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Infertility has a way of reshaping you in ways you never asked for. You learn how to hold your breath in waiting rooms, ...
12/26/2025

Infertility has a way of reshaping you in ways you never asked for. You learn how to hold your breath in waiting rooms, how to carry heartbreak while still showing up for work, birthdays, and baby showers. You learn what it means to sit with your own pain without a quick fix — to let the sadness, anger, and envy be there without judging yourself for feeling them.

Over time, that deep, unwanted pain can grow into a different kind of empathy. You start hearing the tremor in someone else’s voice. You notice when a friend goes quiet during certain conversations. You become the person who can say, “You don’t have to be okay for me,” and mean it. That tenderness is hard-won, and it’s part of the strength you’re building in this season.

Being gentle with others is powerful — but being gentle with yourself is just as important. You’re allowed to move slowly, to need support, to take breaks from trying, and to grieve what hasn’t happened yet. You don’t have to earn rest, care, or compassion. Existing in this story is enough. 💛

💬 If you’re ready for a safe space to share your story — and to receive whole-body support for both your fertility and your emotional wellbeing — you can book a FREE Discovery Call here:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

Infertility can feel so consuming that it’s hard to remember who you were before appointments, injections, blood tests, ...
12/25/2025

Infertility can feel so consuming that it’s hard to remember who you were before appointments, injections, blood tests, losses, and two-week waits. It can feel like your whole identity has been reduced to cycles, lab numbers, and outcomes you can’t fully control.

If that’s where you are, I’m so sorry. 💛
But please remember: this is a chapter in your life, not the title of your story.

You are still the person who loves deeply, laughs loudly, shows up for others, and carries quiet strengths the world can’t see. You are still a friend, partner, daughter, professional, creator, dreamer. Infertility is something you’re moving through — it is not all that you are.

You’re allowed to:

take breaks from trying and still be hopeful

have days where grief feels heavier than gratitude

make choices that protect your mental health, even if others don’t understand

hold space for other dreams alongside the dream of a baby

Your story is being written in the way you care for yourself during this season, in the compassion you offer others, and in the courage it takes to keep going when your heart is tired. One day, this chapter will sit alongside many others — not erased, but integrated into a bigger, richer story of who you are.

💬 If you’d like a safe, compassionate space to process your journey and explore your next steps with whole-body support, you can book a FREE Discovery Call here:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

“Be gentle. Everyone’s fertility journey is different.” 🌿It’s so easy to look around and compare — to friends who “weren...
12/24/2025

“Be gentle. Everyone’s fertility journey is different.” 🌿

It’s so easy to look around and compare — to friends who “weren’t even trying,” to timelines you thought you’d be on by now, to stories that seem so much more straightforward than yours. When month after month doesn’t go the way you hoped, it’s natural to start turning that frustration inward and asking, “What’s wrong with me?”

But your journey is shaped by your body, your history, your relationships, and your nervous system. It will never look exactly like anyone else’s — and it’s not supposed to.

You’re allowed to:
• move slower than others think you “should”
• need more support, more information, or more time
• make decisions that honour your health, values, and limits
• change your mind, pause, or choose a different path altogether

Gentleness isn’t giving up; it’s choosing not to wage war on yourself while you walk through something incredibly hard. You are doing the best you can with what you know right now — and that is enough for today. 💛

💬 If you’d like compassionate, personalised support on your unique fertility journey — medically informed and emotionally grounded — you can book a FREE Discovery Call here:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

Trying again is such a simple phrase for something that costs you so much. 🌿If you’re on a fertility or hormone journey,...
12/23/2025

Trying again is such a simple phrase for something that costs you so much. 🌿

If you’re on a fertility or hormone journey, “trying again” isn’t just another month on the calendar. It’s opening your heart after disappointment. It’s timing intimacy when you’re tired. It’s going back for another blood test, another scan, another consult when part of you wants to protect yourself from more news.

You might feel like you “should” be stronger by now, or that you “shouldn’t” be this affected. But the truth is: every time you choose to hope again, adjust the plan, or even just get up and face a new day, you are being deeply courageous.

Courage doesn’t mean you’re not scared.
Courage means you’re scared, heart-sore, uncertain — and you still take the next gentle step.

