Tag: infertility
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My Partner’s Support in My Darkest Moments: A Journey Through Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Motherhood can often feel like an uphill battle, especially in moments of despair. During those challenging times, many women find themselves struggling in silence. Yet, for those fortunate enough to have a loved one by their side, the journey becomes a little more bearable. My partner, Alex, has been that unwavering support…
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A Letter to the Embryos That Did Not Implant After Our IVF Transfer
Get Pregnant Fast To our dear embryos, the ones that didn’t implant after our IVF transfer: I often find myself pondering the mysteries of life, especially when it comes to the paths that unfold before us. I can’t comprehend why you didn’t choose to stay—why our IVF transfer didn’t result in the beautiful lives I…
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Is the ‘12 Week Rule’ Really a Good Idea?
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 26, 2020 Originally Published: Oct. 15, 2016 I sensed your presence even before that test displayed the blue line. In the days leading up to the purchase, I felt something shift within me—a twinge in my abdomen, a flutter of excitement, breast tenderness, and a hint of morning nausea. It…
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Putting All My Eggs in One Basket
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 2, 2020 Originally Published: Jan. 8, 2012 At 28, my partner and I felt ready to start our family. After three wonderful years of marriage and having just returned from a fantastic trip to France with friends, we were excited to begin this new chapter. I had completed my course…
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Stop Advising Women Trying to Conceive to ‘Just Relax’
Get Pregnant Fast It’s time to stop the misguided advice of telling women who are trying to conceive to “just relax.” This phrase, often uttered with the intent to comfort, is not only unhelpful but also rooted in outdated beliefs about women’s reproductive health. How many times have you heard someone say, “Stop stressing about…
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Could Living Separately from Your Partner Lead to Greater Happiness?
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, my partner left for a three-day business trip. I must admit, while I despise his absence because I miss him, there’s a part of me that relishes the time apart. After all, it means fewer chores, no grocery runs, and the TV is all mine! Finally, I can binge-watch my…
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Dear Friend Facing Infertility
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Friend, I want to share some news that might be difficult for you to hear: I am expecting a baby. Again. I know that hearing this may stir up complex emotions for you, and I want to approach this with the utmost sensitivity. I recognize that while you may feel happy…
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An Open Letter to the Woman Who Judged My IVF Journey
Get Pregnant Fast To the woman who deemed my IVF journey a sin, First and foremost, let me clarify: I never sought your opinion. You, who share a similar upbringing steeped in Catholic values as I do, should reflect on the depths of sacrifice involved in my quest for motherhood. Have you even considered the…