Fertility Friend™

24. My Birth Story

Hey Friend! Today is a special episode and one that I’ve waited a while to share. I’m finally sharing my birth story with you. I’ll walk you through the events as well as the lessons I learned as a result. If you haven’t yet, be sure to listen in to my fertility story part 1 [https://pod.link/1684422451/episode/595cf18af65447c765f25c2b4cfc4e8f], part two [https://pod.link/1684422451/episode/a93751d6213616f69b227c00422891c9], our conception story [https://pod.link/1684422451/episode/97f5219d5de7adfc13bf57e0d163cbae], and my pregnancy story [https://pod.link/1684422451/episode/7c3de46e14fe7c84b73318d3727923b7] for more details up until this point.    Here's what we'll be covering in this episode:  * How I prepared for birth * The timeline of events * My emotional state * The lessons I learned    If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey, optimize your fertility, and finally get pregnant naturally, then my signature course, “Fertile Foundation” [https://blossomingfertility.com/fertilefoundation] was made just for you! Click the link to learn more.    Looking for your own tribe of fertility friends? If so, I’d love to invite you to the Fertility Friends Community [https://blossomingfertility.com/friends]. It’s a safe space to receive support and foster friendships with other women on the fertility journey. It’s totally FREE and we can’t wait to meet you!   Are you currently trying to get pregnant and in need of additional guidance? If you’re feeling called to work with me further, I’d love to connect and learn more about your journey.    Get in touch with Clarissa:: * Instagram: @blossomingfertility [https://www.instagram.com/blossomingfertility/] & @fertilityfriendpodcast  [https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriendpodcast/] * Email: hello@blossomingfertility.com [hello@blossomingfertility.com] * Website: blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/]

23. BONUS- A Poem For My Daughter

Hey there Friend! In today's bonus episode, I'm sharing something special with you—a poem I wrote for my daughter. As these words started flowing out of me, I knew I had to share them with you too. I hope you love it and that it provides you with a sense of comfort and hope as you reflect on your own fertility journey.    If you’d like a printable version of this poem I created a few different ones for you, so be sure to download a copy here [https://clarissabriones.myflodesk.com/meanttobe]    For full show notes and resources mentioned in today’s episode CLICK HERE [https://blossomingfertility.com/a-poem-for-my-daughter/]    If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey, optimize your fertility, and finally get pregnant naturally, then my signature course, “Fertile Foundation” [https://blossomingfertility.com/fertilefoundation] was made just for you! Click the link to learn more.    Looking for your own tribe of fertility friends? If so, I’d love to invite you to the Fertility Friends Community [https://blossomingfertility.com/friends]. It’s a safe space to receive support and foster friendships with other women on the fertility journey. It’s totally FREE and we can’t wait to meet you!   Are you currently trying to get pregnant and in need of additional guidance? If you’re feeling called to work with me further, I’d love to connect and learn more about your journey.    Get in touch with Clarissa:: * Instagram: @blossomingfertility [https://www.instagram.com/blossomingfertility/] & @fertilityfriendpodcast  [https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriendpodcast/] * Email: hello@blossomingfertility.com  [https://blossomingfertility.com/contact] * Website: blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/]

22. How to Reach Hormone Heaven with Angel Hill

Hey there friend! Today I’m interviewing Angel Hill, who has a Doctor of Naturopathy degree, is a board-certified Doctor of Natural Medicine. With more than a dozen years of experience in the field, her passion lies in optimizing women’s health, from preconception to menopause. She offers support to women at every stage of their journey through womanhood. Angel is passionate about women’s health and her extensive education, expertise, and experience have given her a wealth of knowledge to be able to serve and support her clients.    During our conversation, Angel opens up about:    * Starting out as a teacher and what led her to pursue a career in Alternative Health * Her personal fertility & pregnancy journey * The difference between Conventional Medicine vs. Naturopathy * Signs of a thyroid issue  * A breakdown of what HTMA testing is  * How to spot a cortisol & adrenal imbalance  * The importance of minerals in the body * How she helps her clients conceive * The impact of stress & fertility   Connect with Angel: * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/althealthangel/] * Website [https://alternativehealthwithangel.com/] * Special Offer for Fertility Friend Listeners [https://alternativehealthwithangel.com/fertilityfriend]   For full show notes and resources mentioned in today’s episode CLICK HERE [https://blossomingfertility.com/how-to-reach-hormone-heaven-with-angel-hill/]   If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey, optimize your fertility, and finally get pregnant naturally, then my signature course, “Fertile Foundation” [https://blossomingfertility.com/fertilefoundation] was made just for you! Click the link to learn more.    Looking for your own tribe of fertility friends? If so, I’d love to invite you to the Fertility Friends Community [https://blossomingfertility.com/friends]. It’s a safe space to receive support and foster friendships with other women on the fertility journey. It’s totally FREE and we can’t wait to meet you!   Are you currently trying to get pregnant and in need of additional guidance? If you’re feeling called to work with me further, I’d love to connect and learn more about your journey.    Get in touch with Clarissa: * Instagram: @blossomingfertility [https://www.instagram.com/blossomingfertility/] & @fertilityfriendpodcast  [https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriendpodcast/] * Email: hello@blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/contact] Website: blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/]

