Finding Fertility

The Trauma and Triumphs of Donor-Conceived Individuals with Laura High

The Trauma and Triumphs of Donor-Conceived Individuals with Laura High

“Donor-conceived people have to live with the choices the recipient parents made more than anyone else.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 Importance of addressing trauma before starting assisted reproduction.

🦩 The significance of acknowledging the biological parent in donor-conceived families.

🦩 How to have open and honest communication in donor-conceived families.

🦩 The significance of donor medical history.

🦩 Creating a safe and ethical donor conception process.

Are you considering starting assisted reproduction as the answer to your infertility struggles? There are some significant things to keep in mind if you want to become a parent to a donor-conceived individual. These include mental health, donor medical history, your insecurities, and more.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I speak with Laura High, a standup comic and sperm donor baby who does comedic takedowns of the Infertility industry and explains how donor conception actually works. She discusses her experience of contacting her donor, discovering her Jewish heritage, and discovering potential siblings.

Listen in to learn the importance of addressing trauma before starting assisted reproduction to become a better parent. You will also learn about the positive impact of allowing your donor-conceived child to meet their biological parents.

“The infertility trauma does not go away; a child is not a cure for the trauma.”

Episode Highlights:

• [02:32] The trauma experienced by donor-conceived individuals and the need for empathy and therapy before starting the process.
• [09:56] The importance of recognizing the biological parent in donor-conceived families to avoid invalidating your child’s identity.
• [16:14] The positive impact of meeting biological parents for donor-conceived individuals.
• [19:39] Laura explains her positive impact on the donor-conceived individuals’ community.
• [28:55] The importance of verifying and considering the donor's medical history to ensure the well-being of donor-conceived kids.
• [32:28] Why Laura advocates for making the donor conception process safe and ethical for all parties involved.
• [35:27] The importance of being open and honest with your donor-conceived child to avoid invalidating them.

Connect with Laura:

• Website:https://www.laurahighfive.com/ 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lhigh6/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurahigh5/

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

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Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

 

The Dark Side of the Infertility Industry: Advocating for the Rights of Donor-Conceived Individuals with Laura High

The Dark Side of the Infertility Industry: Advocating for the Rights of Donor-Conceived Individuals with Laura High

“The pain, stigma, and callousness against infertility drive people to operate in the dark and not talk to their community about this.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 The importance of being told about donor conception.

🦩 The safety and health of donor-recipient parents.  

🦩 Evidence of ongoing misconduct in the fertility industry.

🦩 The need for empathy and support for infertility trauma.

🦩 The pain and physical toll of fertility treatments.

Are you aware of the massive lack of regulation in the infertility industry? The unregulated practices and their potential impact on individuals seeking fertility treatments will surprise you and make you want to rethink these processes.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I speak with Laura High, a standup comic and sperm donor baby who does comedic takedowns of the Infertility industry and explains how donor conception actually works. She discusses her experience of contacting her donor, discovering her Jewish heritage, and discovering potential siblings.

Listen in to learn more about Laura's journey of discovering her donor-conceived status and using comedy to advocate for donor-conceived rights. You will also learn about the lack of regulation in the infertility industry, its dangers, and the importance of empathy and support for infertility trauma.

“If we want to change the infertility industry, we have to start treating infertility trauma with significantly more empathy.”
Episode Highlights:

• [01:28] Laura shares her background as a sperm donor-conceived individuals’ rights advocate.
• [02:19] How she was told about being donor-conceived at 14 and her parents' progressive approach in sharing this information. 
• [07:13] How curiosity drove Laura to contact her sperm donor at 19 about her medical history and concerns about potential health issues.
• [15:21] How religion was prioritized in her donor selection process, despite her genetic makeup being different from what was initially believed.
• [17:38] She explains how she discovered the lack of regulation in the fertility industry, including the potential for sperm switching during IVF.
• [23:48] Reference to a whistleblower who exposed a major cryobank in 2014 for allowing a serial donor to father multiple children.
• [29:49] The importance of treating infertility trauma with empathy and compassion and the negative consequences of stigmatizing and dismissing it.
• [33:25] The invasive nature of IVF and the physical pain experienced by individuals undergoing fertility treatments.

