Ep 14: Ancient Wounds of Loss & Infertility

Ep 14: Ancient Wounds of Loss & Infertility

Author: Natalee Facey November 30, 2020 Duration: 34:35

Challenges around fertility and pregnancy activate an ancient wound within us—the fear of being ostracized from our tribe (whether the one we were born into or the one we chose through our partner), the fear of our partner replacing us with another, "more fertile" mate, and the fear of losing opportunities for recognition and upward mobility. 

 

This ancient wound runs so deep that it operates on the subconscious level without our awareness. And yet, it's one of the sources of panic and emotional distress around pregnancy. Because it causes emotional distress without our conscious awareness, it means that this ancient programming actually inhibits the body's ability to be in an optimal state for conception and pregnancy. 

 

In today's episode, I share more on where this ancient wound comes from, how it continues to play out in modern society, and how you can actually TRANSFORM THIS INTO A GIFT to regain our sense of sovereignty on the conception and pregnancy journey. 

 

As a heads up, this conversation is gonna be one of the heart-to-heart ones. I go a bit deep because I want you to be able to move through this journey from a place of power instead of from a place of fear. And what's more empowering than having an awareness of the hidden influences on your journey?

 

If you find today's episode helpful, please share it with another Birth Warrior on their journey. It just might be the words they needed to hear today. 

 

The Birth Warrior Bootcamp kicks off this Weds, Dec 2, 2020! Wooh!

This is a week-long educational series that will get you from a state of regret around your pregnancy journey to feeling confident, clear, and ready! 

 

From Weds, Dec 2 to Weds, Dec 9, we gather for an hour each day to go over proven tools to show you the incredible warrior you're meant to be and what to put in place for your next pregnancy journey. 

Learn more and RSVP here: https://www.nataleefacey.com/bootcamp

 

 

If you're looking to get to the next phase of your Birth Warrior Journey, here are ways that I can support you:

 

1. Join the private Birth Warrior Facebook Community with others on their healing journey. Whether you're seeking ways to bolster your healing, on a pause, or are actively trying to conceive, the community allows you to be with other Birth Warriors on their journey, and get the support you need for your next step. I lead a weekly live (Birth Warrior Wednesday!) every Wednesday at 6PM ET and share resources so you can be the  fearless warrior you're meant to be on this journey. Sign up here: facebook.com/groups/birthwarriorcommunity 

2. Work 1:1 with me for your emotional healing or to gently guide you through a conception to childbirth plan for your next pregnancy. Pregnancy after loss or infertility is tough, and you do not deserve to feel overwhelmed or alone. You've been through enough, warrior! And you are so much stronger with the right support! Book a complimentary strategy call with me to help you get clarity on what your focus would be for the next phase of your journey: https://calendly.com/nataleefacey/20min 

Learn More

> Learn more about who I am and what I do at nataleefacey.com 

Say Hello

> On Instagram: @thebirthwarriors 

> Inside the Birth Warrior Community: facebook.com/groups/birthwarriorcommunity 

> Via Email: hello@nataleefacey.com 


Navigating the path toward another pregnancy after a loss or trauma is a deeply personal and often isolating experience. Preparing For Pregnancy After Loss offers a compassionate space for this unique journey, hosted by Natalee Facey. As a mother to two angel babies herself, as well as a Resilience Coach and Birth Doula, Natalee brings both professional insight and profound personal understanding to each conversation. This podcast gently addresses the complex layers-emotional, physical, and mental-that accompany family planning after experiences like infertility, traumatic birth, or infant loss. Episodes weave together practical guidance on health and fitness with essential discussions on inner healing and emotional resilience. You’ll hear honest dialogues, strategies for rebuilding hope, and reflections on transforming grief into a source of strength. It’s more than just an educational resource; it’s about finding a supportive voice that acknowledges the fear and courage that coexist when considering pregnancy again. Through this podcast, Natalee aims to foster a sense of community and grounded preparation, helping you reconnect with your own body and spirit on your own terms.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 68

Preparing For Pregnancy After Loss
Podcast Episodes
Ep 7: Katie's Birth Warrior Journey: From Infertility to Motherhood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:38
We are all inspired by happy endings. After my pregnancy loss I would listen to the stories of women/birthing people with successful subsequent pregnancies as a reminder that this was possible for me too. In this episode…
Ep 6: Healing Shame & Guilt on The Birth Warrior Journey [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:08
Shame and guilt are two of the most difficult emotions to overcome after a loss or infertility diagnosis. They hit at such a tender, tender place. And because whatever we feel guilt or shame around, we tend to feel safer…
Ep 5: Do Your Emotions Scare You? Here's Why They Don't Have To [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:22
Jealousy, Sadness, Shame, Anger, Fear, Blame...these are some of the emotions we experience after a loss or infertility diagnosis. They are a natural and often necessary part of our healing journey, and yet we stifle the…
Ep 4: How to Use Triggers to Accelerate Your Healing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:11
Triggers are probably one of the most annoying things you go through after loss or infertility diagnosis. They often sneak up on you and take over your emotions, reminding you of past painful experiences. In this episode…
Ep 3: Your Invisible Wounds & How They're Impacting Your Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:56
After the painful and traumatic experience of a loss or infertility, there are invisible wounds that are often left unattended to. This isn't usually done intentionally, but we don't always have the space, support, or to…
Ep 2: The Story of My First Pregnancy Loss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:47
This is the first time that I publicly share the experience of losing my first pregnancy. I recorded this episode with my dear friend, Sophia (pre-quarantine in NYC), which is symbolic on many levels. For one, she was th…
Ep 1: Welcome to Preparing for Pregnancy After Loss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:40
Welcome to the Preparing for Pregnancy After Loss Podcast! This podcast is for you if you've experienced challenges on your pregnancy journey—a pregnancy or infant loss, infertility diagnosis, or difficult delivery—and h…