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Friends struggling to conceive

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Noonecaresifyounamechange · 03/05/2024 14:12

I have a dear friend who has been trying to conceive with their husband for nearly two years. It’s been a rough time for them recently with lots of friends either announcing pregnancies (my self included! or giving birthday.
I want to send her/ them something to let them know I’m thinking of them/ praying for them etc, but honestly I’ve no idea what to send.

In the past I’ve sent my friend a care package with bath things, wine, chocolates, flowers etc when she’s been having a hard time. But someone at work suggested I send something including a fertility bracelet , st Gerard chain, or things more related to their situation.

Is that crass and insensitive?

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Confusedddddddd · 03/05/2024 14:53

Personally I wouldn't. If you want to send them something, a box of chocs or flowers is better.

I've been on both sides - my first was conceived relatively easily but had friend who had many many issues. I'm now struggling with getting pregnant with a second. I think if anything I'd feel angry if someone sent me a fertility bracelet.

Noonecaresifyounamechange · 03/05/2024 14:57

Thanks @Confusedddddddd ! I thought as much. I’ve seen there’s gift boxes on Etsy and things but the idea didn’t sit right with me.

Ill send flowers & chocolates like I normally would.

Fingers crossed for pregnancy journey 🤞 (or pretend I said something that’s actually comforting!)

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ACR7 · 03/05/2024 15:24

My mam bought me a Saint Gerard medal when we were struggling and I really like it. Suppose it depends on the person.

beachbum85 · 03/05/2024 16:10

I agree, I wouldn't get her a fertility bracelet... I have both received and given a fertility bracelet from/to close friends who were going through IVF before/after me, and that was hugely appreciated, but it would have had a totally different effect coming from someone who hasn't been through it.

Flowers and chocolates sound lovely, and it's really nice of you to think of that. Congratulations on your pregnancy.

Olivie12 · 05/05/2024 13:10

A care box would be fantastic, but nothing that says "fertility". You are a good friend.

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