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I-Rise Foundation Botswana Breaking the silence around infertility through education, advocacy and safe, supportive spaces for individuals and couples navigating infertility.

14/10/2026

Infertility can mean more than trying to conceive. For many people, the journey also involves investigations, medical appointments, blood tests, scans, procedures and difficult decisions. Sometimes, it means waiting for results without knowing what they will bring, or preparing yourself for the next step before you've had time to process the last one.
And in between all of this, there is still work, family, relationships and everyday life. The physical and emotional weight of the process is not always visible to the people around you. But that doesn't make it any less real.
At I-Rise Foundation, we recognise that every journey is different, and every person deserves space to navigate theirs with dignity, understanding and support.
If this is part of your experience, we see you. You are not alone šŸ§”

To join our community: wa.me/26775343011

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month .šŸ¤A time to acknowledge the pregnancies that ended too soon, the ba...
05/10/2026

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month .šŸ¤
A time to acknowledge the pregnancies that ended too soon, the babies who are deeply missed, and the grief that is not always seen or understood.
For those navigating infertility, pregnancy loss can carry another layer of heartache. After the waiting, the treatments, the hope and everything it took to get there, losing a pregnancy can be an incredibly painful experience.
Some are grieving a loss. Others are still longing for the chance to experience pregnancy. And some carry both experiences. There is no single way to navigate infertility, pregnancy or loss. No one should have to explain their grief, justify their pain or feel that their experience is any less deserving of compassion.
At I-Rise Foundation, we recognise the many realities of this journey. Whether you have experienced pregnancy loss, are still hoping to conceive, or are navigating infertility in another way, you deserve compassion, dignity and support.
This month, and always, we hold space for you. You are seen. You are not alone. šŸ§”

Botswana at 60. šŸ‡§šŸ‡¼As we celebrate six decades of independence, may we continue building a Botswana where every person is...
30/09/2026

Botswana at 60. šŸ‡§šŸ‡¼
As we celebrate six decades of independence, may we continue building a Botswana where every person is treated with dignity, where we have compassion for different life journeys, and where no one has to navigate life's difficult moments alone.
Happy Independence Day, Botswana. šŸ§”
I-Rise Foundation

25/09/2026

In this conversation, Dr Molelekwa Gaborone Fertility Clinic gives us local context on some of the factors that contribute to tubal blockage.

Tubal damage can have different causes. The reasons are not always visible or known to the person experiencing infertility and having tubal damage is not a reason to blame yourself.

Infertility can carry a heavy burden of stigma and social blame, particularly for women. Understanding possible causes should never become another reason to blame the person living through it.

Sometimes, understanding what may be happening is simply part of understanding what options may exist next.

If this is part of your journey, you are not alone. We see you.šŸ§”

If youā€™ve ever had an HSG, you may already know exactly what weā€™re talking about. šŸ˜­An HSG (hysterosalpingogram) is an X-...
22/09/2026

If youā€™ve ever had an HSG, you may already know exactly what weā€™re talking about. šŸ˜­

An HSG (hysterosalpingogram) is an X-ray procedure used to check whether the fallopian tubes are open and to look at the inside of the uterus.

During the procedure, a contrast liquid is passed through the cervix into the uterus and fallopian tubes. X-ray images are then taken to see how the liquid moves through the tubes.

And yes, people experience HSGs differently. Some people experience mild or moderate cramping. Others describe the experience as much more painful, and some may have cramping for a while afterwards.

So if youā€™ve had one and thought, ā€œIjoo, that was painful,ā€ youā€™re not alone. And if yours wasnā€™t painful, thatā€™s also what a lot of people experience.

For many people navigating infertility, an HSG is one of the tests that can help doctors understand more about what may be happening.

If youā€™ve been through this too, we see you.
You are not alone šŸ§”

Voices from the Journey

For many people, the journey to a PCOS diagnosis begins with questions, symptoms that donā€™t quite make sense, changes in...
15/09/2026

For many people, the journey to a PCOS diagnosis begins with questions, symptoms that donā€™t quite make sense, changes in the body, uncertainty, and the feeling that something isnā€™t right.

And for some, it may include navigating fertility challenges.

This month, as we observe PCOS Awareness Month, weā€™re making space for the voices behind the diagnosis.
The questions, the uncertainty, and the journey towards understanding your body.

PCOS is now known as PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), a name introduced in May 2026 to better reflect the broader nature of the condition.

There is no single way to experience PMOS, and no two journeys look exactly the same.

Through Voices from the Journey, weā€™re creating space for the stories and questions that often go unspoken.

Your experience matters. Your questions are valid. And you donā€™t have to navigate this alone. šŸ§”





11/09/2026

In this conversation, Dr. Molelekwa from Gaborone Fertility Clinic breaks IVF down, simply explaining how the process essentially assists with functions that would ordinarily happen naturally, from harvesting eggs to fertilisation and the development of the embryo before it is transferred into the uterus.

He also explains who may benefit from IVF, including people experiencing severe male-factor infertility, those without fallopian tubes, people living with severe endometriosis, and those who have experienced difficulty conceiving for different reasons.

Understanding your options starts with understanding what they actually meanšŸ§”





If this is your journey right now, we see you.If youā€™ve been through it, we see you too. šŸ§”Infertility can be a long and ...
09/09/2026

If this is your journey right now, we see you.
If youā€™ve been through it, we see you too. šŸ§”

Infertility can be a long and difficult road, and there is no single way to experience it.

Sometimes, having access to the right information and support can help you feel a little less alone on the journey. We are here for you. šŸ§”

Sensitivity Disclaimer: This content discusses infertility and fertility treatment, and the images used may be emotionally sensitive or triggering for some. Please engage with this content in whatever way feels right for you. šŸ§”



On Saturday, we held our second in-person I-Rise Foundation Support Group, and we are so grateful to everyone who contin...
07/09/2026

On Saturday, we held our second in-person I-Rise Foundation Support Group, and we are so grateful to everyone who continues to help us create spaces where people navigating infertility can come together, connect and feel supported.

A special thank you to Molapo Creative Hub for generously hosting us and for being a valued venue partner to I-Rise Foundation. We truly appreciate your support in helping us create a warm and welcoming space for our community.

We are also deeply grateful to Psych Matters BW for continuing to walk alongside I-Rise in providing psychosocial support to our community and for creating space for vulnerability, reflection and meaningful connection.

And, of course, to everyone who showed up, thank you for trusting the space and for showing up as you arešŸ§” To protect the privacy and confidentiality of everyone who attended, we have used an AI-generated illustration rather than photographs from the session.

Join our community by sending a WhatsApp message to +267 75343011

04/09/2026

If youā€™ve ever wondered, ā€œWhat if I canā€™t fall pregnant naturally?ā€ This might shed a bit of light on assisted reproductive treatment options available.

In this conversation, Dr. Molelekwa Gaborone Fertility Clinic explains one of the fertility treatment options known as artificial insemination, also commonly referred to as IUI (intrauterine insemination).

Understanding your options doesnā€™t take away from the uncertainty of the journey. But sometimes, knowing what is available can make the next step feel a little less overwhelming. šŸ¤

One conversation at a time. One step at a time.

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