The Hopeful Mommy is here to help you navigate the highs and lows of infertility and pregnancy. Discover empowering insights, helpful tips, and heartwarming stories. You're not alone!
EKK, you just peed on a stick and waited the 3 minutes (feels like 3 hours) and you got the 2 lines, the smiley face, the words flat out said, PREGNANT! CONGRATULATIONS! This is such a monumental time for you and your growing family and with that comes a lot of changes. The first changes […]
UGGGG…. the holiday’s are here and here comes all the joy and cheer. I wasn’t always this way around the holidays. I used to love the Christmas lights and music, family and friends getting together and playing games (plus all the yummy food) and I even used to get excited for all the Christmas cards […]
From conception to nursing, each step is marked by decisions that are going to shape the health and well-being of both you and your child. Between the overload of advice on what to eat and what to avoid, the one fruit that often finds itself at the center of debate is the tropical and tantalizing […]
Worried that you need to stop saying certain things to women struggling with fertility? Well the first step is to get a brief insight on what infertility is. If you aren’t struggling with your fertility, chances are, you don’t know a whole lot about it and you sure don’t understand what it’s like to have […]
Affirmations are powerful, positive statements that are used to challenge and overcome self-sabotaging and negative thoughts (why do I feel like this definition is pointing fingers directly at me?). These short, encouraging phrases are designed to shift your mindset, boost your self-esteem, and gain a more optimistic outlook on your fertility journey and frankly life […]
You know the old saying, “you are what you eat,” well that sorta takes on a whole new meaning when you are pregnant. We all know the main don’ts of pregnancy food and drinks: No Alcohol. No Sushi. (Break my heart why don’t you). Then, all the foods we should avoid are all over the […]
PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome) PCOS is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of women worldwide. Understanding the basics of PCOS is the first step toward empowerment and effective management of the condition. We will unravel the fundamentals of PCOS, shedding light on what Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is, common symptoms, how it can […]
My guess is you are either pregnant or being proactive 🙂 either way, I’m so glad you found your way here. I had a blast writing this because I learned so much. Pregnancy is a magical and a transformative journey (physically and mentally), filled with excitement, anticipation, and an overwhelming amount of questions and concerns. Amidst […]
The two week wait aka TWW is here and what now? You probably just had your embryo transfer, timed intercourse, or maybe, like my husband and I, IUI (Intrauterine Insemination). Regardless how you got here, CONGRATULATIONS! This is a big deal! The TWW can be emotionally draining and nerve wracking waiting to do your blood […]
When you walk into your first appointment with a fertility doctor, you take a step toward a pivotal moment on your path to becoming a mommy. It’s an appointment that’s not just about your medical history and clinical evaluations; it’s also about your personal journey, dreams, and aspirations. Your fertility doctor will take you through […]
