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Gaia is here to help people pay for and protect their IVF treatment. We fix your treatment costs upfront and handle all payments for you as you go through treatment - no surprise bills or unexpected costs. When you have a child, you’ll pay back your costs with a flexible repayment plan, payable in affordable monthly instalments. If you don’t have a child in 3 cycles, don’t pay back anything. And if you decide to stop before the end of 3 cycles, we’ll discount your treatment costs.

10/31/2025

"David and I have been together since we were just 15, and as naïve as it sounds, we both always knew we wanted to get married and have lots of babies. We spent years talking about our future together—we made it through school, college, university, dream jobs, buying our first home, getting pets, a proposal, and a beautiful wedding. Everything felt like tick, tick, tick… until it didn’t.

I don’t know if dreaming about becoming parents for 15 years made it harder when someone told us we’d never conceive naturally, but it sure felt that way. We replayed every time we’d confidently said “when we’re parents” and thought about all the years we’d spent avoiding pregnancy—feeling this overwhelming wave of regret and disbelief. I don’t even know how to describe that feeling, other than “like having the wind knocked out of you.”

I was so sure I’d be a mom one day, and then overnight I’d convinced myself it would never happen—yet I kept fighting for it. We spent two solid years after that Skype call (thanks, COVID) dragging ourselves through clinics, waiting rooms, hospitals, and bathroom stalls (IYKYK). We had to keep picking ourselves back up after what felt like endless setbacks and hurdles. My mental health took a major dive during that time, but somehow, we stayed determined.

We found a community on social media that helped guide us in the right direction. Others going through the same thing shared recommendations for doctors, tests, and treatments that ultimately led us to our baby boy, Taylor—our fourth embryo and the absolute light of our lives.

What infertility taught me, eventually, is that nothing is guaranteed. A positive outcome isn’t guaranteed, but neither is a negative one. That’s the hardest part—the not knowing, the waiting, the lack of control. I guess that’s why we shared, and continue to share, our story. It’s one thing you can do in the thick of it—and it helps others more than you’d ever realize." - Hayley + David

Want to share your story with the fertility community? Email us at fertilityportraits@gaia.family

10/28/2025

"My partner knew from a young age he’d need IVF to have children due to complications at birth. We were desperate for a family, but unlike many couples, we never had the heartbreak of trying for months—we knew IVF would be our path. When I was diagnosed with one polycystic o***y, doctors said we likely would’ve needed IVF anyway, which took some guilt off my partner.
His surgical s***m retrieval went amazingly—plenty of healthy s***m! Then came my medication, which I was not prepared for. I over-responded and nearly developed OHSS. At retrieval, my ovaries were about 5 inches each, but 29 eggs were collected, and 13 grade-A embryos were frozen while my body recovered.

Three months later, it was transfer time. We waited for the official blood test before testing—and it worked. I was pregnant. We cried and cried. Everything was going perfectly. At 16 weeks I felt the baby move, and by the 20-week scan, I was finally relaxed—until the sonographer said, “Congratulations, you’re having a boy... I’m sorry, I’ve spotted something.”

⚠️ Content Warning: pregnancy complication

Our baby had spina bifida. He’d be paralyzed from the waist down and have fluid on his brain. I thought it had to be a mistake. We’d done everything right—how could this happen? But it was just one of those things—nothing caused it. From that point, my dream pregnancy was gone. I started new meds, constant hospital visits, and at 26 weeks, underwent open fetal surgery where surgeons repaired the hole in his spine while he was still in the womb.

Our son Asher was born at 33 weeks and is now 16 months old. He’s had 7 surgeries, but he’s not paralyzed—he moves his legs, feet, and toes, and has just started crawling. He’s our miracle.
People already ask if we’ll have another. We have 12 embryos frozen, but honestly, I’m terrified. Maybe one day we’ll feel differently. For now, Asher is completely enough—and always will be." - Rachel + Kieran

10/24/2025

"I’d never considered egg donation before—I didn’t even know it existed. As a funeral director, I’ve always cherished life but never imagined not being able to create it. Someone once told me that having children is a love you can’t explain until it happens.

Driving to work one day, I heard an ad on the radio calling for egg donors. It took me by surprise, and after spending the day deep in thought about it, I called to get more information. From the beginning, I never had any emotional feeling that any children born from this would feel like mine—I was just giving someone a helping hand.

It might sound strange, but I couldn’t form any emotional or physical bond with something that wasn’t yet human, something I couldn’t see or feel inside me. To me, it didn’t feel much different from donating blood, which I also did regularly.

I talked with my family about how I felt, and they were completely supportive. They knew I was strong, determined, and that once I’d set my mind to something, I’d follow through—this was my body, my choice, but having their support meant everything. Although my kids were young at the time, I always explained what I was doing: helping people have families. They learned so much along the way, just like I did.

Of course, I went through several counseling sessions, consultations, and discussions with the clinic I was working with. I understood that the process was anonymous and that a child might be able to contact me when they turned 18, but that didn’t put me off. It just made me more determined, enthusiastic, and honestly, excited about helping someone become a parent and experience the love I feel for my own children.

The support from the clinic was incredible. The staff were amazing—always there to answer my many questions and reassure me throughout.

I responded well to treatment and soon went in for egg retrieval, which resulted in a positive pregnancy for the family I was helping.

The feeling I had when I got the call to say it had worked for them was everything! I was so happy for them—it made the entire experience even more worthwhile. I was prepared for it not to work, but knowing I’d given them even a small chance they didn’t have before meant so much.

I recovered well and went on to do five more donations, which led to two more births.

