Mental Illness & Circumstantial Infertility
It doesn't change the fact that I wish I didn't need to be on birth control. That my vision of having a large family isn't realistic for me. That I am dealing with a mental illness.
Circumstantial Infertility & Mental Health Medications
“This condition requires me to take medication. I would absolutely love to try to expand my family, but the medication I take isn't conducive to pregnancy.”
Circumstantial Infertility & Medical Clearance
“I don’t fit in with the ‘infertility’ per se, but because of my diagnosis I haven’t been allowed to try to get pregnant for the last 3.5 years.”
Circumstantial Infertility and Being Single
We share these heartbreaking words with you so that you can understand a little bit more about how hard it is for them to be carrying the weight of not being married AND not having children.
Dear World
There is a so much pain in our community. People feel isolated and so distant from what is going on around then, because of everything they are carrying on the inside.
Vaginismus Journey
The main thing that I wanted to convey is that vaginismus isn't a simple treatment and voila you're cured. There's different options but it can be trial and error.
Vaginismus & Being Single
Here is a personal account of vaginismus. We are sharing her words because her experience is the very essence of circumstantial infertility.
Circumstantial Infertility: Having to Wait
“I didn't struggle with fertility physically, thank G-d, but there were emotional and situational elements, things coming up around parenthood, my childhood, and existential questions.”
Sexual Abuse & Infertility
We are not going to be able to do justice to the myriad of ways that someone who is s3xually abused is traumatized. But this too, can be another reason why someone has circumstantial infertility.
Circumstantial Infertility: “My Body Just Can’t Do It”
“Anything that prevents you from holding that baby you dream about at night is infertility and challenging. Yes, I can get pregnant, but doing this again is petrifying."
I Wasn’t Supposed To
This voice from the community shares another perspective when we are faced with repeated heartbreaking disappointment. We see those of you struggling extra right now and we are here for you.
I Always Thought I’d Have a Huge Family
“I always thought I’d have a big family…”
But it’s not so simple.
“Soon By You” Venn Diagram of Being Single and Infertile
After last night’s incredible event and round two tonight with @tziporagrodko I want to put up this post about how the singles and infertility community are unique yet so similar ❤️
The Grief of Being Single
Here are some pain points of what the grief of being single is like. These are just a few points of many, and everyone’s experience may be different, but we know many are relatable.
Being Single and Circumstantial Infertility
We get messages from all over the world, telling us that this work here is valuable. And yet, even those who are not on the path to parenthood have found resonance here.
Being an “Older” Single on Simchas Torah
There are so many situations that may lead one to find themselves in the midst circumstantial infertility and our goal over the next few days is to continue to share your stories so nobody feels alone in their journey.
Many Aspects of Circumstantial Infertility
This is the first of many voices from the community that we will share on the topic of circumstantial infertility this week. Swipe to read this piece from a follower with her personal experience ➡️
Things That You Don’t Know You’re Doing That Are Making Guests Feel Uncomfortable with Tzipora Grodko
So grateful for the conversation with @tziporagrodko this evening on how to be a more sensitive host. And yes- the original talk had 7 pointers, but we added one more based on our live tonight.
Circumstantial Infertility and Physical Health Concerns
Sometimes, prioritizing our physical health and safety means not getting pregnant again. Hearing these words can be incredibly heartbreaking…
Circumstantial Infertility: Uterine Fibroid Surgery and Mental Health
We will keep sharing your stories to show people that you never know what’s going on behind closed doors and that there are many reasons why someone may not have more children - even if they desperately want more.