Women's Health
IVF attrition: The journey from egg to embryo, explained
Infertility
Does stress impact fertility?
The answer is likely unsurprising—but a naturopathic doctor shares what to do about it.
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Mom-to-be asks if it’s OK to uninvite SIL with infertility struggles from her baby shower
“I feel bad for her, but she can’t keep bringing negativity to all of our celebrations,” she said.
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Former ‘Bachelor’ star says it’s okay to ‘hate pregnancy’—even if you’ve struggled with infertility
“It's okay if it’s really hard,” she wrote, “and you don’t have to pretend that it’s all perfect all the time.”
Infertility
Men aren’t typically part of fertility conversations—until something goes wrong
But it’s time to rewrite that narrative.
Health & Wellness
Bookmark these virtual support groups on your TTC journey
PSA: You don’t even have to contribute to feel supported.
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Ms. Rachel shares a heartfelt song honoring the baby she lost before welcoming her son
Any parent who has experienced pregnancy loss will instantly relate to her words.
Miscarriage & Loss
An invitation to the bereaved parents club
This is paradoxical: to love and to lose in this way. It’s unthinkable, and yet here we are.
Miscarriage & Loss
Navigating pregnancy loss after the loss of my mother
I worked through the emotions of that miscarriage by telling myself that whoever that little baby was, he or she is up there baking cookies and gardening while my mom is telling them all about me.
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Mom’s heart-wrenching video about wearing a weighted bear after stillbirth goes viral
“Another day of bear-wearing because my baby is not here.”
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The top 5 male fertility supplements (plus when to start taking them)
It takes two to make a baby. Here's why men's prenatal supplements are helpful.
Pregnancy
The surprising history of home pregnancy tests
From peeing on barley to injecting innocent rabbits, pregnancy tests have come a long way, baby.
Getting Pregnant
This little device is clutch if you’re trying to get pregnant
Know thy cervical mucus, know thyself, baby.
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Getting Pregnant
When’s the right time to announce your pregnancy?
Congrats! Ask yourself these questions first, mama.
Infertility
This is the worst part of unexplained secondary infertility
It’s the irrational anger at the baby section in Target. It’s the hundreds of times each day I wonder what it is that’s keeping me from getting pregnant.
Getting Pregnant
How to make a baby: The quick & dirty guide to getting pregnant
Love this journey for you.
Miscarriage & Loss
What to say when your friend has a miscarriage
"Remember you are not alone. Be gentle with yourself."
Getting Pregnant
What to know about using supplements for fertility—and when to start taking them in preconception
The reality is: Women are choosing to start families later in life. And it’s about time we start supporting them.
Motherly Stories
Debunking 4 myths about egg health as you age
Time for some good news: Your egg health isn’t set in stone.
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Ms. Rachel shares a heartfelt song honoring the baby she lost before welcoming her son
Any parent who has experienced pregnancy loss will instantly relate to her words.
Motherly Stories
Howling at the moon: How I released chronic stress from parenting and secondary infertility
Finding peace and a surprising new beginning.