Connect with Laura:

• Website:https://www.laurahighfive.com/ 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lhigh6/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurahigh5/

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

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Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

 

What You Need to Know About the Energetic Side of Fertility Issues & Infertility Abigail White Medical Intuitive

What You Need to Know About the Energetic Side of Fertility Issues & Infertility Abigail White Medical Intuitive

“Emotions are how your body speaks to you; emotions are energy and motions.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 The importance of understanding emotions.

🦩 The impact of energy and trauma in reproductive issues.

🦩 How to reverse your health and age in reverse.

🦩 The power of radical honesty and self-reflection.

How connected is your physical and energetic health? To completely transform your healing, it’s important to address both physical and energetic health. Energy blockage in your chakras can negatively affect your fertility, creativity, and family growth.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I speak with Abigail White, the creator of Breath of Life, a master healer and medical intuitive specializing in medical intuition. She helps people with their healing journey through medical intuitive, trauma, and integration work paired with handmade healing tools. She shares how her personal healing journey inspired her to help others.

Listen in to learn the importance of addressing both physical and energetic health aspects for a balanced and complete healing process. You will also learn the concept of aging in reverse and the importance of radical honesty in personal growth and fertility journeys.

“If you’re looking for the next step in understanding how to reach and maintain your optimal level of health, understand your emotions.”

Episode Highlights:

• [01:58] Abigail shares her medical background and journey to discovering herself and creating Breath of Life.
• [06:52] The importance of understanding and acknowledging a wider range of emotions beyond happy, mad, and sad.
• [12:01] The overdiagnosis of endometriosis and the role of stuck energy and trauma in reproductive issues.
• [14:38] The importance of addressing physical and energetic aspects for a balanced and complete healing process.
• [18:40] Why controlling and aligning energy is the hardest part of the healing process.
• [21:11] The possibility of aging in reverse and the importance of making healthy choices for overall well-being.
• [24:28] How to self-reflect and be radically honest with yourself to confront and truly love the ugly parts within.

Connect with Abigail:

• Website: https://www.breathoflifellc.com/ 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathoflife_healer/

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

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🦩Download your FREE 3 Things that can make all the difference in helping you get & stay pregnant here: https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

 

Connect with Monica over on 

Instagram: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityIG 

TikTok: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityTikTok 

 

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Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Fertility/dp/B08K59YSHP/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2550BHUS4E039&keywords=finding+fertility+podcast&qid=1645232300&sprefix=finding+fertility+podcast%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2

 

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Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

Breaking the Taboo: Honest Conversations About Fertility Issues, How to Live in Possibility & Reclaiming Your Fertility in the ”Infertility Industry” with Molly Nichols Part Two

Breaking the Taboo: Honest Conversations About Fertility Issues, How to Live in Possibility & Reclaiming Your Fertility in the "Infertility Industry" with Molly Nichols Part Two

“When someone gives a pregnancy announcement, and you feel triggered, allow yourself to feel all the feels and don’t deny it or try to push it away.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 The importance of following your intuition.

🦩 How to change things and become a conscious mama.

🦩 How to view the fertility journey as a spiritual journey.

🦩 The importance of mindset and community support.

🦩 Changing the narrative around infertility.

🦩 How to take back your power and explore alternative options.

Are you following your intuition, being conscious in your actions, and empowering yourself to make informed decisions about your fertility? Remember, your fertility journey and success are in your hands; you have the power to make choices that align with your body and beliefs.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I continue my conversation with Molly Nichols, a fertility coach and mom of four specializing in educating women on uncovering and healing the deeper mental, emotional, and spiritual causes of infertility. Molly went through the process of IVF and later got pregnant naturally in her early forties.

