLICK HERE for more information). Beyond being a spectacular idea – getting...
View ArticleWelcome to the Fertility Blog A-Z and Everything In Between
Welcome to the new series of Fertility Blogs! As a Mom and a woman who had some of the most excruciating experiences with my infertility treatments, I can empathize and sympathize with every woman, man...
View ArticleAudaciously Awaiting
In most societies, it is assumed that girls will grow up and have babies. We, as girls are given dolls to play with, babysit, help with others’ kids and are taught nurturing skills in preparation to...
View ArticleCan’t Always Get What You Want
There must be a reason for our infertility: either a medical explanation or a spiritual purpose. I can appreciate the advice of well-meaning loved ones who try to point this out. What I don’t...
View ArticleHaving a Backup Plan
Going into this frozen embryo transfer, I thought I had it all figured out. Since our last failed attempt nearly a year ago, we went on hold to try to align our plans with the will of God. Coming out...
View ArticleOpportunities of the 2 Week Wait
While the infamous two-week-wait seems to be dreaded by most women, it’s only because the focus so often is about what we want. “Obviously,” you may say. But for a person of faith, it is not...
View ArticleRetreat for Those Experiencing Infertility
Five couples and four women without their husbands in tow usher into the conference room. We drove various distances to be here. Some from Virginia, some from North Carolina and Pennsylvania, and some...
View ArticleTaking Back Your Life
My husband and I have dealt with infertility the better part of our marriage. It has shaken us to the core at times and made us wonder if we ever would be able to share our love with a son or daughter...
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