The Three Weeks
While there are those who don't like to think about unpleasant things, or block them our of their minds, most of us can't help ourselves. We ponder, ruminate, belabor and worry about what the future holds.
Fasting Emotions
For many in the fertility community, fast days bring up all kinds of feelings. They wish they wouldn't have to tell people if they are fasting. If they were still pregnant, they would be able to eat.
Don’t Ask Anyone If They Are Fasting… Ever.
Tonight begins Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year. And sometimes more than the themes of atonement and forgiveness, people tend to focus on the food...or lack thereof.
Don’t Ask Anyone If They Are Fasting… Ever.
Tonight begins Tisha B’av, the saddest day the Jewish year. Here’s a quick reminder that it's none of your business why someone is or is not fasting tomorrow.
Fasting on Tisha B’av with Dr. Rachel Rosenthal
Dr. Rachel Rosenthal shares this piece with us about the nuances of Halacha, fasting, women’s bodies, pregnancy, infertility, breastfeeding, and everything in between.
Tisha B’av Reminds Us We Don’t Always Have To Look On The Bright Side
I love Tisha B’av. I know it’s crazy to say that, but I do. I am witness to so many people’s private days of mourning. But today, it’s a national day of mourning.
Tisha B’Av Reflections
Reflections from the IWSTHAB community, focusing on the emotional and physical experiences related to fasting and fertility issues, especially during Tisha B'Av.