The Fertile Mindset Podcast

Welcome back to the Fertile Mindset podcast! After a long break from podcasting, in this announcement, I'm sharing some important updates about the evolution of Fertile Mindset and the exciting changes ahead.   Over the past 20 years of supporting people on their fertility journeys, I've noticed how the stress and emotions tied to fertility issues can ripple through every aspect of life. And how many of us want to live happy and meaningful lives, whether on a fertility journey or at another stage in life. This has inspired me to broaden the support I offer, and to focus on three exciting and transformative themes…   Listen to today's ‘BIG Announcement' to learn more, and be sure to return next week and every Thursday for the all new Fertile Mindset Podcast. I'm excited to share this new chapter of my support with you!   Next steps: See if my one-to-one Fertile Mindset coaching support is right for you. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

NEWS FLASH!! The Budget Friendly Fertility Bundle is on sale now and until 1st February. Check it out here: www.fertilemindset.com/bundle This podcast is the last episode in this current series of conversations with some really lovely guests. I've enjoyed recording these for you, and I've gained and learned a lot myself from each and every one.  Today's is particularly special as Nicola is someone I have known for a very long time. We first met over 30 years ago when we were in the same class at school. Then we were at college together on the same course. And then years later we got back in touch through the magic of social media, Nicola was retraining in nutrition and coaching, and transitioning away from a corporate role and into the work, she is truly meant to be doing. Nicola has an affinity with the experience of grief, drawing on her own losses and bringing in all her skills to support this inevitable part of the human experience. Grief is something that is rarely talked about in relation to fertility and infertility, and I believe we need to talk about it, acknowledge it and bring it out into the open. So that's what Nicola and I did in this episode and I hope it brings you a deeper understanding of how you may be feeling, and some comfort too.    Here's what is included in this episode: The myriad of emotions related to grief, and how giving yourself permission to feel them is a gift. The many layers of grief related to infertility and pregnancy loss. How we may experience suspended grief, and initiations of the soul through acceptance. The important role of community when we are grieving.   Guest links: Book: The Wild Edge of Sorrow by Francis Weller  Go to Nicola's website Follow Nicola on Instagram Next steps: Join my “Highly Commended” Fertility Care Award-winning membership, the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary See if my one-to-one Fertile Mindset coaching support is right for you. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

In this episode, I'm sharing a conversation with Jen Edmonds. I first got to know Jen when she was on her own fertility journey. She was a Fertile Mindset client and used EFT / Tapping with me to support her through her emotional challenges. Jen said that EFT blew her mind with how effective it was, which was also her experience of discovering Fertility Yoga. Since then, and since Jen has happily had her two children, she now supports others on a fertility journey with her unique approach to Fertility Yoga. Jen says that Fertility Yoga is so much more than the work you do on the mat. I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation with Jen, and I'm delighted to share with you that Jen is a contributor to my soon to be released Budget Friendly Fertility Bundle, which is a fabulous bundle of resources that will be on sale next week. Jen's online fertility yoga program is included, along with lots of other support for every aspect of your fertility. It's not on sale yet, but I'll be sharing on Facebook and Instagram when it is, and I'll add the link below when it's on sale too. We're receiving new contributions every day from some of the most knowledgeable and empathic people in the fertility world, so make sure you check out the Budget Friendly Fertility Bundle next week.   Here's what is included in this episode: Jen's own fertility story and how it led to EFT and fertility yoga. How yoga gave her back her power. What an ‘everyday' fertility yoga practice can look like and her secret to sticking to it. How to use yoga and EFT (tapping) together successfully! Guest links: Find Jen on TikTok Find Jen on Instagram Visit Jen's Website Next steps: Join my “Highly Commended” Fertility Care Award-winning membership, the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary See if my one-to-one Fertile Mindset coaching support is right for you. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

This episode with Kristin, who is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and neural retraining specialist, was fascinating and we did a deep dive into the impact of stress on health and wellness, including fertility health. Kristin focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of illness and infertility and supports the body's natural ability to achieve healing and balance when provided the right conditions. With advanced training in functional lab testing and interpretation, nutritional counselling, and mind-body therapies, Kristin provides a whole person approach to health and fertility which you are going to hear about in this episode. I love that at the end Kristin includes lots of practical ideas on how to rewire the brain and body's stress response, and one I was very happy to hear her recommend is EFT. You can learn more about this amazing technique by listening to episode 20 here. On that episode, you'll hear me say that the doors to my membership the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary are closing, but the good news is that it is now always open to new members. So if after listening and learning about how helpful EFT can be for emotional support and healing you'd like to join us, then you can do that right now at www.fertilemindset.com/sanctuary   Now let's get on to today's episode to hear Kristin talk about the Stress and Fertility Link.   Here's what is included in this episode: How Kristin's passion for children's health led her to focus on preconception care and fertility. That stress is an underrated area of health and wellness, and what happens to the nervous system which can impact on fertility. The power of psychoneuroimmunology and the “cell danger response” and what we can learn from it. The strategies that Kristin uses and recommends to her clients to improve vagal tone, rewire the brain to reduce stress, and more!

