It’s OK to Say No
Here’s a message for Chol Hamoed but also all the time: Go easy on yourself. Just because you CAN, doesn’t mean you HAVE to. It’s ok to say no.
Sukkot Reflections
Swipe to read this beautiful voice from the community about the profound impact of this community and how the sukkot holiday has impacted this follower.
You Don’t Have To Be Thankful
Reminder: Just because this is the season of giving thanks, doesn’t mean that you have to be thankful. We just want to remind you that it's okay if you are not thankful for anything this year.
Responding To Invasive Questions
How To Respond To Invasive Questions.Swipe to read some ways you can respond when Bubby asks you “Nu… when are you going to give me a great-grandchild? You aren’t getting any younger!”
Surviving Thanksgiving
How To Survive Thanksgiving. The reality is that you can’t control others. What you can control is how you approach the situation and how you protect yourself.
Chanukah: Light & Darkness
Thank you @theoutbackmama for these beautiful words about light, Chanukah, and loss. In memory of her son Matisyahu Maccabee born sleeping on the first Chanukah light 2021.
You Will Get Through This
No one thought there could possibly be a pure jug of oil left after the Greeks defiled the Temple. But there was. Here’s to surviving really hard things. Happy Chanukah.
Chanukah Emotions
Swipe to read this beautiful voice from the community about the profound impact of this community and how the sukkot holiday has impacted this follower.
Share Light on Chanukah
We know that this time of year, and Chanukah, is especially hard for the infertility and loss community. We strive to spread sensitivity, inclusivity, and kindness in this community and in the world.
Chanukah is Hard
We hear you. Chanukah is hard. You are not alone if you feel this way. We compiled your responses to how you are feeling about Chanukah approaching.
Chanukah: Light And Dark
As we enter into the holiday of Chanukah, the holiday of light, let's acknowledge that there is still darkness. Light and dark can coexist. They both have their place in our lives.
Holidays are HARD
We asked the IWSTHAB community- which holiday is the hardest? We are totally unsurprised by these results…because when life is hard, ALL HOLIDAYS can be harder.
Secondary Infertility Simchas Torah Edition
Simchas Torah is one of the hardest holidays to manage. For families experiencing secondary infertility there can be a pressure to push away your own pain and emotions for the sake of your children.
Why Purim is So Hard
Purim is so hard even though it’s not a majot holiday! We hear you and we agree! Purim is super hard when you are going through infertility. Here are just some of the reasons why…
“The Mask” by Anonymous
This voice from the community is the heartbreakingly perfect example of the “mask” we put on when going through infertility. Putting on a brave face to hide that we feel like the world is falling apart around us.
8 Types of Masks People Wear on Purim
Eight Types of Masks People Wear on Purim: thick-skinned, conforming, perfection, normal, confident, pious, I-Like-You, successful
Purim’s Four Steps to Happiness
Tap through to read about the 4 mitzvot of Purim, the meaning behind them and some practical tips about to make the holiday of Purim easier for anyone in this community.
Purim Reminder: Don’t Comment On Anyone’s Drinking Habits
We wish this didn’t need to be said, but please don’t comment on whether people are drinking or not this Purim… sigh.
Masks on Purim
Sending our love to all you this Purim…we are always here for you ❤️❤️❤️
Purim Pregnancy Announcements
To all of you out there who are carrying or holding your rainbows, we see you. And we know that you will never forget the journey that broke your heart into a million pieces.