As a Black mom, I know firsthand how important it is to choose the right provider for prenatal care and reproductive services. In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, I want to share why this decision is crucial and break down the various options available to Black women. Why it’s Important for Black Women to […] Read more…
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Why Some Black Women Choose Medical Tourism for Prenatal Care and Reproductive Health
I know that I typically write about the fun and exciting aspects of exploring new destinations and experiencing different cultures. However, in light of Black Maternal Health Week, I wanted to take a different spin on travel topics and explore the importance of medical tourism for Black women seeking maternal and reproductive care. Black women […] Read more…
Coping With Secondary Infertility
As someone who has dealt with this, I want to talk to you about a topic that is not often discussed enough: secondary infertility. Secondary infertility is defined as the inability to conceive or carry a pregnancy to term after previously giving birth to a child. This experience can be incredibly challenging and psychologically traumatic […] Read more…
Why Couples Going Through Fertility Treatments Should Take a Vacation
Couples who are going through fertility treatments and infertility are under a tremendous amount of stress. The constant appointments, medication schedules, and emotional ups and downs can take a toll on their mental and physical health. Taking a vacation can provide a much-needed break and help couples relax and reconnect. As someone who has gone […] Read more…
Will the Roe v Wade Decision Affect My Frozen Embryos?
Having gone through IVF, I currently have 10 embryos in storage. Although I live in New York State where the overturning of Roe doesn’t affect residents, it’s important for me as someone who has gone through IVF and has embryos in storage to shed light on what this decision means for couples with frozen embryos […] Read more…