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Fertility support | Holistic fertility care | Natural ways to increase fertility | Embryo Adoption Have you been trying to conceive for years with no success? Do you feel frustrated, broken, or hopeless because your fertility journey isn’t going the way you imagined? Believe me, I get it. I know what it’s like to feel heartbreak and despair each time you look at a pregnancy test and don’t see two pink lines. My husband and I have been on this fertility journey for over 11 years, and by the g ...
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Bethany sits down one-on-one with Mamas to hear their unique breastfeeding journeys. From breastfeeding NICU babies to overcoming challenges such as tongue-tied babies and low milk supply, each story is different and explores a variety of topics related to breastfeeding. Connect with Bethany at: Website: ⁠Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com ⁠Instagram: ⁠@BethanyLovern TikTok: @Breastfeedingrelief Etsy Printables: @Breastfeedingrelief Think your child may have a tongue-tie? Grab my ⁠freebie⁠ D ...
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Hey, Overcomers! Today, we are talking about something that far too many who walk the path of embryo adoption experience: repeated failed frozen embryo transfers. This is devastating for any parent in waiting to experience. So many emotions and questions come up when faced with a failed frozen embryo transfer. How do you process those emotions? Who…
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Hey, Overcomers! In today’s episode, we are talking about finding community when you decide to adopt an embryo. The embryo adoption process can feel lonely and isolating, so it’s important to find a village of support who understands. It can be hard to share with your family that you are adopting an embryo because they may not understand. Today, we…
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Hey, Overcomers! Today, we are diving into the embryo adoption process. There is much controversy in the church about embryo adoption and embryo donation in that it is viewed as playing God. I want you to know that pursuing embryo adoption is not playing God, and I’m excited to share the Word the Lord gave me regarding this path to your victory bab…
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In this episode, Gigi emphasizes the importance of preparing for postpartum, recommending adding doula services, lactation education, massage, and supplies like loose clothing and food delivery to registries. Gigi details her differing breastfeeding experiences with each child, from challenges latching her first to an anxious pumping routine with t…
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Hey, Overcomers! Today on the podcast, I have a very special guest, my hubby Jerald. When it comes to the topic of infertility, far too often, it’s assumed that the woman is the reason for it. The reality is that male factor infertility can happen, and it needs to be discussed more. In this episode, Jerald shares his journey with discovering he has…
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In this episode, Ashley detailed her experiences breastfeeding two children, including latching challenges with her first and pumping challenges with her second due to nasal issues. Bethany commended Ashley's use of different positions and pumping to maintain supply. Ashley outlined how stretching can relieve tightness and pain for breastfeeding mo…
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In this episode, Masha detailed her extensive breastfeeding research and largely positive experience, contrasting with challenges pumping posed due to inadequate technology. She resolved to improve pumps after frustration with pain and inefficiency hindering her independence. Masha recounted shock and self-doubt from her first traumatic pumping exp…
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On February 16, 2024, many people pursuing fertility treatment options received the most devastating news. This was the day that the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that stored embryos are granted the same legal protection as children under Alabama’s Wrongful Death of a Minor Act. This ruling caused so much heartache and devastation for so many couples…
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Hey, Overcomers! Welcome to the very first episode of The Nurturary for Fertility podcast. In this episode, I’m sharing about me and my husband’s fertility journey and why I’m so passionate about supporting other married couples navigating infertility and finding their unique path to their victory baby. If you’re a couple who is currently trying to…
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Welcome to the Nurturary for Fertility Podcast, the go-to podcast for couples who are ready to meet their victory babies. I know what it’s like to feel heartbreak and despair each time you look at a pregnancy test and don’t see two pink lines. Friend, I want you to know that there is hope and this podcast will help renew your hope again. Each week …