On this first podcast of 2023 I'm speaking with EFT Master and co-founder of the EFT Centre in London, Emma Roberts. Almost 20 years ago when I was a newly qualified EFT practitioner, Emma's own specialism in fertility support was a key part of my education and exploration into this topic. In fact, attending a training session on Fertility EFT led by Emma was a pivotal moment for me in specialising in fertility for the last two decades. It was wonderful to talk more with Emma about what a powerful technique EFT is and the many ways it can make a positive difference when facing fertility issues or any other challenging moments in life.   Here's what is included in this episode: The phobia that Emma and her partner Sue witnessed being removed by tapping led them both to EFT and eventually becoming EFT Masters. How and why tapping works to calm the nervous system, and why it integrates so well with western medicine.  Why Emma is also passionate about using EFT for cancer and other serious diseases, and the parallels she sees to fertility.  How using visualisation alongside tapping can help uncover and resolve negative beliefs. Guest Links: Visit the EFT Centre online Find Emma on Instagram  Next steps: Join my “Highly Commended” Fertility Care Award-winning membership, the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary See if my one-to-one Fertile Mindset coaching support is right for you. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

This episode features the lovely Emily Ginn who I got to know a couple of years ago when the Clubhouse live chat app was launched. In the fertility support chat rooms, I heard Emily speaking with a depth of true understanding about the mindset side of fertility. Then as Emily and I were on such a similar wavelength, we shared many chat rooms on Clubhouse. More recently I was a guest on her brilliant podcast IVF This. And now here we are, continuing our chat on my podcast now about all things mindset! I really loved where this conversation took us, exploring the difference between happiness and mindset, and why it's more important to work on mindset.   Here's what is included in this episode: How Emily discovered her thoughts were making the experience of infertility even more difficult. The effect of the ‘giant spotlight' that fertility issues shine on us in how we think. Why the way our minds are wired is not suited to the nuances of a fertility journey. What is important to remember when you have thoughts about failing or being a failure.

On the podcast today, I'm talking with Kate Codrington about her new book Second Spring and her passion for supporting women before, during and after menopause. You may wonder what place menopause has on a fertility podcast. But with more women trying for babies when they are peri or post-menopausal, often with donor treatment, I believe it's important to have these conversations. Kate has always been a passionate supporter and advocate for women, and her new book, Second Spring, has a really refreshing focus on self-care through menopause. I was so pleased that Kate was up for this conversation, which I believe really needs to be happening for everyone who is trying for a baby at this time in their lives. Kate will also be joining us in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary for a live chat with our members. If you're not a member yet, then we'd love you to join us for this chat with Kate and also to plug into lots of amazing support for the emotional aspects of fertility. You can read all about Sanctuary membership and join us today at www.fertilemindset.com/sanctuary   Here's what is included in this episode: An introduction to the seasonal view of the menstrual cycle and how this can support us. The seasons that apply to the menopausal part of life. Hear about Kate's “hug of a book” Second Spring, which includes tons of self care to prepare for and then live through menopause and beyond. What women who are becoming parents during this time most need by way of support and self care.  Next steps: Second Spring by Kate Codrington Torn in Two by Roszika Parker Visit Kate's website Find Kate on Instagram Join my “Highly Commended” Fertility Care Award-winning membership, the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary See if my one-to-one Fertile Mindset coaching support is right for you. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

I've spoken with Maria before on her podcast and we had such a great conversation that it planted the seeds in my imagination for this podcast to be created. Now on our 74th episode, I'm welcoming Dr Maria Rothenburger who is a fertility counsellor, coach, best-selling author and intuitive. In this episode, you'll hear about her own path to parenthood and the journey this took her on both in her own life and in the way she supports others in her work. I really loved the perspective Maria brought to the more spiritual side of fertility, from her science-based background and training, and I hope you love listening in too.   Maria will also be joining us in my private membership group, the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary, to continue this interesting conversation. If you're already a member, do look out for your invite to the live chat with Maria. And if you're not yet a member of the Sanctuary, do come over and join us. It's the best value fertility support membership available and gives you so much emotional support as well as access to exclusive members-only events like this chat with Maria. Go to www.fertilemindset.com/sanctuary to join us. Trigger warning: This podcast talks about suicidal thoughts. Please take care of yourself and choose not to listen if you would find this triggering.   Here's what is included in this episode: Maria's 6.5 year fertility journey and her post traumatic growth. The change of direction that finally made her a mother. The fascinating experiences that opened Maria up to baby spirit communication. Why she believes it's important to be a “healthy sceptic”. Next steps: Maria's book, Transcending Infertility Visit Maria's website  Listen to the Miracles Happen Fertility podcast Join my “Highly Commended” Fertility Care Award-winning membership, the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary See if my one-to-one Fertile Mindset coaching support is right for you. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

We're back with a brand new series of the Fertile Mindset Podcast! There are eight very special episodes ahead for you with some amazing guests that I can't wait for you to meet. First up today is Nat Kringoudis who is a best-selling author, podcast host, and women's health and natural fertility practitioner. At her natural health clinic, The Pagoda Tree in Melbourne, Australia she has helped over 20,000 women rescue their hormones and reclaim their best life. I've had the pleasure of interviewing Nat several times before, when she shared her extensive knowledge about natural fertility, hormones and women's health, but this time I got to do a deep dive with Nat into the mindset aspects of fertility. It was fascinating to hear Nat's insights into the importance of mindset and how this has evolved the support she gives in her clinic. Nat will also be joining us in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary for a live chat next week, so if you're a member do look out for your invite. And if you're not yet a member and you'd like to join us you can at: www.fertilemindset.com/sanctuary.  And now, I hope you enjoy listening to our podcast chat.   Here's what is included in this episode: What Nat realised was missing in her patient consultations and what she now focuses on when addressing fertility and health challenges. A clever way to handle other people's beliefs and not to take them on as your own. Why we need to create space and lightness around our medical diagnoses and challenges. Nat's fresh perspective on age in relation to fertility and thoughts around conceiving at a later age.    Next steps: Visit Nat's website Follow Nat on Instagram Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Welcome back to the Fertile Mindset Podcast! It was back in May that I last released an episode, and now I'm excited to share a brand new series featuring chats with some really wonderful guests. They come from a variety of backgrounds and each has their own approach to support. They brought fascinating discussions to the table as we talk about the role of MINDSET on a fertility journey.   Here's what is included in this episode: -          A little update on what I've been up to. -          The surprise awards I won and why it was such an honour to receive them. -          A taster of what's to come in the new series!   Next steps: Watch the Fertility Care Awards 2022  (my surprised award acceptance speech for Best Fertility Coach is at 21:33!) Join my “Highly Commended” Fertility Care Award-winning membership, the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary See if my one-to-one Fertile Mindset coaching support is right for you. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

