“This is no small thing. It's okay to not be okay. Talk to your team about it.”
Hey, everyone, it's Stephanie here! Whether you're simply family planning, or you're experiencing infertility challenges, something that I learned firsthand through my battle with infertility, is how important it is to have the knowledge and information needed to make informed decisions, and have access to the best resources. I know that going through Infertility can be extremely lonely and also full of anxiety. In retrospect, I can see how running a business definitely prepared me for my journey with infertility as I had to learn how to speak up, how to research, and I did not take no for an answer. I kept going until I found the answers that I so needed and these were skills that I've used over the past decade building businesses. So for this bonus episode of Entreprenista, I wanted to support anyone worried about or actively experiencing infertility to affirm that you are not alone in this and provide you with information that I wish I had when first deciding to build my family. I am joined by two fellow Entreprenistas, Abbe Feder and Jamie Kushner Blicher, who have both built businesses that are helping people going through infertility but in different yet miraculous ways. Hear how they have turned the pain of their own infertility journey into purpose using art and coaching. I also bring on a leading fertility expert at CCRM Miami, Dr. Potts, as he lends his expertise, to demystify the misconceptions surrounding infertility. He illuminates the factors affecting fertility health and the revolutionary solutions available today. From resources to hope, from personal experiences to medical insights, we've got it all covered. Dive in to get enlightened, feel supported, and take control of your fertility narrative. Whether you're an entrepreneur or someone seeking clarity on this journey, this episode offers a compassionate compass, pointing the way forward!
We talk about:
The importance of honest and open discussions while moving through this journey
The mental, emotional, and physical impact the fertility journey can have
Leveraging infertility struggles to drive change
Taking control and implementing boundaries with loved ones
The best ways to support someone through their fertility journey
Abbe and Jamie’s fertility affirmation cards
Creating your village and finding your people
What to consider when choosing a fertility clinic
Proactive steps in fertility management
Knowing what family building looks like for you
The consultation process at CCRM, Miami
Fertility preservation methods and the process of egg freezing
Testing and monitoring ovarian reserve
Balancing family aspirations and entrepreneurial goals
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Schedule An Appointment at CCRM Miami
CCRM Fertility in Miami
Patients can call or fill out an online form to book a consult
Connect with Abbe Feder:
InCircle Fertility
Check out the incredible work Abbe is doing to provide support through the infertility process!
Cards of Affirmation
Connect with Jamie Kushner Blicher:
Glitter Enthusiast
Resources Mentioned:
Society For Assisted Reproductive Technology
Look at individual clinic IVF success rates
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