The #1 Mistake People Make When a Friend Struggles With Infertility | Alison Cheperdak
· 43 min · S3 E39
Episode The #1 Mistake People Make When a Friend Struggles With Infertility | Alison Cheperdak
It isn’t about being an expert on the medical details of infertility; it is about being a phenomenal, loving advocate for someone walking through a season of loss and lack of control. In this episode, host Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with Alison Cheperdak, founder of Elevate Etiquette and author of Was It Something I Said?, to bridge the gap between those struggling and the people who want to show up for them. They unpack the human element behind the awkward silences and ill-advised jokes, offering a roadmap for navigating one of life’s most delicate social and emotional experiences with grace.
What You’ll Learn:
• The specific "limitation acknowledgment" phrase that transforms frozen, awkward silences into safe spaces for connection. • Why "social media self-preservation" is a valid friendship tool and how to manage digital triggers without guilt. • The unique "etiquette of the out" when sending invitations to major milestones like baby showers or holiday gatherings. • Strategic ways to "switch gears" as a host or ally when the conversation turns insensitive at the dinner table. • The critical difference between offering vague help and the "Tuesday school pickup" method of specific, tangible support.
Find Alison Cheperdak
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Book: Was It Something I Said?
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Website: https://elevateetiquette.com/
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Instagram: @elevateetiquette
Resources:
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Pre-Order The Fertility Formula https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book
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Newsletter: nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter
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Instagram: @nataliecrawfordmd
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Youtube Channel: Natalie Crawford MD
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Interested in becoming a patient?: Fora Fertility
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- https://www.amazon.com/Was-Something-Said-Etiquette-Relationships/dp/1400350123
- https://www.sarahehill.com
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- https://www.instagram.com/elevateetiquette/#
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- https://nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter
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