This is the last episode of the Fertile Mindset Podcast for a short time, while we take a break to plan and record more episodes for you. If you'd like to suggest topics and guests for future episodes please get in touch at jan@fertilemindset.com. We'd love to hear from you and are looking forward to making more podcasts for you! In the meantime, do scroll back and listen to the 71 episodes, and keep connected to fertility support in our free group, the Fertile Mindset Café and inside the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary too where we are open to new members and would love to welcome you! In this last episode before our break, I'm speaking with the lovely fertility coach, Jo Dalziel. Jo is so warm and caring in her approach to fertility support,, and I know you're going to love listening to our chat. I first met Jo when I was looking for fertility EFTers to speak at the Fertility Stress Solution Summit earlier this year, and as I got to know Jo I knew that I wanted to hear more about how she came to be working in fertility and the beautiful ways she supports the emotional and mindset sides of fertility. And that's why she's here on the podcast! To have a great chat, and to share it with you!   Here's what is included in this episode:   Jo's own fertility story and how she shut down and kept her fertility journey a secret. Her experience of being told she had “unexplained infertility” and the worry she had of carrying a grade C embryo through pregnancy and beyond. How Jo has learnt that the language used related to fertility and treatment has an impact on when we feel vulnerable. The emotional and mindset support Jo offers and a free Forest Meditation recording for you!  Next steps:   Visit Jo's website Find Jo on Instagram and Facebook Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Have you collected any lucky charms or done anything to “bring you luck” in conceiving your baby? Don't be shy, because in this episode I reveal all the things I did when I was TTC! The bizarre, the funny, and the beautiful ones, and why I believe this connection to ‘luck' did ultimately help me have my baby.   Here's what is included in this episode: How a talk in London this month with Dr. David Hamilton about his new book Why Woo-Woo Works led to me reflect on my fertility journey. The crazy things I did for fertility luck all over the world, and why they were so special and important to me. Why I believe that lucky charms and rituals did help me conceive, and how they could help you too. My ‘lucky charm' gift that is sent to every member of the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary! (Not a member yet? Join us here!)   Next steps: Buy Why Woo-Woo Works: The Surprising Science Behind Meditation, Reiki, Crystals, and Other Alternative Practices by David R. Hamilton PhD https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefertilemindsetcafe Join us in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary - amazing fertility support for just £29 a month! Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Yay! The podcast is back after a week off! This was partly because I was on an Easter break and partly because I was working on bringing you some exciting new fertility support. And now it's ready and this special episode is all about a new FREE fertility support group. The Fertile Mindset Café is open and there's a place at the table for you!   Here's what is included in this episode: What the Fertile Mindset Café is, where you can find it, and how to join us for free! How this new group will give you tools and support to make a real difference to your fertility journey. Why cafés have always been special places for me, and how a chat in a café changed the course of my friend's fertility journey and resulted in her finally conceiving her baby! Your invitation to join us for support in either the Café or the Sanctuary - or both!   Next steps: Click here to meet me in the NEW Fertile Mindset Cafe for a cuppa and a chat. Join us in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary - amazing fertility support for just £29 a month! Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

A busy, overwhelmed mind can feel like an inevitable part of having fertility issues. There is always so much to think about, research, and do! So, in this episode, we're talking about finding a way of navigating your fertility journey that feels calmer and more comfortable, and which leads you to making good, informed decisions along the way.    Here's what is included in this episode: How most people are feeling when they first reach out for support with me, and why it's so important to get a handle on a busy, overwhelmed mind. An invitation to slow down and find space between your thoughts. Identifying which thoughts are the most important to address first.  How to do this easily and effectively calm your mind with the help of EFT   Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Join us in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary - amazing fertility support for just £29 a month! Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

This is another mini-episode this week, but don't be put off by its size; it's small but mighty!! By taking just 5 minutes to listen and then following the three steps given, you will be connecting to your intuition in a powerful way. Intuition is one of my favourite topics and I love to guide people to connect with theirs on their fertility journey and see what emerges for them. I hope you enjoy listening, and I'd love to hear how you get with this episode and the three steps. Do send me a message here: https://www.fertilemindset.com/contact-me/   Here's what is included in this episode:   Why connecting with your intuition or inner wisdom is such a powerful thing to do for your fertility. What the barriers can be to connecting and how they show up on a fertility journey. The three steps you can take now to discover and explore your intuition. A journaling prompt to get to know yourself and what you need. Learn EFT with me in episode 20 and inside the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary membership   Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

In another mini podcast this week I talk about the next step after recognising and acknowledging that emotional support is needed on a fertility journey, which is asking for that support. This can be a challenging step to take and can leave us feeling stuck, struggling, and lonely. I don't want that for you, and by listening and journaling after this episode I hope you're soon connecting with and receiving all the support you need! Here's what is included in this episode: How thinking of your fertility as a ‘journey' can make it easier to ask for help along the way. Recognising what is getting in the way of you asking for and receiving support. A journal prompt to get to know the thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that may be obstacles to connecting with support. How using the amazing technique of EFT tapping after your journaling will remove those obstacles and clear the way to all the support you need. (Plus you can learn EFT from scratch if you need to with the links in ‘Next Steps' below!)   Next steps:   For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

