The Trying Times
The Trying Times
Effortlessly Ellie
In this pod we're talking about all things TTC and Fertility as we get to know our bodies and explore the different journeys we might be on to try to meet our baby. Find me at effortlesslyellie.com
S1 Ep.10 | Jealousy and Friendships
A very requested episode on the jealous, ugly feelings while trying to conceive! We look at some of the comments that people can make that hurt more than help, and share ideas of what could be said instead, to support others on their journey.
Sep 9, 2023
23 min
S2 Ep.1 | The Diaries with Megan
Warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss. Welcome to a brand new series, The Diaries, where we are talking to girls like you and me about their experiences on their TTC journeys! Today we are talking to Megan about miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and her recent IVF journey, as well as touching on topics like when you should announce a pregnancy.
Aug 26, 2023
1 hr 32 min
S1 Ep.9 | Manifesting or Jinxing?
Today I'm talking about manifesting and feeling like you're jinxing by having hope, as well as discussing my experiences with visualisations, meditations and more!
Aug 12, 2023
17 min
S1 Ep.8 | Let's Talk Endo
Endometriosis. A hideous pain condition which can cause infertility. Let's talk about it! Today I'm telling my endo story, sharing my symptoms and how I was diagnosed, as well as talking about what endo actually is.
Aug 5, 2023
24 min
S1 Ep.7 | Taking Control
When things feel out of our control, we try and find things that we can control that might make a difference. Today we are talking about acupuncture, nutrition, meditations and more!
Jul 29, 2023
19 min
S1 Ep.6 | The Two Week Wait...
Those dreaded weeks that make us feel like we are going crazy! It's not just me right?! In this episode we talk about living through those two weeks up to finding out if we are pregnant or not, and all the symptom spotting, early testing, pineapple eating, hormone raging we go through, as well as discussing what helps us get through it!!
Jul 22, 2023
19 min
S1 Ep.5 | Temperature Tracking!
Here we go! BBT- Basal Body Temperature tracking. What does it mean?! In this episode we talk about how to track, what it means, what to look for and how to use it to understand your cycle better. Knowledge is power!
Jul 15, 2023
16 min
S1 Ep.4 | Living While TTC
This week's episode focuses on our identities away from TTC. Who are we when we aren't trying and how can we take a break, a REAL break? Is it possible to truly switch off?
Jul 8, 2023
22 min
S1 Ep.3 | Ovulation Tests
Do you want to know all about ovulation tests, how to use them, when to take them and more?! This week is all about learning how to track using little sticks, to try and catch the perfect time to make a baby!
Jul 1, 2023
18 min
S1 Ep.2 | The Cycle of Hope
In this episode we are talking all about the cycle of hope and disappointment we go through each cycle and picking ourselves up after a negative, as well as obsessing, dreaming and "just relax"ing!!
Jun 24, 2023
14 min
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