A Tale of Two Moms — 049

About this Episode

When Jannie and Carrie decided to have children they both hoped for the experience of being pregnant. After multiple IUI and IVF fertility treatments for both of them, Carrie was finally the one to get pregnant. The story of her pregnancy and how they both transitioned to motherhood together is raw and beautiful.

The playful couple is trying to get pregnant again. They have had several unsuccessful insemination attempts and choose to stay positive and supportive despite the challenges. They are well aware of the physical, emotional and mental drains that go along with the fertility process but the love and fun a baby brings into their lives make it all worth it.

We talk about career, going back to work after baby and how they make it all work while running a booming business together - hint, hint… it takes lots of communication!

Jannie and Carrie’s spunky outlook on life, motherhood and work will have you laughing and also thinking about how similar our stories are even when they might look different on the surface. You’ll love this episode!

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In This Episode:

● Their unconventional method for choosing a sperm donor
● How being pregnant can bring creativity
● How they share parenting & discipline duties in the home
● Dealing with PUPP skin rash
● The relief postnatal massage and acupuncture offers
● How hormonal shifts can bring guilty feelings
● The emotional, physical and mental strains of the fertility process
● How Jannie handled being unable to get pregnant along with Carrie
● Being an LGBT parent
● How they explain the many different types of families to their son
● How to get a free 1 month trial of guided meditations through Expectful
● Join us for our 3o Days of Mindfulness this month - more info on our Facebook page

Show Notes:

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