It's How You Carry It | Women Rediscovering Their Self-Worth Beyond Infertility and Motherhood

Did you also grow up with the notion that if you had to ALWAYS put your kids first? Meaning, you do everything for them, always. You don't let them feel any struggle, make it easy for them, and have everything in your life revolve around them?

I did. And I thought I was failing all the time because I was exhausted all the time from trying to be ahead and over prepared all the time when it came to my kids. I love my kids, don't get me wrong. But forgetting or not prioritizing YOUR needs, rest, and joy because it's "selfish" or you feel like you don't deserve it because you tried so hard to have your babies leads to you just accepting it and burning out.

So I'm here to tell you, you're not a bad mom for wanting to put YOU first every once in awhile.

I don't believe in waiting for a big vacation to reset.

I'm all about saying yes in small ways more often to build the habit that you can carry with you throughout these tougher seasons in motherhood.

It lightens the load just a little bit 🤎

Ready for a reset and maybe accountability and free coaching seems like a great way to get started?

Come join me on 3/10 for my Reset Week!

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I’m sharing how saying yes to unexpected opportunities—like our move to the Bay Area—completely changed the course of my life. It wasn’t easy, and there were plenty of challenges, but without that leap, I don’t know if we’d have the big, beautiful family we have now. As part of Reset Week, the focus is on practicing small yeses first, building the confidence to embrace bigger, life-changing decisions on the journey to growing your family.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:06 Embracing the Unexpected

01:56 The Power of Saying Yes

05:31 Personal Story: Moving to the Bay Area

07:44 Positive Outcomes from Change

12:51 The Importance of Human Connection

14:48  See ya at the next one!

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I did my own reset and had to debrief and share the mindset blocks I had to work through and how powerful a reset week truly is real time!

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One main takeaway is that even when I myself am saying yes to things during my own reset, it doesn’t mean I’ll come out the other end being changed and loving every bit of it like the yoga sculpt class I mentioned.

What does happen is that it breaks down the fear that was holding me back because I already got through the hardest part - GOING to the class and being present in my discomfort. 

The best outcome that you get from my reset week is that they get you out of your head. You realize that it’s not that bad or not that scary to step out of your comfort zone or play it safe.

You get to feel safe being bold today and choose YOU.

Share with me in IG what you decide to say yes to that opens the pathways to finding YOUR version of a reset that works for you.

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I talk about the significance behind the timing of February’s Reset week and the importance of self-love, prioritizing your mental well-being, and the emotional challenges that come with infertility and family-building, especially during significant times like Valentine's Day. But it doesn’t end there. Motherhood comes with its own challenges too and I want to help you as much as I can through the power of resets so you can shine light on YOU beyond infertility and motherhood.

Also, I’m trying something new because I was inspired by someone else who does weekly affirmations on her podcast – I closed this episode with some affirmations that I believe will help you move through your journey feeling more grounded in your truth 🤎

TIMESTAMPS

00:16 February Reset Reflections

02:03 Target Audience and Future Plans

02:59 Personal Struggles and Self-Care

05:49 The Importance of Regular Resets

14:46 Affirmations 

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Recovering From A Not So Ideal Valentine's Day?

Tune in for ways to reset and redo your valentines with more self-compassion.

Let’s talk about Valentine's Day through the lens of motherhood and infertility. I share personal experiences of managing holiday expectations with my kids, the pressure to create memorable moments, and finding the capacity to prioritize my own self-care. Holidays can serve as emotional markers for those struggling with infertility and so I thought it would be fitting to share a mini series I did on IG last year on radical self-love and compassion. I will never shut up about the importance of reconnecting with yourself and your partner while still validating the difficult emotions that you’re challenged with together. If you’re looking for actionable love notes and mindset shifts to help you embrace your unique family story, you’re in the right place!

Let me know if you found this helpful by leaving a rating and review!

Sending love,

Rachel

TIMESTAMPS

00:59 Motherhood Expectations and Guilt

02:36 Infertility and Self-Compassion

05:42 Celebrating Small Wins and Self-Love

06:23 Reflecting on the Podcast Journey

06:47 Love Notes and Self-Worth

08:58 Mindset and Resilience

19:13 Reconnecting with Your Partner

22:48 Final Thoughts 

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Redefining Hope and Self-Care Through Infertility and Motherhood

I give a little inside look into more about my own self-discovery journey through IVF, adoption, and how I still rely on support to feel safe in prioritizing myself to be the best mom possible. I share how my Reset Week is a great starting point to remember the importance of taking care of you first, redefining hope, and maintaining your identity beyond infertility and motherhood.

And that your worth is not defined by your struggles through infertility or motherhood.

If you found this episode helpful, please leave a review so this episode can get in front of women who are weathering the rocky parts of infertility too.

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Overcoming Infertility: Empowering Yourself with Intentional Breaks

I share my hot take on this question on when to know when you’re ready to move on and explore another path to motherhood? While I get how overwhelming the journey of infertility is I believe you have the strength and resilience to take intentional breaks to reset and recharge even if it feels uneasy and stepping backwards. Learn how I used the power of pausing and resetting to stay anchored in my values, being compassionate towards myself, and not shying away from finding a support system to help me navigate through this emotional marathon.

If you’re looking for YOUR safe space to reclaim your joy and peace, to get out of survival mode to make informed decisions and trust yourself. Tune in to learn how to manage the pressures of infertility in a healthy, intentional way.

And join me on Monday 2/11 for the Reset Week!

This is what you’ll get forFREE btw ( if you want a full breakdown, jump toepisode 47 outlining it all):

• Daily Audio Prompts designed to help you feel empowered and safe in saying Yes to YOU  

• A Private Slack Community with women who, like you, are ready to rediscover who they are beyond infertility 

• Daily Message Support (live rounds only) to ask me anything and get coached throughout the Reset Week

  
  

TIMESTAMPS

00:36 Supporting Others Through Tough Times

01:11 Navigating Infertility and Emotional Triggers

02:01 The Importance of Taking Breaks

02:42 Handling Conversations and Setting Boundaries

04:27 Recognizing When to Take a Break

06:12 Emotional Recovery and Self-Care

09:59 Taking Action and Exploring Options

12:58 Trusting Yourself and Building a Support System

16:48 Changing Your Mind and Moving Forward

21:08 Collaborating with Your Partner

22:46 Personal Invitation to Reset Week

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LINKS

EP 37 - Dr. Aimee Interview

CLARITY THROUGH EXPLORATION WORKBOOK

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I talk about burnout from both my career and my journey through infertility and share a misstep that I hope you can learn from.

Infertility burnout looks a lot like job burnout:

- You’re mentally checked out

- You feel drained ALL the time

- You don’t enjoy things you used to

But I totally didn’t see this during my own infertility journey and so I ignored my mind and body begging for a reset. But with my 5 Day Say Yes To Yourself Reset, I get to guide you on the HOW that I wish I had done myself so you don’t have to wait until you break down to pause and reset like I did.

TIMESTAMPS

00:36 Understanding Burnout: My Personal Experience

02:02 The Impact of Burnout on Infertility

04:07 Taking a Break: The Importance of Reset

06:11 Reevaluating Life and Career Choices

07:56 From Tech to Web Design

10:25 The Journey to Finding Balance

12:28 Join the 5 Day Say Yes to Yourself Reset

14:49 See you there!

Ready to feel like YOU again? Ready to build the emotional capacity to say YES to the bigger pivotal moments on your family building journey? 

Then don’t miss out on the live round which includes free daily coaching inside Slack!

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Navigating Alternative Paths to Motherhood: Finding Support and Embracing Change

The emotional challenges and mindset shifts that I experienced when transitioning to alternative methods of growing a family, such as adoption and surrogacy were scary facing them alone. That is why I’m so anchored in my mission to normalize and create that space for the in between where one route is coming to a close on your infertility journey and you’re trying to figure out your next big steps. You don’t have to do it alone and there’s space here for you to explore without the judgement or guilt or pressure. 

What I will also remind you, however, is the power behind pausing and resetting before jumping into those decisions. 

That’s what we focus on in my Reset Week – celebrating your survival through it all and remember who you are beyond infertility. 

Ready to feel like YOU again? Ready to build the emotional capacity to say YES to the bigger pivotal moments on your family building journey? 

Then don’t miss out on the live round which includes free daily coaching inside Slack!

**JOIN MY 5 DAY RESET HERE**

Links to Surrogacy Episodes:

TIMESTAMPS

00:49 Navigating the Emotional Journey of Infertility

02:35 Exploring Alternative Paths to Parenthood

03:31 Building Connections Beyond Genetics

06:41 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Guilt

13:10 Finding Support and Community

15:17 Embracing Flexibility and Openness

18:52 Invitation to Reset

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Feeling alone still even though you and your husband/partner are constantly talking about all things fertility and family building?

Totally normal.

I share some strategies that you can do today or come join me next week for the live round of My Reset Week because you can get coached daily to help you navigate challenges like this when infertility impacts your relationship. 

Note - I am not a licensed in marriage or family therapy. I am sharing what has worked for me on my own experience growing my family through IVF, surrogacy, and adoption. 

TIMESTAMPS

00:35 Impact of Infertility on Relationships

02:30 Navigating Emotional Challenges

04:44 Reconnecting with Your Partner

08:20 Coping Strategies and Support Systems

10:47 Practical Tips for Couples

19:10 Finding Joy and Intimacy

21:52 Invitation to join the RESET!

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LINKS:

EP 46: Difference support systems

EP 26: Sarah’s Interview

EP 24: Priscilla’s Interview 

EP 23: Emma’s Interview

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