On this episode, Ali talks to her friend and InCircle Fertility co-founder Sophie about navigating the "maze" of infertility. Sophie explains how her struggle with anorexia in her 20s may have played a role in her ability to have a baby, how she didn't hear a heartbeat at her first baby's second ultrasound, that "slow motion, underwater feeling" when the ultrasound tech's face drops, how the loss of embryos was as hard as her miscarriages, and her two D&Cs. Sophie also gets into her endometrial function test, a hysteroscopy that was supposed to happen but never did, how unsexy sex is when you're trying to conceive, and the pressures and complications of secondary infertility. TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: Anorexia and Eating DisordersRelationship Issues and Unsexy SexEmbryo LossMiscarriage and D&CsEndometrial Function TestHysteroscopySecondary InfertilityInfertility and Mental HealthFertility CoachingThe Importance of Finding CommunityEPISODE SPONSORS: FERTILITY RALLY LIVENo one should go through infertility alone. Our all-day virtual event is happening on 10/23. Get your tickets at https://www.accelevents.com/e/fertilityrallylivefall2021USE CODE ALI at checkout FOR 50% OFF! This fall's topics include infertility and mental health, male factor infertility, endo, environmental toxins, IVF abroad, recurrent miscarriage, late term loss, surrogacy, donor conception, pregnancy and motherhood after infertility and much more. The best part? If you can't make it live, your ticket gives you access to all sessions for 30 days after the event—so you can watch it all at your leisure!FIRST REPUBLICWith a best-in-class banking app that allows you to bank anywhere, anytime, and a dedicated personal banker when you need one-on-one service, First Republic is uniquely positioned to offer the best of both worlds. With this combination of personal attention and convenience, it’s no wonder that First Republic Bank has a client satisfaction rating, two times the industry average.So whether you’re opening a Personal Line of Credit or planning for your retirement, you can count on First Republic to be there for you, every step of the way. Visit FirstRepublic.com today to learn more. That’s FirstRepublic.com. Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender.VIOS Fertility Institute, @viosfertilityVios is a different fertility clinic experience built on a foundation of patient-centered care, evidence-based medicine, and innovative technology. With clinic locations throughout Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Louis, the Vios Fertility Institute team understands the challenges of infertility. To learn more about Vios Fertility Institute and schedule your first appointment, visit ViosFertility.com.Support this podcast at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infertileafhttps://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy