CNY Fertility Center
Greetings!

 

As Father's Day approaches this weekend we wanted to dedicate this e-newsletter to all of the Guys out there. We hope you will read this and find some insights to help you on your journey toward creating the family you've always wanted.

 

It's about the Guys too:
Kristen Magnacca

Back when, I was on my own personal fertility journey, my good friend and her husband experienced a miscarriage.  All the girlfriends rallied and brought dinner, gifts, flowers and nurturing items to our friend.

 

I will never forget an exchange I had with her husband... We were alone in the kitchen and he whispered to me, "Amy (name changed) has received so many thoughtful cards, flowers and support, What about me?"
 

James was suffering in silence.  I was so grateful for his braveness to share how he was feeling with me, in the stillness of the kitchen as I waited for the tea water to boil for Amy, I felt like the most insensitive person on the planet. I hugged James and said I was sorry and asked if I could do anything for him.

 

Can I do anything for you?

In my humble opinion is kind of a lame question because it puts the burden of thinking clearly on the person who may be in crisis and can't necessarily think clearly enough to provide an answer. The male heart is open but covered with a protective armor that may sometimes feel impenetrable but there is a kink in the armor that needs permission from the male to be shown and the female to be receptive to bear witness to their "weakness" without judgment.

 

The power of the option!  What I have found is that if you ask an opened ended question to a male the answer might be a quick yes or no... but if you present something with options it triggers the fix it part of the brain and the real need will be revealed.

 

For example:

Would it help you right now if I made you a cup of tea too or perhaps you would like that you were left alone?

 

I hope you found my story I've shared above helpful and will join me for a free teleworkshop on Monday, June 20th at 6pm. E-Mail me for call-in details and any questions you may have.

 

Blessings,

Kristen Magnacca, Author of Love & Infertility

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When I receive an initial inquiry about our Circle of Hope Support Groups, the list of questions almost always end with, Can my husband come too?

 

Of course you can!  I highly recommend that men attend not only our group, but any of our support events as well.  While it may appear that we cater to our female clients, we truly love to support our male clients.  You are also on the challenging journey to parenthood, and you encounter as many ups and downs as your female partners.  I would like to invite you to join us at our Circle of Hope Support Group, where you will find comfort, empathy, and a relaxed atmosphere to gain great knowledge and tools for both you and your partner.  The men that do join us have wonderful things to say about the group, and often leave surprised by how much they learned and enjoyed the evening.  One of the great benefits you will receive from the group is learning multiple ways to communicate and connect with your partner throughout your fertility journey.

 

If you have any questions or would like more information on our support events available to you, please feel free to contact me!

 

You can find the next Circle of Hope Support Group session, here.

I hope to see you at our next event,

Lisa Stack, Support Coordinator at CNY Fertility Centers

[email protected]

 

June 13th, 2011

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Dr. Rob Kiltz

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Thank you to everyone at CNY Fertility Center who helped with our journey on making dreams come true. IVF was our only hope. I was 39 and had my tubes tied 15 years ago during a previous marriage. Our insurance also didn't cover IVF, but we wanted a family. On our hour long ride home from CNY we were driving through a thunder storm which soon passed to a sun filled sky with not one rainbow but two. I new that was sign form above. My husband stated, You know what they say three is a charm.

Yes I became pregnant with twins on the third cycle of IVF, and found out on this amazing day.

Christine and Blaine

Ashoton Carter 7lb 4oz and Allie Claire 6lb 2oz

April 26, 2011