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Join Rachel and her longtime friend Sheree for an engaging, heartfelt chat about Sheree's tumultuous journey through infertility. With over 20 years of friendship, they dive into emotional stories from Sheree's life as a tall ship sailor to her pivot to nursing, and her candid experiences with IUI and IVF. Expect laughs, tears, college anecdotes, and raw discussions about the resilience needed to keep pursuing motherhood. Plus, don't miss their insights on the do's and don'ts of talking about infertility—packed with practical tips and empathetic advice. Tune in for an inspiring blend of real talk, emotional support, and some much-needed levity! Resources mentioned in the show are below!
To see the ship Sheree and Brian met on (yes, it sank after they were gone), click here:
https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2013/03/us/bounty/
Supporting an employee going through pregnancy loss:
https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/miscarriage-and-the-workplace/employers-and-managers-information-and-support/supporting-an-employee-before-during-and-after-a-loss/
For friends and family of someone going through infertility:
https://resolve.org/get-help/helpful-resources-and-advice/infertility-and-relationships/for-friends-and-family/
If you are struggling with infertility:
https://resolve.org/
Check out our website!
http://urmompod.com
Email with questions:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:49 Meet Sheree: A Journey Through Friendship and Careers 09:14 Sailing Adventures and Unexpected Love 20:18 Transition to Becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner 28:28 Facing Infertility: The Emotional Struggle 42:34 Fertility Treatments and Early Pregnancy 43:27 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Infertility 44:24 Life on Hold: The Impact of Fertility Treatments 45:18 The Pressure and Isolation of Infertility 56:18 Miscarriage and Coping Mechanisms 59:58 Navigating Social Interactions and Miscarriage at Work 01:02:50 The Journey to IVF and Pregnancy 01:06:22 Reflections and Advice on Infertility 01:22:50 Concluding Thoughts and Support
By UR Mom RachelJoin Rachel and her longtime friend Sheree for an engaging, heartfelt chat about Sheree's tumultuous journey through infertility. With over 20 years of friendship, they dive into emotional stories from Sheree's life as a tall ship sailor to her pivot to nursing, and her candid experiences with IUI and IVF. Expect laughs, tears, college anecdotes, and raw discussions about the resilience needed to keep pursuing motherhood. Plus, don't miss their insights on the do's and don'ts of talking about infertility—packed with practical tips and empathetic advice. Tune in for an inspiring blend of real talk, emotional support, and some much-needed levity! Resources mentioned in the show are below!
To see the ship Sheree and Brian met on (yes, it sank after they were gone), click here:
https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2013/03/us/bounty/
Supporting an employee going through pregnancy loss:
https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/miscarriage-and-the-workplace/employers-and-managers-information-and-support/supporting-an-employee-before-during-and-after-a-loss/
For friends and family of someone going through infertility:
https://resolve.org/get-help/helpful-resources-and-advice/infertility-and-relationships/for-friends-and-family/
If you are struggling with infertility:
https://resolve.org/
Check out our website!
http://urmompod.com
Email with questions:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:49 Meet Sheree: A Journey Through Friendship and Careers 09:14 Sailing Adventures and Unexpected Love 20:18 Transition to Becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner 28:28 Facing Infertility: The Emotional Struggle 42:34 Fertility Treatments and Early Pregnancy 43:27 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Infertility 44:24 Life on Hold: The Impact of Fertility Treatments 45:18 The Pressure and Isolation of Infertility 56:18 Miscarriage and Coping Mechanisms 59:58 Navigating Social Interactions and Miscarriage at Work 01:02:50 The Journey to IVF and Pregnancy 01:06:22 Reflections and Advice on Infertility 01:22:50 Concluding Thoughts and Support