There's a lot going on at Fertile Mindset HQ right now to bring you even more effective fertility support than ever before. So while me and my team are working hard behind the scenes, the next few podcast episodes will be bite-sized and around 5 minutes long. They will be powerful episodes though and each includes a journal prompt for you to continue to reflect on and work with the topic. This episode is about whether you feel worthy of emotional support on your fertility journey and discovering what you truly need.   Here's what is included in this episode: Why it's important to invest time into taking care of your mind as well as your body when facing fertility issues. How giving support to yourself before you ask others is a powerful first step to take. A journal prompt to discover exactly what support you need. How you can use EFT tapping alongside your journaling for clarity and focus, and how to learn EFT if you are new to this technique!   Next steps: Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Today on the podcast I'm speaking with Michelle Oravitz who is an acupuncturist, ayurvedic practitioner, and certified hypnotherapist specialising in fertility health. She uses herbs, acupuncture, also diet, supplements, essential oils, and most importantly the mind and how it influences conception. Michelle is also the host of The Wholesome Fertility podcast which I'm excited to be joining her on in a few weeks! I hope you enjoy listening to Michelle as much as I enjoyed talking with her.   Here's what is included in this episode:   Michelle's first experience of acupuncture and how it opened the doors to her holistic way of looking at health. How Michelle balanced her fertility before she even knew she would have a problem trying to conceive a baby. The importance of intuition and flow on a fertility journey, and what this can look like. Easy tips to be free of the overwhelm of fertility issues.   Next steps: Listen to Michelle's podcast, The Wholesome Fertility Podcast Visit Michelle's website Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

It's my birthday today, and as I turn 45 it feels like a good time to talk about age and how it can impact thoughts, feelings, and beliefs around fertility. Age is a big thing when you're trying for a baby, isn't it? You may have always had in mind the ‘ideal age' to have a baby. If you're now trying for a baby at a later time, you can feel the pressure of time. Adding in the statistics that are often quoted by fertility clinics and the media around age, and we are surrounded by so much negativity. This podcast explores the impact of our thoughts and beliefs around age and fertility, and gives you some simple steps to turn this around to an empowered and motivated mindset.   Here's what is included in this episode: The journey we go on with age and its meaning related to our fertility. Exploring and noticing what your current age means to you. Tips on using EFT to release negative thoughts, feelings, and beliefs around age (and how to quickly learn EFT if you are new to it!) The amazing potential that is possible when we learn to accept age for what it is and make it a tool for empowerment!   Next steps: My birthday gift to YOU: The Fertility Journey Boost Sheet  For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Secondary infertility is one of the less talked about fertility issues, but definitely needs acknowledgment, conversations around it, and support too. Secondary infertility is when you find it difficult to get pregnant or stay pregnant when you try for a second or subsequent baby. For some, this is a continuation of the fertility issues they had when they first tried for a baby, and may mean going through the same steps and the same treatment as they did the first time. It can also strike for the first time when you're trying for a subsequent baby after an easy, natural conception before. And this can be equally puzzling as you think back to the first experience of trying for a baby that was so easy and straightforward, and wonder why it's not happening this time. Here's what is included in this episode: Why it can be so difficult to talk about secondary infertility. Some steps to take to start acknowledging how you feel and bring in support. What is needed by everyone on a fertility journey, regardless of whether they have a child yet or not. My own experience and understanding of my secondary infertility. The key questions I ask to see if there is a block to having another baby.   Next steps: Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

This week I am celebrating 21 years in business. 14th February 2001 was when I saw my very first client which was for reflexology. EFT soon followed and then my work evolved into Fertile Mindset, fully focused on emotional support and healing on a fertility journey. It's been an amazing 21 years, and such a privilege to connect with and support thousands of people from all over the world. They have taught me so much, which means I'm always learning and growing, and I'm sure the next 21 years will be just as interesting and amazing! For now, I'd like to gift you something in this episode. After 21 years of fertility support, here are 21 things I'd love you to know.  Here's what is included in this episode: 21 messages from me to you, things I'd love you to reflect on. Notice if these words resonate and comfort, or bring up questions or doubts. Use these words as affirmations, and as tapping prompts to release any unhelpful thoughts and beliefs. If you would like to see these 21 messages written down, you can read the transcript at www.fertilemindset.com/episode-061   Next steps: An invitation for you to send in your questions and requests which I will answer on the podcast by completing this form here. For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

This episode is on something useful and practical, to make it easy to bring emotional support into your fertility plan. For emotional support to make a real positive difference to you and your experience of your fertility journey, it needs to always be present and to be consistent. And it also needs to be realistic and easy to step into. On the podcast today I take you through three steps, with 3 questions and the answers will give you your own emotional support plan.    Here's what is included in this episode:   An invitation to create your own emotional support plan for your fertility journey. The three important questions to ask yourself that will make sure you have an effective approach to emotional wellbeing while you wait for your baby. A peek into the BLOSSOM membership level of the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary membership and how it can cover all aspects of your emotional support. Your last chance today to join us in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary, or purchase the amazing value VIP ticket to the Fertility Stress Solution Summit!    Next steps: Both closing today: Purchase your VIP ticket to the Fertility Stress Solution Summit (include a month of Sanctuary membership for free!) Or join the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary on the fully supported BLOSSOM level Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

