January 2022
Infertility Encouragement Group
January 20th from 6-8:30 pm
What are the benefits of “talking out” your struggles and frustrations? Or asking questions and sharing stories?
Studies show it…
- Helps see problems in a new light.
- Makes decision-making and problem solving easier.
- Gets rid of the power of the feeling.
- Reduces anxiety. Eases depression.
- Increases HOPE!
Doesn’t all of that sound awesome?
I thought so!
Therefore, join me on Thursday, January 20th at 6 pm in Carmi, Illinois, at the “Doors of Hope” at 201 North Walnut Street for a night of FUN and encouragement!
*DINNER IS PROVIDED*
Since it’s a new year and many are on diets, we will serve the following:
- Salad Bar and all the fixins
- Chicken Salad on Rolls/Crackers
- Soup (TBD)
- Shrimp Cocktail Tray
- Veggie Tray
- Fruit Tray
- Hot Rolls served with butter
- Gluten-Free Brownies
- Water/Lemonade/Soda
*COST IS FREE*
General Information about this event (support group gathering):
This is a woman’s only support group hosted and led by Elisha Kearns in Carmi, Illinois.
Who may attend?
- Anyone who is struggling to conceive or has experienced infant loss or miscarriage.
- Anyone who is interested in adoption or foster care.
- Anyone who is friends or family members wishing to offer support to those going through infertility
Please fill out the confidential form below for more information on what to expect at each meeting or overnight accommodations and recommendations. Elisha, author, and founder of Waiting for Baby Bird, will return your email shortly.
Events in February 2022
Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti
February 26th, 2022 from 5-9 pm
This is the first big event of 2022, and guess what? It is also the first event Waiting for Baby Bird has hosted for couples going through infertility and loss.
Have you ever wondered what your husband’s thoughts were regarding this battle you face? Do you wonder why he closes up when you want to “discuss” it? Or perhaps you have thought about what he might be thinking when he hears a pregnancy announcement? Does he crumble in private? Maybe you want to know his honest thoughts on timed intercourse?
NOW is your chance to find out because we have a special guest for an extraordinary in-person event located here in SOUTHERN ILLINOIS! We will have our very own Mr. Waiting for Baby Bird to tell us EVERYTHING he thinks and knows!
So, mark your calendars for Saturday, February 26th at 5 pm because this is an event you DO NOT want to miss!
TRUST ME!
Together, we will tag team on how to cope with the effects of infertility on your marriage as he also explains in simple terms (using food—cause he is a man) how men are like waffles, and women are like spaghetti, and how understanding this concept will help you better understand your man and the journey you are on as a couple to grow your family. He will also answer some of your most burning questions.
Questions such as:
— Should I try to get him to talk about his feelings/infertility or wait until he brings it up?
— Do you feel like you have a personal responsibility to stay strong?
— Do you ever cry in private about this?
— How often do you think about having children or being a father?
— Do pregnancy announcements make him jealous?
And so many more!
So what do you say? It’s going to be FUN with not only lots of USEFUL information to help preserve your marriage, but GIVEAWAYS to make dating easier and cheaper! And the best part? YOU CAN BRING YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER! That’s right! They are welcome too! But in the event, they can’t come, bring a friend! An aunt! A cousin! ALL ARE WELCOME! As always, FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED.
In fact, to go with the theme “Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti,” we will have homemade Belgian waffles (family recipe), spaghetti and meatballs, spaghetti casserole, salad, garlic bread, as well as many yummy sweets for dessert!
If you would like more information, contact Elisha, author of Waiting for Baby Bird, at waitingforbabybird@gmail.com.
If you are traveling, here are three locations you can stay at while you are here.
1. The Social House: Bed and Breakfast located in the heart of Carmi, IL
https://www.thesocialhousecarmi.com/
2. Super 8 by Wyndham located in Grayville, Illinois
2060 County Road 2450 North, Grayville, Illinois 62844
3. Quality Inn located in Grayville, Illinois
2200 S Court Street, Grayville, IL 62844 US
Events in March 2022
Infertility Is… (Photo Shoot)
March 5th @ 10:00am
Would you like to be involved in bringing awareness to infertility and loss? If so, mark your calendars for Saturday, March 5th at 10:00 am. Ruth McAllister, a former infertility warrior, and photographer will be at “Doors of Hope” to take pictures to help show the real and raw side of this disease. (Please Note: Your face does not have to be shown)
All are welcome, even if you don’t want to be photographed. Brunch will be served.
