Fertility Ain't Fair

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around understanding your fertility baseline and taking control of your fertility story through myStoria with Carly Malo. About Carly: With over 15 years of nursing experience, including 6 years specializing in fertility, Carly has witnessed firsthand the misinformation and lack of knowledge surrounding women's reproductive health. A master of her craft, Carly is poised to lead the myStoria Concierge Team, ensuring our users receive the support and guidance they need. Her dedication and expertise make her an invaluable asset in promoting informed and compassionate care.

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around redefining societal terms, IVF & loss, and National Infertility Awareness Week 2025 (#ALLinFertility) with Dr. Olymphia O'Neale-White (aka Dr. O). About Dr. O: Dr. Olymphia O'Neale-White, known as Dr. O, is a dedicated educator, public speaker, and advocate in social work. As the founder of "Through My Lense Consulting Services LLC," she promotes cultural inclusion and prepares future professionals with her energetic and humorous approach. Dr. O specializes in reproductive mental health, driven by her personal experiences with infertility and child loss, and has received the 2024 NASW Emerging Leader in Social Work Award. She holds degrees in Sociology, Social Work (MSW), and a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW). In her free time, she enjoys singing, dancing, crafting soap, and traveling.

 In this episode, we normalize the conversations around being childless after infertility, reclaiming joy, and finding purpose beyond parenthood with Lana Makinowski.About Lana: Lana Manikowski is an author, certified life coach, keynote speaker, and infertility advocate dedicated to helping women thrive after infertility. She is the founder of The Other's Day Brunch and host of The ‘So Now What?' Podcast, creating spaces where childless women feel seen, understood, and empowered. After a seven-year journey through fertility treatments—including several rounds of IUI and IVF—ended without a child, and donor egg and adoption weren't her path, Lana experienced the isolation, self-judgment, and grief of navigating a future she never planned for. Now, through her coaching, advocacy efforts, and community, she helps women rediscover their relevance, connection, and purpose beyond motherhood. Her book, So Now What? (April 2025), offers a transformative roadmap for embracing life beyond infertility, helping women reclaim joy, meaning, and a sense of direction without the children they once longed for.

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. In this episode, we normalize the conversations around pelvic health, battling endometriosis, and understanding menstrual cycles with Alexis Brooks. About Alexis: Alexis Brooks, founder of Alexis Brooks Nutrition, is a passionate and empathetic Integrative Women's Health Coach on a mission to empower women through body literacy. With her unique blend of scientific knowledge and intuitive understanding, Alexis breaks down complex concepts into easy-to-understand terms, making hormone health accessible to all. As a Registered Dietitian for over 10 years with a Master's in Nutritional Science, Alexis brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. However, it's her personal journey with endometriosis that truly sets her apart. 

In this episode, we continue to normalize the conversations around personalized nutrition, functional testing and learning how to navigate fertility challenges from the inside out with Registered Dietitian, Danielle Rancourt. ​About Danielle: Danielle “Dani” is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Sports Dietitian based out of Grand Forks, North Dakota. She is the proud owner and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching, a virtual nutrition coaching program helping men, women and athletes achieve their health, performance and body composition goals while still enjoying their favorite foods. Prior to becoming a registered dietitian, Danielle was a Division I hockey player at the University of Vermont. As a mom, she understands the complexities of nutrition and having time to take care of you!

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around personalized nutrition, functional wellness and learning how to thrive from the inside out with Registered Dietitian, Hannah Davis. About Hannah Davis: Registered Dietitian, Functional Nutrition Practitioner, and Certified Meditation Teacher from Huntington Beach, California. My passion is helping other women overcome burnout, hormonal imbalances and restoring metabolic health. I use functional lab testing, personalized nutrition, and trauma-informed coaching to give women the tools to live a truly nourished and vibrant life. As an autoimmune warrior and (almost 40!) mother of 2 girls, I have personally experienced all the fatigue, brain fog and gut/hormone imbalances that come with it. I have learned to combine my extensive clinical background with integrative modalities to achieve wellness.