In this episode, you can listen to a chat I had with Vanessa Gillis-Phelps who is the founder of Queer Fertility where she coaches individuals and couples with tailored support to meet the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ community. She's a mother herself alongside her wife, having conceived two amazing donor-conceived kids. In this conversation, we also explore Vanessa's other passion of spirit baby communication.    Here's what is included in this episode:   The trying to conceive challenges faced by the LGBTQ community and the added pressure she experienced with donor treatment. How EFT supported Vanessa and helped her start to heal from her miscarriage. What it can mean to connect with your baby before they are conceived. Vanessa is also at the Fertility Stress Solution Summit this week and there's still time to catch her session and tapping here: https://www.fertilemindset.com/fertilitystresssolution/   Next steps: Join us for free at the Fertility Stress Solution Summit happening right NOW! Visit Vanessa's website Find Vanessa's group on Facebook Follow Vanessa on Instagram Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

In this episode, I'm sharing a chat I had with Nicola Salmon from Fat Positive Fertility. Nicola is doing amazing and much-needed work supporting people as they navigate getting pregnant and seeking fertility treatment in a weight-obsessed world. She's the author of the popular book “Fat and Fertile”, and she uses her unique fat positive framework to support people in finding their own version of health without diets, to advocate for their bodies, relearn how to trust their body and believe in their ability to get pregnant. In this conversation, we also talk about our mutual love of the technique EFT, how she used it herself, and now in her coaching.    Here's what is included in this episode:   Nicola's story and how she decided to support fat folks who are trying to conceive. The impact of the judgement and shame that's felt around weight in fertility appointments. The four pillars of support in Nicola's Fat Positive Fertility coaching. What Nicola is bringing to the Fertility Stress Solution Summit and your invitation to join us! Register for free here: https://www.fertilemindset.com/fertilitystresssolution/    Next steps: Join us for free at the Fertility Stress Solution Summit starting 1st February Visit Nicola's website Find Nicola on Facebook Follow Nicola on Instagram Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

In this episode, I'm speaking with Fran Migliorati who is a fertility and mindset coach based in London, UK. Having been through her own fertility journey and survived ectopic pregnancy to become an IVF twin mum, Fran uses everything she learnt and experienced to support others on a fertility journey. In this chat we hear Fran's own fertility story and how this led to her making big changes in her career and life, and what she'd love you to know about mindfulness! Here's what is included in this episode: Fran's TTC story, her emotional breakdown, and how she turned her wounds into wisdom. What mindfulness is, why it seems unreachable, and how we can easily create a mindfulness practice. How we can use EFT alongside mindfulness, and the powerful steps EFT takes us through. How Fran will be supporting you at the Fertility Stress Solution Summit starting 1st February. Join us at the summit here: https://www.fertilemindset.com/fertilitystresssolution/   Next steps: Join us for free at the Fertility Stress Solution Summit starting 1st February  Visit Fran's website Find Fran on Facebook Follow Fran on Instagram Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

At the heart of all the mindset and emotional support I offer at Fertile Mindset is an amazingly effective technique called EFT. It's brilliant at soothing stress and releasing any and all negative emotions, thoughts and beliefs. There's just one problem though; it looks a bit weird!! EFT involves using your own fingertips to tap on points on the face, head, hands and upper body to release stress and rebalance our emotional state. The tapping means that most people prefer to tap in private, but there are huge benefits to tapping in public too! Whether or not you feel brave enough to use EFT in public, have a listen to this episode and be curious about how tapping anytime, anywhere could be a game changer for your emotional health and wellbeing.   Here's what is included in this episode: 3 reasons why using EFT in public could be a great thing to do! How tapping in public can help you as well as those around you. The ways I've used tapping in public places Ideas for discrete ways to tap Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram  

Welcome to the first episode of the Fertile Mindset Podcast in 2022. Although we're almost a week into the new year now, I'd like to wish you a Happy New Year and also acknowledge how you may be feeling. When you're on a fertility journey the new year can be a time for a renewed focus and energy, maybe making new plans or taking new steps, and it can also be an overwhelming time when you're not sure what to focus on. The temptation is there to use the fresh start of a new year to take lots of action, but this doesn't always feel good and may not be a good approach for you and your fertility. Here's what is included in this episode: Sharing the Tapping Tip sent to my Fertile Mindset Sanctuary members, titled: New Year, New Plan? Or Not… 3 steps to help you feel calm and mentally strong at the start of this year. An invitation for you to send in your questions and requests which I will answer on the podcast by completing this form here. How sending in your request to the podcast could be a positive mindset shift for you and the rest of your fertility journey!   Next steps: Send me your questions and requests for future podcast episodes. I'd love to hear from you! Complete the form here: https://forms.gle/WTZeytYHa6eKpgJZ7  Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

2021 has been quite a year hasn't it? In this final podcast episode of the year, I invite you to look at your fertility journey and experience of the past 12 months in a new way. And I would also love you to join me in transitioning into the next year with kindness and support. Wishing you a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year filled with more moments of joy and some wonderful surprises along the way too. I'll see you in 2022!   Here's what is included in this episode: What my first year of podcasting has been like! Taking a wider more inclusive view on the year that is ending. An invitation to journal and transition between the years in a healing and supportive way. My wishes for you in the year to come. Next steps: Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Christmas can be a difficult time when you're still waiting for your baby. Seeing family and friends, much of the celebrations being centred on children, and the worry that you'll be asked probing questions about when you'll be having a baby. And maybe you are feeling particularly sensitive right now after a setback or loss. This episode is to help you create your own perfect Christmas, protect yourself in challenging situations, and rediscover the joy of the season. I hope you find support within this episode, and I wish you a happy Christmas.   Here's what is included in this episode: Recognising the pressure and expectations at this time of year, and how you may be feeling. Creating a Christmas that is exactly what you need with some new traditions too. A simple technique to protect yourself and your energy at family gatherings. Bringing joy into your fertility journey and life with guided EFT on Instagram Next steps: Learn how to do EFT and be guided through a tapping round in episode 20 Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Rachel Bolton from Plan Yourself Pregnant was my first guest on the Fertile Mindset Podcast back in episode 3 which was released on our launch day on 1st January 2021. Rachel recently invited me into her lovely Fertility Heroes group on Facebook a couple of weeks ago, and we had a conversation about all things mindset and why it's a vital part of a fertility journey. It was a really lovely chat about both of our approaches to mindset work in relation to fertility. I think you'd like to listen to it too, so I was thrilled when Rachel sent me the recording to share with you, my wonderful podcast listeners! We talk about so much here, and there's such a synergy in the way that we support people on a fertility journey. I hope you enjoy listening and find some useful support for you within our conversation.   Here's what is included in this episode: What do we mean by “mindset” and why is this important on a fertility journey? The most common mindset issue that is most often the reason people seek support with me. Our thoughts on “taking a break” from trying for a baby when it gets too stressful. The importance of the meaning we give to what happens on our fertility journey. Next steps: Join Rachel's Fertility Heroes Facebook group My favourite mindset books: Untamed by Glennon Doyle, Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It by Kamal Ravikant, The ONE Thing by Garry Keller Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram  

