Fertility Ain't Fair

In this guided meditation we will challenge ourselves to only look forward and create a vision of possibilities. Stay hopeful!

In this guided meditation we will focus on celebrating our body for all that it has done for us on this journey so far. Stay hopeful!

In this episode we normalize the conversations around preserving your fertility, Black women & infertility and leaving no one woman behind or alone on their journey.  Guest: Dr. Maya McCarthy (@thedoctorswomb) Dr. Maya is a fertility coach who helps African American women navigate the sometimes uncertain waters of assisted reproduction and fertility challenges. She is also a practicing, b...

In this episode, we normalize the conversations around destination addiction, becoming an IVF warrior, and turning her journey into a new business.  Guest: Brittany Snape (@b.holisticfertility) B. Holistic Fertility uses a holistic - mind, body, and spirit approach, focusing on the whole person beyond their reproductive organs. With this method, Brittany helps women to navigate their fer...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around diversity in birth work, misandry, and doulas for all .  Guest: Jessie Spivey (@thedoudad) Jessie Ray Spivey is the creator of The Doudad. In addition to his Doula work, Jessie Ray serves as the Operations Manager at The Oakland LGBTQ Center and Facilitator of The Black Men Connect support group. The Doudad was created to end misandry and...

In this episode we are normalizing the conversations around the entire IVF process with Embryologist & Creator of ' Explaining IVF ', Jessica Manns. No matter where you are in your IVF jouney, there is always something new to learn and Jessica breaks it down in a way we can all understand.  About Explaining IVF : Did you know that there are over 175  million results if you Google "IV...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around pregnancy & infant loss, radical healing and an inherited blood-clotting disorder called Factor V Leiden. October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month and we thank our guest Kali Miller-Cox (@glamgal83) for sharing her story of loss and her road to healing and awareness through it all. 

In this episode we normalize the conversations around endocrine blockers & endometriosis, clean beauty, and the ugly truths about everyday toxins and our overall health. Happy Skincare Awareness Month!  Guest: Kaytie Nicole (@kaytienicole), CEO in|harmony skincare (@stay_inharmony) About in|harmony: in|harmony is a company that is committed to keeping your skin healthy. Our...

Welcome back to Fertility Ain't Fair, the Podcast! We covered a lot in Season 2, here's quick recap.  Are you ready for Season 3? New guests. New stories. Same mission. Follow us on social media @fertilityaintfair

In this episode we normalize the conversations around self advocacy, fighting fibroids & hysterectomy hysteria, and reminding people to mind their own womb (and to stop checking yours).  Guest: Carmen Davis (@ mindyourownwomb ) Activist & Founder of Mind Your Own Womb About MYOW: Your body. Your say. Starting the conversation the right way. It has become so cliché to question women on...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around putting your medical providers to work, the hurt associated with this journey (physically & emotionally) and feeling resentment towards the IVF process.  Guest: Tanerra Willis, Owner & Author: Amazing Family Enterprises, LLC ( www.theamazingcorner.com ) 

HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO US!  From our day ones to our newest listeners, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for your support! We will continue to advocate, tell our stories, and bring awareness to infertility, reproductive health and parenthood for all. Xoxo, Britt.  In this episode I invited two of our FAF guest OG's back to celebrate and update with good laughs & even better conversatio...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around our 1st IVF cycle, celebrating all the small wins, and bringing awareness to Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28th).  About Menstrual Hygiene Day: Today, millions of women and girls around the world are stigmatized, excluded and discriminated against simply because they menstruate. It’s not acceptable that because of a natural bodily function wo...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around making the choice to freeze your eggs, discussing the process, and why it's such an important decision to make for YOU . If you have considered freezing your eggs and need an extra push, this chat is for you. Guest: Ashley Freeman 

On this bonus episode we are normalizing the conversations around National Infertility Awareness Week by sharing some key facts on infertility and giving an update on our journey.  Guest: Bo Jackson (aka my Hubby and show Producer) About NIAW: National Infertility Awareness Week®, (NIAW) is a movement, founded in 1989 by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association . Its mission is to empowe...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around the transition from infertility to fertility through IVF, loss, and relentless faith.  Guest: Penelope McCown, Creator of Cocoa Baby Love LLC (@cocoababylove).  About Cocoa Baby Love LLC: Cocoa Baby Love LLC is a high-end, luxury brand of infant and toddler products and apparel dedicated to the celebration of an individual and unique...

Today is National Only Child Day.  In this episode we normalize the conversations around international women's health care, pregnancy & fibroids, secondary infertility, and more.   Guest: Kyla Saphir (@kyla_saphir_books)   Kyla Saphir is a mother, yoga instructor, early childhood educator, and now the author of the new children’s book On Brighter Days. The inspira...

Happy World Doula Day!  In this episode we normalize the conversations around reproductive & maternal justice, community based doulas, and how to create your individual birth story.  Guest: Kenda Sutton-EL, Executive Director of Birth in Color RVA (@birthincolorrva) & Ambrosia Food for Thought (@ambrosiafoodforthought). Kenda’s greatest pleasure as a reproductive healthcare worke...

March is National Endometriosis Awareness Month.  On this episode we normalize the conversations around endometriosis, an arch nemesis of myself and our guest. Endometriosis is a chronic, painful, and tricky medical disease with no known cure. We talk symptoms, diagnoses, and ways to cope, all while trying to start a family.  Guest: Ashlei Stevens (@ashlei_stevens) : Media Professional &...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around black women & infertility, the trauma that is infertility, and the transition from infertile to motherhood.  Guest: Regina Townsend, Founder, The Broken Brown Egg . Follow on IG @brokenbrownegg or FB @thebrokenbrownegg.  About The Broken Brown Egg: The Broken Brown Egg exists to empower, inform, and advocate for those questioning...

In this episode we normalize the conversations around the "not so pretty" details of pregnancy, being unapologetic, and remaining YOU as a mom too.  Guest: Ciera Haskins (@thecaffeinatedmama_) the Founder & Creator of The Caffeinated Mama and lifestyle blog Sweatshirt & Pearls. Grab your coffee (or tea) and get ready to sip from a full mug!  This episode was previously recorded in 2021. 

In this episode we normalize the conversations around conceiving after 40, fertility coaching, and navigating motherhood.  Guest: Elizabeth King, Certified Fertility Health Coach, Master Certified ICF Life Coach, Birth & Bereavement Doula and New Parent Educator. Her mission is to help people of all backgrounds conceive a healthy baby and carry to term. Connect with her @elizabethking_coaching. Ab...

Welcome back to Season 2!  In this episode we normalize the conversations around black women's fertility and reproductive health with Chiquita Lockley, Executive Producer & Director of the documentary film, "Eggs Over Easy: Black Women & Fertility." Make sure to catch the film January 4th on OWN and Discovery+.  About Eggs Over Easy: The intention of this documentary is to shed light on the ups an...

Welcome to Fertility Ain't Fair, Season 2!  New guests. New stories. Same mission. Follow us on social media @fertilityaintfair 

I cannot believe this is the last episode of 2021 and Season 1.  In this episode I normalize the conversations around common infertility myths and the facts to back them up! There are a few things we need to clarify before the end of this year, so get ready to bust these myths together.  Cheers to the new year. Join us in January for Season 2!