Episode 2: Infertility & Pregnancy Loss (aka Let's F*cking Fund it MoFos!)

Come listen to Lynnea's story about her journey with infertility for 9+ years. We understand everyone's story is markedly different, but this is Ashley's BEFF FREND and we want you to listen to her amazing story! Lynnea was incredibly brave and candid in recalling the years long rollercoaster she has been on and we'd love to hear from any of you who have experienced this trauma as well! Comment below!    Resources discussed this episode:    https://resolve.org/ The National Infertility Association - Site has links to support groups, infertility professionals, a helpline, information on insurance plans and how to select the most affordable option that covers infertility treatment, as well as advocacy and activism opportunities.   https://www.reddit.com/r/infertility/ - infertility, pregnancy loss, and trouble conceiving community: Welcome to /r/infertility, a fantastic community that exists for shitty reasons. We're here for everyone, of all genders, who are dealing with primary or secondary infertility, social infertility, pregnancy loss after infertility, and/or recurrent loss. This is the place to be when it feels like everyone is easily pregnant, except you. We operate in cynical, compassionate mutual support, underpinned by evidence-based medicine. (Nearly 24k members as of 2/25/2021) Coping with Infertility, Miscarriage, and Neonatal Loss: Finding Perspective and Creating Meaning by Amy Wenzel - recommended by American Pyschological Association “This wise, compassionate book teaches proven cognitive-behavioral strategies for coping with infertility and pregnancy loss.”  Unsung Lullabies: Understanding and Coping with Infertility by Janet Jaffe, Martha Diamond & David Diamond - Provides tools to navigate the stress and psychological trauma of infertility.   The Art of Waiting: On Fertility, Medicine, and Motherhood by Belle Boggs - a critically acclaimed memoir, which has been praised for how it covers a complex list of experiences and emotions associated when experiencing infertility.    The Argonauts by Maggie Nelson - memoir about a queer woman’s struggle to start a family with her genderqueer partner. Silent Sorority: A Barren Woman Gets Busy, Angry, Lost and Found by Pamela Mahoney Tsigdinos - The story of one of the 40% of women who never conceived, despite infertility treatment. What He Can Expect When She’s Not Expecting by Marc Sedaka - Explains how a partner can support their loved one who is struggling with infertility. Celebrity memoirs that discuss their experience with pregnancy loss:    We're Going to Need More Wine: Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True by Gabrielle Union - collection of essays about her life, including her several miscarriages.  Becoming by Michelle Obama - Both Malia and Sasha were born via IVF   General Mental Health Resources:   Talkspace.com Offers comprehensive online mental health treatment options to meet all your needs via live video, messaging or phone. Their website often has promotions/discounts available & it is as easy as completing a brief questionnaire, selecting your therapist from a list of recommendations based on your replies, and then starting therapy!   BetterHelp.com  Our Mission: Making professional counseling accessible, affordable, convenient - so anyone who struggles with life’s challenges can get help, anytime, anywhere. Similar to Talkspace.com, also advertises the ability to switch counselors at any time and the ability to message your counselor through the webpage or app any time.  NATIONAL CRISIS AND SUICIDE HOTLINES:   Girls & Boys Town National Hotline [phone]   National Hopeline Network (800) SUICIDE   National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255)   National Youth Crisis Hotline (800) 442-HOPE (4673)   Veteran's Crisis Line: To reach caring, qualified responders within the Department of Veterans Affairs connect with the Veterans Crisis Line. Many of them are Veterans themselves. This free support is confidential, available 24/7, and serves all veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve, and their families and friends. Call 1-800-273-8255 or Text: 838255, Support for deaf and hard of hearing: 1-800-799-4889 Online Chat is Available: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ ILLINOIS RESOURCES:    Illinois Call4Calm Text Line If you or a loved one are struggling with stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic and need emotional support, text TALK to 552020 for English or HABLAR for Spanish (Message and Data Rates May Apply. See Terms & Conditions of Use). This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. People seeking assistance will remain anonymous and will provide only their first name and zip code, which enables the service to link you to a counselor in your area who is knowledgeable about available local resources.   Illinois Warm Line If you or one of you family members has mental health and/or substance use challenges and would like to...