Whether your next step is another cycle, a new treatment, seeking a second opinion, or even taking a much-needed break, it’s valid. You’re allowed to move at your own pace. You’re allowed to honour both your hope and your limits. 💛

You don’t have to keep “trying again” alone or without support. Having someone walk beside you, make sense of the medical pieces, and hold space for the emotional ones can make this road feel far less heavy.

💬 If you’d like compassionate, whole-body support on your fertility journey — medically informed and emotionally grounded — you can book a FREE Discovery Call here:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

💬 “Stories of resilience through infertility.” 🌿Behind every fertility journey is a story most people never fully see — ...
12/22/2025

💬 “Stories of resilience through infertility.” 🌿

Behind every fertility journey is a story most people never fully see — the quiet courage it takes to keep showing up after disappointment, the way you rebuild yourself after loss, the strength it takes just to hold both hope and realism in the same heart.

Resilience in infertility isn’t about staying positive all the time. It looks more like:

getting out of bed on the days when grief feels heavy

going to another appointment even when you’re scared of the results

letting yourself cry in the car, then walk into work and carry on

choosing to try again… or choosing to pause… or choosing a different path entirely

Your story might not look like anyone else’s, but that doesn’t make it less worthy or less brave. Whether you’re in the thick of treatment, recovering from loss, navigating PCOS or other diagnoses, or wondering what your next step should be — your resilience is not measured by your outcome. It’s woven into every moment you keep going, even when your heart is tired. 💛

You don’t have to carry your story alone, and you don’t have to minimise how hard it’s been just because others “have it worse.” What you’ve lived through matters. You matter.

💬 If you’d like a safe, compassionate space to process your journey and explore your options with whole-body support, you can book a FREE Discovery Call here:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

💬 Your brain and ovaries are constantly “talking” to each other through hormones — and stress is one of the loudest voic...
12/21/2025

💬 Your brain and ovaries are constantly “talking” to each other through hormones — and stress is one of the loudest voices in that conversation. 🌿

If you’ve ever had a month where your period is “late,” tests are negative, and your mind is spiralling… it might not mean something is wrong with you. Sometimes it means ovulation was delayed, so your whole cycle shifted. And one of the biggest reasons that can happen? Stress.

Not just “I had a busy day” stress, but the deep, ongoing kind:

fertility worries

work pressure or financial stress

caring for others while ignoring your own needs

medical appointments, results, and waiting

carrying grief, anxiety, or burnout in silence

Your body doesn’t know the difference between emotional stress and physical danger — it just knows things don’t feel safe. And when that happens, your brain may briefly “pause” ovulation to protect you. That’s not your body failing you; it’s your body trying (in a clumsy way) to keep you safe.

You deserve to know this so you can replace self-blame with understanding:
✨ A delayed period doesn’t mean your body is broken.
✨ You’re not “crazy” for feeling hopeful and then confused when your cycle drags on.
✨ Caring for your nervous system is fertility care, too — not an optional extra.

Support can look like:
• small daily practices that help your body feel calmer (breathwork, gentle movement, journaling, therapy, boundaries)
• learning how to track ovulation in a way that feels grounding, not obsessive
• getting proper evaluation for irregular cycles so you’re not left guessing
• having someone in your corner who understands how hormones, stress, and emotions all connect

You’re allowed to seek help before you hit breaking point. Your peace of mind matters just as much as your pregnancy tests. 💛

💬 If you’d like compassionate, whole-body support for your cycles, hormones, and fertility — including the stress and anxiety that come with it — you can book a FREE Discovery Call to explore personalised care:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

💬 “Some of the strongest women are the ones who continue to hope, even when every month breaks their heart.” 🌿If you’re ...
12/20/2025

💬 “Some of the strongest women are the ones who continue to hope, even when every month breaks their heart.” 🌿

If you’re in that place right now — counting days, tracking symptoms, testing early, then facing another negative — I’m so sorry. The world doesn’t see the quiet rituals of hope you repeat month after month: the vitamins, the early nights, the appointments, the careful timing… and then the grief that arrives right on schedule.

Strength doesn’t always look like optimism and big smiles.
Sometimes strength is:

getting out of bed after crying in the bathroom

going to work while your heart feels heavy

showing up to baby showers with a lump in your throat

letting yourself hope again, even when it scares you

If you’re tired of being strong, that doesn’t mean you’re weak — it means this has been hard for a long time. You’re allowed to feel angry, numb, hopeful, resentful, grateful, all in the same week (or even the same hour). Your emotions make sense in the story you’re living. 💛

You don’t have to carry this alone or keep guessing what your next step should be. Having support, a clear plan, and someone who truly understands can soften the load you’ve been holding by yourself.

