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RESOURCE: Discernment as a couple
Discerning next steps can be challenging enough on your own, but discerning as a married couple is sometimes even harder. When it comes to..
Ellen H.
Mar 185 min read
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RESOURCE: Support in singleness
Knowing you may be dealing with an infertility diagnosis before entering marriage can sometimes feel like an intimidating journey...
Ellen H.
Oct 30, 20244 min read
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Holding space for the joy that infertility stole
I wrote out my entire personal journey in a memoir I published several years ago called “Twelve Stripes Deep: How Infertility & Other ...
Mary Bruno
Sep 25, 20244 min read
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Shiloh IVF Ministry: a first-of-its-kind outreach for IVF healing
Shiloh IVF Ministry has formed as a new ministry, uniquely set up to accompany and serve women, men and couples who are struggling with heal
Shiloh IVF Ministry
Aug 15, 20243 min read
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Aimee’s IVF story
Successful, in the sense that four beautiful human lives were created. Unsuccessful in the sense that no babies were born.
Aimee Arnold
Aug 7, 202410 min read
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RESOURCE: Dive right in!
When we find ourselves in any of these 3 places, it is important to first identify it, give yourself a little grace and understanding… then
Ellen H.
Jul 17, 20243 min read
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Choosing a method of Natural Family Planning
If you’re new to NFP, it can be confusing to hear mention of different methods, and often we only hear about whichever one is promoted in...
thefruitfulhollow
Apr 17, 202417 min read
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Infertility after sexual abuse
Trigger warning: This blog addresses sexual abuse.
Lauren G.
Apr 10, 20247 min read
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RESOURCE: Spouse Support Cheat Sheet
Helping your spouse help you!
Infertility can be full of stressful situations: your monthly cycle, medical appointments, pregnancies of...
Ellen H.
Apr 3, 20242 min read
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The gift-giver’s guide to care packages
We are Frances and Clare, two sisters and best friends, and care packages are our love language! Frances carries the cross of infertility an
thefruitfulhollow
Feb 7, 20246 min read
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RESOURCE: Communicating and sharing the mental load
It is important to keep honest and open communication with your spouse and other loved ones to let them know when we feel overstretched and
Ellen H.
Nov 15, 20233 min read
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Is it getting hot in here? Let’s talk about sex!
We believe that sex needs to be talked about more in the Catholic Church so that fewer couples feel alone on their journey. To open up...
thefruitfulhollow
Jul 5, 202313 min read
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RESOURCE: Processing Infertility Grief
Walking the path of infertility is an experience of life not following the path we have hoped and planned for. This deviation from our...
Dominique Tomaino
Jun 21, 20233 min read
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RESOURCE: Levels of Self-Care
Sometimes, tough seasons can go on indefinitely, and the levels of support you need may vary depending on the day. During your infertility..
Ellen H.
Jun 14, 20233 min read
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Praying the Holy Spirit novena
The nine days of prayer is considered to be the first novena, which took place in the time period between the Ascension and Pentecost.
Brittany Wahhab
May 17, 20233 min read
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Help! I want to support someone I love on their infertility journey
Perhaps your sister, daughter or friend has shared with you that she and her husband are going through infertility and you want to know...
thefruitfulhollow
Apr 22, 20234 min read
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Spring comes slowly: grieving, healing and growing new dreams
The dead blooms of last year clung right beside the new buds which brimmed with possibility for the spring ahead. I did not see the roses...
Ellen H.
Apr 12, 20235 min read
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Visio divina: praying with art through the crucifixion
As we begin Lent, I find myself being led to this moving icon of Christ by one favorite Dominican, Blessed Fra Angelico. Art has always...
Katie Woltornist
Mar 1, 20233 min read
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RESOURCE: Discerning the next best step
When you know it is time for a change “I can’t do this any longer!” “I feel like I’m hitting my head against a brick wall.” “We just keep...
Ellen H.
Feb 8, 20236 min read
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RESOURCE: Thriving in the holiday season (even if you don’t feel like celebrating)
Holidays can be a challenging time for many of us. Bright lights, festive decorations and joyous celebrations can feel like a harsh ...
Ellen H.
Nov 15, 20224 min read
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