The "what if?" questions and thoughts that can keep us up at night, and tap into our greatest fear and worries about the future. “What if I don't get pregnant this year?”, “What if I never have a baby?”. In this episode we talk about these questions, and how acknowledging and addressing them can be the biggest gift to yourself and your fertility journey.   Here's what is included in this episode: How the “what if?” questions can impact on us and our emotional wellbeing. My own experience of working through my questions and fears, and how this lead me to my babies. How you can address your own questions and use EFT tapping on the emotions that come up. Why I believe this is some of the most important mindset work you can do. Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram    

See that number above!! It's the 50th episode of the Fertile Mindset Podcast! To celebrate reaching this milestone, the fabulous guests who've joined me, and the thousands of listeners, I'd love to invite you to sit down with me for a cup of tea and a chat. This episode is something a little different where I share a “pep talk” with you to give you a boost, support, and inspiration to live your life with courage, determination and gentleness towards yourself. So I invite you to take a few minutes out of your day to listen in. I hope you find this short episode useful, and it's one you may revisit whenever you feel in need of a boost. Listen to the end for an important question to ask yourself… I'd love to hear your answers! Feel free to let share it with me here: https://www.fertilemindset.com/contact-me/   Next steps: Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

While I was having a tidy up of my audio files, I came across this talk from an event I ran a few years ago called Your Empowered Path to Parenthood. In this talk, I share how it's important to feel empowered on your fertility journey, and the 3 steps you can take to go from feeling out of control and disempowered - which is a common place to get to, especially when your trying to conceive has been medicalised - and get back to feeling strong and empowered, and having ownership of your fertility once more. I hope you enjoy listening and putting the 3 steps into action.   Here's what is included in this episode: How and why we become disempowered on a fertility journey and what the impact can be. Taking back ownership of your fertility support team, and the surprising additions you can make to your team that are not people! Mastering your emotional response to triggers, the questions you can ask yourself to get clear, and the technique that will make it easy to connect with your most natural and supportive mindset. Owning the decisions that you make and freeing yourself of outside influences that can be confusing so you can calmly make good decisions that are right for you. Next steps: Learn how to do EFT and be guided through a tapping round in episode 20 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram  

Solo parenthood is increasingly becoming an option for many, and Mel is a wonderful guide and supporter for anyone considering solo parenting by choice. She has her own experience of the challenges and realities of deciding to parent as a single mum and now leads amazing communities to bring others the support, insights and friendships she wished she'd had from the start.    Here's what is included in this episode: The different places from which a journey into solo parenthood can start, and how it can feel like you're the first person to ever make this choice. Why it's so important to have clarity and leave comparison behind, and how society can make this challenging. How it's essential to have a support network or Mum Tribe, and how Mel loves to connect people through “solo mum matchmaking”. The importance of questioning and reframing beliefs around the fairy tales of marriage and parenting we've been brought up with. Next steps: Join Mel's free Facebook community The Stork and I Mum Tribe Visit Mel's website Follow Mel on Instagram Listen to The Stork and I Podcast Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram    

In this episode I speak with Mindset and Holistic Fertility Coach Monica Bivas, who through her own experience of fertility issues, IVF and loss has become an empathic and supportive voice in the fertility community. She's the author of the book The IVF Planner, and she focuses her support for people who are having fertility treatment, are pregnant after infertility, or have experienced pregnancy and baby loss. I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation.  CONTENT WARNING: As Monica shares her experience there is talk about pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and suicidal thoughts.   Here's what is included in this episode:   Monica's story of fertility issues, IVF and loss and why mindset and emotional support was invaluable. The experience of grief on a fertility journey and how this can be supported  Can infertility and loss make us stronger? How to keep the romance flame with your partner alive while walking this path.   Next steps: Follow Monica on Instagram Download her free meditation Download her fertility colouring sheets Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

In this second episode about my own path to parenthood I share what happened when we decided to try for another baby, and how this ultimately led to us adopting a baby boy and completing our family. If adoption is on your radar in any way, you may also find episode 42 useful to listen to, “Why don't you just adopt?”. And you can find the first part of my own story on episode 45, My Fertility Story.  Here's what is included in this episode: The surprises we faced as we tried for baby #2. The challenges of coming to a joint decision when changing from TTC to adoption, and how we managed it. My experience of the whole adoption process from the first moment we considered it to when we brought our baby boy home. The things we did that made it so easy for us to bond with our baby, and helped him get to know us too before we even met. Next Steps: Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

