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How to start an in-person infertility group or ministry
Our intention with this blog post is to address some of the common obstacles women face when discerning whether to begin a group or thinking
thefruitfulhollow
Nov 9, 202212 min read
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Infertility audio-guided meditations on the Hallow app
We are excited to announce that a collection of infertility prayers and guided meditations by The Fruitful Hollow is now available to listen
thefruitfulhollow
Oct 13, 20222 min read
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Fruitful affirmations
Why use affirmations?
Affirmations are positive statements, phrases or sentences which can be repeated often to counteract negative thoughts
thefruitfulhollow
Sep 28, 20224 min read
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Ask the team: how do you deal with pregnancy announcements?
If receiving the news that a friend or family member is pregnant has been a particularly difficult part of your infertility journey, then...
thefruitfulhollow
Sep 21, 20227 min read
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RESOURCE: Preparing for Surgery
So you’ve made the important decision to go ahead with surgery! This resource includes the following sections:
Pages 1-2: What to ask your s
thefruitfulhollow
Aug 31, 20221 min read
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Back to school: time to pack your backpack!
The smell of freshly sharpened pencils, completely white sneakers, cute haircuts and junior high nerves is what comes to mind for me when...
Lauren Allen
Aug 17, 20224 min read
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Secondary infertility: your story
"I do find that there is a lot of guilt associated with my experience of secondary infertility. I feel guilty when talking with those..."
thefruitfulhollow
Aug 10, 202213 min read
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My week in Omaha: surgery at the Pope Paul VI Institute
If you deal with infertility, you live in the US and you use the Creighton method of NFP, there is a chance you may eventually pass...
Chelsea Voboril
Jul 20, 202210 min read
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How to memorialize your miscarried or stillborn baby
[Trigger warning: the first 2 paragraphs of this blog post include the story of one family’s miscarriages. If this is a sensitive topic...
Jennifer Nelson
Jul 13, 20228 min read
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Boundaries: building up your boundary muscles
This is part 3 of a 3-part series by Dana Nygaard, LPC. Before reading this blog post, we suggest you read part 1, Boundaries: why they...
Dana Nygaard, LPC
Jun 1, 20226 min read
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How to get involved in the pro-life movement
Recently, a draft majority opinion was leaked from within the Supreme Court of the United States, indicating that Roe v. Wade, the 1973...
Rachel Bush
May 25, 20224 min read
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Boundaries: violations, confrontations and unsolicited advice
This is part 2 of a 3-part series by Dana Nygaard, LPC. Before reading this blog post, we suggest you read part 1, Boundaries: why they...
Dana Nygaard, LPC
May 11, 20223 min read
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10 things you should know if you’re trying to conceive
If you and your spouse have recently decided to grow your family, congratulations! What an exciting time in your marriage! We know that...
thefruitfulhollow
Apr 27, 20229 min read
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RESOURCE: Spring Clean Your Life (spiritually, emotionally and physically)
There’s something about the early morning birdsong, the melting snow, the rising temperatures, blooming flowers and increased daylight...
Ellen H.
Apr 5, 20225 min read
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Infertility Stations of the Cross
We are honored to share this reflection on the Stations of the Cross through the lens of infertility. It is a collaborative effort of...
thefruitfulhollow
Mar 30, 202211 min read
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Boundaries: why they matter
If you are reading this blog post, the chances are you’re struggling with this very issue. Most people, like Olivia and William, find...
Dana Nygaard, LPC
Feb 23, 20224 min read
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Working through conflict to bear fruit in your marriage
...what about “marriage and conflict”? I haven’t heard a song that does the topic justice. We don’t see the fights between Prince Charming..
Sarah W.
Feb 9, 202210 min read
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Planning for a fruitful year ahead
As a woman who lives with infertility, bullet journaling has become a great creative outlet. It helps me stay organized but also gives me...
Elise Berger
Dec 30, 20213 min read
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RESOURCE: Preparing Your Heart For Social Gatherings
Social gatherings, whether around the holidays or any other time of the year, can often feel challenging to those struggling with...
Ellen H.
Nov 21, 20214 min read
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How to Confidently Comfort Couples Living with Infertility
Infertility is a growing problem in the United States; research studies show that 1 in 8 couples struggles for a year or more to get...
Dana Nygaard, LPC
Oct 27, 20219 min read
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