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around fostering, IVF, and choosing to become adoptive parents after infertility.  Dr. Anna Koehle is a Human Services Board-Certified Practitioner (HS-BCP) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). With over 20 years of experience in child welfare and family building. As the owner of Xona Consulting, LLC., she specializes in adoption, infertility and lifestory consulting and coaching. Her experience includes federal child welfare technical assistance, nonprofit leadership, and direct practice in the areas of CPS, foster care, and adoption. Dr. Koehle is on the board of the Center for Adoption Support and Education and was honored as a distinguished child welfare leader in the Ujima Think Tank for Black Family Connection through the National Adoption Association. As a former foster parent and an adoptive parent, Dr. Koehle remains committed to helping address issues of racial disproportionality and disparity in the child welfare system and prioritizing the preservation of Black families.

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around prioritizing nutrition, IVF & diet and being an IVF Dad. Jason Levee, MS RD CDN is a Registered Dietitian and the founder of Whole Family Health where as Dad to 3 young kids, he is passionate about helping families prioritize nutrition, even in a busy lifestyle. Jason focuses on supporting families with mealtime struggles like pickiness, parental doubt/misinformation, power struggles, meal skipping, meal planning, and many others. He is passionate about reducing mealtime stress and bringing connection back to the dinner table. Jason focuses on customization and meeting families where they are and bringing them along step by step to where they want to be. He believes the best course of action is sustainable for everyone in the family, not just the child or family member of concern. Jason also helps busy parents to achieve their health goals and build healthy relationships with food to set the stage for the whole family.

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around being confident in your skin, yoga philosophy, and using breathwork for your wellness with Krystal Pinckney. Krystal L. Pinckney, BS CTRS, QMHP-T, E-RYT 200, RPYT, YACEP (she/her/hers) started Embodied by Me to provide gentle flow+sound meditation sessions to empower individuals to show up for themselves and engage regardless of yoga abilities. The focus is on breath work, meditation, gentle guidance, and incorporating yoga philosophy into the session. Embodied by Me sessions enable individuals to feel regenerated, find inner peace, build gratitude, in addition to embodying positive vibes and thoughts.

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around overcoming the infertility journey, being an IVF Mama (2x), and the importance of infertility-specific therapy with Shatiera Amankrah. Shatiera Amankrah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in Infertility Counseling and Certified in Perinatal Mental Health. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, Shatiera has established herself as a trusted advocate and therapist. Her approach is informed by her own experiences with infertility, and professionally backed by extensive training in infertility counseling and perinatal mental health. Her private practice, Seeds Of Hope LLC, provides a range of services including individual therapy, surrogacy screenings, donor egg and sperm screenings and consultations, workshops, trainings for professionals, clinical supervision and consultation.  Shatiera is also well-versed in various therapeutic modalities, ensuring that each client's unique needs are met with the most effective treatment approach.  She is licensed to practice in Virginia and Washington, D.C. Shatiera is a professional member with Resolve, the National Infertility Association and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Mental Health Professional Group (MHPG). She is a professional member of Postpartum Support International (PSI) and Alliance for People Of Color.

