It's How You Carry It Podcast | Family Building with Infertility

Infertility to Motherhood: How I Embraced Motherhood Beyond DNA (EP 19)

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Episode notes

In this episode, I discuss my recent family trip to Europe and reflect on the challenges and joys of parenting in different time zones.

I share candid experiences about feeling judged by others and the emotional toll it can take. The episode then goes into how I was thinking of you during my trip when I was facing some crazy challenges as a mom traveling with kids. Because as a mom of 4 through surrogacy and adoption (never carrying them) I will always be their mom. And sharing this lens can hopefully help you on your infertility journey if you're struggling with how to overcome thoughts about not being able to carry your children.

I share my thoughts on how motherhood goes beyond genetics and how I moved through my own infertility journey with that same fear. I go into the importance of flexibility, understanding personal desires, and leaning on a support system. Whether you're grappling with mental hurdles or striving to feel like yourself again, I provide some good insightful nuggets for you to take with you as you navigate your unique family building journey to and THROUGH motherhood.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back

00:05 Trip Recap: Rhode Island, Amsterdam and London travels

00:11 Parenting Realities: Traveling with Kids

02:07 Cultural Differences and Empathy

04:05 Today's Topic: Overcoming Infertility Challenges

06:32 Empowering Truths and Personal Growth

07:53 The Reality of Parenting and Flexibility

14:22 Visualizing Your Future and Making Decisions

17:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

30:16 Ways I Can Support You!

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