The 2WW Survival Kit

    So the 2WW may drive us all crazy but distraction is key in order to survive. And whether you’ve been ordered bed rest post an IUI or IVF transfer, you put yourself on it, or you just strive to relax, there is plenty of things you can do that will keep you busy. 

  But one important thing to keep in mind: blogging, googling symptoms, and reading IF & success stories may bring you a sense of calm but during this critical time, you may want to “unplug” from anything TTC or infertility related. It can have the opposite effect and cause you more stress.

So here’s my top 10 reccomendations for surviving the 2ww:

1. Acupuncture
2. Meditation (or any calming time with soothing music combined with deep, slow breathing)
3. Sleep! Take as many naps as possible!
4. Watch some  feel-good movies (classics & new releases) & your favorite shows/seasons on DVD/DVR or regular TV–especially if it makes you laugh!
5. Complete your favorite puzzle books–these are great for passing those slow and boring hours/minutes of the day
6. Read a few good books of your favorite genre
7. Pamper yourself with mani-pedis
8. Splurge with some light shopping –even if it’s just window shopping (whether it be strolling your mall or scrolling the internet)
9.  Allow yourself time to be crafty (scrapbooks, drawings, paintings, slideshows, etc.)
10. Make some of your favorite recipes or try out some new ones!

   No matter what, stay positive! There is no point preparing for a negative outcome because of symptoms or lack there of. You can’t jinx yourself! And thinking about it certainly won’t change the outcome.