Podcasts about cat strawbridge

In this moving conclusion to our poetry mini-series, Natalie and Stacey bring the final chapters of Stacy's IVF journey to life through her stunning poems. If you've been walking this path or loving someone who is this episode is a powerful companion.Stacey shares not just the pain and loss, but the moments of quiet courage and the slow emergence of hope. From letting go to holding on, from disbelief to the unspoken darkness, and finally to The Light.What we discuss: The Hopeless: Letting go, hitting emotional and physical limits, and facing a new reality.The Disbelief: Surrendering control, choosing silence for self-preservation, and the tentative reappearance of hope.The Unspoken Darkness: What no one tells you about after a successful IVF — fear, anxiety, and the struggle to feel joy again.The Light: Healing doesn't mean forgetting. The journey shapes us — even when the darkness begins to fade.Navigating pregnancy after infertility — and the neuroses it bringsFeeling robbed of joy even after good news — and why that's okayParenting one child and answering complex questions about family and originWhy the pain of infertility never fully disappears, but transforms over timeHow poetry became a powerful outlet — and how you can start writing, too"The journey shaped me. It tested me. It broke us down. It built us up. It will never fully go away — but it feels distant now. Smaller. In the rearview mirror."Also, check out the recommended podcast Finally Pregnant by Cat Strawbridge for more on pregnancy after infertility.⚠️ Trigger WarningThis episode includes discussion of IVF trauma, pregnancy loss, PTSD, and emotional distress during and after fertility treatment. Please take care when listening, and pause if it feels overwhelming.

FINALLY PREGNANT are a series of unique online courses and support for the finally pregnant community after infertility and loss. We chat with Cat Strawbridge @tryingyears and Nikki Williams-Quamina @healthcoachnikki about their own inspirational pregnancy journeys and how this inspired them to develop the Finally Pregnant Community. We also get into the wonderful benefits and healing powers that their yoga, pilates, and growing support groups are providing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pregnancy-without-fear/message

Welcome to another guest-hosted episode. This time I've asked Cat Strawbridge to be my host and talk about her pregnancy after infertility. Cat has been a guest on this podcast before, we spoke about 'Relaxgate' which was a conversation following a conversation on This Morning about infertility, which Cat contributed to. You can listen to the episode here Cat has been doing amazing work on Instagram talking about infertility, sharing a lot of her journey and has hosted many fabulous Insta lives which I've also shared as podcast episodes as recently have started hosting events in person as well. You can follow her Insta @tryingyears here Cat is talking to Anna German who I've known for a couple of years, and she has also been a previous podcast guest talking about her beautifully illustrated book 'So When Are you Going to have Kids' which you can hear us talking about here Anna has spoken at Fertility Fest which where she also met Cat and Anna will be there again this year and you can follow her fab illustrations on her insta My original idea for this episode was for Cat to chat with midwife Katie Eaves who is a midwife dealing with her own infertility and help other midwives understand more about women pregnant after infertility. You can hear my chat with Katie here 11 years of trying to conceive We changed course however and I asked Cat to speak with Anna as I felt, having two women sharing their pregnancy experience after a combined 11 years of trying to conceive was going to be a conversation you needed to hear. Between Cat and Anna, they have been through numerous cycles of IVF and ICSI, pregnancy loss and donor conception. [caption id="attachment_3749" align="aligncenter" width="225"] Anna German[/caption] Within that sentence alone there is already so much to deal with and in this episode, the pair talk through the impact their treatments have had on their emotional wellbeing. Sadly - nobody prepares you for this and it's only on looking for support and hearing others share their experiences that you can find experiences you can relate to. Both ladies talk about how being pregnant is still part of the infertility journey. She explains how rather than hide away once pregnant and feel guilty she feels its good for us to continue to look for support Cat is also navigating her way through the fact that once she was pregnant, she and hubby Bob learnt they were expecting twins. What is unbelievably sad is that at 10 weeks, they learnt that one of their twins had stopped progressing. 'Dealing with a miscarriage inside you as well as the survivor.. totally an unexpected situation to be in' as Cat explains. She also says how rather than hide away and feel guilty she want to say that I think that its good for us to continue to look for support Anna and hubby Vinny found themselves in a bizarre situation at one point when they were on route to the hospital and had realised they'd not spoken about freezing embryos.. the point is they'd been previously so caught up with all the other things during their treatment that had gone wrong that they hadn't allowed themselves to think that far. Both ladies have been through so much, what has happened is that their pregnancies have been overshadowed, tinged with sadness that they have struggled to shake off. Doing Pregnant things Anna spoke about how the strangeness of talking about pregnancy and how where she works, which is in a new place, they don't know anything about her fertility struggles and that is where she feels the most normal. Cat shared a recent experience being at pregnancy yoga and how she could have been anyone, which she found quite emotional saying how she had to keep checking her bump and asking herself whether she belonged there in this 'normal pregnancy situation' I think there's so much to take on from what is discussed here from the emotional toll being pregnant still takes...

