Episode 8: "Pretty Personal" Series – Christina Tarabishy’s Fertility Journey & Path to Motherhood

Episode Description: 

In this deeply personal and vulnerable mini episode, Christina Tarabishy (@christinatarabishy) opens up for the first time about her infertility and her path to motherhood. As we kick off our Women’s Health Series, we’re pulling back the curtain to share the personal stories that have shaped our perspectives. Before diving into expert insights on infertility, hormone health, and more, Christina reflects on the challenges, emotions, and lessons she encountered on her path to motherhood.

From navigating medical uncertainty to the unexpected ways infertility shaped her identity and relationships, Christina shares an honest look at the struggles and hope that defined this chapter of her life. Whether you’ve been through it yourself or know someone who has, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone—and that hope is always part of the journey.

This episode is part of our Pretty Personal series, where we unveil personal stories that give you a deeper look at who we are as hosts. As we continue to bring on guests and experts in their fields, we want to share the experiences that have shaped us and the conversations we’re passionate about.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why Christina and her husband decided to wait to have kids and what she wishes she had done differently.
• The challenges of going through infertility during the pandemic and shutdown.
• The journey to a fertility specialist and understanding the available options.
• The decision between IUI and IVF—why they chose their path.
• The emotional and physical toll of fertility treatments.
• An ectopic pregnancy scare and early complications.
• The unexpected ways infertility shaped Christina’s identity, relationships, and perspective on motherhood.
• A message of hope and support for other women facing infertility.

Wrap-Up & Looking Ahead 

• Why sharing personal stories is crucial to the larger conversation on women’s health.
• A sneak peek at upcoming episodes featuring experts in fertility and holistic health.
• “This is just the beginning—we can’t wait to bring you more voices and support on this journey together.”

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• Christina’s Spotlight: A reminder that "the days are long but the years are short" reflecting on being a mom for 3 years as she celebrates her son's 3rd birthday. 

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