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around infertility, holistic healing, and finding new paths to becoming a mom with guest Sophie Byfield. Sophie Byfield (sophiebyfield.com) is a Fertility Expert and Doula who believes in the power of creating the healthiest version of yourself so that you can finally see those two pink lines. With over 20 years of experience as a Nutritionist, Personal Trainer, and Yoga instructor, Sophie discovered the secret world of infertility when she finally decided she was ready to be a mom. For the last five years, Sophie has been entrenched in the world of fertility and has noticed the five areas of health that impact your fertility and a woman's ability to conceive. If we take those areas and heal them ONE at a time, we can create miracles beyond our wildest dreams. Her mission is to help as many women as possible bring babies into the world, so they finally become the mama their heart is longing for them to be. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around surrogacy with All Families Surrogacy President, Wendie Wilson-Miller during World Infertility Awareness Month in June.  With over 20 years of industry experience, Wendie has existing relationships with clinics, doctors, attorneys and many other professionals in the surrogacy and egg donation industry, nationally and globally. She purchased AFS (https://allfamiliessurrogacy.com/) in October 2020, and is proud to carry on the amazing work AFS has done in the surrogacy industry since 2014. Wendie is the respected co-founder of the Society for Ethics in Egg Donation and Surrogacy (SEEDS), a national non-profit organization with over 300 members, providing an educational resource to egg donation and surrogacy industry professionals to promote ethical industry practices. Wendie also wrote The Insiders Guide to Egg Donation, which won a gold medal Ben Franklin award in 2013 for its LGBTQ chapter. On a personal note, Wendie is a married mom of 2 young boys, a health and fitness guru, and the kind of loyal and steady person you want in your corner. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around IVF, baby loss, surrogacy & moving forward childfree with Carrie Hauskens (@bloomingwithcare) Carrie is a freelance writer based in Northern California. Her expertise is writing about infertility and the many tangents that radiate from that experience. Her trademark is vulnerable and authentic writing. After eight years of trying to conceive, multiple miscarriages, working with surrogates, and delivering my stillborn daughter, she embodies all things grief and infertility-based. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around miscarriage, grief, and finding active hope again. Guest: Rachel Lohman (@hopeagaincollective | @rachel.lohman) Rachel Lohman is the author of Miscarried Hope: Journeying with Jesus through Pregnancy and Infant Loss and founder of Hope Again Collective, a handmade jewelry line that shares the stories of loss moms and has donated over $12,000 in practical grief resources to women going through miscarriage or stillbirth. She holds a Masters in Theology and Ministry and is a mother to two living children and one in Heaven. Rachel and her husband Mark currently pastor a bilingual church in Southern California. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around finding purpose after infertility, IVF, and the loss of a child. Guest: Jelissa Umpierre (@rainbowmanifestations) Jelissa, a devoted mother who experienced the profound loss of her beloved daughter, Yvette. Yvette was conceived through IVF after a six-year struggle to conceive. Tragically, Yvette passed on May 18th, 2021. Since that heart-wrenching moment, Jelissa has committed herself to establishing a nurturing and empathetic haven for those who have experienced baby loss. As a compassionate baby loss coach and support group facilitator, Jelissa offers comfort and guidance to others navigating the challenging path of grief. In addition, she channels her creativity as a content creator, using her platform to raise awareness and foster understanding around the profound impact of baby loss, infertility, and IVF. Simultaneously, Jelissa is pursuing her master's degree to fulfill her dream of becoming a therapist, where she aims to provide professional support and healing for those in need. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this guided meditation we will challenge ourselves to only look forward and create a vision of possibilities. Stay hopeful! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this guided meditation we will focus on celebrating our body for all that it has done for us on this journey so far. Stay hopeful! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around preserving your fertility, Black women & infertility and leaving no one woman behind or alone on their journey. Guest: Dr. Maya McCarthy (@thedoctorswomb) Dr. Maya is a fertility coach who helps African American women navigate the sometimes uncertain waters of assisted reproduction and fertility challenges. She is also a practicing, board-certified physician, a dedicated wife, and a proud mother to their 2-year-old daughter. Dr. Maya's holds a unique position in that she is also a woman who has experienced fertility challenges and because of her own experience, she is committed to leaving no woman (especially a woman of color), behind or alone. With her signature program, T.H.R.I.V.E. Fertility Coaching, she helps women to overcome infertility despite the odds they may face. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around destination addiction, becoming an IVF warrior, and turning her journey into a new business. Guest: Brittany Snape (@b.holisticfertility) B. Holistic Fertility uses a holistic - mind, body, and spirit approach, focusing on the whole person beyond their reproductive organs. With this method, Brittany helps women to navigate their fertility journey with clarity and find their shortest path to baby. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around diversity in birth work, misandry, and doulas for all. Guest: Jessie Spivey (@thedoudad) Jessie Ray Spivey is a SMC Full Circle Doula Companion and creator of The Doudad Doula Service. In addition to his Doula practice, Jessie Ray serves as the Operations Manager of The Oakland LGBTQ center and Co-facilitator of The Black Men Connect support group. The Doudad was created to amplify the voices of masculine identified persons involved in birth and birth work. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we are normalizing the conversations around the entire IVF process with Embryologist & Creator of 'Explaining IVF', Jessica Manns. No matter where you are in your IVF jouney, there is always something new to learn and Jessica breaks it down in a way we can all understand. About Explaining IVF: Did you know that there are over 175 million results if you Google "IVF?" Yep, there's a lot of stuff out there! So, how do you know which page to click on first? Welcome to "Explaining IVF," a blog that helps answer questions like: How do I know if I'm infertile? When is it time to seek help? And where do I begin? What's the difference between a hysterosalpinogram (HSG) and a hysteroscopy? Why did my friend get 7 embryos from her IVF cycle and I only got 1? What the heck is "mosaicism" and why should I care about it? So if you or someone you know is considering, beginning, currently going through, or has previously done IVF, visit https://www.explainingivf.com/. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around pregnancy & infant loss, radical healing and an inherited blood-clotting disorder called Factor V Leiden. October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month and we thank our guest Kali Miller-Cox (@glamgal83) for sharing her story of loss and her road to healing and awareness through it all. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around endocrine blockers & endometriosis, clean beauty, and the ugly truths about everyday toxins and our overall health. Happy Skincare Awareness Month! Guest: Kaytie Nicole (@kaytienicole), CEO in|harmony skincare (@stay_inharmony) About in|harmony: in|harmony is a company that is committed to keeping your skin healthy. Our mission is to provide you with great skincare products that are handmade in small batches from the highest quality sources that will make your skin say thank you! Our initial product collection is handmade, 100% organic, vegan, natural and cruelty free. Your skin is the largest organ of your body, so you should treat it with care. What you put on the outside can have an effect on the inside. That is why we believe in using quality ingredients and all of our products are handmade, with love. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Welcome back to Fertility Ain't Fair, the Podcast! We covered a lot in Season 2, here's quick recap. Are you ready for Season 3? New guests. New stories. Same mission. Follow us on social media @fertilityaintfair --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around self advocacy, fighting fibroids & hysterectomy hysteria, and reminding people to mind their own womb (and to stop checking yours). Guest: Carmen Davis (@mindyourownwomb) Activist & Founder of Mind Your Own Womb About MYOW: Your body. Your say. Starting the conversation the right way. It has become so cliché to question women on when, where, and what to do with their bodies. The Mind Your Own Womb movement was created to provide a safe space where women of color and can discuss and share their stories of bias, expectations, stereotypes, infertility, and recovery. I welcome you all to join this journey with me. All allies are welcomed, we truly appreciate your business and support. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around putting your medical providers to work, the hurt associated with this journey (physically & emotionally) and feeling resentment towards the IVF process. Guest: Tanerra Willis, Owner & Author: Amazing Family Enterprises, LLC (www.theamazingcorner.com) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO US!  From our day ones to our newest listeners, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for your support! We will continue to advocate, tell our stories, and bring awareness to infertility, reproductive health and parenthood for all. Xoxo, Britt.  In this episode I invited two of our FAF guest OG's back to celebrate and update with good laughs & even better conversation.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around our 1st IVF cycle, celebrating all the small wins, and bringing awareness to Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28th). About Menstrual Hygiene Day: Today, millions of women and girls around the world are stigmatized, excluded and discriminated against simply because they menstruate. It's not acceptable that because of a natural bodily function women and girls continue to be prevented from getting an education, earning an income and fully and equally participating in everyday life. For more, visit https://menstrualhygieneday.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around making the choice to freeze your eggs, discussing the process, and why it's such an important decision to make for YOU. If you have considered freezing your eggs and need an extra push, this chat is for you. Guest: Ashley Freeman --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

On this bonus episode we are normalizing the conversations around National Infertility Awareness Week by sharing some key facts on infertility and giving an update on our journey. Guest: Bo Jackson (aka my Hubby and show Producer) About NIAW: National Infertility Awareness Week®, (NIAW) is a movement, founded in 1989 by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association. Its mission is to empower you and change the conversation around infertility. All too often myths and misinformation appear in media stories or influence lawmakers and companies to enforce policies that create barriers for people who need help building their family. And still people feel isolated when they struggle to build a family, so we want to empower them to share their story and find a community that cares. Find more information here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around the transition from infertility to fertility through IVF, loss, and relentless faith. Guest: Penelope McCown, Creator of Cocoa Baby Love LLC (@cocoababylove). About Cocoa Baby Love LLC: Cocoa Baby Love LLC is a high-end, luxury brand of infant and toddler products and apparel dedicated to the celebration of an individual and unique representation of African American infants and toddlers. Shop at https://cocoababylove.com/. Please note, this episode was originally recorded in Dec. 2021. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Today is National Only Child Day. In this episode we normalize the conversations around international women's health care, pregnancy & fibroids, secondary infertility, and more. Guest: Kyla Saphir (@kyla_saphir_books) Kyla Saphir is a mother, yoga instructor, early childhood educator, and now the author of the new children's book On Brighter Days. The inspiration for the book, On Brighter Days, came from Kyla's personal experience with secondary infertility. Kyla is the youngest of five children and wanted her daughter to have siblings as well but was not able to make that happen. When she looked for books for her daughter to read about their experience, the bookshelves were empty. Kyla is passionate about high quality children's literature and so she and her daughter decided to write their own book addressing these feelings for other parents and only children. Find more information and purchase her book at: https://www.kylasaphirbooks.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Happy World Doula Day! In this episode we normalize the conversations around reproductive & maternal justice, community based doulas, and how to create your individual birth story. Guest: Kenda Sutton-EL, Executive Director of Birth in Color RVA (@birthincolorrva) & Ambrosia Food for Thought (@ambrosiafoodforthought). Kenda's greatest pleasure as a reproductive healthcare worker has been watching women become confident and excited about the birth and early parenting of their children. She firmly believes in the power of redirecting your fears and anxieties into finding new, empowering ways to experience birth and parenting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

