TTC Society

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#44 End of Season One Nov 08, 2021

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On today’s episode, Kat and Jasmine talk about all the lessons and personal growth they each have gained after completing season 1 of TTC Society Podcast. They also share their favorite episodes (and the community’s most downloaded episodes), so if you are just finding us, you can circle back to any of those previous episodes and gain incredible insight and wisdom as you navigate your own personal journey.

This is not goodbye, just farewell <3.

#43 TTC Uplifting and Empowering Mantras Oct 11, 2021

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Today’s episode is a mini episode where Kat and Jasmine share their most powerful and inspiring mantras to help carry you through this experience. This episode is for you to take what you need and incorporate into your day to day TTC journey.

#42 A Deep Dive into Foster Care with Cathleen Bearse Oct 04, 2021

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Today on TTC Society we are exploring foster care with the incredible Cathleen Bearse. Cathleen is a psychotherapist in private practice and mama of four. A bio, foster, and adoptive mom, Cathleen is passionate about raising awareness for foster youth, as well as providing support to foster families.

We will deep dive into how the system works, why foster care is so important, and how to explore foster care as an option to support a child in need and / or a potential path to expand your family.

Links:

TTC Society Private Facebook

Cathleen’s Instagram

Fearless Fostering

Cathleen’s Free Anxiety Course

#41 TTC Society Update with Kat and Jasmine Sep 20, 2021

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Here at the TTC Society, we believe that you are already a mom ... no matter the phase of your journey that you may be in. Today's episode is a perfect example of that as we share a candid look into Jasmine's IVF journey as she approaches her due date with her first baby.

In an unexpected twist to today's episode, Kat interviews Jasmine where emotions come up that she wasn't expecting. Jasmine shares candidly about her past with anxiety, how that's bubbling up right now and how she's coping with the many budding changes in her life.

We also respect where you are at in your journey, so if a pregnancy story is triggering for you, feel free to skip this one and head back to our earlier updates where we were in the midst of our fertility treatments. We are here for you and honor where you are at.

Links:

TTC Society FB Group

#40 How to make sex FUN again with sex therapist, Vanessa + Xander Marin Sep 07, 2021

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Today’s episode is one of our most requested topics … SEX. Let’s be honest … there is nothing sexy about a TTC journey and sex can often feel like the *last* thing we want to do in the midst of tests, treatments, and the emotional load of TTC. In today’s episode, Kat and Jasmine interview the incredible Vanessa Marin, sex therapist, and her hilarious and insightful husband, Xander. They provide very tangible tools, so you can reconnect with your partner in and outside the bedroom to bring FUN back to your sex life. You do not want to miss this episode.

Links:

TTC Society FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttcsociety

Vanessa Marin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessamarintherapy/

Vanessa Marin’s website: https://vmtherapy.com/

Sex Position Playbook: https://vmtherapy.thrivecart.com/sex-position-playbook-early-bird/?_ga=2.230184346.761627751.1630776503-1959018551.1630776503

#39 Navigating social media during your TTC journey Sep 06, 2021

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On today’s episode, Kat and Jasmine dive into a question that one of our listeners asked us: how do you navigate social media in the midst of a TTC journey? Social media can be an amazing place to connect with fellow TTC sisters, however, it can also be a breeding ground for triggering content. If you need support setting boundaries, listen to today’s episode for tons of tangible tips and tricks we both used in our journeys.

Links:

TTC Society FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttcsociety

TTC Society Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/ttcsociety/

#38 What to do when you feel unmotivated Aug 23, 2021

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Unfortunately, many TTC journeys can be a long experience and that continued stress can lead to a huge lack of motivation in your everyday life. Grief and sadness truly take a physical toll on your body, and it’s normal to feel your energy levels drop. You can see the effects in many parts of your life including work, daily obligations, and relationships. So what do you do when you feel unmotivated? When you don’t feel like doing “the thing” you need to do? In this episode, Kat and Jasmine share perspectives of how to overcome your lack of motivation in a way that serves you.

Links:

TTC Society FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ttcsociety

Episode #37 with Dr. Sasha: https://www.ttcsociety.com/podcast/ep-37-how-to-maximize-your-fertility-with-dr-sasha-hakman

#37 How to maximize your fertility with Dr. Sasha Hakman, MD Aug 09, 2021

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Join us this week as we interview Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Sasha Hakman, MD, about how to optimize your lifestyle for the best fertility outcomes. We talk about everything from supplements to weight training to tackling the big question "should I get the COVID-19 vaccination if I am TTC?"

Dr. Sasha Hakman is a board certified OBGYN and a Reproductive Endocrinologist and infertility specialist who is passionate about lifestyle modifications to optimize your natural fertility.

Her goal in this episode is to help women understand that although there is little they can do to prevent infertility, there are some valuable lifestyle changes that may help maximize their treatment success.

Links:

Dr. Hakman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashahakmanmd/

Dr. Hakman's website:

https://www.sashahakman.com/

Gainsbybrains: https://www.instagram.com/gainsbybrains/

Alexia Clark: https://www.instagram.com/alexia_clark/

Ferticalm: https://www.instagram.com/ferticalm/

#36 How to manage a career while TTC Aug 02, 2021

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One of our amazing listeners wrote in that they needed support on managing a high-stress career while juggling the physical and emotional demands of a TTC journey. In this episode, Kat and Jasmine dive into tangible ways you can navigate your job while seeking medical treatments. Whether you are fearful of facing discrimination in the workplace or just need support on how to fit all your appointments into an already busy schedule, this episode will leave you with tips you can implement ASAP.

#35 Real Life w/ Megan: Three miscarriages in a year & finding strength in loss Jul 26, 2021

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Loss at any stage of a pregnancy is a difficult journey, and coping with that grief is something that’s often not talked about… leaving many women feeling alone.

Our guest today, Megan, experienced three miscarriages all within a year. She shares how she continually processes her grief, how she has honored her babies, and how she has been able to find strength and love amidst her losses.

Join us as we chat about miscarriages (and pregnancy after miscarriage) in an episode that is sure to provide you with solace.

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Find Megan on Instagram here

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