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This is the first official edition of Path to Parenthood, and our hope is that it feels less like a fertility “resource” and more like a steady companion, and community as you move forward on your unique path to parenthood. Whether you’re trying to conceive yourself or walking alongside someone who is, we hope this feels helpful, inspiring, and genuinely supportive.
Trying to conceive can come with a lot of noise — timelines that feel scary, advice that feels expensive or contradictory, and the quiet question of “Am I doing this right?” that just won’t seem to budge. Today’s edition focuses on grounding the conversation: what’s actually normal (by medical standards), what might help without breaking the bank, and where to focus your energy without turning your life upside down.
No pressure to optimize everything. Just support, perspective, and space to breathe.
In this Issue We'll Cover...
How Long Is ‘Normal’ to Get Pregnant? Real Timelines, Real Facts
You’re not alone. When you’re trying to conceive, time can start to feel like both an ally and a nemesis. It’s perfectly human to wonder “Should this have happened by now?” or “Is everyone else just getting pregnant on month one?”
In this week’s feature, we’re taking a look at what “normal” actually means when it comes to trying to get pregnant, and we’re doing it without judgment, internet myths, or pressure. We break down real timelines based on evidence (not Instagram stories), explain what’s typical for most people, and help you understand when it might make sense to talk with a clinician. Because hope and facts can, and should, coexist.
Access to Care & Affordability: A Few Points Worth Noting
Fertility care (especially IVF) can be life changing, but it’s also one of the most expensive medical services many people will ever face. Costs, insurance coverage, and policy efforts are changing rapidly, and access still varies widely depending on where you live, your income, and your insurance situation. Here are some recent articles that shed light on the landscape of access and affordability now and into 2026:
WHO Calls for Fairer, More Affordable Global Infertility Care
The World Health Organization released its first global guideline urging countries to make fertility care safer, fairer, and more affordable as demand rises worldwide. READ ARTICLE HEREU.S. Policy Spotlight: White House Moves to Expand IVF Coverage
Recent federal proposals aim to lower costs of IVF medications and encourage expanded fertility treatment benefits — something experts say could meaningfully affect access for families. READ ARTICLE HERE• Fertility Tourism: U.S. Couples Looking for Affordable IVF Abroad
Some people are traveling outside the U.S. in search of more affordable fertility treatments, illustrating how cost barriers at home shape decision-making. READ ARTICLE HERE• Global Context: Infertility, Equity & Societal Factors
Experts note that infertility affects individuals worldwide and emphasize the importance of education and policy to address both medical and social access challenges. READ ARTICLE HERE
Optimizing Natural Fertility on a Budget
Fertility advice can get expensive fast. Between supplements, tests, apps, and “must-have” products, it can start to feel like doing everything right means spending a small fortune. The truth is, many of the most impactful ways to support fertility are also the simplest, and they don’t require a full lifestyle overhaul or a maxed-out credit card.
In this piece, we focus on where small, realistic shifts can make a meaningful difference, how to prioritize what’s actually worth your time and money, and what’s safe to skip. If you’re trying to be intentional, financially and emotionally, while still giving yourself the best chance, this is a good place to start.
If you enjoyed this issue of Path to Parenthood, be sure to share with anyone you know who is currently on a TTC journey ❤
