In this *bonus* episode, Jacqueline reflects on her summer activities and shares her personal journey with body image and self-acceptance during infertility and motherhood. She discusses the challenges of navigating loss, the impact of infertility treatments on body image, and the importance of self-care and self-love. Jacqueline encourages listeners to give themselves grace, honor their bodies, and focus on all the amazing things their bodies have done. She emphasizes the need to prioritize mental health and find joy and gratitude throughout the infertility journey.

Takeaways

• Give yourself grace and honor your body for what it can do.
• Focus on all the amazing things your body has done, rather than what it hasn't.
• Prioritize mental health and find joy and gratitude throughout the infertility journey.
• Speak kindly to yourself and stay connected with a supportive community.

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Chapters

00:00
Summer Experiences and Reflections

04:46
The Impact of Infertility on Body Image

08:13
Processing Anger and Negative Feelings Towards Your Body

11:02
The Power of Taking a Pause

14:50
Healing and Reflecting on the Journey

17:07
The Challenge of Trusting Your Body

19:26
Setting Goals and Prioritizing Mental Health

23:09
Staying Grounded and Finding Joy

24:52
The Journey to Self-Love and Body Acceptance

24:57
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