After touching on our adoption experience in episode 42 “Why don't you just adopt?” I received lots of messages asking me to share more about our adoption story. Before I do this, I thought I should start where it all began, when we first decided to try for a baby. So, this week's podcast is My Fertility Story and next week's will be My Adoption Story. My stories may have similarities to yours or be completely different, and no two experiences are ever the same. But I hope you find support, inspiration and hope within these two episodes, and more understanding about why Fertile Mindset exists and how my experiences help me support you with empathy and understanding. Here's what is included in this episode: Why my fertility story began at age 10, and most likely before I was born. How EFT helped me make the biggest and best decision of my life. Advocating for myself and my fertility, and walking out on my fertility doctor. The adrenaline fuelled dash that led to me finally becoming a mother!   Next steps: Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

It was an absolute delight to speak with the lovely Alice Rose. You may know Alice from Instagram where she has an account, started after having IVF herself, to support and inspire the fertility community. She's also led some brilliant social media campaigns to advise and educate others on how they can best support people facing fertility issues. Over time Alice has developed her support offerings and has also recently qualified as a transformational coach to be able to offer even more support. I was thrilled when Alice agreed to join me on the podcast and we had a wonderful conversation about the mindset piece and emotional side of the fertility experience. I hope you enjoy listening!   Here's what is included in this episode: Alice shares how her fertility story began and how it quickly became overwhelming. The one book that Alice read that changed everything for her (and no, it's not a fertility book!). The support team she created and how this made a difference to her fertility journey. What self-compassion means, how we can bring it into our lives, and the strength it connects us to. Next steps: Follow Alice on Instagram  Listen to Alice's podcast Fertility Life Raft  Read more about Reclaim  The book that Alice recommended (I've now bought a copy!)  Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

It can feel impossible to stay strong during a long and challenging path to parenthood. You may think of yourself as a strong person, but fertility issues can truly test our limits. As each month passes and you're still not pregnant, you may ask yourself “How much more of this can I take?”. When people contact me for one-to-one support they tell me that they feel like they want to give up, but there's also a contrasting need to keep going on their fertility journey. Does that sound familiar to you? This is when a fertility journey can turn into a difficult uphill struggle, which takes every ounce of your strength and resilience. If you feel you're running on empty and you're not sure how to keep going, then the tips I'm going to share in this podcast on how to find strength are for you. Here's what is included in this episode: Where we can borrow strength from when our reserves are running low. Why it's so important to give yourself some slack. What “extreme de-stressing'' is and how you can easily practice it. How connecting to faith, hope and trust can also connect you to your strength. Next Steps: Learn how to do EFT and be guided through a tapping round in episode 20. Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

As an adoptive mother myself, the topic of this podcast episode is close to my heart. Have you ever been asked, “why don't you just adopt?” This is one of those unhelpful pieces of advice given by people who don't have much, or perhaps any, understanding of what it's like to have fertility issues. It seems that once they find out that's what you're dealing with, they feel compelled to say something as ridiculous as “why don't you just adopt?”. In this episode, I share my own thoughts on adoption which I hope you find helpful, whether you are currently considering adoption or maybe just want to have it in the background as an option for now. Here's what is included in this episode: How it feels to be told you should “just adopt” and what is actually behind making that decision.  The unique challenges involved in the process of adopting and being an adoptive family, and the gifts it brings too.  The practicalities of adoption and the steps you'll need to take towards adopting a child. The mindset side of adopting and the one thing that helped me to have a successful and enjoyable adoption process. Next Steps Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

On the podcast today I'm sharing a talk I gave a few years back at an event called Fertility at 40+. However what I share here could apply to anyone facing fertility issues, whatever their age.  When we think of the emotional side of fertility, most of us will think first of the stress related to fertility challenges. But there are many ways our emotions, thoughts and beliefs can impact our fertility journey, and in this episode, I share three key areas which I believe most people will benefit from addressing. Here's what is included in this episode: How recognising and letting go of certain beliefs you have around your fertility could have a positive impact on how your fertility journey plays out. The importance of ease and clarity when exploring your fertility options and possible paths to parenthood.  Using extreme stress management as an excellent approach to self-care and emotional wellbeing. How to address these issues and the one technique I recommend for authentic, positive change and an invitation to join the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary: https://www.fertilemindset.com/sanctuary/ Next steps: Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

I'm excited to share that for a few days we are welcoming new subscription members into the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary! Members who join the BLOSSOM level receive full access to all my Fertile Mindset support resources, including direct support and coaching with me. This is the last time this year that the Sanctuary will be fully open, so I'm dedicating this week's podcast to sharing how being a member could be the best thing you do for your fertility journey! Have a listen and find out how the Sanctuary could make a big positive difference to your emotional wellbeing while you wait for your baby. Doors are open now and close again on 21st September. Here's what is included in this episode: Exactly what the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary is and what's included in the BLOSSOM level, which is the paid subscription level of membership What you can expect when you join the Sanctuary including two welcome gifts one of which is sent in the post to you! An extra special support resource I'm adding to the Sanctuary this month! And a few words from some of our members that they wanted me to share with you You can join the Sanctuary here: https://www.fertilemindset.com/sanctuary/  - only open until Tuesday 21st September! Next steps: Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

When we think of surrendering it can sound like giving up, but the reality is that the act of surrender can keep us more focused on our goals. In this episode, we talk about what it really means to surrender to your fertility journey, the benefits of making this shift, and how we can use EFT to bring us to a place of natural, supportive surrender. Here's what is included in this episode: The perceived meaning of surrender compared to what it really is. Why fertility issues can lead to more control and less surrender. My 3 tips for using EFT to make surrendering a natural, supportive practice on your fertility journey. Your last chance to join my free fertility support challenge, 5 Days to Fertility Calm to be guided through using EFT to support you and your fertility!  Next steps: Watch Gabby Bernstein's SuperSoul Session on Surrender For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

