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Navigating Pregnancy After Infertility

Once you're finally pregnant, everything should be sunshine and rainbows...right? It's wonderful news, but doesn't erase everything it took for you to get here.

Know that it's normal to feel a mix of emotions right now.

Here are some helpful resources for this exciting (but often nerve-wracking) transition from fertility patient to expecting parent.

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what to expect

I'm pregnant, now what?

Everything you need to know as you transition from patient to parent.

From Fertility Clinic to OB/GYN

What to expect during the transition from Illume Fertility to regular obstetric or midwifery care. Get answers to common questions and feel more empowered about the exciting journey ahead.

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In Conversation with Dr. Josh Hurwitz & Dr. Shieva Ghofrany

Catch an instant replay of a conversation between a fertility patient, her OB/GYN, and her fertility doctor to hear about what it's really like to be pregnant after infertility and loss.

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Motherhood After Infertility

A former IVF patient gets honest about her experience as a new mother following years of infertility and explores the variety of challenges and joys that the postpartum period brings.

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Holistic Pregnancy Support

If you've been working with Illume's Integrated Fertility & Wellness team throughout your journey to conceive, you may have some questions, including:

Can I continue to see my Illume nutritionist during pregnancy?
Should I keep going to acupuncture? Is it safe for pregnancy?
What if I'm struggling and need mental health support as my pregnancy progresses?
How can I find a community of people who understand what pregnancy after infertility or loss is really like?

Here's what you should know:

You can continue to see your Illume acupuncturist and nutritionist! Our team is happy to continue providing care throughout early pregnancy and beyond.

If you're looking for a mental health professional who specializes in supporting clients who are pregnant after infertility, your Care Team will be happy to provide referrals to you. Just ask your nurse or patient navigator.

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