Guest: Ashley Rodón, President of the Carlos Rodón Foundation  Host: Dan Bulger, Progyny    

In this powerful and personal episode, Ashley Rodón, wife of Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodón and President of the Carlos Rodón Foundation, opens up about their emotional path to parenthood. Ashley shares how her dreams of starting a family were met with unexpected heartbreak, multiple pregnancy losses, and the resilience to keep moving forward. 

From the devastation of her first miscarriage to the miracle of her daughter Willow, Ashley reflects on the highs and lows of her fertility journey. Along the way, she found strength and support through her partner, family, friends, and community. Now living life as parents of three, she and Carlos founded The Carlos Rodón foundation, a non-profit bringing people hope through The Willow Grant, which offers the opportunity for families to afford fertility treatment. 

Ashley shares how their foundation has grown, partnering with organizations like the Nest Egg Foundation and Columbia Fertility to make family building more accessible to all. 

This episode proves how the right platform, purpose, and lived experience can spark lasting change for those who need it most. 

To learn more or apply for a Willow Grant, visit https://rodonfoundation.org/apply/  

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Watch this episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/CCfSsklVXes