March 19 - 22 marks the start of Spring. The Sping Equinox occurs when both day and night hours are equal and there is also a full moon. In some Pagan religions this time period is referred to as Ostara – a celebration of fertility, life and rebirth.

At the Ostara Spring equinox, light starts to increase as the days become longer, inviting a new way of life. However, before this new life can truly take hold, old patterns and thoughts need to be broken and discarded, especially if they are hindering you on your journey to parenthood. This is a perfect time to reflect inwards and to focus your intention on overcoming your infertility issues in any way necessary, be it through conception, IVF, surrogacy, adoption, etc.

One of the main symbols of the Ostara Spring Equinox is the egg, as it symbolizes fertility. The egg epitomizes how plans that we consciously, or subconsciously, hatched or devised during the darker and colder winter months, can now be put into effect and accomplished in the new life that Spring has to offer us. If, for example, you have been considering starting infertility treatments over the past few months, now would be a great time to make that appoint with a fertility doctor, such as the ones at the Reproductive Care Center in Sandy. Or perhaps you wish to pursue adoption as a means to become a parent – then now would be perfect for you to create that adoption profile and contact an adoption agency, such as The Adoption Exchange or LDS Family Services.

Other ways in which you can celebrate the arrival of the fertile springtime are by wearing crystals such as Rose Quartz and Jade. These can be purchased at the Kindred Paths store at 3804 Highland Drive in Salt Lake City. Or by creating a flower centerpiece consisting of Daffodils and Tulips. You could also create a space in your home for a fertility altar. On it you can place items that help you focus on your fertile intentions of being a parent, such as fragrant candles or photo’s of your female ancestors.

Regardless, you should take this time to find gratitude in the many ways that you are already fertile and abundant, such as acknowledging your creativity or counting your many blessings that already exist. Don’t forget to thank the Universe for all of the blessings that are still on their way to you!