Coping with the Holidays

Holidays can be stressful, even in the best of circumstances. Expectations are at a peak. Pressure comes, both from the outside and within, to break out of the normal routine - to celebrate, and to enjoy! But for the person experiencing infertility, holidays can be the most difficult time of the year.

You certainly can't make the pain of infertility disappear miraculously. But by planning in advance and acknowledging that the holidays may be uncomfortable; you can prepare yourself and improve your chances of having a pleasant holiday season.

Here are some suggestions:

Christmas, Chanukah and New Year's Eve

General Holidays

Mother's Day and Father's Day

Letters to Clergy

Mother's and Father's day chat transcript