When our first IVF cycle failed spectacularly, we had to face a brutal reality—after years of trying, we were no closer to having a baby. So, we did the only thing left to do: hit pause.
Lauren doubled down on research, acupuncture, and spreadsheets. Alex flew to the jungles of Peru to drink ayahuasca with shamans. One of us was tracking fertility supplements. The other was having visions of fatherhood (and dodging giant spiders).
In this Hopefully Kidding season finale, we’re talking about what happens when you’ve tried everything and still have nothing to show for it. From navigating a fertility reset to the unexpected ways healing actually happens, this episode is about making peace with uncertainty—and finding hope when it feels impossible.
What to Expect:
When IVF Fails Spectacularly – Facing the fallout after spending $25K with nothing to show for it.
Hitting Pause – Why stepping back was the hardest (and smartest) thing we did.
Alternative Healing – Lauren’s deep dive into acupuncture, dietitians, and spirit baby readings.
Ayahuasca & Fertility – Alex’s solo trip to Peru, psychedelic insights, and a life-changing moment in the jungle.
The Emotional Reset – A new fertility clinic, new doctors, and the unexpected relief of a fresh start.
Season 2? – What’s next for us, and what we want to hear from you.
Let’s Connect:
Hang out with us on TikTok and YouTube @HopefullyKidding
Connect with Alex on Instagram @HooperHairPuff
Got a story to share? Email us at hopefullykidding@gmail.com
If this season made you laugh, cry, or feel a little less alone, please rate and review Hopefully Kidding on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us keep sharing these raw, ridiculous, and painfully real fertility stories. 💛
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