In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sarah O’Connell, a family physician who is also supporting fertility patients with their care. Sarah shares her deeply personal journey through infertility and IVF. From navigating emotional highs and lows to finding strength in vulnerability, Sarah offers a candid and inspiring perspective on the challenges of infertility.

She opens up about the importance of communication in relationships, the value of a strong support system, and how her experiences have profoundly shaped her outlook on life and parenting.

Through this conversation, we explore key lessons such as the importance of letting go of control, finding hope in small victories, and the resilience built through adversity. Sarah also highlights the power of breaking the stigma around infertility and being present in the moment with loved ones as grounding strategies during this challenging journey.

Sarah's Book Recommendation: The Art of Waiting: On Fertility, Medicine, and Motherhood LINK TO AMAZON.CA

Please remember, we are not medical professionals or mental health practitioners, so please be sure to listen to your doctor and health care professional's advice, above all else. Our hope with each story we share on this Podcast, is that you find something and can relate in some way that brings you a sense of community and hope.

Subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss an episode and become a part of our compassionate and supportive community. We welcome you.

Learn more about Oasis Fertility Support Network Learn more about Oasis Fertility Support Network:

WEB: ⁠https://oasisfsn.com/⁠

SOCIAL: ⁠@oasisfsn⁠

EMAIL: ⁠info@oasisfsn.com ⁠

⁠SIGN UP FOR A SUPPORT GROUP HERE ⁠

This episode was recorded at Crescent Health Collective in the Zen Den - find out more here ⁠https://crescenthealth.ca/ ⁠ ⁠@crescenthealthcollective⁠

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On this episode of the Oasis Fertility Podcast we introduce you to Randi, who shares her remarkable journey to motherhood through surrogacy after a battle with endometriosis. In a story that beautifully intertwines resilience, friendship, and love, Randi reveals how she partnered with one of her oldest friends as her surrogate. Their incredible bond and mutual trust became the foundation for an unforgettable experience.

Randi also speaks about her role as a dedicated volunteer for the Oasis Fertility Support Network, where she leads the Chatham, Ontario support group. Her commitment to helping others in the fertility community shines through as she shares the wisdom and compassion she has gained through her own experiences.

We want to give a shout out to @daddyodoughnuts, whose treats provided comfort during Randi’s surrogacy journey, and special mention to @bethanycmeyers , author of I Am More Than My Body who made a great impact on Randi's journey.

Join us for an episode filled with love, empowerment, and a reminder of the strength found in community.

** TRIGGER WARNING ** PREGNANCY LOSS ** We want to inform our listeners that this particular episode mentions the sensitive topic of miscarriage. We understand the potential impact it may have on some individuals, and we sincerely apologize if it triggers any discomfort or distress.**

--> We are not medical professionals or mental health practitioners, so please be sure to listen to your doctor and health care professional's advice, above all else. Our hope with each story we share on this Podcast, is that you find something and can relate in some way that brings you a sense of community and hope.

Please subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss an episode and become a part of our compassionate and supportive community. We welcome you.

Learn more about Oasis Fertility Support Network:

WEB: ⁠https://oasisfsn.com/⁠

SOCIAL: ⁠@oasisfsn⁠

EMAIL: ⁠info@oasisfsn.com ⁠

⁠SIGN UP FOR A SUPPORT GROUP HERE ⁠

This episode was recorded at Crescent Health Collective in the Zen Den - find out more here ⁠https://crescenthealth.ca/ ⁠ ⁠@crescenthealthcollective⁠

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In this episode,we’re joined by Emily, the new Executive Director of The Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (CFAS). Emily opens up for the first time about her personal journey with infertility. After struggling with unexplained infertility, Emily and her partner decided to try IUI, ina rare twist, Emily became pregnant—a story we don’t often hear, making her a bit of a 'unicorn' in the infertility world.

In this heartfelt conversation, Emily opens up about the emotional toll infertility took on her and her partner, how it impacted their relationship, and the vulnerability of navigating such a challenging experience. Her story is a powerful reminder of the strength it takes to keep going, even when the path forward isn’t clear.

Connect with Emily:

Instagram: @cfas.scfa

Website: Home - Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society

** TRIGGER WARNING ** PREGNANCY LOSS ** We want to inform our listeners that this particular episode mentions the sensitive topic of miscarriage. We understand the potential impact it may have on some individuals, and we sincerely apologize if it triggers any discomfort or distress.**

-->We are not medical professionals or mental health practitioners, so please be sure to listen to your doctor and health care professional's advice, above all else. Our hope with each story we share on this Podcast, is that you find something and can relate in some way that brings you a sense of community and hope.

Please subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss an episode and become a part of our compassionate and supportive community. We welcome you.

Learn more about Oasis Fertility Support Network:

WEB:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://oasisfsn.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

SOCIAL:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@oasisfsn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

EMAIL: ⁠info@oasisfsn.com ⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGNUP FOR A SUPPORT GROUP HERE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This episode was recorded at Crescent Health Collective in the Zen Den - find out more here⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://crescenthealth.ca/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@crescenthealthcollective⁠

#infertility #ivf #fertilitytreatment #fertilitystory #fertilitystories #Fertility #infertilitystories #ivfwarrior #fertilitycommunity #youarenotalone #mentalhealth #Supportgroups #findingsupport #IUI