Infertility Feelings

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.

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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.

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Sometimes infertility makes us very ANGRY...

So let's talk about it! Whether it's missed expectations or the injustice of having to be the ones who experience this, infertility can really make us angry. In this episode, we talk about what it feels like to experience anger when struggling to get pregnant. We will also look at what we can do with our anger during infertility. Plus, you get to hear the words Pure Unadulterated Rage multiple times, so that's a plus. 

If infertility has ever made you made, 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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Infertility brings up a lot of emotions. So today we are sitting down with Therapist Dr. Andrea Ganahl to give her some burning questions we all have!

How can we deal with the anxiety of starting a new cycle?
How do I get my husband to open up about his feelings?
How do I deal with family during infertility?
How do I cope with the fear of making the wrong decision?

If you have ever wanted to know the answer to any of those questions then this episode is for you! Dr. Anny is a gracious gentle therapist who specializes in Anxiety.  She is a wonderful guide on these topics and we hope that you find hope in these answers.

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 get invited to a baby shower when you are struggling to have a baby? Today we are talking all about it.

In this episode, we are talking about whether or not we should try to go to baby showers. We look at some of the reasons we would say NO, and some of the reasons we would say, MAYBE to baby showers when we are struggling with infertility.  Jesse also is giving us 5 real ways to attend a baby shower in a healthy way!

Baby showers and other baby-related events can be overwhelming, together we can come up with healthy ways of approaching them. 

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 go to a fertility clinic when you are struggling with infertility?

Today we are talking about it!

In this episode, we talk about waiting rooms, doctors, self-care, and the odd way we relate to fertility clinics. Not everyone going through infertility will go to a fertility clinic but for those who do, we need to talk about what it feels like!

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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Have you ever wondered what your siblings think about your struggle with infertility?

Well, on this episode of the Infertility Feelings Podcast, we will find out because Jesse is talking with her siblings all about infertility!  We are joined by Abby and Ben (Jesse's sister and brother) to talk all about what they felt when Jesse was going through infertility.

This conversation is a great window into how people experience our stories of struggling to conceive. 

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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For some people, Mother's Day is a hard day. When you are struggling with infertility it can be a reminder of all the things you wish you had. It is hard to explain what it feels like to see so many people celebrated for having the one thing you are fighting so hard to get.

In this special Mother's Day episode Jesse and Doug talk about how they make it through days like this. This episode will teach you 4 things you can do this week in preparation for Mother's Day or any other day that feels heavy during your infertility journey. 

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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What is infertility, what are fertility treatments, and how does it feel to struggle with infertility? In this special National Infertility Awareness Week episode, we are talking directly to the friends and family of those who are struggling to conceive.

This episode is designed to be listened to, and sent to people!

In this episode, we talk about the VERY BASICS of what infertility is, and some of the common treatments people may choose to do. This is in no way supposed to be an exhaustive list of all the experiences and options in the infertility world. Hopefully, this episode can be a great jumping-off point for a conversation with friends and family. 

We are so grateful to all our listeners during National Infertility Awareness Week. We hope this episode can be a useful tool in advocating for your own needs with your friends and family! ❤️

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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