E75: Fertility Journeys: Supporting Those Who've Faced Challenges

Send us Fan MailThe emotional journey of those who have experienced fertility challenges requires special care and understanding during pregnancy and birth, with many carrying deep anxiety, fear, and complex emotions throughout their experience.• Growing number of people facing fertility challenges in our society• Emotional sensitivity acknowledging the difficult journey to pregnancy• Validating fears that come from past losses and struggles• Creating space for both celebration and grief simultaneously• Importance of continuity of care and building trust with providers• Heightened anxiety and potential PTSD from past experiences• Feelings of guilt for not experiencing pure joy• Need for compassionate support extending into the postpartum period• Importance of community support from those with similar experiences• Approaching each situation gently without assuming we know everythingPlease make a human connection, go out and make a difference in someone's day, be a positive impact for someone nearby or far away, so that we can all connect a little better as humans on this planet that we share together.Visit our website, here: https://hatchednlatched.com/Follow us on Facebook at Hatched & LatchedFollow us on Instagram at @hatchenlatchedShow CreditsHost: Angie Rosier Music: Michael Hicks Photographer: Toni WalkerEpisode Artwork: Nick Greenwood Producer: Gillian Rosier FramptonVoiceover: Ryan Parker