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In this episode, Patricia struggled with ADHD symptoms greatly after becoming a mother, leading to sleepless nights searching for support online. Though initially unwilling, she was later prompted by her faith to start a podcast supporting mothers with ADHD like herself. Both Bethany and Patricia discuss their personal experiences with postpartum d…
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In this episode, Kristi Hammerle introduced herself as a physical therapist and certified lactation consultant who owns Year One Wellness. She helps babies from birth to walking with issues like tongue-tie, flat head syndrome, and feeding difficulties. Kristi explained how tongue-ties restrict tongue mobility and can cause feeding issues. She asses…
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In this episode, Ashley the founder of Iron 31, shares how her journey from teaching led her to focus on helping women through difficult seasons by applying biblical wisdom. Bethany emphasized the importance of community for new mothers, sharing how breastfeeding support groups helped combat loneliness. Ashley described the Iron 31 community as a j…
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In this episode, Jazman pursued birth work after feeling called by God, leaving her career in clinical psychology to help prevent traumatic births through doula work. She expanded into fertility support after sharing her own infertility journey. Bethany detailed her extensive testing and treatments over several years including Clomid, IUIs, IVF, an…
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In this episode, Nina shared her challenging breastfeeding journey with their first child who had breathing issues, experiencing painful sucking for months before their nursing relationship improved. Nina emphasized the importance of perseverance and not feeling like a failure. Nina recommended seeking lactation support early and learning that ever…
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In this episode, Dr. Kelsey detailed her positive breastfeeding experiences with both children, though noted she wished they practiced bottle-feeding more with their son to ease returning to work. They emphasized assessing each child's individual needs and functions at different developmental stages. Bethany stressed the importance of evaluating ho…
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In this episode, Petra shared their experiences breastfeeding four children, struggling as a teen mom yet finding success with preparation and support. Petra gave birth via unplanned C-section at 16 with no education or support, resulting in painful attempts, feelings of failure, and early formula supplementation. Despite another C-section, Petra p…
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In this episode, Nina outlined the three main RSV warning signs and testing process, reassuring mothers that pediatricians typically treat babies without hospitalization if symptoms are managed and monitored closely at home. Bethany suggested freezing breast milk in ice cube trays or popsicle molds from EZPZ to soothe feverish babies, promote hydra…
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In this episode, Diana's first birth was by unplanned c-section, complicating her breastfeeding struggles with pain and perceived low supply for six months. Her second home birth was undisturbed, resulting in an easy breastfeeding experience for over two years. About Diana: Diana Forsell Tayan is a writer, speaker, and host of the Healing Birth Pod…
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In this Episode, Andria shared the difficulties with her son's breastfeeding journey due to a traumatic C-section, lack of support identifying his tongue-tie, and struggles getting a good latch. This contrasted positively with her successful breastfeeding experience with her daughter where she felt more informed and supported. Andria wished to info…
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In this episode, Bethany talks with Suzzie, who struggled with breastfeeding her first child and didn't have much support or resources. With her second baby, she had severe pain breastfeeding due to a tongue tie, but her midwife helped diagnose and treat it. Suzzie wishes she had known to seek out a lactation consultant for help instead of just pow…
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In this episode, Bethany and Irene discuss breastfeeding her first child for 4-6 weeks and her second for 9 months. She struggled with oversupply and donating milk with her second child. Irene wishes she knew breastfeeding can be painful and uncomfortable. Her favorite product was a nursing pillow. Meet Irene: My name is Irene Vaksberg. I was born …
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In this episode, Bethany & Cayla discuss her very challenging breastfeeding journey with her first child due to thrush, vasospasm, lip tie, etc. but persevered for 6 months with pumping and eventually nursing. She wishes she had taken a breastfeeding class, worked with a lactation consultant earlier, and known more about the challenges ahead of tim…
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In this episode, ​​Morgan and Bethany discussed various topics related to fertility and breastfeeding. They talked about the importance of understanding one's cycle, the possibility of getting pregnant while breastfeeding, and the impact of birth control on milk supply. They also recommended using a cycle tracking app to monitor fertility signs and…
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In this episode, Bethany and Rhena discussed her experiences with breastfeeding in the 80s, highlighting the lack of support and resources available at the time. Rhena faced challenges with low milk supply and resorted to using bottles, while her son was born prematurely with Down syndrome, adding additional complexities to their breastfeeding jour…
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In this episode, Adriana, a registered nurse, shares her breastfeeding experiences with her babies. Despite facing challenges with her first baby, she successfully breastfed all her children, including her son who was born with Down Syndrome and initially faced doubts about his ability to breastfeed. Despite facing obstacles and attending multiple …
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In this episode, Bethany and Amy discussed their experiences with breastfeeding and the challenges they faced. Amy shared her journey of becoming a breastfeeding coach after having three children, while Bethany expressed the need for more support and information for new mothers. They discussed the importance of breastfeeding not being painful and d…
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In this episode, Lisa and Bethany discussed the importance of educating parents and healthcare professionals about tongue-ties and the impact they can have on breastfeeding and other issues. They emphasized the need for parents to advocate for themselves and seek second opinions if they feel their concerns are not being addressed by their healthcar…
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In this Episode, Bethany and Clarissa discussed the importance of reaching out to lactation consultants for breastfeeding support. Clarissa discusses that her daughter has a lip-tie but has not gotten it revised. They also shared their favorite breastfeeding products and mentioned the option of preserving breast milk in jewelry as a meaningful remi…
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In this episode, Bethany and Kristen discussed their experiences with tongue-ties in their own children and in their roles as a breastfeeding specialist and NICU nurse practitioner. They talked about the importance of early diagnosis, the challenges of finding providers for surgery, and the need for moms to understand all the options and risks invo…
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In this episode, Heather and Bethany discussed the misconception that nursing mothers cannot sleep train their babies. They explained that sleep training is separate from feeding and that nursing mothers can still feed their babies while teaching them to fall asleep independently. The impact of tongue tie issues on babies' sleep and feeding. They h…
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In this episode, find out why you should work with a speech language pathologist. Support the show Connect with Bethany at: Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com Instagram: @BethanyLovern TikTok @Breastfeedingrelief Think your child may have a tongue-tie? Grab my freebie Do You Have Pain When Breastfeeding Your Baby? Where I share signs and symptoms o…
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In this episode, I talk about 6 questions to ask your pediatric dentist and/or ENT. Support the show Connect with Bethany at: Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com Instagram: @BethanyLovern TikTok @Breastfeedingrelief Think your child may have a tongue-tie? Grab my freebie Do You Have Pain When Breastfeeding Your Baby? Where I share signs and symptoms…
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Come learn about who should be on your baby's tongue-tie team. Support the show Connect with Bethany at: Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com Instagram: @BethanyLovern TikTok @Breastfeedingrelief Think your child may have a tongue-tie? Grab my freebie Do You Have Pain When Breastfeeding Your Baby? Where I share signs and symptoms of both Mama and Bab…
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Come find out the signs and symptoms of a breastfeeding mama with a baby that may have a tongue-tie. You can download a free PDF about the signs and symptoms of the Mama and Baby at my website: Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com Connect with Bethany at: Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com Instagram: @Breastfeedingrelief TikTok @Breastfeedingrelief P…
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In this episode, find out the 9 signs and symptoms of a baby with a tongue-tie. Connect with Bethany at: Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com Instagram: @Breastfeedingrelief TikTok @Breastfeedingrelief Printable Etsy: @Breastfeedingrelief Think your child may have a tongue-tie? Grab my freebie Do You Have Pain When Breastfeeding Your Baby? Where I sh…
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In this episode, learn about what is a tongue-tie. Bethany wants to help you understand what is a tongue-tie and how it will effect your breastfeeding journey. Support the show Connect with Bethany at: Breastfeedingreliefwithbethany.com Instagram: @BethanyLovern TikTok @Breastfeedingrelief Think your child may have a tongue-tie? Grab my freebie Do …
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In this episode, Heather discovered that her daughter was tongue-tied and had difficulty nursing, but after seeing a surgeon who clipped the tongue-tie, her daughter was able to nurse normally and latch without any problems. Bethany also mentioned that parents can seek help from pediatric dentists specializing in tongue-ties, and that the procedure…
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In this Episode, Allegra Harrington talked about her experience with breastfeeding her two daughters, including the challenges she faced with her first daughter's colic and her decision to introduce formula, and the joy she felt nursing her second daughter for two and a half years. She also shared her excitement about reinventing herself and her po…
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In this episode, Eva and Bethany had a conversation about their breastfeeding journeys and Eva's innovative breast pump. Eva and her husband discovered that breast pumps did not effectively mimic the complex motion of infant suckling, leading them to embark on a research and development project to create a pump that accurately replicated suckling. …
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In this episode, Bethany and Caitlin discussed the differences in their breastfeeding journeys and the potential challenges that can arise from tongue and lip-ties in children. They also emphasized the importance of seeking a team approach with professionals such as pediatric dentists, chiropractors, lactation consultants, and speech therapists to …
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In this episode, Jenn discusses her breastfeeding journey with her two children, mentioning the challenges she faced with her first child and the fast metabolism of her second child. She also talked about her determination to fight for breastfeeding and her efforts to ensure proper feeding despite being a busy entrepreneur. About Jenn Jennifer Lath…
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In this episode, LB discussed her difficulty with breastfeeding due to her baby's tongue-tie, but after seeking advice from a lactation consultant and ENT, they decided to have it clipped and it made a significant positive difference. About LB: LB Lyons lives in Iowa with her husband, 1-year daughter, and their dog. LB breastfed and pumped for her …
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In this Episode, Bethany and Kristy discussed Kristy's breastfeeding journey with her twins. Kristy was fortunate to have a lactation consultant who helped her prepare for breastfeeding and encouraged natural latching, but the hospital staff had a more clinical approach and did not follow Kristy's desires. Kristy shared how connecting with other mo…
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In this episode, Jori and Bethany discussed their experiences with breastfeeding, including challenges and learning curves. They shared stories of struggling with latching, milk production, and not knowing certain aspects of breastfeeding, but eventually found their way through trial and error. They also talked about the challenges they faced, incl…
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In this episode, Bethany and Lyssah discussed breastfeeding advice, including the benefits of using angled flanges and getting fitted for the correct size. They also emphasized the importance of giving oneself grace and enjoying the special time spent breastfeeding with their children. About Lyssah My name is Lyssah Fry and I am here to empower you…
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In this episode, Dana discussed her breastfeeding journey with her two sons with Bethany. She had difficulty with her first child due to lip and tongue-ties, but was able to pump for a year and did not pursue treatment for the lip-tie. Highlights 0:00 Introduction of the podcast 0:18 Dana Introduces herself 0:39 Dana’s Breastfeeding Journey 8:16 On…
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In this episode, Bethany and Danielle discussed their experiences with breastfeeding. Danielle wished she had known that some women do not produce milk and talked about her favorite breastfeeding products. They also talked about the stigma surrounding formula feeding and the importance of not beating oneself up over it. Highlights 0:00 Introduction…
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In this episode, Bethany and Amanda discussed their experiences with nursing-induced anxiety after giving birth. Amanda shared that she struggled with anxiety and panic attacks every 45 minutes while nursing, but was able to overcome it through mental resolve and support from her midwife. Bethany emphasized the importance of reaching out for help a…
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In this episode, Bethany and Katie discussed their experiences with breastfeeding and the lack of support and resources available for new moms. They wished they had known more about the all-in commitment of breastfeeding and the importance of finding the right support and services. About Katie Katie is a mom of 4 boys ages 1.5-8.5. She and her fami…
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