National Infertility Awareness Week (#NIAW, April 23-29, 2017) is a time to RALLY together to support and encourage those struggling with infertility. This year at MCRM Fertility, we’re encouraging those that are currently walking down the path of infertility, have walked down the path in the past, and simply those in the community that just want to inspire others, to join us for the “Say it with Socks” campaign.
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Through one’s journey with infertility, it has been found that “socks” are an emotional connection and attachment that patients hold near to them during their personal journey. Jennifer Bader, patient support specialist at MCRM Fertility, remembers how going to an ultrasound visit with Dr. Peter Ahlering nearly 10 years ago with a pair of “LUCKY SOCKS” given to her by a friend, whom was also struggling with infertility, meant to her.
Jennifer says, “when seeing my feet in front of me, I was reminded by the socks that I was NOT alone in this journey and there are others walking in similar shoes and we are supported.”
With the “Say it with Socks” Campaign, together, we can give INSPIRATION, SUPPORT and ENCOURAGEMENT through words of HOPE and LUCKY socks….
How you can show your support for those currently struggling with infertility:
- Provide a pair of LUCKY socks with an “encouraging note”. The note should be applicable to anyone that may receive these socks at MCRM Fertility in the future.
- Socks/Notes of Hope can be dropped off or mailed to MCRM Fertility, 17300 North Outer 40 Road, Suite #101, Chesterfield, MO, 63005