Episode 12 - Infertility: The Two Week Wait

Today's special guest is Sarah Brandell. Today's episode is as transparent as can be when it comes to the conversation of infertility. This episodes jumps into the deep conversations of infertility and the two week wait. Emotions should not be swept underneath a rug and think that it will not resurface. Sarah covers the importance of Allowance over Resistance, and how that impacts your journey ahead with infertility. SPECIAL GUEST SECTION Who is Sarah Brandell? Sarah Brandell is an infertility and pregnancy loss life and mindset coach who supports women on their path to motherhood. She helps women manage the heavy emotions of their fertility journey while reconnecting to themselves and their passions in the present. She is a fellow infertility warrior as well as a wife and rainbow baby mama. In this episode: 00:01:08 Understanding the Path to Motherhood 00:04:47 Sarah's Journey with Infertility 00:06:55 What is PCOS? 00:08:41 Learn how Sarah found out about her infertility before she got married. 00:11:02 Is there a way for other women to learn about their infertility sooner than later? 00:15:06 Understanding your fertility options. 00:21:12 What about support during this journey? 00:23:23 Handling The Unwanted Comments 00:32:29 What is the Two Week Wait? 00:34:43 What is Allowance over Resistance, and how can that help your journey with Infertility? 00:44:37 How can someone not going through this journey be intentional with their support? 00:49:43 There are so many types of infertility journey's. Sarah's Contact Details: Instagram⁠⁠ Website Additional: Infertility Resources RESOLVE - National Infertility Association Inspired by Jacqueline Fertility Out Loud CDC ------------------------------------------------------------ The Inspired by Jacqueline podcast is meant to focus on creating a refreshing place for women who are struggling with entrepreneurship, faith, or infertility. Stay tuned for Heart-to-Heart conversations in which you will hear the transparencies and transformations of my guests and I.  Some stories you may be able to relate personally, and other stories will enlighten you on how to support a family member, friend, or colleague. Click the follow, save or subscribe button, to tune in first every two weeks. You will find a story that  will click the light switch on, and help guide you in moving ahead. If you feel this podcast can help someone you know, share the link. Love, Hugs, and Kisses. J. xoxo Please Note: This podcast is presented solely for educational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute advice from any qualified professional medical or counseling services. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit www.inspiredbyjacqueline.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for additional resources.