💬 If you’d like a safe, compassionate space to talk about your fertility journey — and explore personalised, whole-body support — you can book a FREE Discovery Call here:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

Most people only hear about PCOS when it comes to “wonky periods” or difficulty getting pregnant — but you know it’s so ...
12/19/2025

Most people only hear about PCOS when it comes to “wonky periods” or difficulty getting pregnant — but you know it’s so much more than that. PCOS can affect your energy, weight, sleep, mood, skin, hair, blood sugar, and confidence all at the same time. That’s a lot for one person to carry, especially when the world keeps treating it like “just a period issue.”

If you’ve ever felt confused by your symptoms or blamed yourself for not being able to “fix it” with willpower alone, please hear this: you’re not imagining it, and you’re not failing. PCOS is a whole-body hormonal and metabolic condition. That means it deserves whole-body care — not quick comments like “just lose weight” or “just go on the pill.” You deserve explanations that make sense, a plan tailored to your body, and support for your emotional wellbeing as much as your lab results.

With the right information and compassionate support, it is possible to feel more steady in your mood, more stable in your energy, and more hopeful about your cycles and fertility. Small, realistic changes — combined with proper medical care — can make a real difference over time. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. 💛

💬 If you’d like personalised, whole-body support for PCOS — blending medical insight with gentle lifestyle and emotional support — you can book a FREE Discovery Call here:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

💬 “Mental health during pregnancy is real & important.” 🌿Pregnancy is so often painted as a season of pure excitement an...
12/18/2025

💬 “Mental health during pregnancy is real & important.” 🌿

Pregnancy is so often painted as a season of pure excitement and glowing happiness… but for many people, it’s a lot more complicated than that. You can be grateful to be pregnant and still feel anxious, low, numb, or overwhelmed. You can love your baby deeply and struggle with fear, intrusive thoughts, or big mood swings.

If you’ve walked through infertility, loss, PCOS, or a high-risk journey to get here, pregnancy can bring extra layers — every scan, symptom, or quiet day can feel like a test of your nervous system. Even without a complex history, the hormonal shifts, physical changes, sleep disruption, and life transitions are enough to shake anyone’s emotional world.

If you’re feeling:

worried all the time, even when things look “okay”

tearful, flat, or disconnected from yourself or your pregnancy

guilty that you’re not “enjoying every moment”

scared to tell anyone how you really feel

…you are not failing at pregnancy. You are having a human response to a huge life change, in a body flooded with hormones, in a world that doesn’t always make space for tender emotions. 💛

Your mental health matters just as much as your blood pressure, ultrasounds, and lab results. Caring for it might look like:
• talking honestly with your care team about mood, sleep, and anxiety
• seeing a perinatal counsellor or psychologist who understands pregnancy-related mental health
• letting your partner or support people know how to be there for you in practical ways
• using simple nervous-system supports — breathwork, gentle movement, journaling, grounding routines
• choosing rest over pressure, and compassion over self-criticism, whenever you can

You deserve to feel supported, not shamed or dismissed. Asking for help in pregnancy isn’t a sign you’re ungrateful or “not coping” — it’s a sign you’re taking care of both yourself and your baby.

💬 If you’d like a safe, gentle space to talk about your pregnancy experience — especially after infertility, PCOS, loss, or a complex journey — you can book a FREE Discovery Call to explore personalised, whole-body support:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

💬 “Prenatal vitamins matter. Start before pregnancy if possible.” 🌿So many people are told to “just start a prenatal onc...
12/17/2025

💬 “Prenatal vitamins matter. Start before pregnancy if possible.” 🌿

So many people are told to “just start a prenatal once you’re pregnant,” but the truth is that your body starts preparing for pregnancy long before a positive test. If you’re trying to conceive, thinking about trying, or even just open to the possibility in the near future, nourishing your body now can make a real difference later.

