“Motherhood after infertility is laced with an extra layer of guilt and shame and brokenness, but I'm here to tell you that motherhood after infertility means that the magical moments of motherhood are magnified and your love and joy stretch your heart to grow bigger and bigger.” –Stephanie Booe

Becoming a mom after infertility is a dream come true — but it’s also more complicated than anyone ever says out loud. In this honest episode of Messy Motherhood, Stephanie invites you to sit with her while she reveals the real, raw truth behind finally holding the baby you wished, prayed, and waited for.

Stephanie opens her heart about how her journey reshaped everything she thought she knew about parenting. You’ll hear her speak candidly about the guilt of craving alone time, the struggle to enjoy every moment, and the hidden pressures that linger long after pregnancy. She shares how postpartum anxiety and the weight of unrealistic expectations taught her that true motherhood isn’t about perfection — it’s about giving yourself the same compassion you give your children.

If you’ve walked your own path through infertility, you know the mix of gratitude and unexpected grief that can follow you into motherhood. This episode is a gentle reminder that it’s okay to hold space for both — the joy and the struggle, the love and the need to care for yourself, too. You’re not alone in feeling torn between soaking up every moment and needing a break. Let Stephanie’s honest reflections remind you that your journey is valid, your feelings are real, and there’s so much beauty to be found in your own perfectly imperfect motherhood.

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