This special episode isn't me, well you'll hear me at the start but it's a poddy take over by the lovely Cat Strawbridge aka https://www.instagram.com/tryingyears/ (@tryingyears ) Cat now has her own podcast called Finally Pregnant, however, she started her presenting journey with a series of brilliant Instagram lives, talking about topics ranging from How to Choose a Clinic, Making Difficult Decisions, and The Dark Side of our emotions As part of this, she recently introduced a new ‘Fertility Lives' series, inviting a guest to join her to talk about their own experiences because of #EveryStoryMatters. Cat is a strong believer in us finding out more about each other's experiences because it may help us be better prepared for what may lay ahead, plus it will help us, as part of the TTC community, to advocate on behalf of everyone dealing with fertility issues, no matter what their story. It kicked off this week with Jocelyn aka https://www.instagram.com/motheringsolo/ (@motheringsolo) who talked about her journey to becoming a Solo Mum which includes egg freezing, donor selection, and more.

Today we're talking all about what happens after fertility – parenting after IVF. What is it like to be pregnant and then parenting after you've gone through a fertility journey? Is it different if you've not experienced this rollercoaster journey and you've managed to conceive naturally? To find out, we're giving a big welcome to a previous guest and friend of the podcast – Cat Strawbridge otherwise known as @tryingyears. Cat, after 7 years of trying to conceive and multiple rounds of IVF, finally became a mum to beautiful Wren, who has recently celebrated her 2nd birthday. Cat works tirelessly to break the silence surrounding infertility, has her own podcast The Finally Pregnant Podcast, consults within the fertility industry, host events and to top it all is now (at time of writing) embarking on fertility treatments to try for a sibling for Wren. We're delighted to chat to Cat again and wanted to ask her what are the most common fears for women who have conceived following fertility treatments? Cat didn't hesitate in answering – the anxiety. The anxiety of pregnancy, ‘scanxiety' and once parenting the fear of being an overbearing and anxious parent. You may not have heard the term ‘scanxiety' before but we suspect you've felt it. It's that anxiety you get every time before and during a scan. Whether it be a fertility or pregnancy scan, that fear never leaves you. Cat talked about her pregnancy with Wren and her need to have regular reassurance by having a scan. Particularly as sadly, Cat lost Wren's twin sister in early pregnancy. Cat talks about how ‘scanxiety' starts from the moment she's booked the scan until she's had the reassurance that everything is OK. We talked about Cat's experiences of how the scanning professionals dealt with her anxiety, which luckily was generally positive, however we all know that sometimes bad news isn't delivered in the best way and many professionals seem to lack empathy. A recent guest Amber Isso termed this ‘empathy fatigue'. Kate recently had the pleasure of listening to a webinar Cat did for ESHRE week on hope and how professionals can help patients maintain hope by treating them respectfully and honestly and acknowledging that it is the patient's fertility journey. Whilst health professionals are becoming more informed on how to speak to patients, she feels that there is still a long way to go. Cat then spoke about her decision to try for another baby with her remaining embryo and how this has been a difficult decision to make, especially as this is her last shot. She is feeling overwhelmed, excited and petrified but hopes that this time around she has more knowledge and the resilience to cope better. Kate talked about how the emphasis on a second attempt at IVF after having success is so different. The first time it's on your having a baby, the second its on having a sibling for your child, so the pressure is totally different.  We also discuss Cat's feelings on the COVID-19 vaccine and how she has had one but plans to delay the second one for now. Since recording Cat has shared that her FET didn't work and has spoken about it on her socials. We send Cat all our love and thank her for talking to us.  Other episodes mentioned:  https://www.thefertilitypodcast.com/midwife/ (Katie Eaves) who is working to support midwives understand how to talk to pregnant women who have been through infertility We also spoke in a previous episode withhttps://www.thefertilitypodcast.com/how-to-deal-with-the-fears-we-have-about-becoming-parents/ ( Julianne Boutelab) about the fears we have on becoming parents.  SOCIALS:  https://www.instagram.com/tryingyears (Cat Strawbridge ) https://www.instagram.com/fertilitypoddy/ (Fertility Poddy) https://www.instagram.com/your_fertility_journey/ (Kate Your Fertility Journey )

Today we have the pleasure of speaking to the delightful Cat Strawbridge on her experience of pregnancy after loss and the 'finally pregnant' community - which is the name of her podcast you should check out! Anyone who needs support after finally getting pregnant, please go to Cat's page for support https://www.instagram.com/tryingyears/

Cat (@tryingyears) shares the reality of being pregnant after infertility and miscarriage and how it lead her to start podcasting, coaching, and starting an online community surrounding pregnancy AFTER. This episode is perfect for anyone who is currently pregnant after miscarriage as we discuss pregnancy and motherhood after loss in detail. Follow Cat: @tryingyears Follow Arden: @ardenmcartrette Follow TMD: @themiscarriagedoula Learn more about The Miscarriage Doula and the online services and resources we offer HERE --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/arden-cartrette/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arden-cartrette/support

This week on the podcast I interview Cat Strawbridge, a fertility advocate and host of the Finally Pregnant Podcast, and Frankie Hockham, Fertility Network UK volunteer on infertility, pregnancy loss and childlessness. Infertility is a disease that affects 1 in 6 couples, the majority of whom are in the workforce, however it is not an issue that is talked about or well supported in organisations in the UK. We discussed: Our personal experiences with fertility treatments, loss and pregnancy while working How you can communicate your fertility situation to your manager or employer What you can do to get the support you need from your organisation Practical ways leaders can proactively support team members or colleagues having fertility treatments or dealing with infertility I hope this episode shines a light on the effect infertility and fertility treatments has on individuals in the workplace, gives both those affected and those supporting helpful tips and encourages you to take action to improve fertility policies in your organisation.  If you would like support with infertility, fertility treatments, loss or childlessness, please reach out to The Fertility Network UK and use the resources they provide on their website: https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/ If you’d like to know more about fertility in the workplace, visit: https://fertilitynetworkuk.org/trying-to-conceive/fertility-at-work/ MORE ABOUT CAT Finally Pregnant Podcast host, community leader and fertility advocate Cat Strawbridge is a fertility patient who has experienced multiple rounds of fertility treatment and sadly pregnancy loss. Cat now supports the trying to conceive (TTC) community and those who are finally pregnant and parenting after infertility and loss. Cat has worked with corporates to embed fertility policies, education and training to staff and managers and supports to all those affected by infertility and loss. Finally Pregnant Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/finally-pregnant/id1463544731 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tryingyears/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catstrawbridge/ MORE ABOUT FRANKIE Like so many, Frankie has been affected and impacted by infertility and pregnancy loss. Throughout her fertility journey, she was struck by how isolating the experience can be and how unprepared they were for what was to come due to lack of support and information. On sharing her story, several our friends, colleagues and even family came forward to talk about their secret struggles with fertility. Because of this, Frankie became a volunteer for the Fertility Network UK and now speaks publicly to raise awareness of infertility, pregnancy loss and childlessness. Frankie wants to help ensure others realise that they’re not alone. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheska1981/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/francescahockham   Carla forgot to mention that she wrote a book on what she learnt from her fertility treatment called Whilst I was Waiting.  You can buy that on Amazon kindle at https://rb.gy/fzspbe   INFLUENCE & IMPACT  Find out more about my 12-month group training and coaching programme for female leaders who want to become brilliant at influencing, tackle self-doubt and make more impact at work. Don’t miss out, enrolment closes 21 May.   https://www.carlamillertraining.com/influence-impact-apr-21   Follow me on:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlamiller1/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisiscarlamiller//     HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST?   Subscribe  Share this episode with a friend  Leave a review     I would love to hear you feedback on this week’s podcast. Please leave a review or come say hello on social!  Thank you for listening, see you next week!  

