263: You Are Not Alone: The Story Behind the Hopeful Mama Foundation
What happens when the future you’ve imagined changes in a single doctor’s appointment? In this episode, I’m joined by Emily Patel, founder of the Hopeful Mama Foundation. After being diagnosed with premature ovarian failure at age 25 following years of misdiagnosis, Emily faced a life-altering fertility journey that ultimately led her to become a mother of two through donor egg IVF.
Together, we discuss the importance of self-advocacy, navigating infertility, finding support through community, and why reproductive health is a critical part of overall longevity. Emily also shares practical ways to advocate for yourself when symptoms are dismissed and why no one should have to face infertility alone.