21. Fertility Beyond the Physical with Michelle Oravitz

Hey there friend! Today I’m interviewing our very first guest expert on the show, Michelle Oravitz. Michelle L.Ac, FABORM, is an acupuncturist, specializing in Fertility Health. She found her love in Chinese medicine after it helped her through her own menstrual cycle challenges and this inspired her to change her career from architecture to acupuncture.  Michelle is the host of a top rated podcast called ‘The Wholesome Fertility Podcast’ and has been endorsed by best-selling authors such as Aimee Raupp, Jessica Ortner, and Dr. Lisa Miller. Michelle has been on a mission to help women get pregnant (both naturally and IVF preparation) through her one on one work at her acupuncture clinic as well as online. She recently authored a new book, The Way of Fertility [https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility], which dives deep into the energetics of fertility through the lens of ancient wisdom. Michelle believes that our bodies are hardwired to procreate and by connecting to our inherent wisdom, we can awaken our natural reproductive vitality.    During our conversation, Michelle and I discuss:    * Her journey from Architecture to Acupuncture  * When Dreams Become Reality * The Inspiration for Her New Book—The Way of Fertility * Feeling Your Feelings From A Place of Neutrality * The Importance of Chi Life Force Energy * The Power of Presence * The Parallels Between Nature and Fertility * Surrender and Trust on the Journey * The Impact of Love And Emotions * Encouragement for Women on Their Journey   Connect with Michelle: * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thewholesomelotusfertility] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/] * Websites * www.michelleoravitz.com [https://www.michelleoravitz.com/] * www.thewholesomelotus.com [http://www.thewholesomelotus.com/]  * Purchase "The Way of Fertility" Book Here [https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility] * Listen to the Wholesome Fertility Podcast [https://podfollow.com/1445367223]   For full show notes and resources mentioned in today’s episode CLICK HERE [https://blossomingfertility.com/fertility-beyond-the-physical-with-michelle-oravitz/]   If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey, optimize your fertility, and finally get pregnant naturally, then my signature course, “Fertile Foundation” [https://blossomingfertility.com/fertilefoundation] was made just for you! Click the link to learn more.    Looking for your own tribe of fertility friends? If so, I’d love to invite you to the Fertility Friends Community [https://blossomingfertility.com/friends]. It’s a safe space to receive support and foster friendships with other women on the fertility journey. It’s totally FREE and we can’t wait to meet you!   Are you currently trying to get pregnant and in need of additional guidance? If you’re feeling called to work with me further, I’d love to connect and learn more about your journey.    Get in touch with Clarissa: * Instagram: @blossomingfertility [https://www.instagram.com/blossomingfertility/] & @fertilityfriendpodcast  [https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriendpodcast/] * Email: hello@blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/contact] * Website: blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/]

20. How to Do Less to Be More Fertile

Hey there friend! In today’s solo episode I’m diving into why doing more on your fertility journey will only get you so far, and the secret to doing less to optimize your fertility.    Here’s what we’ll be covering in this episode.    * Why doing more can leave you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted * The most important question to ask yourself on your fertility journey * How doing more depletes your fertile energy * Discovering the deeper reason behind why you want to get pregnant * A 30 second daily exercise to optimize your fertility   If you’re ready to begin your own healing journey, optimize your fertility, and finally get pregnant naturally, then my signature course, “Fertile Foundation” [https://blossomingfertility.com/fertilefoundation] was made just for you! Click the link to learn more.    Looking for your own tribe of fertility friends? If so, I’d love to invite you to the Fertility Friends Community [https://blossomingfertility.com/friends]. It’s a safe space to receive support and foster friendships with other women on the fertility journey. It’s totally FREE and we can’t wait to meet you!   Are you currently trying to get pregnant and in need of additional guidance? If you’re feeling called to work with me further, I’d love to connect and learn more about your journey.    Get in touch with Clarissa:: * Instagram: @blossomingfertility [https://www.instagram.com/blossomingfertility/] & @fertilityfriendpodcast  [https://www.instagram.com/fertilityfriendpodcast/] * Email: hello@blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/contact] * Website: blossomingfertility.com [https://blossomingfertility.com/]