Many of you have been in touch about the fertility struggles you have faced or are facing and so often you tell me that you wish that this was a topic that was spoken about more openly.Before lockdown, I interviewed Cat Strawbridge (@tryingyears) about her fertility journey. It took Cat 7 years and 4 rounds of IVF to fall pregnant. Sadly her journey also included pregnancy loss.Cat now talks openly about her experience and is on a mission to help support others who are going through something similar. Whether you are struggling or you need advice because someone close to you is, I hope that this episode helps you.Cat has built a great support network and community and is well worth following on Instagram @tryingyears and via her website https://catstrawbridge.com

In this episode we chat to Cat Strawbridge about her journey through unexplained infertility, IVF and multiple losses. She tells us about the work she does to help the community of people who are pregnant or parenting after loss. You'll find details about all of Cat's work HERE._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Contact us via social media platforms or email info@theworstgirlgangever.co.ukYou'll find us on...FacebookInstagram Twitter or you can join the ‘1 in 4' support groupIt's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Proudly sponsored by Peanut - the app where you can meet like minded women who are trying to conceive. Download for free HERE or find it on your app store. 

Today Zoe talks to Cat Strawbridge, trying to conceive community advocate and fellow podcaster, about her personal experiences in becoming a mum; starting right from the beginning, through some very difficult times to where she is now. Listen in today for both an emotional and humorous insight to Cat's journey to motherhood.     KEY TAKEAWAYS   Motherhood comes in so many different forms, ‘everybody has a different kettle of fish' to be contending with. Cat and her partner were diagnosed with unexplained fertility – they believe often this is actually just a ‘lack of knowledge' about infertility. The progress in fertility is very limited compared to other healthcare areas, there is so much more research that needs to be done. Women need to be given more information and be more prepared about miscarriages, it's something that isn't spoken about enough and this and the lack of preparation given to women makes it even more traumatic. Finding a sense of mindfulness really helped Cat. She discovered that when she drew she didn't think of anything else and this really helped her in emotionally recovering from the trauma of infertility and miscarrying. It's very hard having fertility problems and being pregnant. You often feel like you don't belong in pregnancy spaces even though you are pregnant. There's a stronger link between women who have fertility issues and post-natal depression.  Just because you have had a more difficult time ‘getting the baby' it does not mean that you have to enjoy every single moment of motherhood. Cat found there was a lack of support when she became pregnant after fertility issues. So, she created something called ‘the hangout' as a safe place for exactly that. A place where women can share worries, anxieties as well as celebrate without worrying about upsetting the TTC community who are still trying so hard to become pregnant.     BEST MOMENTS   ‘It's something people don't speak about enough…it's a massive event, it's huge and it hurts, it hurts physically and emotionally”   “Slowly but surely I rebuilt myself”   “I loved being pregnant and I made the most of it as much as I could”   “It's ‘AND' not OR'. You can love them AND you can be really pi**ed off because they are not sleeping…there are a lot of emotions that come with having a baby it is really bloody hard”     VALUABLE RESOURCES Eggsnsoldiers.com Eco-aware and sustainable baby shop in Dubai. Use ZOECM10 for discount.   ABOUT THE GUEST Cat Strawbridge   IG @tryingyears IG @itscatandalice Podcast Finally Pregnant www.catstrawbridge.com   Cat is a leading advocate of the trying to conceive community after her own experience of infertility. She talks about her journey to motherhood and the birth of her little girl Wren.    