“My Daughter Has an Extremely Rare 3q Chromosome Duplication”
My daughter has an extremely rare 3q chromosome duplication which caused a heart defect, a spinal defect, a lung defect, and developmental delays.
Emotionally Dealing with Fertility and Genetic Concerns is Complex
Dealing with fertility and genetic concerns is complicated, it only makes sense that the emotions that come with it are complicated too. There is no right or wrong way to feel.
5 Reasons People Choose Not To "Do IVF"If They Have a Genetic Concern
Just doing IVF is not so simple for people with genetic concerns. Let’s talk about 5 reasons why someone may not choose to “do IVF” for genetic reasons.
Conversations Knowing You Are a Carrier For a Genetic Disorder
Knowing you are a carrier for a genetic disorder means many potentially uncomfortable conversations in your future. If it’s you, when do you tell a potential partner?
We Found Out That We Are Carriers of Recessive Genetic Condition While Expecting
Here is the next voice from the community written by a follower whose path to parenthood looks different than envisioned due to genetic concerns.
“People Look At Us Like We Got Pregnant With Ease”
This is a voice from the community about genetic screening. Through our work we strive to continue to expand the available support for Jewish families grappling with genetic diagnoses and birth defects.
Another Year. Alone
While this space is geared to those who are struggling to have a child, we often get messages from those who are not even able to try yet, for many different reasons.
Personal Story of Premature Ovarian Failure
“I've learned so much about myself through this journey. I wish it never happened, but at the same time I have grown more than I could have imagined. It is still a lonely place and painful.”
Egg Freezing Does Not Mean You’ve Given Up
PSA: Choosing to freeze your eggs does NOT mean you have given up on yourself, your family, your values. Freezing your eggs give you OPTIONS when you are ready to try to grow your family.
My Personal Experience Freezing Eggs
Ever wondered what it practically looks like to freeze your eggs? While each person’s experience is different, this woman’s story is an empowering look into the egg freezing process itself.
What to Not Say to Someone Freezing Their Eggs
When someone makes a decision to freeze their eggs, it's a HUGE deal. So much went into the decision. And as an outsider, your job is to support, not to question.
Egg Freezing Is Not A Guarantee
Egg freezing is *not* a guarantee that you will have a babyIt is a guarantee that you will have increased options as you get older. Just be clear about that so you don’t have false hope.
The Gift of Egg Retrievals
Powerful words from a place of power. There are no guarantees that every egg frozen will be viable, will create an embryo, or will result in a baby in your arms.
My Egg Freezing Journal Entries
Here is a personal story from a follower about her egg freezing journey while in her 20s. Swipe to read her piece, journal entries of her egg freezing experience ➡️
What To Text Your Friend Who Is Freezing Their Eggs
There's a delicate balance between asking for too much information and being supportive. But if someone lets you in and tells you they are going through it, it's your job to be present and supportive.
Emotions Before, During and After Egg Freezing
As we talk to more and more of you about the egg freezing process, these are some of the emotions that are coming up for people: empowered, hopeful, lonely, disappointed, anxious, and more.
The Decision To Freeze Eggs
People choose to freeze their eggs for a variety of reasons. But before people come to the decision, there are many factors to consider such as age, fertility, medical conditions, expenses, emotional burden.
How To Support Yourself, Your Staff, and the Entire Community Throughout The War In Israel
WAVE OF LIGHT: How To Support Yourself, Your Staff, and the Entire Community Throughout The War In Israel. A resource Guide to support the Jewish Community as we move through this current crisis.
How To Announce A Pregnancy To Someone Going Through Infertility Or Loss
Back to Basics: How am I supposed to share the news of my own pregnancy when I know my sister/friend/cousin, is experiencing infertility? I don’t want to hurt them!
Dear Friend
Swipe to read this next piece written by a follower. An open letter to those who have loved ones on an infertility journey from a friend who is still waitng to have kids