In this very special episode I invited Julia Midwinter and Karen Deulofeu to join me and share their fertility stories. Both Karen and Julia had fertility treatment to bring their babies to them, during which I had the honour of supporting them both with EFT and mindset work. Their positive experiences of emotional support on their fertility journeys led to them both making big changes in their life and training as fertility coaches. There are so many similarities in their stories, but this podcast was the first time they had met! I know you're going to love meeting these two inspiring women. Here's what is included in this episode: Hear Julia and Karen's fertility stories, which for both of them began before trying for a baby. How they used mindset work before their successful IVF cycles and what this changed for them. Why they felt drawn to support others on a fertility journey and why fertility coaching and emotional support needs to be included in every fertility plan. Your invitation to join my free challenge, 5 Days to Fertility Calm.  Next steps: Follow Karen on Instagram Follow Julia on Instagram Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

When I talk about the idea of a stress-free fertility journey there are a range of reactions from disbelief to hope or excitement about the possibility. How would it feel to eliminate or dramatically reduce stress from a fertility journey? The goal of being “stress-free” is the reason the Fertile Mindset Podcast exists and is the destination of all the support I offer at Fertile Mindset. Are you intrigued about what this could mean for you..? Then do listen to this podcast!   Here's what is included in this episode: What stress actually is and how this knowledge can be our first big step towards being stress-free. My tried and tested approach to supporting the whole emotional side of fertility. The C.A.L.M. framework to emotional support and healing, with stories from my clients about how this worked for them. An early opportunity for free support in working towards being “stress-free” with a clickable link right here.  Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

When we think of taking care of our mindset and emotional wellbeing on a fertility journey, we often think of reducing stress and releasing negative emotions. But there is one emotion that probably was present when you first started to try for your baby, and when you focus on reconnecting with it can make the biggest positive difference to your experience of your fertility journey and life as a whole. This emotion is JOY! Here's what is included in this episode: What joy is and the part it plays when trying to conceive. Why it's important to connect with joy and to do this right away. 20 easy ways to bring joy into your life every day. How to use EFT to allow joy in and make it a part of your fertility journey. Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

There's a worry that isn't often talked about but is present for many people I speak to who are on a long fertility journey. It's that nagging feeling or question: ‘Will I be a good parent?'. The extra time that it takes us to conceive our babies and finally become parents gives time and space for this worry to flourish and take hold. Of course it's natural to want to be a good parent, but this episode talks about why and how this question can create obstacles on your path to parenthood, and how to feel confident that you WILL be a good parent!   Here's what is included in this episode: Why this question comes up when we're trying for a baby, and how it's more likely to be present on a longer fertility journey. How this worry can become a real emotional block to conceiving. The ways our own experiences of being parented (the bad AND the good!) can make us question our own ability. The beliefs about my own ability to parent that I needed to resolve before I became a mother, and how you can do this too using EFT. Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

When you've been trying for a baby for a while and you go to see a doctor for tests and investigations to find out why, the hope is that a reason will be found and a solution given. But this isn't the outcome for up to 30% of people, who are told that there is no apparent reason for their fertility struggles. They are given the non-diagnosis of “unexplained infertility”. Our reaction to this news and our next steps are so important, and I hope this podcast gives you the support and direction you need.   Here's what is included in this episode: What unexplained infertility is and how it's such a common outcome of fertility tests. The two emotional reactions you may have on being told you have unexplained infertility (and how you may experience both of them). The next steps to take after this non-diagnosis How to turn confusion and frustration into clarity and action by harnessing the power of your fertile mindset.   Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

When approaching fertility treatment such as IVF for the first time we don't always realise the big part our mind plays. Our thoughts, emotions and beliefs can have a powerful impact, and in this episode we will explore what that impact can be and how you can harness your mind to support you through any fertility treatment. Don't have IVF without listening to this episode first!   Here's what is included in this episode: Why you need to focus on your mindset when facing IVF or other fertility treatment. The shocking statistic about how stress decides whether we are able to continue with treatment. The two different ways your mind can influence your approach to IVF How to get to know and master your mindset so it supports you at every step. Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Today I'm sharing a beautiful conversation I had with Helen Davenport-Peace from The Fold. Helen is a yoga teacher with her own experience of fertility issues, which has helped her create a very caring and gentle approach to fertility that incorporates yoga and so much more!  What's special about Helen's approach, and what you'll see in this podcast, is that she focuses on each person and the unique support that they need to live their life well while they wait for their baby.    Here's what is included in this episode: Helen's journey through TTC and fertility treatment and what she learnt about emotional challenges and needs at this time. The importance of “living well” both physically and mentally when we experience overwhelm and anxiety. Simple and easy practical tips to take away and incorporate into your life. How The Fold was founded as a hub for those touched by fertility issues and how it is growing. Next steps: Follow Helen on Instagram Visit Helen's website Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram

Overwhelm is a place many of us get to on a fertility journey and it can feel impossible to move through. The extra time and energy needed for fertility appointments, research, reading, therapies and treatments can be all-consuming and confusing. If you feel like you have too much on your plate and not enough headspace or clarity, then this episode is for you. There are tips and guidance in using EFT tapping too, to help you finally be free of overwhelm.   Here's what is included in this episode: What overwhelm is, why it happens, and how it can affect your fertility journey.  How to easily cut through overwhelm whenever it rears its ugly head. Tips for using EFT, which you can do alongside the extra support of a guided EFT tapping round in episode 20 at 17:33. The golden rule of EFT that we must break when tapping on overwhelm! Next steps: For the 5 minute guided EFT to use with this episode, go to episode 20 and skip to 17:33 Your options for one-to-one Fertile Mindset support with Sarah Join me in the Fertile Mindset Sanctuary and watch the free Fertile Mindset Mastery class. Follow me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram