What the F — Rise Up Beyond Fertility

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What the F — Rise up beyond Fertility is for the woman whose life got turned upside down by TTC, IVF or pregnancy loss… and who knows this journey cracked open something deeper than hormones, scheduling, appointments and test results. This is not a podcast about “staying positive” or waiting patiently for your turn. It’s about identity, grief, anger, culture, pressure, relationships, self-worth and the quiet question so many women are afraid to say out loud: Who am I becoming through this? Hosted by Tina Padia — Fertility & Life Coach blending neuroscience, NLP and emotional healing this podcast goes beyond clinics, timelines and medical protocols. We talk about the emotional and cultural layers of fertility, the parts no one prepares you for, and what it really takes to feel safe in your body and confident in yourself again. If you’ve ever felt lost, resentful, disconnected or like your life has shrunk to two lines on a stick… you’re not broken. You’re in transition. Fertility may be the doorway. But this is about rising beyond it. Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for information and support, not medical advice. For anything medical, please check in with your doctor or healthcare team. And if you want to talk or ask a question, you’re always welcome to DM me

  1. 1D AGO

    Ep. 40 - When “just stay positive” makes you want to lose it

    “Just stay positive” is usually meant with good intentions, no harm or people being intentionally cruel. But when you’re already overwhelmed, exhausted or emotionally stretched, those words can trigger you and make you completely spiral. In this episode, we explore why being told to stay positive can feel so unsupportive during a fertility journey. We talk about emotional honesty, the nervous system and why forcing optimism isn’t the same as being resilient. This is a space where you don’t have to be upbeat, hopeful or okay. You’re allowed to feel what you feel, without judging yourself for it. If positivity feels like too much right now, this conversation is for you. Journal prompts to explore after listening: What happens in my body when someone tells me to “stay positive”?What do I actually need in those moments instead?Where have I been forcing myself to be okay when I’m not?What would self-kindness look like for me today, without needing to feel positive? You don’t need to fix anything here.  Just notice. Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    17 min

  2. JAN 30

    Ep. 39 - When you feel like you’ve lost yourself in this

    Honestly, fertility has a quiet way of completely taking over your life. At first, it’s appointments, timelines, cycles, supplements and exhaustion. Then it’s plans on hold, decisions postponed and then you take a look in the mirror and you don’t quite recognise yourself anymore. In this episode, we talk about what happens when fertility stops being just a journey and starts shaping your identity. The emotional whirlwind, the constant waiting and the feeling that life has paused while everyone else moves forward with theirs not even realising. This isn’t about fixing anything or rushing yourself to feel better. It’s about noticing what’s been happening inside you and remembering that you’re still a whole person, even in the middle of uncertainty. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost yourself in this, you’re not alone. Journal prompts to reflect on after listening: Who was I before fertility took centre stage in my life?In what ways has my world become smaller recentlyWhat part of me is quietly asking for attention right now? (rest, joy, love, connection)What part of me is quietly asking for attention right now?If fertility wasn’t the only lens I saw myself through, who else am I?Take your time. There is no right answer with this. Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    15 min

  3. 11/14/2025

    Ep. 38 - Why am I so angry on my fertility journey?

    Anger is one of the most misunderstood emotions in infertility and is something that pretty much all women feel at one point in their journey. I know I can honestly say that I was angry at times for many reasons. In this episode, I break down why anger shows up so intensely during fertility struggles, what’s happening in your nervous system, and how NLP can help you shift the emotional charge instead of being so overwhelmed by it. You’ll hear:  • the real reasons you feel anger, irritation or rage  • how the brain reacts during infertility and why emotions feel out of control  • a powerful NLP-based tool you can use that's super easy but so effective and really helps  • journal prompts to help you release what you’ve been holding If you’ve ever thought:  “Why am I so angry?  "This isn’t me,”  This episode will help you understand what’s really going on and how release and soften it so that feel more at peace and grounded.   Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    26 min

  4. 11/07/2025

    Ep. 37 - “Why does it feel so easy for everyone else?”

    If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Why does it feel so easy for everyone else?” — this episode is for you. We talk openly and honestly about the quiet loneliness that comes with infertility and the ache of watching other people’s lives move forward while yours feels like it’s stuck on pause in limbo. You’ll learn why these feelings of isolation, loneliness, resentment, and grief are completely normal, what’s happening in your brain when you compare yourself to others, and how to shift those thoughts using simple NLP tools and Neuroscience-backed techniques. I’ll guide you through a gentle reframe to help you stop spiralling when everyone else seems to have it all together, along with journaling prompts, affirmations, and a calming breath exercise to bring you back to yourself. You’re not behind.  You’re not broken.  You’re just human — and you’re allowed to feel it all. Thank you for listening. I'd love to hear from you and if you have some time please rate and leave me a review so that this podcast can reach more and more women that really need to feel less alone on this journey. Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    23 min

