Robin, the owner of Circles of Hopes & Dreams Etsy Shop asked me to take a couple of pictures of her infertility support bracelet. It’s sweet and simply designed, and all proceeds go to Resolve.org/Sacramento’s Infertility Support Group. Read the story behind the bracelet below, and don’t forget to check out the shop here.
Loving this vintage-y feel:
Pomegranates, a longstanding symbol of fertility, serve as a strong analogy to those suffering through infertility. Though each pomegranate skin is unique in color and texture, the seeds inside are remarkably similar from fruit to fruit. Though our diagnosis is unique—endometriosis, low sperm count, luteal phase defect, or causes unknown—the emotions, those seeds on the inside, are the same from person to person. Infertility creates frustration, anger, depression, guilt, and loneliness. Compounding these emotions is the shame that drives people suffering from infertility to retreat into silence.
In addition, the seeds represent the multitude of ways one can build their family: natural conception, treatments, adoption, third-party reproduction, or even choosing to live child-free.
The pomegranate thread holds a two-fold purpose: to identify and create community between those experiencing infertility as well as create a starting point for a conversation. Women pregnant through A.R.T., families created through adoption, or couples trying to conceive during infertility can wear the thread, identifying themselves to others in this silent community. At the same time, the string serves as a gateway to conversations about infertility when people inquire about its purpose. These conversations are imperative if we are ever to remove the social stigma attached to infertility. Tie on the thread because you’re not alone. Wear to make aware.
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The stones adorning this bracelet have been chosen for their fertility enhancing properties. Below is a short description of the stones used and how they can help you in your journey to fertility.
The center stone is a moonstone. Moonstone, often called the feminine stone, is connected to the female reproductive system. It is known to reduce anxiety, which is a common obstacle when trying to conceive.
Two beautiful heart shaped rose quartz flank each side of the moonstone. Rose quartz has long been known as the stone of love and fertility. It is reputed to help encourage pregnancy by enhancing your fertility, and to protect both the mother and baby from miscarriage. It soothes the heart, brings peace, compassion and kindness.
Two green stones on either end of the rose quartz are green aventurine. Aventurine is known as the lucky stone with a positive influence over growth and fertility. It is considered a healing stone to soothe a troubled heart or calm distraught emotions. Aventurine opens the heart, soothes physical and emotional pain, and heals the heart by releasing emotional stress.
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These bracelets are adjustable from approximately 6″-8″. If you need your bracelet to be larger or smaller, please specify what size you need in the notes upon purchase. We used a strong .8mm – 1mm Nylon Beading/Chinese Knot Cord for added durability and strength. The fertility stones measure approximately 2.75″ from one green aventurine to the other.
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All of the proceeds go toward resolve.org; Part directly to the national organization and part to the Sacramento Peer-led Infertility Support Group.
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