Ep 10: Fertility, Loss & Women’s Health: A Conversation with Ash Hernandez
Episode description
Hosts: Brianna Hall & Courtney O'Ferrall
Guest: Ash Hernandez, Author of The Cervical Solution and Founder of The Pursuit of Fertility
💡 In This Episode:
In this deeply moving episode, Brianna and Courtney welcome Ash Hernandez, author of The Cervical Solution and founder of The Pursuit of Fertility. Ash shares her personal journey through fertility challenges and the heartbreaking loss of her daughter to Group B Strep. The conversation dives into the vital role of the cervix in fertility and the crucial need for better education around women's health topics.
Courtney also opens up about her own experiences with pregnancy challenges, creating a safe space for honest, emotional dialogue. Together, the hosts and Ash discuss the emotional ups and downs of early pregnancy, the power of intuition, and the importance of tracking baby movements and kick counts. They highlight the impact of social media in empowering women through education and why normalizing conversations around periods and reproductive health is key to building a supportive, stigma-free community.
✨ Key Takeaways:
- Ash’s personal story of loss, resilience, and finding purpose through education.
- The cervix’s vital role in fertility and the need for better understanding.
- Emotional challenges in early pregnancy and navigating loss.
- Why intuition and advocating for your health matter so much.
- The significance of kick counts and baby movements for pregnancy health.
- How social media is a powerful tool for educating and supporting women.
- The importance of normalizing conversations around periods, fertility, and women’s health.
- Community and shared stories empower and uplift women on their journeys.
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- 📚 Ash Hernandez: @thepursuitoffertility
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