Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Loved Ones Facing Infertility

Written By Lora Shahine, MD

Do you have a friend or family member struggling to build their family? How about someone in your life who recently experienced a miscarriage or loss? What can we give people that helps them feel better, know that we’re thinking of them, and provides the right kind of support? 

In this special episode of Baby or Bust, Dr. Lora Shahine is providing five thoughtful gift ideas for loved ones facing family building challenges. Within each category, Dr. Shahine provides specific examples and ways to personalize these gifts for the person in your life.

It can be hard to know how to support those facing the challenges of infertility, pregnancy loss, or IVF treatments. You’ll walk away from this episode with lots of ideas to provide encouragement and meaningful ways to show you care. 

If you have other ideas of gifts you think should be added to the list, find Dr. Shahine @drlorashahine on Instagram and drop a comment on the episode post!

In this episode you’ll hear:

[1:10] Gift ideas overview

[2:35] Gift #1: Inspirational books or affirmational cards

[4:21] Gift #2: Jewelry or charms

[5:44] Gift #3: Self-care kits

[7:50] Gift #4: Pineapple-themed items

[12:31] Gift #5: Self-care beauty items

[14:32] Discount codes!

Resources mentioned: 

Roxhill Candle Company - Pineapple Candle - portion of proceeds donated to fertility nonprofits

Doctor Rogers Restore - safer skincare products. Save 15% with DRSHAHINE code at checkout 

Shop Sorette - collection of products vetted for transparency, accountability, and safety profile. Save 15% with DRSHAHINE15 at checkout

Dr. Shahine Amazon Storefront - collection of ideas (Using link results in Dr. Shahine receiving small commission)

Dr. Shahine’s Weekly Newsletter on Fertility News and Recommendations

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Lora Shahine, MD

Dr. Lora Shahine, reproductive endocrinologist at Pacific NW Fertility and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington in Seattle, completed her residency in OBGYN at the University of California in San Francisco and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology at Stanford University. She is dedicated to educating and advocating for increased awareness of infertility, miscarriage, and the impact on environmental toxins on health through an active social media presence, teaching, clinical research, and authoring multiple blogs and books including best selling, ‘Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.’

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