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IVF: The Marathon No One Signs Up For - Episode 2 with Alexandra Stewart M.A., RCC, PMH-C
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Episode 2 - The Emotional Highs & Lows of IVF
In this second episode of our series on IVF, co-host Jill Van Gyn explores the emotional complexities of fertility treatments, with a special focus on IVF and pregnancy loss. Joining her is Alexandra Stewart M.A., RCC, PMH-C, a seasoned fertility therapist with personal and deep expertise in reproductive mental health.
They unpack the often unspoken psychological toll of infertility, highlighting:
- the emotional resilience required to endure repeated treatments
- the grief of pregnancy loss
- the impact of societal and self-imposed expectations on the journey to parenthood
- the unexpected toll it can take on relationships and partnerships
Alexandra shares invaluable insights on the importance of therapy as both a coping mechanism and a community-building tool. She also offers guidance on how to support oneself or a loved one through the profound ups and downs of reproductive challenges.
Whether you're facing fertility challenges yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers empathy, understanding, and hope.
Trigger Warning: This episode includes sensitive discussions about pregnancy loss.
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Manage episode 487787160 series 3005519
Episode 2 - The Emotional Highs & Lows of IVF
In this second episode of our series on IVF, co-host Jill Van Gyn explores the emotional complexities of fertility treatments, with a special focus on IVF and pregnancy loss. Joining her is Alexandra Stewart M.A., RCC, PMH-C, a seasoned fertility therapist with personal and deep expertise in reproductive mental health.
They unpack the often unspoken psychological toll of infertility, highlighting:
- the emotional resilience required to endure repeated treatments
- the grief of pregnancy loss
- the impact of societal and self-imposed expectations on the journey to parenthood
- the unexpected toll it can take on relationships and partnerships
Alexandra shares invaluable insights on the importance of therapy as both a coping mechanism and a community-building tool. She also offers guidance on how to support oneself or a loved one through the profound ups and downs of reproductive challenges.
Whether you're facing fertility challenges yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers empathy, understanding, and hope.
Trigger Warning: This episode includes sensitive discussions about pregnancy loss.
Get 25% off all courses through the end of June 2025! Purchase a Feisty On-Demand Course: learning.feisty.co
Sign up to Receive The Feisty 40+ Newsletter:
https://www.feistymenopause.com/blog/Feisty-40-plus
Sign up to Receive The Feist Newsletter:
https://www.womensperformance.com/the-feist
Follow us on Instagram:
@feisty_womens_performance
Feisty Media Website:
https://livefeisty.com/
https://www.womensperformance.com/
Support our Partners:
Previnex: Get 15% off your first order with the code PERFORMANCE at https://www.previnex.com/
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