Fertility Mindfulness: Bridging Hope and Acceptance with Amira Posner

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kalea Wattles connects with social worker and IVF-parent, Amira Posner. Amira shares her personal experiences and the transformative impact of mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness before starting fertility treatments. They explore the challenges of maintaining a broader self-identity amidst fertility-focused "tunnel vision" and discuss the balance between hope and acceptance. Amira emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between controllable and uncontrollable aspects of fertility, offering strategies for managing the inevitable anger and frustration that arise. Additionally, she highlights the use of guided imagery in navigating fertility procedures and the unique therapeutic benefits of group sessions for individuals facing infertility. Posner's story, one of hope and success, serves to inspire and guide others through their own paths to parenthood.

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Functional Fertility is designed to help you demystify your hormones, up-level your lifestyle, and supercharge your fertility potential. Dr. Kalea Wattles is joined by experts in the field of functional and integrative medicine, combining cutting-edge science with treasured traditional wisdom on an exploration of preconception wellness. Whether you’re trying to get pregnant for the first time, or you’re exploring assisted reproductive technologies, Dr. Wattles is here to give you the tools you need to combat period problems, perfect your cycle tracking skills, power up your egg health and build the family of your dreams. This is functional fertility.