IVF: The Marathon No One Signs Up For - Episode 2 with Alexandra Stewart M.A., RCC, PMH-C

Episode 2 - The Emotional Highs & Lows of IVFIn this second episode of our series on IVF, co-host Jill Van Gyn explores the emotional complexities of fertility treatments, with a special focus on IVF and pregnancy loss. Joining her is Alexandra Stewart M.A., RCC, PMH-C, a seasoned fertility therapist with personal and deep expertise in reproductive mental health.They unpack the often unspoken psychological toll of infertility, highlighting:the emotional resilience required to endure repeated treatmentsthe grief of pregnancy lossthe impact of societal and self-imposed expectations on the journey to parenthoodthe unexpected toll it can take on relationships and partnershipsAlexandra shares invaluable insights on the importance of therapy as both a coping mechanism and a community-building tool. She also offers guidance on how to support oneself or a loved one through the profound ups and downs of reproductive challenges.Whether you're facing fertility challenges yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers empathy, understanding, and hope.Trigger Warning: This episode includes sensitive discussions about pregnancy loss.Join us at Feisty Fest - September 18-20th, 2026: https://feisty.co/events/feisty-fest/Sign up to Receive The Feisty Women's Performance Newsletter:https://feisty.co/newsletters/feisty-womens-performance/Follow us on Instagram:@feisty_womens_performanceVisit the Feisty website at https://feisty.co/ for info on all of our events and podcastsSupport our Partners:Use code PERFORMANCE for 20% off at http://cozyearth.comMomentous: Head to https://www.livemomentous.com/ and use promo code PERFORMANCE for up to 35% off your first orderWahoo: Learn more about Wahoo Fitness Products at: https://wahoofitness.pxf.io/0GAByRTifosi Optics: Use code FEISTY2026 for 20% off at https://tifosioptics.com/