These are open groups, meaning that people can join any week they would like to, no commitment. You are welcome to withdraw at anytime. Payment needs to be received before group begins if applicable.

Group sessions are a shared space built on empathy, trust, confidentiality, and mutual respect. By joining a group, you agree that/to:

1. Everything that is shared in the group is confidential. What’s shared in the group stays in the group, unless you state harm to yourself or others.

2. Speak from your own experiences and not others points of views using “I” statements.

3. Active listening with compassion, which includes no cross talk during the actual circle. Hold space for others without causing distractions, interrupting, fixing, or giving unsolicited advice. This means when someone is sharing, we listen without commenting or responding directly — even with a “me too” or reassurance.

4. Honor boundaries. Consent matters. If you'd like to offer advice or suggestions before or after the group circle, please ask permission first—and always respect each person’s boundaries.

5. Share at your own pace. There’s never pressure to speak. You’re welcome to pass, and we can come back to you later if you decide you’d like to share.

6. Respect all emotions. Tears, silence, laughter, anger—all feelings and expressions are valid here.

7. Avoid comparisons. This can be hard when talking about fertility, but is crucial for your mental health. Everyone has their own journey and that’s ok.

8. Be mindful of time. Allow space for everyone to share by keeping your check-ins thoughtful and concise. We will have a timer to help us with this.

9. Create a supportive and nonjudgmental space for all participants. No judgment or discrimination, only support. We’re here to lift each other up, not to critique, diagnose, or debate. Individuals from all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientation, abilities, religions, ages, socioeconomic statuses, backgrounds and family identities and experiences are welcome.

10. Take care of yourself. Group discussions may include sensitive topics such as fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, still birth, medical procedures, egg/sperm/embryo donation, adoption, trauma, grief, relationships, sexuality and sexual health. In person: Step out, stretch, cry, breathe—whatever you need is okay. If you are going to leave the actual building I will assume you are ok and I will check in on you after the group ends Virtual: Turn off your camera, stretch, cry, breathe—whatever you need is okay. If you need to leave the actual group session, please send Mariah a chat to let her know.

the right to remove any participant whose behavior compromises the emotional or physical safety of the group.

If services are offered to minors (under age 18):

• A parent or legal guardian must provide written consent prior to the first session or group. Unless it is part of a school or other group, then it is up to the facilitators discretion what forms are needed or not for their participants.

• The minor’s privacy will be respected, but any concerns for their safety will be shared with their guardian and/or appropriate authorities, as required by law.

• Group participation for minors will be age-appropriate.

Your privacy is deeply respected. 

• Information shared in our sessions and groups will be kept confidential, except as required by law or in situations where there is an imminent risk of harm to the client or others. I am a social worker, which means I am a mandated reporter. 

• As previously stated, personal information shared during sessions will be treated with care and confidentiality. However, our services are not bound by HIPAA laws. We encourage clients to share only what they feel comfortable disclosing.

• For online sessions, I use secure platforms, but please know that no digital system is 100% guaranteed. Use a private space where you feel comfortable and safe during our time together. Reach out if you want to use a different platform.

• Intellectual Property: Mariah Tuffy has copyright and ownership of her educational products. Clients may use the information they gain during the sessions for their own personal use. They are not permitted to share, modify, or resale.

• I am committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful environment for all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, age, socio economic status, or background.

• Participants are expected to engage with empathy, kindness, openness, and a willingness to honor the experiences and identities of others.

• Discrimination, harassment, or disrespectful behavior of any kind will not be tolerated in one on one sessions, group settings, trainings, or any form of communication related to these services. 

• If at any time these values are not upheld, services may be paused or discontinued at my discretion to maintain a safe and affirming space for all.