Trigger days or events

Fertility journeys can make everyday moments—pregnancy announcements, baby showers, family gatherings, even an app notification—feel unexpectedly painful. In this episode, Lara shares her own experiences of IVF, miscarriage and pregnancy announcements, and offers compassionate, practical ways to navigate triggering situations.Learn how to protect your emotional wellbeing by planning an exit strategy, arranging a trusted person to check in, preparing responses to intrusive questions, and creating a gentle “soft landing” for afterwards. You don’t have to attend every event, stay until the end, or prove you’re a good friend or family member by pushing beyond your limits.If you’re facing a difficult day, this episode is a reminder that your feelings can coexist: you can be happy for someone else and still feel hurt, left behind or overwhelmed. Most importantly, you’re allowed to look after yourself.For more support, check out my ⁠Monthly Fertility Snail Mail letter subscription ⁠