Fertility Bowl

I didn’t expect the waiting to be the hardest part. Waiting for test results, waiting between cycles, waiting for a sign things are working. How do you keep your life moving when everything feels on p… more

Anyone living in spotsylvania/fredricksburg area? My husband and I are looking to make couple friends in the area

What safe fun activities to do, while going through IVF or waiting for a positive test?

Is it normal to feel resentment toward your own body when it’s not doing what you thought it was supposed to do? I go from hopeful to hopeless in the span of a single cycle. My partner is supportive b… more

We’ve been trying for over a year and just had our first fertility clinic consult. I didn’t realize how overwhelming it would feel just hearing the acronyms, it’s like learning a new language. I don’t… more

We have a baby resulting from IVF and are planning for a second once I stop breastfeeding. I just wanted to see if anyone who was in a similar situation has an input. How long did you wait for your bo… more

As an IVF girly what are your hobbies? I feel like I’ve lost myself in this process.

I just turned 35 and every birthday since 30 has come with this growing anxiety about my future. I haven’t started trying yet, but I feel like I’m racing a clock I can’t see. My OB says I’m fine for n… more

Felt so blessed IUI worked for us first time, even got extra lucky we had identical twins as a result. Now miscarrying at 9 weeks, I am so heartbroken, sore, anxiously waiting for the bleeding to rea… more

Did you choose to do PGT-A testing? Why or why not? What was your count drop off? Did you feel it was reliable?

We are working with a surrogacy agency. They have a surrogate for us but she has 6 past pregnancies.
What are the pros and cons to choose her ? Any factors to be taken into consideration?

Currently 7dpt and going crazy with the wait! My clinic won't test until 11dpt, but I'm second-guessing the reasoning. I always heard you wait after natural conception because embryos need tim… more

My husband and I are 46 and 40, respectively, with a teenager from our earlier years. We've been trying for another baby but suffered two miscarriages in the first trimester. I'm feeling the p… more

I know we've all been there. That seemingly innocent question, "When are you having kids?" It's the absolute worst for me. My husband and I have been trying for years, and it just fe… more

Hey everyone,

What's the one thing you wish your current workplace genuinely understood or offered to better support women navigating fertility journeys?

Thinking about what truly makes a difference… more

How long after ER did your bloating go away? I feel like a beached whale.

I'm a few months into TTC (took time off after MTX for suspected ectopic in Feb), and the targeted social media ads are truly worse than the TWW itself. Every time I Google spiral, I get bombarded… more

We went through IVF 3 years ago and delivered a beautiful boy, we both did genetic testing at that time. Recently the clinic reached out and asked my husband's permission for his blood work and sp… more

I am so scared and feel underprepared. I have my transfer in a couple of days. Please pray for me that it works.

Curious if anyone has been through this. Almost through my 50k lifetime max through my employer in fertility coverage - it’s an Anthem blue cross blue shield plan. What if I move to another firm with … more

After three failed IUIs, my period's a week late, which has never happened before. Not pregnant, confirmed. My last IUI was 100mg Clomid (my previous two 5mg ones just meant fast ovulation and sho… more

Does anyone remember the "show us your leave" trend/movement on LinkedIn a few years ago? Where companies were asked to be transparent about their paid parental leave benefits (if any.) When… more

Currently on the IM injections journey, and every single one is such a big mental task. I'm so tired of dealing with the mental battle before the injections. I feel like this whole process would b… more

I've reached the point of realizing that maybe I'm not meant to enjoy my right to conceive and give birth to my own child. I have no more patience/ energy/ time, or money to continue hoping my… more

I’m SO traumatized and seeking therapy. I have been through several ivf cycles so familiar with the process . I usually got a result on day 8dpt of whether the pregnancy is progressing . I tested with… more

What has been your experience with auto-injectors? I'm really not good with pricks, and I never have been. It may sound kiddish, but getting an injection is one of the biggest fears of my life, bu… more

I'm finding navigating secondary infertility incredibly difficult, particularly because of having to balance the desire for a second child with the demands of parenting my existing one. What strat… more

Does anyone has any experience with hydrosalpinx or fallopian tube issues which were diagnosed during the infertility treatment from HSG test?

Ladies, I could use some words of comfort or motivation. Going through treatment for my infertility problems, but all that's happening is we're losing money. No improvements, and I just want t… more

IVF: how many IM injections did you have to give yourself and how did you rev yourself up to do it? Currently doing 3 subq injections a day and I hate it - I hate needles and I I honestly don’t know … more

It’s so hard to go through FET prep (physical and mental toll) and manage a case. Anyone have advice on getting off this case and maybe doing something internal for the next few months?

Did you put a cap on how many embryos to get biopsies and sent out for genetic testing?
I told the embryologist lab no cap but I’m wondering if I made the right decision. We currently have 14 embryos a… more

Scheduling our first IVF appointment for number two soon and hoping someone can remind me the guidance on alcohol and transfers. Is it zero alcohol as soon as I start meds or only after the actual tra… more

IVF Question: I mix my Menopur, then draw it into the syringe to inject. I noticed a little late that I didn’t get ALL of the solution out. I got most of it. Should I be concerned I missed a few drops… more

Hi all- how soon after embryo transfer did you start experiencing morning sickness, constipation, more bloating? Few weeks in but symptoms are getting a bit harsh as i expected these will come later o… more

Hi. Any recommended books on miscarriage/pregnancy loss? I just went through one and looking for ways to cope :(

Does anyone know if there are issues with doing a GLP1 for a couple months before starting the IVF process? Im probably going to start IVF meds (starting with 21 days of birth control) in September an… more

Has anyone dealt with a canceled or extended cycle? Today would be day 7 of stims, my leading follicle is a lot farther along than where it’s been relative to past cycles. My RE is talking about eithe… more

Hi there- got a positive test with 131 HCG. Blood test two days later was only 132 HCG. Not good. Are there any success stories from stations like this? I know it looks really bad and am already prepa… more