Fertility Blogs
Sniffing and Injecting – Preparing for IVF / IUI / ICSI
Preparing for IVF / IUI / ICSI - Practically and Physically Having been through four rounds of fertility treatment and two laparoscopies I have compiled a list of resources for you. While this one touches on preparing mentally 'Preparing for IVF / IUI / ICSI -...
Donor Conception – The Emotional Journey
This is truly an amazing, inspiring and uplifting episode for everyone who is currently trying to conceive not just those who are considering donor conception. I’ve just spent a lovely hour in the company of my colleague and new friend Meta Getman talking all things...
Fertility Tribe Bundle
Check out Bundle offer now The Fertility Tribe Bundle is for you (yes, you) if... ✨You desperately want to be a mum, but you feel like the odds are stacked against you. ✨You are full of plans and dreams for what you want your life to look like; you are just missing...
What to do when your partner just doesn’t get it
This week's podcast is based as many of my episodes are on something which has happened in my own life and I then reflect on how I used mind-body tools or techniques to help the situation. What to do when your partner just doesn’t get it. This one starts off with a...
Three powerful ways to use journaling while trying to conceive
Let me start by saying journalling is just a fancy word to describe using a pen and paper to write things down as part of your own personal development. I have been journalling since I was eight years old! Writing plays a big part in how I express myself and get in...
6 ways to cope with jealousy while trying to conceive
Envy, a very human trait, but one we fight against, none more so than while trying to conceive. Every bump or baby we encounter can feel like a punch in the chest, winding us, causing us to stumble. When that bump (or baby) belongs to a close friend or family member...
Do I have to lose weight to get pregnant? Interview with expert Nicola Salmon.
Fertility Expert Interview Series Continuing our interviews with fertility experts. This week is Nicola Salmon, a fat-positive fertility coach and author of “Fat and Fertile” answering the question 'Do I have to lose weight to get pregnant?' Youtube video live now....
I’ll be happy when I’m pregnant vs What can I do to feel better right now?
Originally published in 2013 while I was TTC. I’ll be happy when I’m pregnant. I’ll see those two little lines and all the anxiety, worry and grief of the last few years will be lifted like a huge weight from my shoulders. I will heave a great sigh of relief and feel...
The 46th month is the charm!
Dreams do come true! Published 21st Dec 2014 At 19 I was diagnosed with endometriosis following excruciating periods, I was told extremely bluntly that having children may not be possible for me. 4 years ago this month I started trying to conceive and.....nothing......
Diving Deep into the Power of Fertility EFT
Fertility Expert Interview Series I have absolutely loved recording these fertility expert interviews and we are finishing the year strong with my friend and colleague the wonderful Sarah Holland the Fertile Mindset® Coach. Sarah will forever hold a very special place...
How to stop the Infertility Grinch from Stealing Christmas
‘I long to experience the excitement of the family going to buy the tree and decorating it to the sound of cheesy Christmas classics. This year we’ve decided to go away. Somewhere hot. Somewhere we’re not reminded of the family we haven’t got.’ Jessica Hepburn I had...
Pregnancy and Birth Preparation Blogs
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Fertility Yoga and Intuitive Movement to build Resilience and Self-compassion
Fertility Expert Interview Series This week is with Simone L'Abbé Fertility Coach and Yoga Teacher and we are talking about Fertility Yoga and Intuitive Movement to build Resilience and Self-compassion. Youtube video now ready. You can also listen now over on the...
Can stress stop you from getting pregnant and cause infertility?
Infertility and Stress We all know infertility is stressful but can stress stop you from getting pregnant? Two years into trying to conceive, after our first treatment cycle fail I was suffering from Anxiety Depression Insomnia IBS and Panic attacks. I knew that the...
EFT Tapping for Coping with Infertility and Enhancing Fertility
Are you feeling overwhelmed by infertility or IVF? Are you suffering from stress, panic attacks or repetitive negative thinking? Would you like to learn a simple technique that can relieve the above? EFT for Coping with Infertility and Enhancing Fertility EFT tapping...
How your thoughts impact your fertility journey – Interview with Kezia Ashley Okafor
Fertility Expert Interview Series Every week for the next month I will be bringing you fantastic interviews with fertility experts. This week is Kezia Ashley Okafor The Infertility Counsellor and we are talking about fertility mindset. Youtube video now ready. You can...
Energetic blocks, Reiki and healing while trying to conceive and following miscarriage
Fertility Expert Interview Series Every week for the next month I will be bringing you fantastic interviews with fertility experts. This week is Jenni June and we are talking about healing after loss: You can also listen over on the Embrace Fertility Podcast. Search...
How to improve your sleep in just 15 minutes!
We all know that lack of sleep is hugely detrimental, not just to our health but to our quality of life. Not getting enough sleep can impact our metabolism and hormones which then has a knock-on effect to our moods, weight gain, memory and can lead to serious health...
The importance of emotional support while going through infertility or IVF
New Interview Series In our next installment of the Embrace Fertility expert interviews I chat with fertility coach Kristin Dillensnyder @ttc_kiki about the importance of emotional support while going through infertility or IVF. In this interview In this interview...
How a mind body spirit approach to fertility can dramatically improve your chances of success
New Interview Series Every month I will be bringing you interviews with the top fertility experts. Here is the fantastic chat I had with the inspirational Sarah Clark of @fabfertile talking about how incorporating mind body spirit into your fertility journey can...
Fertility Massage and Womb Connection
New Interview Series Every month I will be bringing you fantastic interviews with the top fertility experts. We start the series with this inspiring and informative chat with Leora Leboff of Aura Mama talking about all things womb. In this interview Leora shares: How...
IVFBabble Free Online Event
A free online fertility expo launches this weekend giving free access to leading experts. Here's my stand for the IVFBabble online expo. Live event this weekend. Come and say hi. A note from Tracey and Sara the founders of IVFBabble: "We are very excited to have...
It’s all happening over on Insta
It’s been quiet here on the blog front but I’ve been sharing a huge amount of content on Instagram and Facebook including videos on IGTV. Come and follow me on social media and say hi. Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Insta is my fave hangout. First time visiting...
Visualisations and affirmations for pregnancy
I've talked in the past about how some fertility programs/practitioners promise that if you visualise yourself pregnant, chant affirmations daily and really really believe then you will get your baby! I tried this approach while trying to conceive and ended up going...
Are you willing to love your future child unconditionally?
Imagine your future, your child has made a mistake. They have not lived up to your expectations. You are disappointed, upset and angry. How do you react? Do you shout? Do you tell them just how awful they have been? Do you sit them down and list every bad thing about...