April is National Infertility Awareness Month—a time to bring visibility to a journey that often goes unseen, and to give voice to stories that are so often carried in silence.
Infertility affects 1 in 8 couples, yet many walk this path feeling completely alone. The doctor’s appointments, the waiting, the heartbreak, the hope, the grief—it’s a quiet kind of pain that the world doesn’t always recognize. And for those navigating loss, uncertainty, or months that turn into years without answers, it can feel like everyone else is celebrating milestones you’re still praying for.
That’s why this month matters. It’s not just about raising awareness—it’s about honoring people. The ones who keep showing up to life with aching hearts. The ones who hope quietly. The ones who hold joy for others while grieving for themselves. The ones who carry the weight of dreams that haven’t come true… yet.
At Diedrich Candle, this journey is deeply personal. It’s why we created our Infertility & Parenthood Collection—a collection rooted in empathy, resilience, and hope. These candles aren’t just products—they’re care, in tangible form. They are reminders for the days when the world feels too heavy, and you just need something—anything—that tells you: you are seen.
One of the candles in this collection, You Are Worthy, was created as a gentle reminder during the most tender seasons of life. Whether you're trying to conceive, recovering from loss, facing difficult decisions, or processing emotions you didn’t expect to have—this candle was made for you.
It opens with crisp, fruity top notes of apple, pear, pumpkin, and coconut, offering a fresh, bright beginning—like a breath of air. The heart of the candle wraps you in spiced cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and cedar leaf—warm and comforting, like a familiar blanket. And it settles into a grounding blend of vanilla, amber, sandalwood, musk, and charred oak, designed to steady the soul and invite peace.
We chose the name You Are Worthy not because it sounds pretty, but because it speaks a truth we believe to our core:
✨ You are worthy—even when your body feels like it’s betraying you.
✨ You are worthy—even if you need to step away from social media baby announcements.
✨ You are worthy—even when the journey is long and uncertain.
✨ You are worthy—because your value is not defined by motherhood.
Let that light be your reminder.
If You're Supporting Someone You Love
If someone close to you is walking through infertility or loss, it can be hard to know what to say. You don’t have to have the perfect words. Sometimes, a thoughtful gesture—a candle, a handwritten note, a reminder that they’re not alone—means everything.
You Are Worthy was created to be that small but meaningful gift. A flicker of light in a difficult season.
Looking Ahead to Mother’s Day
We also want to acknowledge something important: for many, Mother’s Day can be a complicated, painful day. It may be a reminder of what you’ve lost, or what you’ve been longing for. If you're feeling that weight—we see you, and we’re holding space for you here.
This month, and always, may you feel less alone.
May you find light, in whatever form you need it.
And may you never forget—you are worthy.
With love,
Rachel & Will