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It\u2019s our mission to give those struggling a platform to be heard, a community connection, and an opportunity to raise awareness of the 1 in 6 who, for many reasons, struggle with infertility.","episode_page_title":"Bonus Episode 16: Navigating Your Family Building Journey Through the Holidays ","episode_embed_code":"<iframe style=\"border: none;\" title=\"Libsyn Player\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/21305561\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/backward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/8f4b9b\/stats-code\/progynylandingpage-BONUS16\/\" width=\"100%\" height=\"90\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","episode_details":"<span data-contrast=\"none\">When it comes to family building, the holidays can be a time of heightened anxiety,\u00a0sensitive conversations, and awkward\u00a0family encounters.\u00a0Dealing with infertility can prove to be challenging on its own but paired with pressing questions from relatives can really make one feel as though it\u2019s their fault.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Today\u2019s episode\u00a0features tips on how to handle tough situations and challenging questions about family building this holiday season, as well as leaning\u00a0on partner support,\u00a0distancing\u00a0yourself\u00a0when need be, and\u00a0creating new traditions.\u00a0Being around family during the holidays can bring up many emotions but it is important to remember that you are not alone.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">While this episode is definitely worth the listen, we understand that life gets busy and have provided a summary for you\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/progyny.com\/blog\/lets-talk-fertility\/navigating-your-family-building-journey-during-the-holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">here.<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Experts:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Dr. Georgia Witkin,\u00a0Progyny;\u00a0Regina Townsend,\u00a0The Broken Brown Egg;\u00a0Khaled\u00a0Kteily, Legacy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Host<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">:\u00a0Dan Bulger, Progyny<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">For more information, visit Progyny\u2019s Podcast page and Progyny\u2019s Education page for more resources. 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