Category Archives: Miscarriage

Infertility, Me and The Great Sibling Debate

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Papa, Eden & Me

It’s been almost three years since we got our rainbow baby. Almost three years since we finally achieved what we had dreamed about for so long. Almost three years since we held our brand new baby in our arms – … Continue reading →

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Mind Your Own Uterus

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Papa, Eden & Me

It seems since even before Eden was born, people only have one question on their minds – “Are you going to have another?” Even before Eden entered the world, people were asking us this. Lately, it’s happening all the time. … Continue reading →

Posted in 2017, infertility, Miscarriage, parenting after infertility, pregnancy, pregnancy after infertility, pregnancy after loss, pregnancy loss | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 16 Comments

The Rainbow Connection

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Papa, Eden & Me

“Why are there so many songs about rainbows, and what’s on the other side? Rainbows are visions, but only illusions, and rainbows have nothing to hide.”  This week marks two years since one of the most devastating things that has … Continue reading →

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My Fertility Specialist Magazine and Our Fertility Story

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Papa, Eden & Me

I was asked to contribute an article for the free, online My Fertility Specialist magazine, and I’m delighted to let you know that you can now read my article as the latest issue is now available. If you don’t know … Continue reading →

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One Year On…

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Papa, Eden & Me

It’s been a year today since what was probably the worst day of mine and Amy’s lives so far.

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Getting That Big Fat Positive After Loss

Posted on June 14, 2015 by Papa, Eden & Me

(After our announcement, I wanted to share some posts that I wrote before we announced. So, the next few posts will be from my “drafts” folder)

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Isn’t Fate A Funny Thing?

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Papa, Eden & Me

Apologies for the silence on the blogosphere lately. I’ve been working twelve hour shift sall weekend, but thankfully now it’s three down and only five more to go – ever! +please note. This entry contains scenarios and descriptions that some … Continue reading →

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Dear Bagel Factory…

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Papa, Eden & Me

Today I went to buy lunch at the Bagel Factory in London Waterloo Station. I was greeted by a sign offering 30% discount to pregnant women. You can imagine the reaction this provoked. Here is the email I have sent … Continue reading →

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National Fertility Awareness Week 2014 – Our Story

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Papa, Eden & Me

This week is National Fertility Awareness Week. As someone who has dealt with infertility (as many have), I think it is so important that people think about and understand infertility a little bit. Understand how upsetting it can be. Stop … Continue reading →

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Cycle Day One – Return of the Witch

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Papa, Eden & Me

Today I got my first period since the miscarriage. We were quite excited as it was meant to show up yesterday, but this morning our excitement was dashed. Either way, we are not too gutted. I’m just glad I had … Continue reading →

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