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The IVF Support Space
Real, raw and honest, therapist led conversations about the emotional side of IVF, donor conception, pregnancy after loss, and everything in between.
Hosted by Adele O’Connor, registered counsellor, clinical hypnotherapist, and fertility support specialist, this podcast offers grounded insight, compassion, and lived experience for those navigating the complex realities of fertility treatment.
From managing anxiety and grief to exploring donor IVF and early pregnancy, each episode helps you find steadiness, hope, and emotional clarity on your path to parenthood.
Adele’s mission is to bring honest discussion and transparency to the fertility space, helping families feel proud of their stories and supported through every stage.
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The IVF Support Space
71. Some Words On Pregnancy Loss. It's NOT Your Fault.
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In today’s episode, I’m tackling a deeply sensitive topic—pregnancy loss and miscarriage—especially for those who are on a donor egg journey.
While donor eggs can significantly increase your chances of conceiving (often to 70-80%), the chance of experiencing a miscarriage is still present.
I’ll be sharing practical tools and emotional support strategies to help you navigate this difficult experience, whether it’s a failed embryo transfer or an early pregnancy loss. It’s important to remember: it’s not your fault.
Blame, shame, or guilt can cloud your healing, but there are ways to shift from fear to curiosity around your emotions, allowing yourself to process them in a healthy way.
We’ll dive into recognizing and acknowledging your emotions, why they’re important, and how to take steps toward healing, whether it’s through self-care, journaling, or simply allowing yourself to feel.
Remember, your emotions are your inner guide, helping you process grief and find your way toward healing. I’m sending you love and heartfelt support as you move through this journey.
Key Takeaways:
- Donor eggs increase your chances of success, but miscarriage remains a reality.
- Blame and guilt have no place in your healing; it's not your fault.
- Emotions are energy in motion; allowing them to move through you is essential for healing.
- Tools for coping: self-care, journaling, acknowledging your emotions, and healthy expression of anger or frustration.
- Curiosity over fear: shifting your perspective on emotional pain helps foster growth and healing.
Call to Action: If you’re navigating a donor egg journey and need personalized support, let’s connect. You’re not alone. Book a 1:1 session with me for emotional support, counseling, or hypnotherapy, and we’ll work through these challenges together. Sending love to you on this path. 💕
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