3: An 8 Year Infertility Journey with Julie Eshelman
Julie Eshelman shares her eight-year journey through infertility, the challenges of being a military family while trying to conceive, and her eventual success with IVF. She discusses the emotional toll of trying to conceive, the impact of pregnancy loss, and her advocacy work through the Building Military Families Network, aimed at supporting military families facing similar struggles.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Julie Eshelman and Her Journey
01:28 The Desire for Motherhood and Early Aspirations
02:22 Meeting Her Husband and Marriage Timeline
03:40 The Journey of Trying to Conceive
07:10 Navigating Infertility and Seeking Help
12:07 First Steps into Fertility Treatments
14:23 Experiencing Loss and Moving Forward
16:48 The Impact of Military Life on Family Planning
18:03 Transitioning to IVF and the Emotional Rollercoaster
31:53 The IVF Process and Its Challenges
40:56 The Birth of Her Daughter and New Beginnings
45:49 Dreams of Expanding the Family
56:43 Current Challenges and Future Considerations
01:00:17 Building Military Families Network and Its Mission
Takeaways
Always advocate for your health, especially in fertility matters.
Infertility is often a silent struggle; sharing can help.
Military life adds unique challenges to family planning.
The emotional journey of IVF can be overwhelming.
Loss is a common experience in the fertility journey.
Support networks are crucial for those facing infertility.
Understanding your options is key to navigating fertility treatments.
Every family's journey is unique and deserves to be shared.
Advocacy can lead to meaningful change in fertility care.
Building a community can provide essential support and resources.