ABOUT THE HOST Zoe Cresswell Devoted mother of two (and a big hairy dog), UK trained midwife, doula and personal trainer, specialising in pre and postnatal fitness. Zoe was born in the UK and before moving to Dubai in 2013 and worked as a midwife in central London, both in a birth centre and a very busy NHS hospital. Although late to the scene, Zoe is an aspiring athlete having won numerous triathlons and representing Great Britain where she placed within the top 10 on the world stage. With her husband James, the couple will soon be launching their cloth nappy company, Bop & Bee, where they hope to inspire families to swap a few disposable nappies a day for the more planet friendly option of cloth. Zoe's goal is to share her knowledge and experience, tell real life stories, manage expectations and open up those often difficult conversations. Zoe's own motherhood journey has been full of twists and turns as she put everything on hold and went through numerous miscarriages and rounds of IVF.   CONTACT DETAILS  Instagram : @zoecresswell_me Facebook: Zoe Cresswell LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-cresswell     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, I’m delighted to welcome Cat Strawbridge, host of the Finally Pregnant podcast onto the show for a special episode on pregnancy and parenting after infertility and loss. We talk about our own experiences and have some tips for you if you’re currently pregnant.As part of our conversation we talk about:Feelings on finding out you’re pregnant and when to tell people (10:28)Managing anxiety (and excitement) during pregnancy after loss (24:00)The loss of a "normal" pregnancy (43:46)How infertility and loss can affect your birth choices and when things don’t go to plan (54:00)Struggling to think about parenting and the ups and downs of parenting after loss (1:04:23)If you’re pregnant after infertility or loss, I highly recommend listening to the Finally Pregnant podcast. Cat also created the Finally Pregnant Hang Out, a membership community for men and women who are finally pregnant and parenting.You can connect with Cat on Instagram @tryingyears and find out more about the podcast and Hang Out on her website: https://www.catstrawbridge.com/. Cat is also one half of the dynamic duo @itscatandalice.You can support the podcast and help me keep putting out weekly episodes on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/footprintsonourhearts.If you have any feedback on the show, suggestions for guests or would like to share your story, you can connect with me on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/footprintsonourhearts/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/skyesfootprints) or email alison@footprintsonourhearts.com. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a rating or review on your podcast app!

In this week's episode I'm talking to Cat Strawbridge about her trying years and journey to finally becoming a mum. We talk about the seven years filled with rounds of IUI, IVF. The toll of her mental health, capacity to work and impact on her relationship. Cat endured several miscarriages, including loosing the twin to the baby who was to become her daughter, Wren. Cat opens up about the community of those on a journey trying to conceive and the unique space held by those who are finally pregnant and moving into parenthood. Enjoy today's show, Cat tells is with such warmth and candour, I know you will enjoy the chance to learn from or connect with her story.

In this episode Anniki (who struggled to conceive for many years) interviews Cat Strawbridge about how infertility impacts on our lives as we get older, how it's still taboo to talk about IVF, how nobody really tells you how tough it is, how it doesn't always work, and how we need to share our experiences so that women are better prepared for what lies ahead should they have to go down this route. Cat has had multiple rounds of fertility treatment and was finally successful last year. She has previously worked for the Fertility Network charity and has a podcast called 'Finally Pregnant.' She also runs events for women who are trying to conceive. Resources: Cat's Instagram is @tryingyears https://fertilitynetworkuk.org - for support if trying to conceive https://gateway-women.com - friendship and support group for childless women https://www.catandalice.com- events for women who are going through fertility treatment Podcast Edited and Produced by Alex Graham Music by Paul Wells

