Are You Doing Too Much? The Hidden Cost of Over trying in Your Fertility Journey
Fertility isn’t something you can force—and yet, so many people find themselves in the exhausting cycle of doing more and more… and getting less and less in return.
You take the supplements.
You cut out gluten.
You track every symptom.
You give up coffee (again).
You spend hours researching the “perfect” fertility plan.
And still… no answers. No pregnancy. No peace.
🧠 When Trying Too Hard Becomes a Problem
This isn’t about willpower. It’s about burnout.
Psychologically, when we’re dealing with uncertainty (especially with something as high-stakes as fertility), our brain defaults to “do more = be safer.”
But fertility is not a test you can study harder for.
And doing more isn’t always helping—it might actually be clouding the insight your body is trying to give you.
🌀 The Overtrying Loop (And What It Costs You)
Here’s how it usually looks:
You get anxious.
You look for something to control → supplements, diets, apps.
You don’t see results fast enough.
You add more. Try harder. Restrict more.
You feel more anxious, more lost… and more exhausted.
What this costs you:
Time lost on ineffective efforts
Money spent on products and courses you didn’t need
Emotional bandwidth drained by constant “shoulds”
Disconnection from your own body
🌿 What Coaching Does Differently
Fertility coaching is not about doing more—it’s about doing less, more intelligently.
My job isn’t to give you another 10-step plan.
It’s to help you pause, zoom out, and understand what actually matters.
Together, we can:
Spot signs your body is already giving you (you may be missing them)
Create a simple rhythm of support based on real data and evidence
Reduce the pressure, guilt, and shame that come with “trying your best and still not getting pregnant”
Protect your energy—so your nervous system can rest and your body can open
✨ What If You Could Just... Stop Hustling?
You don’t have to earn your way to conception by exhausting yourself.
You don’t need to “do everything right.”
You don’t need to prove you’re trying hard enough.
You need space. You need clarity.
And you need someone who can help you return to what’s essential.
💬 Coaching Isn’t a Shortcut—It’s a Reset
If what you’re doing isn’t working, it’s not because you aren’t trying hard enough.
It might be because you’re trying too hard in the wrong direction.
Coaching helps you re-center.
We clear the noise and rebuild a plan that works with your body, not against it.
📆 Ready to Reset?
💬 Let’s talk. Schedule a free discovery call and give yourself permission to stop spinning your wheels.
🌿 Explore my fertility coaching packages and see how less hustle can lead to more clarity.
🔍 Frequently Asked:
Q: What if I’ve already tried everything?
A: That’s exactly when coaching becomes most helpful. We look at what you’ve done, identify what’s actually working (and what’s not), and simplify your next steps.
Q: Does less really work better?
A: In many cases, yes. Your nervous system, hormone pathways, and reproductive rhythm all respond better when your body feels safe and supported—not overworked.
💌 Gentle Reminder
You’re not lazy for resting.
You’re not behind for stepping back.
You’re allowed to stop hustling for hope—and start receiving support.
Warmly,
Jacqueline Boyd
Certified Fertility Coach & Doula
Eden & Embrace