Listen in to learn the importance of shifting from a mindset of lack and fear to one of abundance and surrounding yourself with a supportive community. You will also learn the power of listening to your inner voice and not blindly following advice that doesn't resonate with you.

“The more we can celebrate pregnancy in another, the more we leave ourselves open for pregnancy to happen in ourselves.”

Episode Highlights:

• [03:40] Stop giving away your authority and blindly following advice and start listening to your intuition and doing what feels aligned.
• [08:10] The effect of your personal growth and empowerment on your children and community.
• [12:02] The importance of viewing your fertility journey as a spiritual journey, plus the ripple effect of taking care of your mental and emotional health.
• [16:04] The mental and emotional aspects of the fertility journey and how it evolves you.
• [17:14] How to allow yourself to feel all the feels and celebrate other pregnancies to open yourself to the possibility of a pregnancy.
• [22:55] The different realities of infertility, the role of fear and lack in blocking community support, and the impact of surrounding yourself with a supportive community.
• [26:09] The negative effects of over-identifying as infertile and how to reclaim a positive mindset.
• [30:00] How to find joy in the present and recognize that a baby won't fix all your problems.
• [33:37] The importance of not solely relying on medical treatments and listening to your intuition when it comes to fertility.
• [35:58] The negative impact of setting expectations on fertility decisions and the need to let go of societal pressures.

Connect with Molly:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollyannnichols/

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

🌺 Book Your Discovery Call Today here: https://calendly.com/findingfertility/discoveryconsultation?month=2022-10

 

🦩Download your FREE 3 Things that can make all the difference in helping you get & stay pregnant here: https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

 

Connect with Monica over on 

Instagram: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityIG 

TikTok: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityTikTok 

 

🎙 Subscribe on your favourite podcast platform:⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣
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Stitcher: http://bit.ly/FindingFertilitySTITCHER

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BMtwCvdyR4aJyfSfcKh6i

Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Fertility/dp/B08K59YSHP/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2550BHUS4E039&keywords=finding+fertility+podcast&qid=1645232300&sprefix=finding+fertility+podcast%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2

 

🍍HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW🍍 You can shop for your favourite fertility support products over on:

Seeking Health:https://bit.ly/FFSeekingHealth & Amazon:http://bit.ly/FindingFertilityAmazon 

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Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

The Truth About Fertility Treatments: A Honest & REAL Conversation about Taking Control of Your Fertility Journey with Molly Nichols Part One

The Truth About Fertility Treatments: An Honest & REAL Conversation about Taking Control of Your Fertility Health with Molly Nichols Part One

“Your IVF doctor is there to give you IVF, not to support you in increasing your fertility.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 Listen to your intuition and reclaim personal power.

🦩 The importance of having an individualized approach to fertility.

🦩 The damage and limitations of fertility treatments.

🦩 How to reconnect with the innate wisdom of your body.

🦩 The power dynamics between doctors and patients in the fertility space.

Do you realize your fertility journey isn't just physical but also deeply mental and spiritual? You also realize that you hold all the power to your fertility journey. It is not exclusively dependent on medical procedures.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I speak with Molly Nichols, a fertility coach and mom of four specializing in educating women on uncovering and healing the deeper mental, emotional, and spiritual causes of infertility. Molly went through the process of IVF and later got pregnant naturally in her early forties.

Listen in to learn about the false sense of guarantee that treatments like IVF can provide and the importance of reclaiming your power. You will also learn the importance of addressing the mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your fertility.

“The root of the problem is that women do not believe in the innate divine wisdom of their bodies.”

Episode Highlights:

• [02:45] The importance of addressing the mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of your fertility.
• [05:40] The negative impact of doctors' authority and the pressure to follow a standardized approach to fertility treatments.
• [07:15] The importance of self-awareness, intuition, and individualized approaches to fertility, rather than relying solely on external guidance and treatments.
• [09:48] How to get radically honest with yourself and allow your inner strength to bring you the desired results.
• [13:13] The narrow focus of IVF treatment and failure to provide holistic fertility support.
• [16:39] The importance of women recognizing and respecting the power and potential of their bodies in fertility.
• [23:16] The significance of celebrating milestones such as getting a period naturally or having a positive pregnancy test after years of trying.
• [28:47] The power dynamics and disempowerment in the fertility industry, plus how you can take control of your own health and fertility journey.

