Preconception
TTC POAS BFN OMG WTF
A longtime reader is trying to conceive now and needs help finding an online community that doesn’t indulge in cutesy talk. Would love your thoughts.
Preconception
Secondary Infertility, Sadness & Jealousy
A mom experiencing secondary infertility asks how to deal with the conflicting feelings of jealousy and sadness she experiences when her mom friends get pregnant and she doesn’t.
Pregnancy
Freaking Out About Your Fertility
A big sister turns to us as her younger sister is frustrated while in the early days of trying-to-conceive. The wise, older sister has run out of fertility advice to give and looks to us.
Preconception
Pregnancy Fears: It’s Never Going to Happen
Welcome to a new, on-going series about the most common (and maybe some uncommon) fears we deal with regarding pregnancy. This is a safe space for some sympathy, comradery and friendly head pats with people who have Been There, Are There, or who are just plain scared about Going There. This first installment is about the fear of infertility.
Pregnancy
Goodbye, Hello
My mom has cancer and might not live much longer. Am I crazy for trying to get pregnant right now? We have some thoughts.
Pregnancy
The Ghost of Losses Past
When a past pregnancy loss has you too afraid to try again.
Pregnancy
The Green-Eyed Baby Shower Guest
When infertility and baby shower invites don’t mix.
Pregnancy
I’m Pregnant and She’s Not
My infertile coworker is about to undergo the last (of many, many) IVF cycles…and I just found out that I’m pregnant. Is there ANY good way to deliver the news?
Pregnancy
Conceiving After Cancer
A cancer survivor prepares for kicking infertility’s butt too.
Pregnancy
Natural Fertility Boosters
Can I fix ovulation problems without fertility drugs?
Preconception
Pre-Baby Bucket List
Enjoying your last year, months, or days of pre-baby freedom.
Pregnancy
Baby Spacing Blues
I want another baby, but my husband doesn’t.
Baby
When Pregnancy Announcements Attack
Telling your news to friends struggling with infertility or pregnancy loss.
Baby
The (Absolutely Petrified) Expectant Father
I want a baby…but my husband is scared of them!
Baby
How Do You Know You Are Ready For a Baby?
The practical vs. the sweet, ovary-exploding smell of fresh baby head.
Baby
How to Choose an OB/GYN
What questions to ask, alternatives to consider, and what to do if you chance your mind.
Preconception
The Every-Other-Month Cycle Blues
Is it normal to have irregular periods after stopping birth control? Also considering getting pregnant? Looking for advice? We have suggestions.
Preconception
Trying to Conceive: Irregular Periods After Birth Control
Oh Dear! Amy… I have a dilemma and I honestly have no one to turn to… I went on the pill when i was 17, switched to a different pill, and then a different… blaming weight gain and other things on the pill. Then I…
Baby
Can I handle taking care of a baby?
Because Babies Don’t Come With Nice Leather-Bound Dayplanners Hi there! I’ve been reading you at Amalah & here since the beginning of the school year (I even read the archives; I had a lot of time on my hands before the kids came back) and…
Preconception
Trying to Conceive: Infertility Before Age 30
Dearest Amalah, I’ve been reading Amalah and the Smackdown for quite a while now and I’m hoping that maybe you can help me. I’m pretty sure you can relate to what I’m about to say. For many, many years I swore that I just wasn’t…