ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The opinions and perspectives shared in this episode are those of Dr. Clay Brigance, Ginny Lupka, Danielle Murray, and Marty Joe Murray and are intended for educational and informational purposes only as part of the Love & Infertility podcast. The content discussed is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or therapeutic advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you need assistance navigating infertility, reproductive trauma, or mental health concerns, please consult your healthcare professional or a licensed therapist in your area.
This episode contains discussion of endometriosis and PCOS, IVF and failed transfers, miscarriage, a pregnancy loss in which the mother's life was at risk, the cremation of a baby, serious pregnancy complications, and the politics surrounding IVF and reproductive health.
What happens when you and your partner grieve the same loss in completely different ways? Dr. Clay and Ginny sit down with longtime friends Danielle Murray, founder of Making a Miracle, and her husband, Missouri State Representative Marty Joe Murray. Together, the high school sweet hearts share their path from an endometriosis diagnosis in 2015 to timed intercourse, IVF, and the birth of their daughter, Michaela. They also explain the legislation Marty has drafted, including Missouri's first state Infertility Awareness Week, a bill for Medicaid fertility coverage, and a proposed grant fund for families.
Connect with Danielle and Marty
Making a Miracle website → makingamiracle.org
Danielle on Instagram → @makingamiracle_stl
Contact Missouri State Representative Marty Joe Murray → house.mo.gov
Free Digital Download — Dr. Clay's Infertility & Mental Health Manual
Book Dr. Clay for speaking or training → https://www.drclaybrigance.com/trainings-for-mental-health-professionals
Therapy with Dr. Clay/ Shiloh Counseling → https://shilohcounselingllc.com/
Learn more about the Four Pillars approach → https://www.drclaybrigance.com/fourpillars
Connect with Ginny Lupka → https://linktr.ee/ginnylupkacounseling