Three births in total—three children for their parents to love and cherish.

I’ve never once felt like these children are mine; I simply gave a little help along the way.

I’m curious, of course—but mostly about the recipients. I’d have loved to hear more about their journeys and to share my experience with them: how I was feeling, how the treatment was going, how the scans looked—just to give them a glimpse into this extension of their own story.

I’m completely fine with the idea of them contacting me when they’re older; it doesn’t change anything for me. I’ve become more aware of fertility challenges, met some incredible fellow donors, and I’ve always been happy to answer questions from anyone thinking about donating.

I’ll always feel proud of what I did—but even more proud that somewhere out there, someone got the chance to experience the love of their own children, like no other." - Leanne

10/24/2025

📍 Bellevue, WA

Wine in one hand. Options in the other.
Egg freezing might sound clinical - but this night definitely isn’t.

Join us for Sip + Freeze: a fun, girly evening for anyone curious about egg freezing.
With fertility experts from Bellevue, snacks, wine, and absolutely zero pressure.

🌺 Valentina’s Wine Bar
📅 November 6
🎟️ $10 to attend (incl. free drink & snacks) — RSVP via the link in bio!

You don’t need a five-year plan. Just one evening to explore your options. Wine not? 🍷

10/20/2025

“After struggling to conceive, what began as an exciting journey quickly became one of the most challenging experiences of my life—one that deeply affected my mental health. Month after month, following the end of birth control, I was met not only with disappointment but with increasingly severe pain. Despite raising concerns over the years, I was repeatedly told by my doctor that period and ovulation pain were “normal.” But deep down, I knew something wasn’t right. Feeling dismissed, defeated, and like a failure, my partner Joshua and I decided to seek more answers. Testing revealed a large endometrioma on my o***y—a clear sign of endometriosis. Finally, we had a diagnosis and an explanation for our struggles. I was put into chemical menopause and waited nearly a year for surgery. When the operation finally came, alongside the endometrioma they found my ovaries fused to my abdominal wall, with endometriosis and scar tissue throughout my pelvis. The surgeon removed as much as possible, but we were told IVF would be our only likely option to conceive. The IVF journey was far from straightforward. We faced delay after delay—from an undiagnosed thyroid condition to a cancelled fresh transfer due to fluid in my uterus, and a frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycle postponement because my body began trying to menstruate despite being in menopause for over a year. The setbacks were relentless. Eventually, we were able to proceed with a precious single embryo. Against the odds, that one embryo split—and now we’re expecting identical twin girls. Infertility has shaken me to my core, made relationships with friends who naturally conceived during our infertility battle strained. It has tested Joshua and mines relationship, our resilience, and our sense of self. But through all the heartbreak and uncertainty, this is ultimately a story of hope for anyone who is struggling. Even in the darkest moments, with the most difficult diagnosis, there is no guarantee, but there is hope.” - Joshua + Gina

Want to join the community and share your story? Send us your photo (or video!) and fertility story to: fertilityportraits@gaia.family.

10/16/2025

IVF and US politics are making headlines again.

Here’s a breakdown of what Trump’s new IVF announcement actually means — and what’s still unclear. Swipe to read, including a note from our founder and CEO 🧡

10/16/2025

If you’ve ever been told “it’s just period pain,” then this one’s for you.

In the U.S., it takes an average of 7–10 years to get an endometriosis diagnosis.
Not because the pain isn’t real, but because too often, women and people with uteruses aren’t believed when they say it hurts.

It gets brushed off. Misdiagnosed. Minimized.
And it shouldn’t be.

You deserve better care.
Faster answers.
To be believed the first time.

🧡 Read the full blog in our bio.

10/03/2025

We can’t believe it’s been a whole 3 weeks since our egg freezing pop-up with ! 🩷

Find out how we’re making egg freezing in NYC so much simpler using the link in our bio.

And let us know… where should we pop up next? 👀

09/11/2025

We're all glad it's almost Friday, right? Us especially - because this weekend, Friday to Sunday, we're hosting an egg freezing pop-up event in Williamsburg and we can't wait to see you there!

And, to end a busy weekend full of incredible events, free AMH tests, Q&As and community run clubs, we're closing the weekend with a gorgeous, calm and serene wellness evening with our hosts, Cami and Chiara.

A cacao ceremony followed by some grounding breathwork - end your weekend on a note that screams 'self-care'. Find out more using the link in our bio! 🧡

09/11/2025

Join us this Saturday, September 13, 6PM - 6PM in Williamsburg for a laid back, no pressure egg freezing Q&A with 's very own Dr. Douglas!

Whether you're seriously considering freezing your eggs or at this point, you're simply curious - come and say hello and get all your thoughts out and questions answered.

Link in bio to book! 🧡

09/10/2025

Talking about fertility can feel heavy, private, even a little lonely. This weekend, in partnership with , we’re trying something different.

Love Future You is about making those conversations easier — over coffee, on a run, at a panel with women who’ve been there, or just by listening in. There’ll be doctors to answer questions, free fertility testing if you want it, and space to just show up as you are. Plus, the chance to win a free egg freezing cycle.

September 12 - 14. 135 Wythe Ave, Williamsburg, NYC. Link in bio. 🧡

09/08/2025

The countdown is on! Join us and this weekend, Friday September 12 — 14 for a weekend of free AMH testing, egg freezing educational sessions, community run clubs, some of the best coffee in NYC, and the chance to win a free egg freezing cycle!

Swipe through to see the full schedule of events, and use the link in our bio to sign up! 🧡

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