Building a Family
The Holiday Season’s Biggest Grinch: Infertility
The holidays can be the happiest time of the year… or the saddest. According to the National Institutes of Health, there is a high incidence of depression during December’s holiday season. Hospitals report an increase in the number of suicides or attempted suicides during this time of year. Mental health professionals report a significant increase…
Read MoreHaving a guide can make the journey so much better.
This summer I took a hike with a guide in the Grand Canyon. I wanted to go on a guided hike because I thought I could learn about the Canyon. Much like having a guide in a museum, I thought having a Grand Canyon guide would help me understand things about the beauty and creation…
Read MoreChoosing Non Genetic Parenthood
So, you want to find a donor or birthparent who possesses qualities you see in yourself, or perhaps even better? That makes sense. Angelina Jolie adopted her first child, but most people choose to have genetically related children first. It’s natural to want children who are connected to us, and the people we love. If…
Read MoreWhen you’re trying to conceive, what can you do to help the process along?
Struggling to build your family can be one of the most distressing experiences a person can face. Infertility treatment can take a toll on your schedule, wallet, and spirit. In most situations in life, when facing a challenge, many of us work harder and focus more in order to achieve our objective. When undergoing fertility…
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