3 Tips For Surviving Thanksgiving (Or Really Any Holiday)

Ohhhhhhhh Thanksgiving. The time of year when we count our blessings by trying to eat our own weight in pie. As if the holidays weren't a challenge enough, they can be extra miserable if you're struggling to conceive. Between familial expectations and nosy relatives, even the most holiday-spirit-filled among us can be driven to craziness.

So what's it take to make it through Thanksgiving with a modicum of sanity remaining? We've put together a couple of tips to help you put your best foot forward.

1. Try to find something you are thankful for. Cultivating gratitude in your life can really help reduce suffering. Instead of focusing on what you don't have this weekend, make a real effort to find what you can, truly, be thankful for. Research shows that people that cultivate gratefulness are more likely to be happy and make healthy choices. If you have a couple of minutes on Thanksgiving, we encourage you to check out this great video Ted Talk about how to feel more gratitude in your own life. If you don't do anything else, just doing this one thing could totally transform your holiday.

"Instead of focusing on what you don't have this weekend, make a real effort to find what you can, truly, be thankful for."

2. Eat for your fertility. We say it over and over, nutrition is the one factor that substantially affects your fertility that you have 100% control over. The holidays can seriously derail your plans for healthy eating, usually starting with Thanksgiving, but they don't have to. Here's an easy tip to make sure you're nourishing yourself and don't overindulge (at least not too much): get your veggies first. We always try to fill half our plate with veggies before we dive into other goodies like tater tot casserole. Getting some good quality nutrition first means that you don't have to feel guilty about treating yourself to a little pie later on.

📊 WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS

Nutrition is consistently identified as one of the most modifiable factors affecting fertility. Studies on dietary patterns, including the Mediterranean diet, show significant associations between nutrient-dense eating and improved reproductive outcomes in both women and men.

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3. Easy on the booze. Too much alcohol can be detrimental to your fertility, and it can also fan emotional flames that already tend to run hot during the holidays. A glass of wine with dinner isn't going to hurt, but no one needs a melt down at the dinner table because they started drinking gin and tonics at 10am. Making sure you're getting enough water will keep you hydrated, and help you slow down the drinking. Focus on get your 8 glasses of water in!

At Conceivable, we're thankful that we know so many wonderful women who are committed to living more fulfilling, more fertile lives. We're thankful for every one of you and wish you all the best this holiday season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the holidays really affect my fertility?

Yes, indirectly. Holiday stress, disrupted eating patterns, increased alcohol intake, and poor sleep can all affect hormone balance and overall reproductive health. The good news is that small, consistent choices (like filling half your plate with vegetables and staying hydrated) can help buffer the impact.

Is it okay to drink alcohol during the holidays when trying to conceive?

An occasional glass of wine is generally considered low-risk, but heavier drinking can disrupt hormone levels and reduce fertility for both men and women. If you're actively trying to conceive, the safest approach is to minimize alcohol as much as possible, especially during your luteal phase or if you're undergoing fertility treatment.

How does the Conceivable system actually work?

Conceivable combines three things: personalized supplement packs built from your quiz results and health data, an AI care team of 7 specialists (led by Kai, your fertility coordinator) who help you understand your pattern and can suggest a pack, and the Halo Ring for continuous biometric tracking. The system is built on published reproductive-health research and 20 years of clinical practice. It starts at $14.99/month.

How do I know which supplements I actually need?

Take the free 2-minute Conceivable quiz. It analyzes your cycle patterns, energy, stress, digestion, and health history to identify the specific nutrients your body needs, not a generic prenatal, but a protocol built for exactly where you are right now.

Do I need the Halo Ring to use Conceivable?

No. The Halo Ring is optional and adds overnight tracking of temperature, HRV and sleep, which Kai uses to help you understand your pattern and suggest a pack. But the personalized supplement packs and AI care team work without it. The ring is a one-time $250 purchase with no subscription required.