Prenatal vitamins aren’t about being perfect or predicting the future — they’re about supporting the foundations:

key nutrients for early baby development (which begins before many people know they’re pregnant)

gentle support for your own energy, mood, and nutrient stores

filling in gaps that even a well-balanced diet can miss, especially with busy lives, stress, and hormone challenges

If you’re on a fertility journey, you might already feel like your body is under a microscope. Please remember:
✨ Taking a prenatal is not a grade on how “healthy” you are.
✨ It’s okay if you didn’t know this sooner — you’re learning now.
✨ You’re allowed to ask questions about ingredients, forms (like folic acid vs. methylfolate), and what’s right for your health conditions and medications.

Think of your prenatal as one small, steady act of care among many — like better sleep, gentle movement, blood sugar support, nervous-system calming, and emotional support. No single supplement can guarantee a certain outcome, but it can be part of a thoughtful, loving plan for your future self and future baby. 💛

Always chat with your clinician or pharmacist about which prenatal is best for you, especially if you have PCOS, thyroid issues, a history of loss, or take other medications. You deserve personalised guidance, not one-size-fits-all advice.

💬 If you’d like help building a simple, evidence-informed preconception plan — including prenatals, lifestyle, and emotional support — you can book a FREE Discovery Call to explore personalised, whole-body fertility care:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

💬 “Managing PCOS naturally doesn’t mean doing it alone — it means working with your body, not against it.” 🌿If you’ve be...
12/16/2025

💬 “Managing PCOS naturally doesn’t mean doing it alone — it means working with your body, not against it.” 🌿

If you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS, you’ve probably been handed quick suggestions like “just lose weight,” “take this pill,” or “come back when you’re trying for a baby.” That can leave you feeling dismissed, confused, and unsure if there’s anything you can do day to day that actually helps.

Here’s the truth: PCOS is a real hormonal and metabolic condition. It’s not your fault, and you didn’t cause it. Medication and medical care can be important parts of treatment — and at the same time, there are gentle, natural supports that can make your body feel safer, steadier, and more regulated over time.

“Natural” support doesn’t mean extreme diets, guilt, or perfection. It looks more like:

• Balancing your blood sugar with simple meals.
Regular meals that include protein, fibre, and healthy fats can help soften energy crashes, cravings, and mood swings. Think “steady” rather than “perfect.”

• Moving your body in ways that feel kind.
Walking, strength training, yoga, dancing in your living room — it doesn’t have to be intense to support insulin sensitivity, mood, and cycle health. Consistency matters more than intensity.

• Prioritising sleep and rest.
A calmer, more rested nervous system makes it easier for hormones to find their rhythm. Even small changes to your sleep routine can make a difference over time.

• Caring for your stress levels.
PCOS and stress feed into each other. Breathwork, journaling, therapy, time in nature, boundaries, and saying “no” when you need to are all valid hormone-supporting tools.

• Nourishing your emotional health.
PCOS affects how you feel, not just your lab results. Support groups, counselling, or working with a practitioner who really listens can reduce shame and isolation.

• Working with your medical team, not instead of them.
Natural approaches are powerful, but they don’t replace proper evaluation and evidence-based treatment. The sweet spot is a plan that blends both. 💛

You don’t have to overhaul your whole life overnight. Small daily choices, made with compassion instead of criticism, can quietly shift your symptoms, your cycles, and your relationship with your body. PCOS might be part of your story, but it doesn’t get to have the final word.

💬 If you’d like personalised, whole-body support for PCOS — combining natural strategies and medical insight — you can book a FREE Discovery Call to explore what support could look like for you:
👉 https://link.unitymfm.com/widget/bookings/1on1-consultation-24-75cbcf52-199f-4bbc-86b0-420e577d7e01

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Heather Stanley-Christian, MD

“The advent of an unanticipated pregnancy complication can have implications which extend beyond the physical fate of the unborn child. Families may be faced with difficult and daunting decisions of lasting impact to the family unit. In those times, walking that path can heighten maternal and family anxieties.

As a Consultant in Maternal-Fetal Medicine, my role is to provide expert guidance on this path. Information is concisely shared to educate the patient about the nature and prognosis of their particular condition. This will empower the family to choose a management plan which best fits their needs. Options are compassionately presented, and carefully discussed in a psychologically “safe” environment. Perinatal care, as it relates to aspects considered important to the patient, is addressed at all times. Quality care and family satisfaction is paramount in my style of practice.”

Medical Degree Yale University School of Medicine – New Haven, Connecticut

Residency Georgetown University Medical Center – Washington, DC