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IVF Failed You - The "So Now What?" Podcast

I am a Fertility Survivor.  The kind you enter into treatments hoping you will never be... childless.  After several rounds of IUI and IVF, at some of the leading Fertility Centers, I was told I was no longer a candidate for fertility treatment.  It left me asking myself...

So now what?

For the years that followed, I tried to put myself back together and tell myself I would be OK, but I wasn't.  I was shattered - I felt alone and failed by the whole process and especially, my body.  I yearned for others that felt the pain I felt and someone that could help me navigate a life without a child. 

I didn't find it, so I decide to create it.  

Fast forward to today. I am still childless, but my beliefs about my life have changed.  I decided that I can create meaning and purpose in my life even though I am not a mother.  I've learned to love myself and the body I felt failed me as a woman.

If you've been on this journey, hop on and join me as we create something we were not offered.  Let's create a sisterhood for the bravest women I know.  We brush ourselves off and don't let terms like: Failed, Unexplained, Miscarriage, Not-viable or Advanced Maternal Age define us anymore.  

 

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Thrive Week for Women with Infertility

Sep 29, 2023

Key Points:

Introduction to Thrive Week:

  • Lana introduces "Thrive Week," her innovative program designed to empower women on their fertility journeys to discover fulfillment and purpose.

The Impact of Infertility:

  • Lana opens up about her own challenging seven-year fertility journey that did not lead to biological parenthood.

  • She delves into the emotional toll of infertility, touching on feelings of loss and the scarcity of resources available for those who do not become parents through fertility treatments.

Advocating for Childless Individuals:

  • Lana's advocacy is centered on improving the support and resources accessible to individuals who find themselves childless after their fertility journeys.

  • She underscores the importance of addressing the emotional well-being of those who do not have children.

Understanding Thrive Week:

  • Thrive Week serves as an opportunity for individuals to embark on a new chapter in their lives, unburdened by the sense of inadequacy stemming from not becoming parents.

  • Lana reinforces the notion that it is perfectly acceptable to move forward without pursuing adoption or egg donation.

The Isolation of Infertility:

  • Lana reflects on the isolation she experienced during her own fertility journey, as her friends became parents while she did not.

  • The creation of the "Thrive After Infertility Mastermind" is highlighted as a sanctuary, providing a supportive community where childless individuals can relate to each other's challenges.

What Thrive After Infertility Offers:

  • Thrive is a comprehensive 12-week program designed to unite a close-knit group of women. Together, they share their personal stories, foster deep connections, and provide mutual support.

  • The program encompasses weekly meetings, a group chat, and a safe space where participants can openly discuss their trials and triumphs.

Navigating Difficult Seasons:

  • Lana discusses the timing of the program, beginning in October, which is strategically chosen to offer support during emotionally challenging holiday seasons such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

  • These times can be particularly trying for those who had hoped to celebrate them with children.

Creating New Traditions:

  • Thrive After Infertility empowers participants to establish fresh traditions and find ways to connect with holidays, even in the absence of children.

  • It encourages individuals to redefine their own purpose and meaning in life.

Changing the Narrative:

  • Lana emphasizes the significance of altering the narrative surrounding childlessness and finding meaning beyond motherhood, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.

Conclusion and Invitation:

  • Lana extends an invitation to the listeners, urging them to consider joining Thrive After Infertility.

  • She underscores that the tools and support gained from the program have the potential to create lasting positive change in their lives.

  • Lana encourages self-investment in the journey toward healing and discovering fulfillment.