Stories from the Community
The following are an assortment of essays, creative writing, journal entries, poetry, and more from people in our shared community.
Childfree not by Choice
Childfree after infertility, we hear all about Katy’s journey and her role with the Childless Collective!
Surrogacy Unfiltered
@carried.with.love is a five time surrogate, advocate, and expert in the area. Enjoy this live interview!
Understanding Fertility with Dr. Lucky Sekhon
Board certified OBGYN & Fertility doctor, Dr. Lucky Sekhon, in an interview with For the Barreness (video)
Bereaved Mother’s Day
Payal opens up about the deep personal meaning of Bereaved Mother’s Day, sharing her journey through grief after the loss of her son, Zion.
The Not So Happy Mother’s Day Warrior Card Exchange:
The Not So Happy Mother’s Day Warrior Card Exchange: Spreading Compassion and Care Across the Globe for Those Affected by Infertility and Loss
Unapologetically Infertile
Watch our raw, brutally honest convo on infertility and pregnancy loss.
Grief is the price we pay for love
After years of infertility, loss, and the miracle of welcoming her daughter, Hillary’s world was shattered when her husband, Tom, was diagnosed with aggressive metastatic melanoma just days before her birth.
This is the story of her fight through pain, love, and resilience - all as she navigates new parenthood and an unimaginable battle against cancer.
The Relaxation Myth: Why 'Just Relax' Is the Last Thing to Say to Someone Dealing with Infertility
Hear directly from people with infertility on why “Just Relax” is more harmful than helpful.
When Mother's Day Hurts: Navigating through Infertility & Loss
The sense of exclusion from a holiday meant to honor motherhood can exacerbate feelings of inadequacy, grief, and isolation.
How you can help those you care about.
Surrogacy, the greatest gift
Highschool sweethearts learn early in life that they will face challenges, turn to surrogacy to build their family.
The constant need of having to advocate
Nikola shares her experience and frustrations in advocating for testing and trust.
Taking my own path to motherhood
Dealing with PCOS, Kirsty shares her story of how her story began as a teenager and continues to this day.
The Heartbreak of Missed Miscarriage
It took 3.5 years, one miscarriage, and four failed IUIs before Laura and Sam conceived their daughter, Hannah. Here is her journey.
Interview with Alicia: 8 years and counting
“Infertility has changed every single relationship I have in my life. Sadly, most relationships have not changed for the better.”
Our Ride with Unexplained Infertility
"Our faith has been shaken to the core. And yet it has grown in leaps and bounds. Our dreams shattered and rebuilt.”
Interview with Danika: PCOS & the need for Support Systems
Danika deals with PCOS, a partner often away, and the challenges faced when diagnosis comes later.
Interview with Corey: Through Loss and Hope
After losing her daughter, Kinsley, at 2 months old, it was a dream of making Kinsley a big sister that kept her going.
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