The stress free fertility journey?

by sarahh October 10, 2011

TweetThere’s no denying that the infertility experience can be extremely stressful with a whole barrage of emotions to deal with. Sadness, fear, anxiety, worry and anger are just a few of the words that the people I work with use when they describe how infertility makes them feel. It’s somewhat expected to suffer emotionally through [...]

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The Fertility Show 2011 – will you be there?

by sarahh September 27, 2011

TweetWouldn’t it be wonderful if there was an event where you could meet top fertility experts face to face.. And find support and solutions to help you get pregnant.. A place where you feel safe and at home with other people going through a similar experience to you.. The Fertility Show at Olympia, London is [...]

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What’s the true effect of stress on your fertility?

by sarahh September 11, 2011

TweetThere’s no denying that trying to conceive through fertility issues can be an extremely stressful experience. There seems to be so much to worry and think about, as you face fertility tests and treatment, or perhaps hear news of friends who are pregnant. It can feel like your life is being taken over by the [...]

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When others get pregnant first

by sarahh August 30, 2011

TweetI want to address an issue today that almost every woman I speak to tells me is a challenge for them.  And it’s one they’re often ashamed to admit.  I’m talking about the thoughts and feelings that come up when a friend tells you that they’re expecting a baby. Feelings of jealousy, envy and anger [...]

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We’re celebrating!

by sarahh August 15, 2011

TweetChampagne corks are popping here at Fertile Mindset and I’d love to pass a virtual glass to you (filled with fertility friendly sparkling grape juice if you prefer!) to join my celebration of 10 YEARS IN BUSINESS!! From that moment a decade ago when I decided to leave my mundane office job and venture into [...]

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Are you feeling strong enough?

by sarahh August 1, 2011

TweetThe journey towards parenthood when you’re struggling with infertility can be a long and arduous one, with many obstacles and challenges along the way. What makes this journey particularly difficult is that once you’ve started on it, you’ve no idea when it will end or what twists and turns it may take. There will be [...]

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How do you feel when you see a BFN?

by sarahh July 19, 2011

TweetA BFN (a ‘Big Fat Negative’ = a negative pregnancy test) is no doubt one of the hardest things to face when you’re trying for a baby. And when you’ve been trying for a long time, it’s something you’ve had deal with all too often. Although the advice is to wait until your period is [...]

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Putting YOU Back In Control

by sarahh July 4, 2011

TweetWhen I was on holiday a few weeks ago I was walking on the beach and I thought of all of you. I was wondering how you were getting on, what challenges you may have been facing on your fertility journey, and how you were coping and feeling emotionally. I felt a sudden pang, a [...]

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The Overwhelm of Infertility

by sarahh June 20, 2011

Tweet However long you’ve been trying for a baby, once you start fertility appointments and investigations you’ll find there’s a lot of information to get your mind around and a lot of unanswered questions. Which tests do I need?  What do the results mean?  What can I do to improve my fertility?  Which clinic should [...]

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Are You Going To Be Starting A Family Soon?

by sarahh May 31, 2011

TweetThis must be one of the most frequently asked questions to newlyweds, and it seems to get asked with greater frequency the longer you’ve been married or together as a couple.  And everyone asks, don’t they?  Friends, family, people you’ve just met!  The first time I heard this question was from my (very new) husband’s [...]

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