March is National Endometriosis Awareness Month. On this episode we normalize the conversations around endometriosis, an arch nemesis of myself and our guest. Endometriosis is a chronic, painful, and tricky medical disease with no known cure. We talk symptoms, diagnoses, and ways to cope, all while trying to start a family. Guest: Ashlei Stevens (@ashlei_stevens) : Media Professional & Board Member for Endo Black (@endo_black). About Endo Black: Endo Black, Inc. is a black-women-led organization advocating for African American women and women of color affected by endometriosis. For more info go to their website. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around black women & infertility, the trauma that is infertility, and the transition from infertile to motherhood. Guest: Regina Townsend, Founder, The Broken Brown Egg. Follow on IG @brokenbrownegg or FB @thebrokenbrownegg. About The Broken Brown Egg: The Broken Brown Egg exists to empower, inform, and advocate for those questioning or experiencing the impact of infertility, with an emphasis on the Black experience of it. Infertility is bigger than babies. It's time to talk about it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around the "not so pretty" details of pregnancy, being unapologetic, and remaining YOU as a mom too.  Guest: Ciera Haskins (@thecaffeinatedmama_) the Founder & Creator of The Caffeinated Mama and lifestyle blog Sweatshirt & Pearls. Grab your coffee (or tea) and get ready to sip from a full mug!  This episode was previously recorded in 2021.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

In this episode we normalize the conversations around conceiving after 40, fertility coaching, and navigating motherhood.  Guest: Elizabeth King, Certified Fertility Health Coach, Master Certified ICF Life Coach, Birth & Bereavement Doula and New Parent Educator. Her mission is to help people of all backgrounds conceive a healthy baby and carry to term. Connect with her @elizabethking_coaching. About: Elizabeth King coaching provides go-to fertility resources for women. From pregnancy loss support to learning how to be a fertility coach, Elizabeth King helps women successfully navigate pregnancy and parenthood with fertility coach programs and courses. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Welcome back to Season 2!  In this episode we normalize the conversations around black women's fertility and reproductive health with Chiquita Lockley, Executive Producer & Director of the documentary film, "Eggs Over Easy: Black Women & Fertility." Make sure to catch the film January 4th on OWN and Discovery+.  About Eggs Over Easy: The intention of this documentary is to shed light on the ups and downs of fertility in the lives of Black women primarily as a means of uncovering the “taboo topic” and sounding an alarm for younger women to be aware of and proactive in their reproductive options. For more info on the film go to their website and follow them on IG @eggsovereasyfilm.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Welcome to Fertility Ain't Fair, Season 2! New guests. New stories. Same mission. Follow us on social media @fertilityaintfair --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

