Serena Beggs

One in ten women — or 10% of the population — are affected with infertility issues. When I was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome, I had never heard of it. I felt alone. I thought that a creative outlet would help me cope with my diagnosis. Little did I know that there were so many others struggling with similar experiences, people who were also grappling with the implications of infertility in a variety of ways. What began as a way of processing my own diagnosis began to transform into a much larger mission. I wanted to create a platform to increase awareness of womens’ health and to build a community for those affected by these issues. And so this series was born.

Infertility, periods, the gynecologist; all of these can be taboo subjects in certain social circles. This series demonstrates that they don't have to be. While I started this project in 2018, it has only become more and more relevant with each passing year. The discussion and education of womens’ health is necessary for our survival. I have compiled a series of accounts and imagery of people experiencing infertility

issues. I applaud their openness and willingness to share their stories and I invite you to learn from them. They inspire me to continue telling stories like these so we may be a more understanding culture — so that we may lift each other up. In order to enact change, we must first begin with awareness.