Infertility, Counseling, Support Group Rachel Rabinor, LCSW Infertility, Counseling, Support Group Rachel Rabinor, LCSW

Four Reasons to Join An (In)fertility Group

Acknowledging the issue of infertility is often the biggest barrier to seeking help. The word itself may at first be scary, And then there's the fear and shame, which help maintain the loneliness and isolation so many experience. We often think we should be able to handle whatever life throws at us alone. But that's simply unrealistic. We are social  beings and rely on others for many reasons. 

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Infertility, Therapy, Support Group Rachel Rabinor, LCSW Infertility, Therapy, Support Group Rachel Rabinor, LCSW

Infertility Support Group

Join me, Rachel Rabinor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Dr. Elizabeth Winter, Licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Midwife for our next 6-Week Mind/Body Infertility Support Group, starting February 21st. 

Throughout the six weeks we'll explore issues related to fertility, including the impact on identity, self-esteem, sexuality and relationships. You'll have the opportunity to learn and practice relaxation and other mind/body coping skills each week. While we can't change the stressors you experience each day, we can help you learn to manage your response to allow you to live more comfortably and engage with life more fully. 

Women experiencing both primary and secondary infertility are welcome.

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Infertility, Miscarriage, Counseling Rachel Rabinor, LCSW Infertility, Miscarriage, Counseling Rachel Rabinor, LCSW

How to #StartAsking for Support: The Journey of Secondary Infertility

You have a child, or maybe two or three. You want to grow your family but it's been 6 months or 12 and still nothing. Or you've gotten pregnant but have miscarried. Again, perhaps. 

You discover on your own through your late night dates with google what you've got—Secondary infertility. No one's said it but that's what you've got. 

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Parenting, Miscarriage, Infertility Rachel Rabinor, LCSW Parenting, Miscarriage, Infertility Rachel Rabinor, LCSW

Bonding With Your Littlest Valentines: Staying Connected Through Infertility

Secondary infertility doesn't get a lot of press. Maintaining a strong relationship with your toddler or preschooler can be an added challenge when infertility enters your world. Coping with your own emotions, managing doctor appointments and healing from physical loss(es) is consuming. You might feel your motivation, energy and/or ability to maintain a strong connection with your living child(ren) slipping under such distress. 

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