Fertility Blogs
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...
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...
Pregnancy and Birth Preparation Blogs
For a selection of pregnancy and birth prep blogs visit this page - click here.
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...
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...
How to cope with miscarriage
Having experienced a miscarriage at 8 weeks following 3 years of infertility and 4 rounds of fertility treatment I want to share how to cope with miscarriage by sharing some of the techniques that I found indispensable to my well-being and happiness. My miscarriage....
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...
Hypnosis for pain management
This hypnosis for pain management MP3 is perfect for any situation in which you want to reduce physical sensations or numb an area of the body in advance of tests, scans etc. "Learning new techniques is very empowering. I especially enjoyed learning how to numb my...
The Embrace Fertility Method Starts 1st June
Let’s just say it, trying to get pregnant and not getting pregnant totally sucks. It completely messes with your head and your heart and your body and your work and your relationships No area of your life is left untouched. All you can think about is the fact that you...
Fertility and The Mind – The Truth
When you long to be a mother and your empty arms ache to hold your baby, it feels like there is a child-shaped hole in not only your life, your home and your body, but your soul. Once you have made the decision that you want to become a parent, you enter into a new...
Are you trying to get pregnant & sick of being told to just relax?
‘Just relax.’ ‘Stay positive.’ and the best one yet ‘Just don’t think about it.’ So many of us are given this ‘helpful advice’ when the fact is that unless someone has personally experienced wanting to start a family and then being denied this choice it is impossible...
Check out the Embrace Fertility Podcast
Check out the Embrace Fertility podcast on your fave player or via Anchor. Episodes include Coping and comfort in troubled times Musings on mothering yourself while trying for a baby Are you desperate for a baby? When was the last time you cried until your head hurt?...
Coping and Comfort in Troubled Times
In these very strange times I feel the need to send out some love and calmness in the face of all of the fear and worry. The above video will teach you very simple yet powerful techniques that you can use to bring comfort to both your mind and your body. Including...