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Infertility Children’s Books
Studies have shown the importance of early learning and understanding for children surrounding their conception. Here is a guide of Infertility Children's Books, categorized by: General Infertility IVF Egg Donation Single Parent by Choice Click on the book images to learn more/order your copy. If you are unsure where to start and would like to talk with others, consider joining one of our support groups. Check them out HERE. The Hopeful Mama Foundation is supported by its audience and donors. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission that will be used to propel
Infertility Support: Sip & Shop for Hope Event
Hopeful Mama Foundation held its first fundraising event for infertility support, 'Sip & Shop for Hope,' on Sunday, August 27, from 10 am to 1 pm at Stillwater Coffee Co. The gathering brought together local vendors and patrons for a delightful morning of shopping, coffee drinking, and supporting a great cause. The event saw a heartwarming turnout of patrons who embraced the spirit of giving while enjoying a variety of handpicked shopping vendors offering an array of products. From handmade jewelry and home fragrance to fresh picked bouquets and clean beauty products, there was truly something for everyone. “[This was]
Four Practices to Reduce Fear During Infertility
In October 2020, I experienced my first pregnancy loss at 10 weeks; just four months after my mom passed away from brain cancer. Over the next two years, I went through various fertility work ups and treatments, including endometriosis surgery, IVF, and had three more losses. To say that I have anxiety during my current pregnancy is an understatement. However, I have found four practices to reduce fear during infertility that I want to share with you. Loss has made me stronger, but it has also given me some bad habits, especially in patterns of thinking. When our minds are
8 STRATEGIES TO MANAGE INFERTILITY STRESS
Research has shown that the physiological symptoms experienced by those going through infertility are similar to those who are experiencing other serious medical conditions, including cancer. If it feels like you are in the hardest season of your life, it's because you are. The trauma of not being able to have children is very real and valid. So, we have compiled a list of 8 strategies to help you manage infertility stress. The Hopeful Mama Foundation is here to support you on your infertility journey. Whether you are looking for emotional support in-person or virtually, we have both available to
Words of Encouragement during Infertility
Do you have a friend or family member struggling with infertility that you want to encourage? Or maybe you're here because you need words of encouragement during infertility? With the newest statistics showing infertility affecting 1 in 4 women and miscarriages occurring in 1 of 3 pregnancies, the likelihood of someone close to you impacted by infertility is high. We've been there...not sure what to say to encourage someone we love that is in the midst of all that infertility brings. However, as we have walked through our own infertility journeys, we have found words of comfort and encouragement that we
Hopeful Mama Foundation Launch
The Hopeful Mama Foundation launches Instagram and website, April 25th, during National Infertility Awareness Week. The Hopeful Mama Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, founded in Iowa, committed to supporting women through their infertility journey. Hopeful Mama will assist women who need fertility treatments because of unexplained infertility, secondary infertility, and other medical diagnoses, such as premature ovarian failure. The foundation will assist women through offering financial support, educational resources, and infertility support groups. Hopeful Mama will provide women who reside within the United States fertility financial support through donor grants and services because they cannot afford the high cost
Hold on to Hope: Partnership with Storied Folk & Co.
The seasons of infertility we battle can be long. We may feel as if we are stuck in one season longer than others and it can be discouraging and lonely. Are you in a lonely season today? Seasons of Infertility You may feel as if no one truly sees the pain and heartbreak you experience day in and day out. Perhaps one of the seasons below is where you find yourself today, battling. They won’t see the countless negative pregnancy tests. They won’t see the silent tears shed. They won’t see the numerous doctors visits. They don’t see the devastation
Custom Fertility Jewelry: Partnership with Revive Jewelry
Infertility is such a unique journey for each of us. Yes, we share some similarities, between medications, appointments, and testing, but the twists and turns of each story are all so different. Our beginnings and endings are unique to us as well. Whether you’ve just started on your fertility journey or you’ve been on this road for some time, Revive Jewelry now offers a customization fertility line that is individualized to your personal experience and helps raise support for the mission of Hopeful Mama Foundation. Revive Jewelry: Charitable Jewelry Nikki Zazzali, founder of Revive Jewelry, is also the designer behind