In this week’s episode of Footprints on our Hearts, I talk to Sophie Martin about infertility, being a midwife and her twin sons, Cecil and Wilfred, who died shortly after they were born.I haven’t had to go through IVF so I’m incredibly grateful to Sophie for sharing her experiences of IVF so openly. If you haven’t experienced infertility yourself, I’d recommend listening to her story so you, like me, you can better understand what many women have to go through on their journey to bring home a baby.In the interview we talk about:Infertility and what’s involved with IVF (9:36)Finding out she was pregnant with twins, struggles with morning sickness and anxiety (19:28)Going into premature labour at 21 weeks and giving birth to twins (26:23)The initial weeks of grief and going back to work seven weeks after giving birth (34:50)Having a Transabdominal Cerclage (TAC) – a cervical stitch – and going back for IVF round two (40:20)The impact of infertility on mental health – grief, staying positive and the fear of being pregnant (43:54)You can connect with Sophie on Instagram @the.infertile.midwife.In the introduction, I mention Dancing in the Wings, a play about baby loss. Tickets are still available here for the final performance next Friday 20th March in Chester, Cheshire.If you’re currently pregnant, you may want to look at the information issued by the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists about COVID-19 (coronavirus).And I give a shout out to the Finally Pregnant podcast hosted by Cat Strawbridge (@tryingyears) who talks to women about their experiences of pregnancy after infertility or loss.Question of the week: when was the last time grief hit you out of the blue? For me, it always seems to hit when I go on holiday…If you enjoy the podcast, I’d really appreciate it if you could leave a review on your podcast app. You can connect with me on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/footprintsonourhearts/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/skyesfootprints) or email alison@footprintsonourhearts.com.

Having met her earlier this year, I love chatting to Jaz Rabadia MBE and this interview was no different! Here she talks to us about her experiences of pregnancy after infertility, which for her included over 3 years of ttc and multiple rounds of IVF. She is now the proud mum of 15 month old Diyan and is really keen to be heard when it comes to the struggles that so many of us face to get to where she is now. In among the joy, we do also discuss the loss of a subsequent natural pregnancy which understandably may be difficult for some to hear. I chose to leave it in as I had received questions about natural pregnancies after IVF - what to do, how people felt and also how it will affect any future pregnancies too. I completely understand if you don't want to hear this section, which is between 27.40 mins and 33.38 mins. However I highly recommend you stay around for the rest which is insightful and hopefully fun too! If you want to go and say hello to Jaz you can find her on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jazrabadia/) and twitter (https://twitter.com/JazRabadia) and you can also check out her creative 'side hustle' at Cards By Jaz (https://www.instagram.com/cardsbyjaz/) which include Hindu, Islamic and Sikh milestone cards. Another thing you might be interested after hearing this episode is a TENS machine (https://www.maternitytensmachine.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_eP2hcy-4gIVGeDtCh0lQQeHEAAYASAAEgI_tvD_BwE) - speaking of which, I need to go and order mine right now!  Thanks so much for listening! It would be great if you could subscribe, rate, review and share because we need to spread the word. Cat Strawbridge @tryingyears (https://www.instagram.com/tryingyears/)

In today’s episode I talk you through some of the ups and downs of my own pregnancy to date – 35 weeks and 6 days. I talk pregnancy tests, when to tell, symptoms, twin loss, mixed emotions, panics, bum cheek pain, hospital freebies, baby showers and lots lots more. A couple of things I mentioned that you might want to look at yourself are below - Travel sickness recommendation are Gin Gins (https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/shop/product/gin-gins-original-chewy-ginger-candy-60015211) from Holland and Barrett. - I’ve kept the stretch marks at bay with Neal’s Yard Mother’s Balm – find out more information here on my insta (https://www.instagram.com/p/BvUTM2QhUk1/) or if you don’t have insta you can find it here (https://www.nealsyardremedies.com/mother-and-baby/mother-and-baby-care/1663.html) .  - I went along to the Baby Show (https://www.thebabyshow.co.uk/)  and whilst there I made a bee-line for Cheeky Wipes (https://www.cheekywipes.com/) for reusable baby wipes and also bought reusable make up wipes. - When everything got too much I realised that I needed to surrender which is the best thing I could have done – asking for help is never a weakness. Check out this post by Emma Cannon (https://www.instagram.com/p/BuqXkOtHIHC/) . - You must check out this podcast on the Fourth Trimester (http://fertilityfriday.com/magamama/) ! Thanks so much for listening! It would be great if you could subscribe and share because we need to spread the word. Cat Strawbridge @tryingyears (https://www.instagram.com/tryingyears/)

