The Journey of Infertility: Struggle, Success, and Spearmint Tea - Episode 202

In this episode of the Erickson Creative podcast, host Hilary Erickson is joined by guests John and Morgan Fulton as they share their journey with infertility, pregnancy, and childbirth. After six years of trying to conceive, the couple's persistence and research led them to find a solution that ultimately resulted in a successful pregnancy. Hilary also highlights the importance of being prepared for childbirth and announces a sponsored online prenatal class for couples that covers everything from pregnancy to infant care. Stay tuned for an inspiring and informative conversation. Today's guests are Jon and Morgan. After 6 plus years of trying to conceive, countless inseminations and finally a more holistic approach, they have finally welcomed their first child in March of this year. With so many years actively trying, they had plenty of time to prepare as much as possible so that when the time came, they'd be ready. They knew they wanted an online prenatal course and after reading many positive reviews and recommendations, enter Hilary with Pulling Curls. A must for any soon-to-be parents. Big thanks to our sponsor The Online Prenatal Class for Couples -- if you want to know about your birth, it is the class for you! [00:00:00] Infertility journey, labor, and cute baby. [00:03:32] PCOS, weight gain, bad fertility treatment, spearmint tea. [00:07:14] Appreciate people, infertility struggles, and loving daughter. [00:10:32] Preparation, prenatal course instilled confidence, comfortable. [00:12:50] Class for planners focused on natural childbirth. [00:19:01] Scar tissue in cervix can hinder stretching. [00:20:55] Parenting: simple things now require planning. Relationship dynamics shift. [00:24:55] Changing table and slings have mixed opinions. [00:27:38] Morgan's childbirth experience is indescribable and emotional. [00:32:07] Infertility discussed, comment on Instagram for discussion. Links for you: Producer: Drew Erickson