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Fostering Hope Calligraphy Event
Hopeful Mama Foundation in collaboration with Lovely Little Light recently held, "Fostering Hope," a coping calligraphy workshop hosted by Goldfinch in Marion, IA. During that afternoon, women came together to learn a new skill while having the opportunity to truly slow down and create new connections. The event saw a heartwarming turnout of women who had the opportunity to learn the basics of calligraphy from Ana, the owner of Lovely Little Light. Learn a little more about her: Hi, I am Ana: a full-time teacher and business owner. "If you’re familiar with my business, then you know my love for lettering +
Sleep and Fertility
How’d you sleep? It seems like an easy breezy question, but often has a complicated answer. I know for my husband and I, this is a hot topic in the morning. “Well, it took a while to fall asleep, but then I was good.” “I tossed and turned a lot. Weird dreams.” “Like a rock… I think?” Sleep isn’t only important for fertility, but for overall healthy living and longevity. If you can work towards healthy sleep, many other things will fall in line, fertility included. The Hopeful Mama Foundation is supported by its audience and donors. When you purchase
How to Cope with the Pressure of Not Having Children Yet
Sometimes, the biggest pressure we feel when trying to conceive is through various social media outlets. We can easily be triggered by a complete stranger posting how easily they got pregnant. And, it isn't always just the announcement that can be triggering. It is the gender reveals, asking what to put on registries, baby showers, nursery sneak peaks, birth announcements, milestone pictures, etc. It is everything that encompasses the birth of a newborn baby. So, how do we cope with the pressure of not having children yet? We will share 5 ways to help navigate the journey of not yet
Giving Tuesday Supports Infertility
As we prepare for Giving Tuesday on November 28, we would be honored to have you join us in our mission to help Giving Tuesday Support Infertility. Read more below how you can make a difference this Giving Tuesday and what awesome donated Give-Back Baskets we have to give away to say THANK YOU for your support!
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]
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
UNEXPLAINED INFERTILITY: LOOKING FOR THE WHY
"I’ve never prayed for doctors to tell me something was wrong, until they told me we had unexplained infertility." When we started our journey to become parents, we had no success even when we did everything by the book: ran the tests tubes tested and cleared took the medications attempted IUI 4 times (intrauterine insemination) We decided to move our care from our OB/GYN clinic to an infertility clinic, due to our doctor believing I had endometriosis. Once we established care at the new clinic, surgery was scheduled. I felt relief to a point; surgery proved I had endometriosis, but
INFERTILITY AND YOUR PELVIC FLOOR
What have you heard about your pelvic floor? Did you know your pelvic floor plays a role in your infertility journey? (If you are looking for the Printable PDF Version, find it HERE) Have you’ve been told to “just do kegels” or that painful intercourse or urinary leakage are issues that you just have to deal with? Skip that advice and read this guide instead! Your pelvic floor does so many things for you. Learning more about it can be incredibly helpful as a part of your fertility journey. One thing that still amazes me, is how many people do
Infertility Support Group: The Life Preserver I Needed
"I was convinced that my new clinic would have the answers we longed for and bring our baby to us." After my second miscarriage in March 2021, I started seeing a reproductive endocrinologist (RE). Over the following year, I saw three other REs and two OB-GYN physicians and received conflicting diagnoses of recurrent pregnancy loss, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's Disease, diminished ovarian reserve, and endometriosis. I underwent numerous tests and procedures, went on and off various prescriptions, had weekly blood draws, took all kinds of supplements, and experimented with different dietary regimens. In January of 2022, I finally got the go-ahead to
