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Musings of a Modern Mom

Deciding to have a child alone has been a wild ride. If you’re looking for help making this choice, check out the craziness I’ve already dealt with so you can hopefully avoid it. Just a reminder, I’m not a medical professional or offering medical advice, I’m merely sharing my experience trying to become a mom. So let’s share insights and information so that no solo mom ever has to wonder, “How do I do this?”

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IVF embryo transfer process

After all the blood, sweat, and tears of IVF, what happens when it’s time for the actual embryo transfer? Check out what to expect from the process when you’re ready to get pregnant.

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IVF egg retrieval process

When you reach the end of your IVF cycle, it’s time to retrieve those eggs. What should you expect when you go in to harvest your eggs and how should you handle aftercare?

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Let’s talk about IVF needles

If you’re going to have IVF you need to get used to needles. A lot of them. Every. Day. So I’ll share what my regime looked like and how my experience with self injection went.

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Choosing to start IVF

Deciding to start IVF is not a small or easy choice. Once you make it, however, where do you start and what should you expect?

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Trying IUI for the first time

Heading into the clinic for a first IUI try, what should you expect? I cover the process and steps you’ll go through when you arrive.

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What is IUI?

The first step of your fertility journey will probably be learning about IUI. What is it and why is it the least invasive option to begin with?

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Tips for choosing a donor

What do you need to know when it’s time to pick your donor? From where to look, to what traits you need to be aware of, let’s break down the process of choosing donor vials.

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Dealing with judgment

Being a single mom alone is hard enough. How do you deal with prying questions of people who think you’re making a mistake?

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Figuring out where to start

Where should you start when you want to become a single mom by choice? Learn what your GP can do for you and what to consider when choosing a fertility clinic.

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Start your journey

If you’re ready to make a decision, check out our resource page with helpful tips on where to start

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