63. Fertility Nurse Laura Weppler on IVF, Emotional Support & Why Your ‘Fertility Village’ Matters
Fertility Nurse Laura Weppler on IVF, Emotional Support & Why Your ‘Fertility Village’ Matters. On the Her Fertility Podcast, host Jess interviews Laura Weppler, a nurse with 12 years in fertility care and an alum of the Her Fertility Certification Program, about her dual perspective as a fertility clinic professional and IVF patient.
Laura shares her infertility journey including miscarriage, surgeries, a torn cervix, anxiety about carrying a pregnancy, and needing multiple embryo transfers before success. They discuss the critical gap in fertility care: education and emotional support, the importance of human connection (especially as people turn to Google and AI like ChatGPT for “crystal ball” answers), and the value of integrating Western and holistic approaches rather than choosing all-or-nothing.
Laura now runs Rooted Fertility Co, supports clients one-on-one, and co-hosts the podcast Fertility Nurses Unfiltered to give patients an insider look at clinics and spark system improvements, while encouraging listeners to “build your village” of support beyond the clinic.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:50 Laura’s Nursing Path
01:10 Her IVF Journey
04:11 Human Connection vs AI
05:29 Why She Got Certified
06:46 Blending East and West
07:44 New Podcast Launch
08:56 Nurses Power Clinics
11:48 Build Your Support Village
12:24 Where to Find Laura
12:59 Final Thanks and Reviews
Connect with Laura
Instagram: @rootedfertility_co
Website: https://rootedfertilityco.com
Ready for support that meets you where you are? The Her Fertility Support Portal is a monthly membership for women navigating infertility: emotionally, somatically, and in community. www.herfertility.support
Connect with Jess: Instagram & TikTok: @herfertility.support
Disclaimer: The Her Fertility podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare professional regarding any symptoms or medical problems you are experiencing.
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