EP 177: How Do You Cope with IVF, Miscarriage, and a Genetic Condition?

IVF, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, and baby loss — why can pregnancy loss still happen even when everything is carefully planned?In this episode, Jessica shares her journey through IVF with PGT-M testing and multiple pregnancy losses, including an ectopic pregnancy and a missed miscarriage after transferring genetically tested embryos. Her experience is shaped by navigating a rare genetic condition affecting her son, making each step toward growing her family more complex.This conversation explores IVF pregnancy loss, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, grief and loss, mental health, and life after loss, along with the emotional toll of feeling out of control in a process where answers are expected. Jessica also shares what it’s like to experience back-to-back losses, the guilt that can follow, and finally receiving long-awaited diagnoses after years of unanswered questions.If you are navigating infertility, IVF, baby loss, pregnancy loss, or life after loss, this episode offers honesty, validation, and support for your mental health and a reminder that you are not alone.