Infertility

We’re all trapped in a pregnant pause, but infertility struggles don’t stop for wartime

eJewishPhilanthropy · 8 Aug

The text discusses the prolonged pregnant pause experienced by the Jewish community since a tragic event, highlighting the emotional struggles of infertility, miscarriage, and other challenges faced by individuals trying to build a family.

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One of the Best Israeli Shows of 2023 Is Now On Netflix

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 31 Jul

"A Body That Works," a highly acclaimed Israeli show that debuted in 2023 and is now available on Netflix, explores the intricate dynamics of surrogacy and parenthood.

0 Communities Gender/Identity

Help for Would-Be Parents

Jamie Betesh Carter in Tablet · 21 Jun

A woman shares her emotional and challenging journey through infertility and the lack of support she felt from the Jewish community while trying to conceive.

0 Jewish Law Gender/Identity

First they came for our abortions, now they’re coming for our embryos

Amy Klein in Forward · 14 Jun

The article discusses the recent condemnation of in vitro fertilization (IVF) by the Southern Baptist Convention and its implications for reproductive rights, particularly in light of the ongoing threats to abortion rights.

0 Gender/Identity Ethics

My Infertility Journey & Losing the Baby I Prayed For

Chabad.org · 21 May

The video delves into Rochel's emotional journey of overcoming infertility struggles and the tragic loss of one of her twins, finding strength and faith along the way.

0 Holidays

The One Who Doesn’t Know How to Ask

Guest Contributor in Lilith · 6 May

The author reflects on the parallels between the Passover story of liberation and the struggles faced by those undergoing infertility treatments, highlighting the importance of listening and supporting individuals on these journeys.

0 Ethics Jewish Law

One Beautiful Egg: The First Gestational Surrogacy

Sandye Rudnitzky in Hadassah · 3 Apr

Sandye Rudnitzky shares her journey of pursuing gestational surrogacy in the 1980s after facing infertility issues, leading to the birth of her daughter Jillian, the first baby born using the egg and sperm of the biological parents in a surrogate's womb.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

‘Love Is Blind’ Jewish Star Alexa Lemieux Expecting Her First Child

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Jan

Alexa Alfia and Brennon Lemieux, known for their appearance on the reality show Love Is Blind, have announced that they are expecting their first child together.

0 Communities Education

Meet… Chana Falk

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 23 Jan

Chana Falk is the founder of Keren Ohr, an organization that supports couples struggling with infertility.

0 Torah Gender/Identity

Parashah of the Week: Vayetze

Jewish Chronicle · 24 Nov 2023

Parashat Vayetze explores the significance of the mandrake in Torah, a plant with potential magical and aphrodisiac properties.

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In the Face of Infertility, Rosh Hashanah Brought Me Hope

Rabbi Leah Fein in Kveller · 12 Sep 2023

The author reflects on her experience of infertility and its connection to Rosh Hashanah.

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Selection 6: Her Heart’s Desire // Hadassah Topperman

Ami Magazine in Ami · 7 Sep 2023

Adina visits her mother and finds out that her sister, Sara, is getting divorced while pregnant.

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Listen to Her Voice: The Eternal Message of an Infertile Prophetess

Shoshanah Haberman in Lehrhaus · 22 Mar 2023

The article reflects on the author's personal experience of infertility and how it relates to the biblical stories of Rachel, Rebecca, and Sarah.

0 Gender/Identity Communities

The Instagram community connecting Jewish women experiencing infertility

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 8 Apr 2021

Aimee Friedman Baron, upon creating the nonprofit I Was Supposed to Have a Baby (IWSTHAB), has established an online community on Instagram for Jewish women struggling with infertility, offering support through virtual groups, one-on-one sessions, and informative content.

0 Culture Jewish Law

Chai Fidelity: Ep 227

Unorthodox · 7 May 2020

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts discuss the impact of technology on modern music consumption with author Nick Hornby, and explore personal stories of infertility and community adaptation during quarantine.

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What the Talmud Can Teach Us About Infertility in the Coronavirus Era

Rachel Rosenthal in Tablet · 21 Apr 2020

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, infertility treatments were disrupted, leaving many feeling alone and uncertain.

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Talking About Miscarriage

Rachel Rosenthal in Tablet · 17 Jan 2020

The author reflects on their experiences with miscarriages, particularly their second consecutive miscarriage right before Rosh Hashanah.

0 Communities Culture

A Polite Request for Basic Sensitivity

Dovid Bashevkin in Jewish Action · 20 Jun 2019

The text discusses the importance of sensitivity and empathy towards individuals facing challenges, such as infertility, job loss, or being single.

0 Communities Culture

Motherhood, Burgers, and Bacon: Ep. 135

Unorthodox · 10 May 2018

In this episode of Unorthodox, the hosts explore themes of motherhood and community through conversations with diverse guests including Peninah Lamm Kaplansky on miscarriage in Jewish communities and Sister Julia Walsh on forsaking motherhood for religious life.

0 Communities Television/Film

Motherhood, Burgers, and Bacon: Ep. 135

Unorthodox · 10 May 2018

In episode 135 of Unorthodox podcast, Peninah Lamm Kaplansky shares her experience with miscarriage, emphasizing the need for more support and dialogue on infertility and pregnancy loss within Jewish communities.

0 Jewish Law Prayer

Inconceivable

Erica Brown in Jewish Review of Books · 29 Mar 2016

In "Inconceivable," the authors of Midrash Tanchuma explore why the matriarchs were initially barren, suggesting that it was to elicit their prayers and submission to a destiny beyond their control.

0 Communities Literature

Today on Tablet

Unknown Author in Tablet · 26 Aug 2010

In Tablet Magazine, Sarah Marcus discusses the Mountain Jews living in Azerbaijan who ensure they always have a minyan.

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