Connect with Molly:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollyannnichols/

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

🌺 Book Your Discovery Call Today here: https://calendly.com/findingfertility/discoveryconsultation?month=2022-10

 

🦩Download your FREE 3 Things that can make all the difference in helping you get & stay pregnant here: https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

 

Connect with Monica over on 

Instagram: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityIG 

TikTok: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityTikTok 

 

🎙 Subscribe on your favourite podcast platform:⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣
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Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Fertility/dp/B08K59YSHP/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2550BHUS4E039&keywords=finding+fertility+podcast&qid=1645232300&sprefix=finding+fertility+podcast%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2

 

🍍HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW🍍 You can shop for your favourite fertility support products over on:

Seeking Health:https://bit.ly/FFSeekingHealth & Amazon:http://bit.ly/FindingFertilityAmazon 

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Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

What Your Skin is Telling You & How it Can Be a Symptom of Fertility Issues with Dr. Trevor Cates

What Your Skin is Telling You & How it Can Be a Symptom of Fertility Issues with Dr. Trevor Cates

“How our skin gives us clues about our health and how it can help us get to the root cause if we pay attention to it.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 Skin issues as warning signs of imbalances in the body.

🦩 The role of gut health in skin issues and hormonal imbalances.

🦩 The power of seasonal eating to improve gut health.

🦩 The power of tapping into your innate wisdom.  

Did you know your skin can help you get to the root cause of your infertility issues? Your skin issues could be warning signs of imbalances in your body.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I speak with Dr. Trevor Cates, author of the USA Today bestselling book Clean Skin from Within and founder of The Spa Dr. natural skincare line. She shares her personal journey with skin issues, how she found relief through holistic medicine and her passion for natural skin remedies.

Listen in to learn about the connection between gut health and skin conditions and the importance of restoring optimal gut health to improve skin and hormonal health. You will also learn the importance of getting back into rhythm with seasonal eating, movement, mindset, and skincare.

“Doing what you can to focus on the foods you can get in season where you are as much as possible will add more nutrients which also helps with your gut microbiome.”

Episode Highlights:

• [02:31] How holistic medicine changed Dr. Trevor’s skin health and led her to a path in natural skin remedies.
• [08:07] The connection between gut health, skin issues, and hormonal imbalances, plus the importance of restoring optimal gut health to improve skin and hormonal health.
• [13:06] Things you can do, such as seasonal eating, to improve gut health, plus the benefits of consuming a diverse range of foods.
• [18:00] Dr. Trevor shares the best foods to eat during winter to ensure nutritional nourishment.
• [22:27] How seasons and movement impact your ability to get pregnant, plus the importance of getting back into rhythm.
• [25:27] The power of reconnecting with our innate wisdom and the need for a mindset shift.

Connect with Dr. Trevor:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespadr/
• Website: https://drtrevorcates.com/

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

🌺 Book Your Discovery Call Today here: https://calendly.com/findingfertility/discoveryconsultation?month=2022-10

 

🦩Download your FREE 3 Things that can make all the difference in helping you get & stay pregnant here: https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

 

Connect with Monica over on 

Instagram: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityIG 

TikTok: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityTikTok 

 

🎙 Subscribe on your favourite podcast platform:⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BMtwCvdyR4aJyfSfcKh6i

Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Fertility/dp/B08K59YSHP/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2550BHUS4E039&keywords=finding+fertility+podcast&qid=1645232300&sprefix=finding+fertility+podcast%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2

 

🍍HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW🍍 You can shop for your favourite fertility support products over on:

Seeking Health:https://bit.ly/FFSeekingHealth & Amazon:http://bit.ly/FindingFertilityAmazon 

🍍

 

Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

What Do You Do When You’re Told YOU CAN’T TTC Because of Your Autoimmune Issue with Jessica Lorion

What Do You Do When You're Told YOU CAN'T TTC Because of Your Autoimmune Issue with Jessica Lorion

“It’s in hearing stories from each other that we can lift each other and have the confidence to advocate for ourselves, change those stories, and know that we don’t have to take that answer to be what it is.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 The importance of reversing an autoimmune issue.

