{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6a17787e83dd9b6e113b98c8/6a308760685069f99f28134f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep 8: Writing Through Fertility - How Creative Writing Can Support Your IVF and IUI Journey with Rebecca Canup","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6a17787e83dd9b6e113b98c8/1781565191867-5b7c8ad4-3221-4a7b-839a-4f32ded807d8.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>What happens when you give yourself permission to put your thoughts, feelings, fears, hopes, and experiences into words?</p><p>In this heartfelt conversation, Shreyasi sits down with author, poet, and writing mentor Rebecca Canup to explore how creative writing can become a powerful source of support during IVF, IUI, infertility, pregnancy loss, and the emotional complexities of trying to conceive.</p><p>Together, they discuss the healing nature of self-expression, the importance of finding safe spaces to share your voice, and how writing can help women process grief, uncertainty, identity shifts, and the many emotions that arise throughout a fertility journey. Rebecca shares her own experiences creating writing communities for women, the transformative power of storytelling, and why writing doesn't need to be perfect to be meaningful.</p><p>Whether you've journaled for years or have never written more than a few sentences in a notebook, this episode offers a compassionate invitation to explore writing as a tool for self-discovery, self-trust, and emotional healing.</p><p><br></p><h2>In This Episode We Explore</h2><p>• How creative writing can support women navigating IVF, IUI, infertility, and pregnancy loss</p><p> • Why self-expression is an important part of emotional wellbeing and healing</p><p> • The connection between writing, grief, self-trust, and resilience</p><p> • How journaling can help process difficult emotions and experiences</p><p> • The value of community and safe spaces for sharing your voice</p><p> • Why writing doesn't need to be perfect to be meaningful</p><p> • How prompts can help unlock thoughts and feelings you may not realize you're carrying</p><p> • The role of storytelling in reducing isolation and helping women feel less alone</p><h3><br></h3><h2>Resources Mentioned</h2><h3>The Writer's Room: Rebecca's supportive group writing community designed to help women explore self-expression, creativity, storytelling, and connection through guided writing prompts and shared experiences.</h3><p><br></p><h3>One-to-One Writing Mentorship: A personalized mentorship program,offered by Rebecca, for women interested in writing books, poetry, journals, memoirs, or other creative projects and looking for support through the writing and publishing process.</h3><p><br></p><h3>The Red Thread Library: A collection of guided meditations, somatic practices, and supportive resources created to help women feel more grounded, connected, and supported throughout their fertility journey.</h3><p><br></p><h2>Guest Information</h2><h3>Rebecca Canup</h3><p>Rebecca Canup is a published author, poet, writing mentor, and founder of The Writer's Room. Through her group programs and one-to-one mentorship, she helps women discover their voice, deepen their self-expression, and bring their stories into the world.</p><p>Learn more about Rebecca's writing programs, mentorship opportunities, and upcoming Writer's Room sessions through her website and social media channels:</p><p>Website:<a href=\"https://www.burnforwords.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://www.burnforwords.org/</a></p><p>Instagram:<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/burnforwords\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://www.instagram.com/burnforwords</a></p><p>Facebook:<a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/burnforwords\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://www.facebook.com/burnforwords</a></p><p><br></p><h2>How to Work With Shreyasi</h2><p>If you're navigating infertility, IVF, IUI, pregnancy loss, or the emotional challenges of trying to conceive, you don't have to walk this path alone.</p><p>Through fertility support programs, mindfulness-based practices, equine facilitated healing, guided meditations, retreats, and one-to-one support, Shreyasi helps women reconnect with themselves while moving through the uncertainty of their fertility journey.</p><p><br></p><h2>Connect with Shreyasi Brodhecker</h2><p>Website:<a href=\"https://shreyasibrodhecker.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://shreyasibrodhecker.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/shreyasi_brodhecker\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/shreyasi_brodhecker</a></p><p>Learn more about fertility support programs, equine healing experiences, retreats, guided practices, and resources designed specifically for women navigating fertility challenges.</p><p><br></p><h2>Subscribe &amp; Review</h2><p>If this episode resonated with you, please follow The Red Thread on your favourite podcast platform, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may benefit from its message.</p><p>Your support helps more women find compassionate guidance, connection, and healing throughout their fertility journey.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Shreyasi Brodhecker"}