Hi, I’m Vaughan Bagley. I’m a life-long storyteller, but only since my personal journey navigating fertility struggles and loss began five years ago did I start to author my own story.

At first, it was just for myself – short journal entries about what I was feeling or ways I thought the system could be improved for the women and families who came next. But over time, as I began to share more of my story with friends and family, I realized that I was far from alone. There were thousands of us out there going through similar experiences, each with our own unique journeys, and yet we all had one common thread: we had so many unanswered questions. 

Fertility has become a growing conversation in today’s world, with more families navigating the emotional and financial challenges of fertility treatments and more information at our fingertips than ever before. But while the numbers continue to rise, many of us are left feeling overwhelmed, underinformed, and unsure of where to turn for honest guidance on how to navigate such crippling uncertainty. 

That’s why I began talking to women across the country who had gone through fertility struggles, asking them what they wish they had known when they began their broken road to motherhood. By talking to others who have been through it, as well as experts in the fields of fertility, obstetrics, nutrition, acupuncture, and more, I’ve gained deeper insights into what we can do to feel less alone and more empowered to take control of our next steps.

You can read a bit more about some of my experiences in Huff Post Personals, and you can sign up for my forthcoming newsletter below, where I will be sharing expert insights about fertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum mental health, and so much more. If you’ve been in my shoes or are just starting on this journey now, know that you’re not alone and we’re all in this together!