Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we dive into the emotional and complex realities of infertility. Joined by journalist, author, and IVF mom Kathryn Blaze Baum, we explore her deeply personal journey through secondary infertility and assisted reproductive technology, alongside the broader psychological, cultural, and ethical dimensions of trying to conceive. This conversation unpacks the all-consuming nature of infertility, the pressures surrounding family-building, and the often unspoken realities behind the pursuit of parenthood.
Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode:
• Kathryn’s Infertility Story: IVF, Surrogacy & Two Pregnancies
• The “I’ll Do Anything” Mindset in Infertility
• Suffering, Worthiness & the Martyrdom of Motherhood
• Secondary Infertility: Grief, Guilt & Emotional Paradox
• Timeline Pressure: “2 Under 2” and Cultural Expectations
• Letting Go of Control: Releasing the Perfect Plan
• Surrogacy Ethics: Autonomy vs Commodification
• How Infertility Impacts Relationships & Support Systems
• What to Say (and Not Say) to Someone Facing Infertility
• Fertility, Control & Letting Go of Perfectionism
Check in with today’s amazing guest: Kathryn Blaze Baum
Website: kathrynblazebaum.com
Journalism: theglobeandmail.com/authors/kathryn-blaze-baum
Instagram: instagram.com/kblazebaum
Book: https://shorturl.at/MishT
📚 Grab my book, THE HUNGER CRUSHING COMBO METHOD ⤵️
Learn how to find your healthiest weight and meet your health goals without dieting with this evidence-based guide to nutrition truths.
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More purchase options: abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo
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2) Please use this video (as with all of my review videos) as educational, not as unique recommendations.
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Check out my blog for healthy recipes, parenting tips and tricks and busting nutrition myths and diets: abbeyskitchen.com
If you liked this video, please leave me a comment below with your thoughts and let me know who you want me to review next!
With Science & Sass,
Xoxo Abbey 🌸
In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we dive into the emotional and complex realities of infertility. Joined by journalist, author, and IVF mom Kathryn Blaze Baum, we explore her deeply personal journey through secondary infertility and assisted reproductive technology, alongside the broader psychological, cultural, and ethical dimensions of trying to conceive. This conversation unpacks the all-consuming nature of infertility, the pressures surrounding family-building, and the often unspoken realities behind the pursuit of parenthood.
Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode:
• Kathryn’s Infertility Story: IVF, Surrogacy & Two Pregnancies
• The “I’ll Do Anything” Mindset in Infertility
• Suffering, Worthiness & the Martyrdom of Motherhood
• Secondary Infertility: Grief, Guilt & Emotional Paradox
• Timeline Pressure: “2 Under 2” and Cultural Expectations
• Letting Go of Control: Releasing the Perfect Plan
• Surrogacy Ethics: Autonomy vs Commodification
• How Infertility Impacts Relationships & Support Systems
• What to Say (and Not Say) to Someone Facing Infertility
• Fertility, Control & Letting Go of Perfectionism
Check in with today’s amazing guest: Kathryn Blaze Baum
Website: kathrynblazebaum.com
Journalism: theglobeandmail.com/authors/kathryn-blaze-baum
Instagram: instagram.com/kblazebaum
Book: https://shorturl.at/MishT
📚 Grab my book, THE HUNGER CRUSHING COMBO METHOD ⤵️
Learn how to find your healthiest weight and meet your health goals without dieting with this evidence-based guide to nutrition truths.
Amazon: amazon.com/gp/product/0306836793?tag=hacboogrosit-20
More purchase options: abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo
🎙 Click the link to listen to my new podcast, Bite Back with Abbey Sharp!
lnk.to/Bite-Back?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social
✉️ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER ⤵️
abbeyskitchen.myflodesk.com/kd6ijl0y3e
🥞 FREE HUNGER CRUSHING COMBO™ E-BOOK! ⤵️
abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo
💪🏼 FREE PROTEIN 101 E-BOOK! ⤵️
abbeyskitchen.com/protein-intake-recommendations
A FEW DISCLAIMERS
1) The information in this video is for education and entertainment purposes only, so you should always speak to a health care provider about your unique health needs.
2) Please use this video (as with all of my review videos) as educational, not as unique recommendations.
3) Please be kind in the comments.
4) Trigger warning to those with disordered eating tendencies.
5) Don’t forget to subscribe to this channel and ring the little bell so you never miss out!
👩🏼💻 RESEARCH LINKS
📱 Follow me on Instagram and TikTok! @abbeyskitchen
instagram.com/abbeyskitchen
tiktok.com/@abbeyskitchen
Anorexia & Restrictive Dieting Freedom E-Course
(Use promo code Abbey20 for 20% off)
grace-s-school-b818.thinkific.com/courses/anorexia-restrictive-dieting-freedom-course?ref=b86f01
My book, The Mindful Glow Cookbook affiliate link: amzn.to/2nev0lf
Check out my blog for healthy recipes, parenting tips and tricks and busting nutrition myths and diets: abbeyskitchen.com
If you liked this video, please leave me a comment below with your thoughts and let me know who you want me to review next!
With Science & Sass,
Xoxo Abbey 🌸