🦩 How to set yourself up for success in pregnancy and postpartum.

🦩 The role of mental and emotional factors in autoimmune issues.

🦩 How to heal an autoimmune disease through diet and mindset.

🦩 The benefits of podcasts for learning and researching about fertility.  

What is your mindset after receiving an autoimmune diagnosis? Whether you have infertility issues or have been forced into a period of waiting by an autoimmune diagnosis, not accepting your fate with an extreme diagnosis and exploring your options is important.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I speak with Jessica Lorion, actor, voiceover artist, and Mamas in Training podcast host. She may not be a mother yet, but her passion for supporting and being part of the fertility and motherhood community inspired her to learn and share knowledge during her own period of waiting.

Listen in to learn about the connection between mental and emotional well-being and physical health when it comes to fertility. You will also learn the importance of addressing underlying emotional issues and finding support through community and resources.

“If you look at a period of waiting or any type of fertility challenge as an opportunity to get yourself as healthy as you can, it’s only going to benefit your actual pregnancy, post-partum experience, and post-partum recovery mentally and physically.”

Episode Highlights:

• [02:21] Jessica’s background and experience with infertility due to an autoimmune disease.
• [03:45] Why she chose to focus on positivity and learning during her healing and waiting period.
• [07:56] The importance of mindset when faced with a challenging diagnosis and taking a proactive approach to health and fertility.
• [11:04] The importance of taking this as an opportunity to figure out how to set yourself up for success in pregnancy and postpartum.
• [14:55] Exploring the connection between mental and emotional factors and the physical manifestation of autoimmune issues.
• [22:38] The importance of building a support community to uplift and help you learn about fertility and motherhood.
• [26:03] The convenience and privacy of using podcasts to gain knowledge and research topics related to fertility.
• [28:07] The three pillars of advocacy, planning and preparing, and community support as essential steps to navigate the fertility journey.

Connect with Jessica:

• Website: https://jessicalorion.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamasintrainingpod/
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/JessicaLorionNYC/
• Podcast: Mamas in Training

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

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Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

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🍍HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW🍍 You can shop for your favourite fertility support products over on:

Seeking Health:https://bit.ly/FFSeekingHealth & Amazon:http://bit.ly/FindingFertilityAmazon 

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Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

LIVE Q & A - How to Boost Your Egg Quality

LIVE Q & A - How to Boost Your Egg Quality

“Fertility issues are symptoms that your body is not healthy.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 How to improve thyroid issues.

🦩 The benefits of finding and tackling inflammation.

🦩 How to prepare your body for IVF.

Do you have any pressing questions about how you can transform your fertility journey?

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, I answer six questions about fertility that were asked on a LIVE TikTok Q&A session. I explain the importance of diet, rest and recovery, energetics, awareness, mindset, and supplementation in your journey to creating your dream family.

Listen in to learn the importance of tapping into your intuition when deciding on fertility treatments. You will also learn the importance of checking for structural issues and preparing your body for three months before IVF to improve your chances of success.

“Checking structural things is an important part of the fertility process.”

Episode Highlights:

• [03:50] Why you should find ways to support your body to do things naturally before seeking medical treatments.
• [07:20] How to reverse thyroid issues like Hashimoto's through mental, emotional, and gut health work.
• [12:21] The importance of checking for structural issues and practicing holistic methods to improve your health.
• [13:51] The importance of taking at least three months to improve chances of success through diet, rest, recovery, exercise, and awareness.
• [15:55] The holistic approach and supportive methods for blocked tubes and scarring before surgery.
• [20:02] Understanding that test results are a snapshot of the past, not an indication of the future.

