Imagine this: You’re on a rollercoaster, with the ups and downs of your fertility journey twisting your emotions and testing your patience. You might feel like you have to do it all alone — quietly navigating appointments, tests, and the emotional tides without burdening others. But what if the secret to moving forward lies in asking for help and leaning into the support around you?

Recently, a heartfelt story caught my eye — a young graduate living with her mother-in-law in Italy while job hunting. She shared a surprising revelation: embracing family support softened her stress and gave her space to breathe and rebuild. In her words, “I love living with family, and I'm getting used to a slower pace of life.” This isn’t just about financial savings or convenience. It’s about permission — permission to accept help and honor your needs without shame.

Now, imagine transferring that lesson to your fertility path. Trying to conceive can be isolating, especially when so many feel pressure to do it