Episode 53: Infertility - The Role of Humor and Resilience in Tough Times

Today's special guest is Mandy Refvik.In today's episode, my special guest Mandy and I share how we connected and how our journeys interconnected. I met Mandy and her then fiancé when they hired me as their wedding planner in 2013. We remained in touch here and there, but it wasn't until a few years ago when we reconnected regarding another "life event". This time it was a journey we were both familiar with, Infertility. We discussed how humor, particularly in the face of adversity like infertility can be a coping mechanism and a source of strength. She wrote a book based on her personal experience with IVF, called "One More Shot". In this book she offers insight into the emotional, physical, and financial toll infertility can take on women, while emphasizing the importance of humor, resilience, and community support throughout the process. Tune into this episode as we touch on a few of these life events and the impact.SPECIAL GUEST SECTIONWho is Mandy Refvik?She is an author, health tech entrepreneur, and advocate for women navigating the challenges of infertility. Drawing from her personal experience with IVF, she penned the book "One More Shot: Hormones, Heartbreak, and Humor Surviving IVF at 40-ish!", where she shares her emotional journey with wit and resilience. In addition to her writing, Mandy is passionate about supporting startups in the healthcare space, particularly those innovating around fertility, diabetes and women's health. She combines her entrepreneurial experience with her dedication to helping others by offering practical advice and inspiration for women balancing entrepreneurship, faith, and infertility.Connect with Mandy Refvik and Mention The PodcastWebsite: Mandy RefvikBook: One More ShotInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfectivf/⁠------------------------------------------------------------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. xoxoBe Inspired, To Believe, and ProceedPodcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.catalystbridgeagency.com/inspired-by-jacqueline