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚

Monica

 

🌺 Book Your Discovery Call Today here: https://calendly.com/findingfertility/discoveryconsultation?month=2022-10

 

🦩Download your FREE 3 Things that can make all the difference in helping you get & stay pregnant here: https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

 

Connect with Monica over on 

Instagram: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityIG 

TikTok: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityTikTok 

 

🎙 Subscribe on your favourite podcast platform:⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣
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Stitcher: http://bit.ly/FindingFertilitySTITCHER

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BMtwCvdyR4aJyfSfcKh6i

Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Fertility/dp/B08K59YSHP/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2550BHUS4E039&keywords=finding+fertility+podcast&qid=1645232300&sprefix=finding+fertility+podcast%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2

 

🍍HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW🍍 You can shop for your favourite fertility support products over on:

Seeking Health:https://bit.ly/FFSeekingHealth & Amazon:http://bit.ly/FindingFertilityAmazon 

🍍

 

Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

How to Reverse Secondary Infertility 🦩 [Podcast Discovery Call]

How to Reverse Secondary Infertility 🦩 [Podcast Discovery Call]

“Sometimes it’s going to take a long time when you’re trying to figure it out by yourself, and then sometimes, it just takes time.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 The importance of addressing the root cause of fertility issues.

🦩 The challenges of motherhood and the lack of support.

🦩 How to heal the gut without supplementation.

🦩 How to get in touch with your body and heal your trauma.

Are you struggling with secondary infertility and don’t know where to get answers? Secondary infertility is no different from unexplained infertility; both require a holistic approach. This includes addressing your mental and emotional well-being, nutrition, and overall health to improve fertility.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, we discuss the importance of addressing infertility’s root causes and mental and emotional well-being. Our guest shares her fertility journey and her experience with pelvic pain, a miscarriage, underactive thyroid, and an anemia diagnosis.

Listen in to learn how childhood traumas can affect mental and emotional health, leading to fertility issues. You will also learn how pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can be incredibly challenging for a woman's physical and mental body. w

“The things that are holding you back in the physical sense now are actually the mental and emotional stuff.”

Episode Highlights:

• [01:54] Our guest’s fertility journey and her experience with pelvic pain, a miscarriage, underactive thyroid, and an anemia diagnosis.
• [07:58] The importance of addressing the root cause of infertility symptoms to prevent future health problems.
• [10:29] The guest discusses her experience with pelvic pain and feeling unheard by medical professionals.
• [13:14] She shares her struggles with depression and anxiety and how that might have impacted her fertility.
• [16:07] The impact of pregnancy, birth, and motherhood on a woman’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• [22:10] The importance of healing your gut to improve cellular health and mood by introducing food that boosts gut microbiome.
• [27:05] How to create a trauma timeline to identify emotional distress that may be affecting fertility.
• [32:57] The importance of taking small steps to process emotions in stages when doing inner work.
• [37:10] The benefits of Psyche and Emotional Freedom Tapping for addressing traumatic memories and emotions.
• [43:45] The importance of a holistic approach to health to improve overall health and increase fertility.
• [50:31] How to have consciousness in your fertility health and a belief in your body's capability to get and stay pregnant.
• [54:00] The significance of following intuition, surrendering to the process, and changing subconscious beliefs to improve fertility.

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚 

Monica

 

🌺 Book Your Discovery Call Today here: https://calendly.com/findingfertility/discoveryconsultation?month=2022-10

 

🦩Download your FREE 3 Things that can make all the difference in helping you get & stay pregnant here: https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

 

Connect with Monica over on 

Instagram: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityIG 

TikTok: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityTikTok 

 

🎙 Subscribe on your favourite podcast platform:⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣
Apple: http://bit.ly/FINDINGFERTILITYAPPLE⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣

Stitcher: http://bit.ly/FindingFertilitySTITCHER

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BMtwCvdyR4aJyfSfcKh6i

Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Fertility/dp/B08K59YSHP/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2550BHUS4E039&keywords=finding+fertility+podcast&qid=1645232300&sprefix=finding+fertility+podcast%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2

 

🍍HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW🍍 You can shop for your favourite fertility support products over on:

Seeking Health:https://bit.ly/FFSeekingHealth & Amazon:http://bit.ly/FindingFertilityAmazon 

🍍

 

Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.