I cannot believe this is the last episode of 2021 and Season 1. In this episode I normalize the conversations around common infertility myths and the facts to back them up! There are a few things we need to clarify before the end of this year, so get ready to bust these myths together. Cheers to the new year. Join us in January for Season 2! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Happy Anniversary to my husband! Cheers to 8 years in, with many more to go! to In this episode we normalize the conversations around common fertility relationship problems, how to navigate around them, and how to cope. We may not have all the answers, but we sure have learned a lot in the process. Guest: Bo Jackson (@pinkyringplaya) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

A few months back a friend of mine asked "How can I be a better friend to you and others in your community?" I was amazed by his genuine concern to find ways to support and be a better friend while myself and others in his life continue on our various journeys. In this episode we normalize the conversations around quarantine & kids, amazing fatherhood, and some top resources on the "Do's and Don'ts" of being a friend to the infertility community & fertility challenged. Special Guest: Big Redd (@BigReddRadio) Featured Resource: https://resolve.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. We honor and support all of those in our community who have suffered such tragic loss. After you've done it all, tried it all, and felt like you've seen it all, you're left with your faith, two onesies, and a Bible. In this episode we normalize the conversations around secondary infertility, loss, and affirmations with our special guest, Taneshia Yerby (Founder of @ceoforwomen). Connect with Taneshia and her dope organization on social and the web! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. We honor and support all of those in our community who have suffered such tragic loss. 17 years together, 14 years married, 10 years of trying, multiple miscarriages, and 1 live birth. The odds were against them and the answers were in the genetics. How did they stay committed to their journey to parenthood and each other? I welcome our amazing friends to the show to share their journey from the beginning! Guests: Nate & Tory Watkins --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Happy Self Care Awareness Month! In this episode we are normalizing the conversations around self & peer pressure in those 20-something years! I had to reflect back on mine (whew!). Our special guest and resident "20-something", Anissa Turner-Randolph breaks down self love, self care, and her initiative to "Court Yourself Sis!"  Connect with Anissa (@anissalovee__).  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

The girl with the "Unicorn Uterus" that was anything but magical. We are talking all things Unicornuate Uterus, IVF and how this soon to be first time mommy did conceive her unicorn baby. This is a story of faith, advocacy, and baby dust! Guest: Lindsay (@lindsaybfulton619) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Today is National Grief Awareness Day. Grief is complex. Grief is real. Grief is complicated. So I had to grab my spiritual sensei, Kristen Crockett, to walk us through it! Light a candle and bring a notebook. Guest: Kristen Crockett, transformational speaker, coach and host of The Plastic Couch Podcast. Connect with Kristen: Social: @thekristencrockett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristencrockett/ Podcast: https://kristencrockett.com/the-plastic-couch-podcast Web: https://kristencrockett.com/ Shop: https://loveandaffirmation.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

When life gives you lemons... you find the strength to make lemonade! I am telling you a quick story about my very first blog post, before Fertility Ain't Fair was anything more than my personal mantra. How do you move from Why Me to What's Next? Glad you asked... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

Bonus parenting ain't easy, but it's better with friends! Join me and my girl, fellow bonus mom Janna Hall, as we break down our paths to bonus mom life. We may not have all the answers, but we've learned some lessons! Connect with Janna Hall: @jannamhall @leapinnovativegroup --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

July is Fibroid Awareness Month and are we aren't holding anything back! We share our intimate details below the belt and encourage you to get checked this month. Guest: Chelsea LeMore, Radio Broadcaster, Podcaster, Entrepreneur, and a fellow fibroid girl. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message

This is a Public Service Announcement from the good people at Fertility Ain't Fair. For every probing question, insensitive comment or unsolicited advice, we are cancelling this culture today! @fertilityaintfair --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fertilityaintfair/message