How to develop self-care habits for a happier fertility journey

The stress of infertility is real. And when we're stressed, we may fall back on self-indulgent habits that only make us feel worse. True self-care is about prioritizing your future self over your short-term desires. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun! In fact, self-care needs to be fun if you’re going to actually be consistent about it. If you’ve tried to incorporate more self-care into your routine but haven’t made anything stick, you might just need a fresh way of thinking about it — one that works with your existing desires and motivations, instead of against them. Here are a few ideas to spark some inspiration:

Guest UserJune 27, 2021self care, emotional health, mental health, patient support, stress

How to cope with infertility during the holidays

The holidays are a particularly stressful time of year. The emphasis on family and children adds a new emotional burden to an already painful experience. Here are a few tips for coping with infertility during the holiday season, based on the counsel we've given our patients and the strategies that have worked for them.

Guest UserNovember 18, 2018mental health, emotional health, holidays