(Husbands are also invited for couple’s shots)
Infertility Encouragement Group
March 17th from 6-8:30 pm
Topic: What if All It Takes Is Maybe Faith?
What if all you have is maybe faith?
People ask me how I am able to believe for the impossible and know with certainty that God has promised me a son, and my answer? I don’t. Join me for this special “Josiah Day” celebration where I talk about my “maybe faith,” and how valuable the word maybe is when believing for a miracle.
*DINNER IS PROVIDED*
On the Menu:
Well, since it’s a party, there will be lots of foods typically found at parties.
Think…
- Subway Sandwiches
- Cheese Dip
- Beenie Weenies
- Layered Taco Dip
- Buffalo Taco Dip
- Shrimp Cocktail…AND SO MUCH MORE!
Doesn’t all of that sound awesome?
I thought so!
Therefore, join me on Thursday, March 17th at 6 pm in Carmi, Illinois, at the “Doors of Hope” located at 201 North Walnut Street for a night of FUN and encouragement!
*COST IS FREE*
General Information about this support group:
This is a woman’s only support group hosted and led by Elisha Kearns in her hometown of Carmi, Illinois. If you would like to invite your spouse, email Elisha.
Who may attend?
- Anyone who is struggling to conceive or has experienced infant loss or miscarriage.
- Anyone who is interested in adoption or foster care.
- Anyone who is friends or family members wishing to offer support to those going through infertility
Please fill out the confidential form below for more information on what to expect at each meeting or for overnight accommodations and recommendations. Elisha, author, and founder of Waiting for Baby Bird will return your email shortly.
Events in April 2022
Infertility Encouragement Group
April 21st at 6-8:30 pm
Over the last decade that my husband and I have faced infertility and loss, I have learned some of the most comforting words in the universe are “me too.”
It’s in that moment when you find out your struggle is someone else’s struggle.
It’s being able to look at someone and say…
- You are feeling lost? ME TOO!
- You feel defeated? ME TOO!
- You wish infertility wasn’t on your mind 24/7? ME TOO!
- You wish your family understood what you’re going through? ME TOO!
- You wish you could trust God more? ME TOO!
- You wish people wouldn’t tell you to “just relax”? ME TOO!
But to have that “me too” moment—to have that connection—someone has to tell their story, and someone has to be brave and vulnerable.
With National Infertility Awareness Week, April 24th-30th, we will talk about the importance of sharing our story because we can bring hope to others and glorify God when it is told, even if our struggle isn’t over.
This is a FREE event, with a FREE resource area with lots of GOODIES, tons of YUMMY food to be eaten with new and old friends, PRAYER that brings LIFE, GIVEAWAYS that give smiles, and lots of HOPE to help keep you believing for your miracle.
So, what do you say? Will you join me on April 21st at 6 pm? Bring a friend, cousin, aunt in support, or someone else struggling with primary or secondary infertility or miscarriage. ALL ARE WELCOME!
If you would like more information, contact me (Elisha, author of Waiting for Baby Bird) at waitingforbabybird@gmail.com for all the details and directions.
What is on the Dinner Menu?
TACO BAR!
Doesn’t all of this sound awesome?
I thought so!
Therefore, I urge you to join me on Thursday, April 21st at 6 pm in Carmi, Illinois, at the “Doors of Hope” located at 201 North Walnut Street for a night of FUN and hope-filled encouragement!
*cost is free, but seats are limited*
General Information about this support group:
This is a woman’s only support group hosted and led by Elisha Kearns in her hometown of Carmi, Illinois. If you would like to invite your spouse, email Elisha.
Who may attend?
- Anyone who is struggling to conceive or has experienced infant loss or miscarriage.
- Anyone who is interested in adoption or foster care.
- Anyone who is friends or family members wishing to offer support to those going through infertility
Please fill out the confidential form below for more information on what to expect at each meeting or for overnight accommodations and recommendations. Elisha, author, and founder of Waiting for Baby Bird will return your email shortly.