Infertility Feelings

Apr 23 2024 24
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Jesse and Doug have suffered from infertility without success for the past decade. Throughout their struggle with infertility, they were overwhelmed with a tidal wave of uncontrollable feelings. In 2019 they founded Uniquely Knitted, a non-profit organization aimed at serving all who struggle with the emotions of infertility.

This podcast breaks down all the things we feel during the struggle to grow our families. Giving words to the feelings we have and understanding the psychology of our emotions during infertility.

Interviews with leading psychologists and real-life stories from those dealing with infertility.  

Your place to cry, laugh, process, and rage about all things infertility.

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