  5. 10/31/2025

    Ep. 36 - I don’t even recognise myself anymore

    When you’ve been on the fertility journey for what feels like forever, it’s easy to lose sight of the woman you used to be. You stop recognising yourself, the version of you who always was up for a laugh, who wasn’t constantly overthinking every decision or waiting for the next appointment. In this week’s episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, I’m opening up about what it really feels like to lose yourself in the process and how to start finding your way back. We’ll talk about: Why chronic stress and fertility trauma change the way your brain and body work  How NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) helps you rewire your thoughts, emotions and identity  A simple but powerful NLP visualisation exercise to reconnect with YOU  Journaling prompts and affirmations to remind you that the real you is still here — underneath all the fertility noise and chaos. This episode is your gentle reminder that you haven’t lost yourself, she’s still there, waiting to be seen and heard again. Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    18 min

  6. 10/10/2025

    Ep.35 - How to protect yourself from disappointment without losing hope

    Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace. I’m Tina, and today we’re talking about a fear so many of us feel but rarely admit: the worry that you might never become a mum. If you’ve ever caught yourself holding back from daydreaming about pregnancy, imagining baby names, or picturing your future because the disappointment might be too much, this episode is for you. We’ll explore why these fears show up, how infertility impacts your emotional and mental well-being, and practical tools to help you: Protect yourself from repeated disappointment without shutting down hopeRewire your mind using NLP and visualisation to manage thoughts, emotions, and reactionsJournal and process your feelings in a safe, compassionate wayCreate tiny, safe spaces to imagine your future without being consumed by fear or feeling like you might jinx yourselfYou’ll leave with actionable exercises, affirmations, and a gentle roadmap to navigate the emotional complexities of infertility while keeping your hope alive.  Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    16 min

  7. 10/02/2025

    Ep. 34 - Losing friends or drifting apart? How infertility really impacts friendships

    Losing friends or growing apart? How infertility impacts your friendships Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace. I’m Tina, and today I'm talking about the real strain that infertility brings to your friendships. Going through infertility can make you feel isolated, not just because of your journey, but because your friends might not fully understand what you’re experiencing. You might notice friends drifting away, saying the wrong thing, or not knowing how to support you. And that hurts sometimes deeply. In this episode, we’ll explore: ·       Why friendships can change during infertility ·       How to manage feelings of resentment, loneliness, or guilt ·       Practical ways to communicate your needs and set boundaries ·       How to protect your energy without feeling like a “bad friend” ·       Journal prompts, affirmations, and a small exercise to help you navigate these relationships with self-kindness and clarity Whether friends drift away or you simply feel misunderstood, this episode will help you process your emotions, reclaim your emotional space, and nurture the connections that truly support you. Journal prompts from this episode: What emotions come up when I think about my friendships right now?Which friends make me feel supported and safe?How can I communicate my needs clearly without guilt? Affirmation: “I am worthy of friendships that support and nurture me.” Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    19 min

  8. 09/25/2025

    Ep. 33 - "I’m scared I’ll never be a mum"- How to cope without losing yourself

    Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace. I’m Tina, and in this episode, we’re talking about a fear that so many women feel but rarely admit: the fear that you might never become a mum. I'll talk about why this fear is so heavy, how the emotional weight of infertility can linger, and practical ways to process it without losing yourself. I’ll share how NLP and the mind-body connection can help you shift your thoughts, regulate your emotions, and help you find some calm and control.  And I talk you through a guided visualisation, affirmations, and journal prompts to help you release your thoughts down onto paper, show some self kindness and compassion and explore how you can gently shift your thoughts and behaviour, no matter the outcome. Connect with me You can follow me on Instagram @tinafertilitycoach for ongoing support and conversations around the emotional exhaustion and trauma of fertility. You’re also very welcome to send me a DM — I read them all and I’d genuinely love to hear from you. To read my full story and learn more about how I support women through their fertility journey, visit www.tinafertilitycoach.com Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Any insights shared are based on my personal experience and my work as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach. Always speak with your doctor, fertility specialist or healthcare team regarding medical questions or decisions. If you’re experiencing ongoing emotional distress, low mood or feel you need additional support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional such as a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist.

    20 min
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What the F — Rise up beyond Fertility is for the woman whose life got turned upside down by TTC, IVF or pregnancy loss… and who knows this journey cracked open something deeper than hormones, scheduling, appointments and test results. This is not a podcast about “staying positive” or waiting patiently for your turn. It’s about identity, grief, anger, culture, pressure, relationships, self-worth and the quiet question so many women are afraid to say out loud: Who am I becoming through this? Hosted by Tina Padia — Fertility & Life Coach blending neuroscience, NLP and emotional healing this podcast goes beyond clinics, timelines and medical protocols. We talk about the emotional and cultural layers of fertility, the parts no one prepares you for, and what it really takes to feel safe in your body and confident in yourself again. If you’ve ever felt lost, resentful, disconnected or like your life has shrunk to two lines on a stick… you’re not broken. You’re in transition. Fertility may be the doorway. But this is about rising beyond it. Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for information and support, not medical advice. For anything medical, please check in with your doctor or healthcare team. And if you want to talk or ask a question, you’re always welcome to DM me

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