About
About The Pineapple Squad
Pineapple Squad was founded in 2017 and started as a social group for several women going through fertility treatment. By 2019 the organization had shifted to offer additional support services including a monthly virtual support group that met in-person in the Chicagoland area and several locally hosted events including brunches and paint events.
In addition to support in the local areas, we now offer a virtual support group open to anyone within the US and Canada to attend via zoom on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.
Mission
Our mission is to empower and support individuals struggling with infertility while also being an active participant in fertility advocacy. We want everyone to feel supported and that they have the right tools and resources to have a more positive experience on their journey.
Meet the Founder
Heather Martinez is the founder of the Pineapple Squad. After starting her own fertility journey in 2017, she realized there was a gap in support and took the opportunity to connect with other women in her area. She has been a supporter and advocate for the community ever since and is always trying to bring awareness and a voice to those who are struggling to conceive. After her own success with IVF, she has vowed to continue her efforts in helping others feel supported on their own journeys.