When you get pregnant following infertility and loss you can be too scared to look up and see what the future might hold – and especially to imagine it all going well. Then, when you are ready to start accepting that this is the one you might actually bring home there can be a real struggle to see yourself beside those who have got pregnant 'normally'. The Finally Pregnant Podcast is a safe place to hear the information you need throughout your pregnancy. Some of which is specific to the trying to conceive and pregnancy loss communities, some which is relevant to all pregnancies but you can find it here, when you are ready. You'll hear real people's stories as well as from experts sharing their vast knowledge. How do I know all this? Because it took me almost 7 years, multiple rounds of fertility treatment and sadly pregnancy loss before I found myself finally pregnant. Please listen, subscribe and share because we need to spread the word. Cat Strawbridge @tryingyears (https://www.instagram.com/tryingyears/)

**TRIGGER WARNING**: Pregnancy is discussed throughout this episode. Please do not listen if you don't feel able to right now.It turns out infertility doesn't stop at two pink lines. Gabby chairs a short discussion between Emma, Cat Strawbridge and Roma Agrawal, who discuss the effect infertility and loss have had on their pregnancies.Our usual service will return on WEDNESDAY, rather than Tuesday. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I'm so excited to share the first episode of the TTC Life Raft which is coinciding with the launch of my campaign, 'Think! What Not To Say' #twnts On this episode I'm joined by the brilliant Cat Strawbridge (aka @tryingyears) and Keeley Dwight (@_tryingtobeamum_) as we chat about: How to cope when someone says something to upset you? Can we find compassion for those who get it wrong? What do we want people to say? Surrounding yourself with people who uplift you Tips for helping friends and family know how to support you Tips for coping if you’re not telling anyone what you’re going through Life Raft tool number 1…join me by practicing my number one tool every day for a week and let me know how you get on. In this episode, Keeley mentions a study which you can read here https://www.news-medical.net/news/20180713/Study-Womens-emotional-state-not-related-to-success-of-infertility-treatment.aspx I'll be discussing more about this in forthcoming episodes as it's such a complex topic. Thank you so much for listening, I hope you love it as much as I've loved making it. Please do rate, review and subscribe if you did! Alice x

It's been a relatively dramatic week for both Gabby and Emma, fertility-wise - but they've also had Cat Strawbridge, aka @tryingyears in the studio. They talk about why social media is helping people speak out about infertility and how to stop IVF destroying your confidence. Professor Tim Child also sheds light on the ultimate fertility rumour - that eating a pineapple can help you conceive. Mild swears throughout. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this weeks episode The Hotbed Collective tackle the thorny issue of trying to conceive. With special guest Kelly Ford AKA @bookofmum we discuss the frustrations when the one thing you really want to happen WON'T. There's also an honest and frank interview with Cat Strawbridge and Kate Meakin – two brave women who've been going through IVF treatment and know first hand the impact it can have on your relationship and sex life. Recorded at Acast. Produced by Lisa Williams, Anniki Sommerville and Alex Graham. Studio support by Ayoub. Useful links: http://fertilitynetworkuk.org/ http://www.fertilityfriends.co.uk/forum/index.php This is Kelly Ford's ‘Book of Mum' blog: http://bookofmum.com/ And you can follow Cat Strawbridge on Instagram - @tryingyears and Kate Meakin @mrsmeaks Please subscribe, rate and review our show if you like it, and send any feedback to thehotbedcollective@gmail.com You can also follow us on Instagram @thehotbedcollective See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.