In today's episode, we're discussing how to prepare for an embryo transfer. Between the two of us, we've tried "all the things" and had several transfers - some successful, some unsuccessful. In addition to sharing our own experiences, we'll share tips on preparing and giving an overview of what to expect leading up to transfer, on transfer day, and in the days and weeks afterward. 

In this week's episode, we're talking about the egg retrieval process. It can seem daunting, especially if you've never had to administer injections or had surgery before. Between the two of us, we have been through several retrievals, which were different each time. Some of the questions we'll cover are...

What should I expect leading up to an egg retrieval?

Is the egg retrieval painful? What is recovery like?

What happens after the egg retrieval?

We hope you will find some helpful tips or comfort from hearing our experiences. The process is a big deal and can seem scary, so we want you to know you are not alone. 

In today's episode, we are walking through the IUI process step by step. IUI is usually the first attempt in ART (assisted reproductive technologies) and can be scary for some. We'll talk about some of our own experiences with IUI, as well as answer the below questions: 

What should I expect during an IUI cycle?

Is IUI worth it?

What are the success rates with IUI? 

How many IUI's should I try?

As a reminder, this is not medical advice but rather our own opinions and experiences. 

In this episode, we will cover questions sent in through our Instagram. We had an extensive range of practical questions to emotional ones. Infertility is such a personal journey, and these answers are just from our perspectives. You will get various answers depening on who you are asking. Please reach out if you want to hear an answer explained in further detail. We are here for you. 

In this week's episode, we'll explore the emotional challenges of navigating the holidays while dealing with infertility or loss. We'll provide practical tips on effectively managing interactions with family and friends and handling social events and gatherings. It's important to acknowlege that the holidays can be challenging and isolating. We want to emphasize that we are here to offer support- reminding you that you are not alone in your journey.

In this week's episode, we'll be joined by Erica Buster. Upon discovering unexplained infertility, Erica faced the decision to pursue IVF. She opens up about the challenges with ethical dilemmas rooted in her faith and navigating the unique challenge of not feeling fully embraced in the "infertility club" due to the seemingly straightforward nature of her situation. Tune in as we talk about Erica's path to expanding her family.

In this week's episode, we are giving some tips on how to share your pregnancy with a friend who is going trough infertility. This episode is primarily aimed at helping you, the supporting friend, as we aim to provide tips and insights on sharing your joyful news in a considerate and empatheitc manner. We understand that no one can navigate this delicate situation perfectlly. Still, our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to communicate your pregnancy news more effectively and compassionately. We hope that after listening to today's episode, you'll feel better prepared to approach this conversation with sensitivity and understanding. 

This week, our focus remains on providing support, and we'll be talking about the delicate situation when a close friend shares their pregnancy. This scenario often triggers a complex mix of emotions, where you find yourself simultaneously thrilled and perphaps a little disheartened. You can be excited and heartbroken at the same time. Listen in as we discuss navigating these feelings to let you know you're not the only one going through this emotional journey. 

When your hairdresser, doctor, neighbor, and every one of your friends are suddenly expecting all at once – why does it seem like there’s a bump everywhere you look? This week, we’ll talk about triggers, some of the hard times we experienced, and some practical tips for minimizing additional heartbreak during this season.

You can share this episode with friends and family to help them better support you as you're going through infertility. Our friends and family love us dearly, but unless they've been in our shoes, it's hard to know what is or isn't helpful during our infertility journey. It's a tricky topic, and no one is going to do it perfectly, but by being here, we hope you'll gain some insight on supporting the one you love walking through this challenging season.