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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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Reuniting with Your Body After Infertility

Mar 13, 2024

In this episode, I dive deep into the intricacies of body image, offering insights and strategies to help you break free from societal norms and redefine your relationship with your body. It's time to unwind the narrative that may have taken root in your mind, not because you did anything wrong, but because we often get caught up in societal expectations.

What to Expect This Month:

Throughout March, we're dedicating our episodes to the theme of body image, with today's installment promising to be particularly insightful. I provide valuable tools to help you create a new and positive image of yourself, even if your journey to motherhood took an unexpected turn.

Special Announcement: The Others' Day Brunch! 🌸

Before we dive into today's topic, a quick reminder that early bird tickets for the Others' Day Brunch are now on sale! Treat yourself to a day of connection, empowerment, and celebration with other incredible women. Hurry, as discounted tickets are available for a limited time. 

Embracing Your Body: A Journey to Forgiveness

I address the deep-rooted perception that your body may have failed you due to infertility challenges. It's time to shift the focus from what your body didn't achieve to all the amazing things it does every day – breathing, moving, supporting you.

In a powerful exercise, our I guide you through a body scan, encouraging you to express gratitude and forgiveness to each part of your body. This experiment is your opportunity to decide what you want to believe about your body, with no grading scale attached.

Reconnect and Reunite: A Body Love Experiment

Imagine the liberating feeling of not critiquing your reflection or feeling pangs of envy when seeing a baby bump. I share a simple yet transformative experiment to kickstart your journey toward self-love. By acknowledging and thanking each body part, you can begin to rebuild a positive relationship with your body.

How to Start the Experiment:

  • Find a quiet space.

  • Close your eyes.

  • Express gratitude for your presence and commitment to self-love.

  • Begin a head-to-toe body scan, thanking each part along the way.

  • Acknowledge your body's strength, resilience, and the unique journey it has taken you on.

  • Focus on forgiveness, particularly for the organs involved in your fertility journey.

  • Embrace your body as your best friend, vowing to love and appreciate it every day.

Conclusion: A New Chapter of Love and Acceptance

Imagine waking up each day with a renewed sense of self-love and acceptance. This simple yet profound experiment could be your first step towards that reality. Challenge the societal norms, release the judgments, and start a beautiful journey of reconciliation with your body.