How to Cope with Infertility and Stay Hopeful

Beth sits down with Amanda Bristowe and Catherine Baker, the amazing duo behind What the Fertility podcast, for a real, raw, and inspiring chat about infertility. From IVF and miscarriages to embryo adoption, Amanda and Catherine open up about their personal journeys—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. They dive into the power of community, self-advocacy, and why education is key when navigating fertility struggles. Plus, they get real about the emotional and financial toll of infertility, the importance of open communication with partners, and why we need to talk more about reproductive health. This episode is packed with wisdom, support, and a whole lot of hope—because no one should have to go through this alone. We Also Talk About: Experiences of women dealing with infertility Importance of community and conversation around infertility Personal fertility journeys, including IVF, embryo adoption, and miscarriages Misconceptions about age and fertility Need for education and awareness regarding reproductive health Emotional and psychological toll of infertility Importance of self-advocacy and finding supportive healthcare teams Role of functional medicine in fertility Financial aspects of family planning and emotional investment Encouragement to share stories and connect with others facing similar challenges Resources Subscribe on YouTube Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Follow on Instagram Follow on TikTok Follow on Pinterest Therapy Support Website Affiliate Links:  Osea - Skincare By The Sea - Use code QTCPOD10 to receive a one time use 10% off your order at oseamalibu.com Mowellens - Organic. Regenerative. - Use this link to check out clean skin care products we love mowellens.com Bombas - Goods That Do Good - Use code QTC20 to receive 20% off your first order at shopbombas.com Kuli Kali - Pure Mooring Powder - Use this link to shop some of the delicious superfoods we love kulikulifoods.com Little Words Project - Built On Kindness - Use code QTC to receive 15% off your first order at littlewordsproject.com Fusionary Formulas - Discover the Power of Turmeric - Use code QUIETTHECLOCK to receive 15% off your first order at fusionaryformulas.com MomMed - Caring for Moms, Empowering Families - Shop all of MomMed's products at mommed.pxf.io/QTC  Reflect - Finding your calm just got simple - Code QTC15 at meetreflect.com/shop?ref=qtc15 to receive 15% off your first order Deweffect - Why the Deweffect? - Use code Quiet15 for 15% off at www.deweffect.com Bite - It's Time To Brush Better - Use code QTC10 for 10% your first order at https://www.bitetoothpastebits.com/QTC10 CalmiGo - Achieve Calm in 3 Minutes - Use code QTC30 for $30 off your first device at calmigo.com.  Blumene - Enhance, tighten, lift and rejuvenate at home - Use Code QTC for 35% off the Best Sellers Collection at https://blumene.com?sca_ref=7556235.ZiTyRI2G2S