How to Become a Parent: A Struggle Through the Fertility Gauntlet w/Ben and Julia Kowalczyk

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Childhood friends Ben and Julia Kowalczyk join the Chad and Craig on this week's episode. The conversation details Ben and Julia's struggle with their long-distance relationship and the challenges they faced. They talk about the importance of communication and making sacrifices for love. Julia and Ben share their journey of career changes, infertility, and IVF, all while establishing their careers and working while carrying this mental burden. They both experienced the pressure of finding a stable job and starting over in their 30s.
They decided to start a family and faced the challenges of infertility, undergoing multiple IUIs and eventually IVF. Throughout their journey, they emphasized the importance of communication and mental health. They discuss the emotional rollercoaster of multiple failed IVF and IUI attempts, as well as a devastating miscarriage. They emphasize the importance of therapy and communication in navigating the challenges of infertility. Julia and Ben also talk about their decision to share their story on social media and the support they received from their online community.
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1. How to Become a Parent: A Struggle Through the Fertility Gauntlet w/Ben and Julia Kowalczyk (00:00:00)

2. Long-Distance Relationship Challenges (00:08:37)

3. Starting a Family and Dealing with Infertility (00:23:18)

4. The Emotional Journey of IVF (00:35:23)

5. The Importance of Communication and Mental Health (00:42:02)

6. Finding Support Through Sharing on Social Media (00:57:15)