Infertility can cause some severe overthinking, and the feelings that go along with it can HURT.

In this first episode of 2023, we discuss how infertility can send us into a downward spiral of overthinking. Some overthinking is understandable, sometimes it goes too far and can start to feel unhealthy. How do you know the difference, and what can you do about it?

If you have ever overthought during your infertility journey this episode is for you!

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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In this end-of-year episode Jesse, Doug, and Natalie are processing what the New Year feels like when you struggle to get pregnant.

We get a chance to look back on the year we have had at Uniquely Knitted, and we talk about what we are looking forward to in 2023.

If you have ever felt like the New Year is a painful time of year when you struggle with infertility then this episode is for you!

The Infertility Feelings Podcast is produced by the Non-Profit Uniquely Knitted.  A Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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Have you ever wondered what our parents think about infertility?

Well, today we are finding out! In this special episode, Jesse is joined by Tammy and Randy, her parents! We are talking about the way our parents feel when we struggle with infertility and we are looking at the unique role they play in our infertility stories. 

If you have ever wanted a window into a parent's mind when you are struggling with infertility, this is it!

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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Has infertility ever made you wonder where you belong?

Do I belong with all my friends who keep getting pregnant? Where do I belong in this infertility community? Where do I belong after all this is over?

If you have ever wondered where you belong this episode is for you!

Not to make this all personal, and I know you're probably reading this on your phone but... If you are wondering where you belong. I just want you to know that you belong here. No matter who you are, what you have been through, what you haven't been through. You belong. 

Love Jesse and Doug. 

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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In this special episode, Jesse and Doug explain how Halloween can be a perfect window into the pain of infertility.

Plus you get to find out what Jesse is dressing up as for Halloween!

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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Throughout struggling to get pregnant there is a lot of... waiting!

Waiting for your cycle to start, waiting for an appointment, waiting for surgery, waiting to see what happens, waiting for numbers to rise, waiting for numbers to fall, waiting, waiting, waiting. 

In this episode, we are talking about what that waiting FEELS like and how we can DO something about it. If you feel stuck in the wait right now, or you have ever experienced painful waiting during infertility this episode is for you!

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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What does it feel like when someone announces they are pregnant while you are struggling to conceive?

Well... It's a lot, and today we are talking all about it.

In this episode, we are talking about the options we have as people who struggle with infertility when it comes to pregnancy announcements. Should we insulate ourselves from people who could become pregnant? Should we prepare ourselves to deal with the announcements? 

Plus you get to hear what makes Jesse and Doug embarrassed! 

If you have ever struggled with pregnancy announcements while struggling to conceive this episode is for you!

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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Let's face it, infertility can be overwhelmingly depressing. So today we have brought in Dr. Andrea Ganahl to learn more about the connection between infertility and depression.

In this episode, we talk about the definition of depression. We look at how sadness and depression are different. We talk about what your first steps can be if you are feeling stuck in depression. Mostly, we validate that infertility sucks, it's depressing and anxiety-inducing, and you are not alone!

If you feel you need immediate mental health attention or are dealing with suicidal thoughts help is available! Please call 988 from any phone or visit, 988lifeline.org.

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

Learn more at https://uniquelyknitted.org

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How does your unique personality react to infertility? Let's find out together!

The Enneagram is a personality assessment tool used by many people worldwide. In this special episode, we are looking at EVERY Enneagram number and talking about how each number will react to the stressful world of trying to conceive.

To make things official we welcome Executive Coach, Lisa Gomez-Osborn who specializes in the Enneagram. Her insight and wisdom will help us connect your unique Enneagram number with the reality of struggling with infertility.

If you would like to take a test to find your Enneagram number we suggest this site. Truity.com

We have marked chapters in this podcast, so feel free to find your number and skip straight to it. If you have a partner and know their number, make sure to check that number out as well. Or if you are an Enneagram lover, sit back and enjoy to the whole thing!

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

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What does it feel like to look back on struggling to grow your family for ten years?

Well... It's a lot.

In this episode, Jesse and Doug are telling their unique infertility story and giving their insights into what it is like to struggle through TTC, IUI, IVF, Adoption, and Foster Care. If you have ever wanted insight into what it's like to come to the end of your family growing season this episode is for you. ❤️

Uniquely Knitted is a Non-Profit Organization serving all who are emotionally affected by infertility. We are on a mission to bring healing to the traumas of infertility and end the isolation that comes with struggling to grow your family.

Learn more at https://uniquelyknitted.org

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