• Grief is the New Normal Podcast: S2E22 Childless Not by Choice: Infertility Grief Through a Psychological Lens with Ahlia Kim, LMFT

  • May 1 2025
  • Duración: 41 m
  • Podcast

Grief is the New Normal Podcast: S2E22 Childless Not by Choice: Infertility Grief Through a Psychological Lens with Ahlia Kim, LMFT

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  • Navigating Infertility: Grief, Hope, and Support In this episode of 'Grief is the New Normal,' Dr. Heather Taylor speaks with Ahlia Kim, a licensed marriage family therapist specializing in infertility, about the grief tied to infertility and pregnancy loss. They discuss the emotional landscape of those struggling with infertility, the misunderstandings and stigmas surrounding it, and how it affects identity and family systems. Together, they offer insights into validating grief, setting boundaries, and balancing hope without succumbing to toxic positivity. Ahlia shares personal anecdotes, practical coping strategies, and upcoming projects, making this a supportive and informative conversation for both those experiencing infertility and their loved ones. 00:00 Introduction to Grief is the New Normal 00:25 Meet Ahlia Kim: A Journey in Infertility Therapy 02:16 Understanding Infertility as a Form of Grief 04:43 Navigating Microaggressions and Cultural Stigma 10:17 Generational and Familial Impact of Infertility 15:04 Identity and Worldview Changes Due to Infertility 21:23 Honoring and Holding Space for Infertility Grief 28:38 Balancing Grief and Hope in the Infertility Journey 34:40 Supporting Loved Ones Through Infertility 40:00 Conclusion and Resources ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ahlia Atterbury-Kim is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Washington state, specializing in infertility and reproductive trauma. She’s passionate about helping clients navigate the deep emotional, relational, physical, and financial impacts of infertility, and supporting them through the profound worldview shifts that come with it. Ahlia has lived experience with fertility treatments herself, and in her own journey, she found resilience in integrating play—often through video games, Legos and floral design. As a therapist, she values medical advocacy, humor and creating space where both grief and hope are welcome. www.wellharbortherapy.com https://www.instagram.com/well_harbor_therapy/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahlia-kim-8111bb15a/https://www.instagram.com/well_harbor_therapy/ ---------------------------------------------------- Grief is the New Normal is the podcast that refuses to sugarcoat loss—because grief isn’t a problem to fix, it’s a reality to live with. Hosted by Dr. Heather Taylor, a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience in grief, trauma, and reproductive psychology, this show dives deep into the messy, nonlinear, and very real ways grief impacts our lives. Whether you're navigating the death of your person, wrestling with the weight of an invisible loss, or trying to figure out who you even are after everything changed—this podcast is here for you. With a mix of solo deep dives, expert interviews, and candid conversations, Dr. Taylor unpacks the emotions no one warns you about, challenges outdated grief narratives, and offers both practical tools and hard-earned wisdom to help you feel less alone. No toxic positivity. No “fixing” your grief. Just honest talk, validation, and the reminder that you don’t have to do this alone. Because in a world that wants you to move on, Grief is the New Normal is here to help you move through. https://www.griefisthenewnormal.com hello@griefisthenewnormal.com www.linkedin.com/in/heather-taylor-psyd-licensed-psychologist Follow @grief_is_the_new_normal on Instagram for grief podcast, mental health, self-care, sass, and dark humor content whether you’re grieving or you’re a mental health professional needing more modern grief language. Wanting more grief specific support? Check out my grief journal, Authentically Unapologetic: A Grief Journal available for purchase thru this link: https://a.co/d/4hbLtbX Dive deeper into your grief support skills with the Professional Grief Collective. This exclusive membership offers targeted training and resources for clinicians and coaches who are ready to elevate their practice. Don’t miss out—join our community today and start transforming the way you support those in grief. Check out the details in our show notes or visit https://bit.ly/GriefClinicianMembership ------------------------------------- Opening Music by The Dadicorns Copyright 2024 Grief is the New Normal: A podcast with Dr. Heather Taylor All Rights Reserved. This podcast is meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information discussed in this podcast is not a replacement or substitute for therapy.
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