Infertility specialist Dr. Nichole Barker shares what she’s learned about the importance of self compassion – in her own life and in the lives of her fertility patients.

A few highlights to listen for...

• Why self compassion is a critical component of any health journey, and especially for those struggling with infertility
• How Nichole navigated her own infertility journey – and what she’s learned in hindsight about how she might have done it differently
• How Nichole fits healthy eating and exercise into her demanding life as a physician, wife, and mom
• Why getting clear about what you can and can’t control during your infertility journey or any life challenge is key to managing the inevitable stress of the process

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