 

Creating Your Own Reality: The Key to Finding Fertility and Getting Pregnant at 43 with Rosanne Austin

Creating Your Own Reality: The Key to Finding Fertility and Getting Pregnant at 43 with Rosanne Austin

“Stop judging yourself for being on this journey; you’re completely making it up that it’s punishment; you’re also completely making it up that it’s a bad thing.”

Topics Discussed:

🦩 Drop judgment and be compassionate.

🦩 Forgive yourself for being on this journey.

🦩 The power of holistic and functional practices.

🦩 The importance of feeling empowered and having discernment.

Are you taking responsibility for your fertility journey and getting clear about what you want? To become the conscious mama you were meant to be, you must be unapologetic about your desires and empower yourself to make informed decisions about your fertility journey.

In this episode of the Finding Fertility podcast, Rosanne Austin shares how her infertility journey redefined her life and emphasizes the importance of listening to intuition, finding mentors, and questioning statistics related to fertility. Rosanne is a fertility coach, author, podcaster, former prosecutor, and miracle mom. She teaches women how to leverage the most underutilized resource they have on their fertility journey.

Listen in to learn how to get clear about what you want and let go of any double-binding messages making you feel wrong for investing in your fertility journey.

“You have to make it okay to want those things because there’s going to be certain adjustments that you’re going to have to make in your life in order to have those things.”

Episode Highlights:

• [03:44] The importance of dropping judgment and being compassionate towards yourself in the fertility journey.
• [10:02] The importance of getting clear about what you want and making it okay to want those things.
• [13:20] How to shift the narrative around your age and fertility and embrace your ability to be a great mom.
• [16:04] Why you need to think critically about what you’re being told, plus the power of holistic and functional practices.
• [21:17] How to build up your resilience, empower yourself to make quality decisions, and take responsibility for your fertility journey.
• [26:30] The importance of feeling empowered and having the discernment to make the right decisions about your fertility.

Connect with Rosanne:

• Website: https://www.frommaybetobaby.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosanneaustinfertility/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosanneaustin/

Full transcripts over on the blog:

Let's Do This Together 💚 

Monica

 

🌺 Book Your Discovery Call Today here: https://calendly.com/findingfertility/discoveryconsultation?month=2022-10

 

🦩Download your FREE 3 Things that can make all the difference in helping you get & stay pregnant here: https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

 

Connect with Monica over on 

Instagram: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityIG 

TikTok: https://bit.ly/FindingFertilityTikTok 

 

🎙 Subscribe on your favourite podcast platform:⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣
Apple: http://bit.ly/FINDINGFERTILITYAPPLE⁣⁠⁣⁣⁣

Stitcher: http://bit.ly/FindingFertilitySTITCHER

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BMtwCvdyR4aJyfSfcKh6i

Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3RoZWluZmVydGlsZWRpYWdub3Npcy9mZWVkLnhtbA?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj0pKGr_Jr5AhWono4IHZY8B4gQ9sEGegQIARAC

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Fertility/dp/B08K59YSHP/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2550BHUS4E039&keywords=finding+fertility+podcast&qid=1645232300&sprefix=finding+fertility+podcast%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-2

 

🍍HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW🍍 You can shop for your favourite fertility support products over on:

Seeking Health:https://bit.ly/FFSeekingHealth & Amazon:http://bit.ly/FindingFertilityAmazon 

🍍

 

Anything written or said about health and diet are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Product recommendations are based on what I used during my infertility journey or wish I had.