• S2E12 - Weight struggles and the surgery that changed my life
    May 10 2023

    In this episode of Krystal Fking Clear listen as Krystal shares about the impact PCOS, endometriosis, and her fertility journey has had on her physical health and the ultimate decision Krystal made as a result of that.

    In this episode you'll hear about:
    - the consistent and aggressive way Krystal gained weight as a result of IVF
    - what it was like grappling with the decision on whether to get weight loss surgery
    - the unique universal signs that told Krystal she was making the right decision for her
    - the scary part about weight loss surgery
    - how Krystal prepared mentally, emotionally and energetically for the surgery... and so much more!

    Share your takeaways with Krystal here:
    https://www.instagram.com/krystalfkingclear/

    This podcast is produced by Nikki O'Brien from Quintessential Being

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    57 mins
  • S2E11 - My Frozen Embryo Transfer
    May 8 2023

    Continuing on Krystal's fertility journey, in this episode of Krystal Fking Clear listen as she shares about their first frozen embryo transfer. The super uncomfortable symptoms that come with the hormone injections and medication and the surprising regular ritual that bonded Krystal and her partner Bruce during this tough time.

    In this episode you'll hear about:
    - the excruciating pain and panic attack Krystal experience during the procedure
    - how Krystal deals with the dark days during IVF
    - the impact weight gain had on Krystal's mental and emotional health
    - the keepsake that Krystal still has to this day
    - what Krystal is grateful for in this IVF journey... and so much more!

    Share your takeaways with Krystal here:
    https://www.instagram.com/krystalfkingclear/

    This podcast is produced by Nikki O'Brien from Quintessential Being

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    31 mins
  • S2E10 - My IVF Experience
    May 3 2023

    Continuing on Krystal's fertility journey, in this episode of Krystal Fking Clear listen as she shares about her initial IVF appointment and what unfolded from there. She also shares about why she is intentional about the support forums and groups she joins whilst on her fertility journey.

    In this episode you'll hear about:
    - why everyone's IVF journey will look and feel different
    - Krystal's egg collection process
    - why Krystal and her partner Bruce chose to freeze their embryos
    - what deciding to do her first frozen transfer meant for Krystal... and so much more!

    Share your takeaways with Krystal here:
    https://www.instagram.com/krystalfkingclear/

    This podcast is produced by Nikki O'Brien from Quintessential Being

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    32 mins
  • S2E9 - My Fertility Journey: Part 2
    May 1 2023

    In this episode of Krystal Fking Clear listen as we deep dive into Krystal's fertility journey... hear how Krystal accidentally overheard doctors discussing her case in the hallways of a hospital and what she consequently learnt and understood from that information.

    In this episode you'll hear about:
    - what getting diagnosed with endometriosis and PCOS meant for her
    - what different medications were prescribed to Krystal and what they did to her body
    - the moment it dawned on Krystal what a natural fertility centre meant
    - how she found the right fertility doctor for her
    - why Krystal started questioning if she even wants children... and so much more!

    Share your takeaways with Krystal here:
    https://www.instagram.com/krystalfkingclear/

    This podcast is produced by Nikki O'Brien from Quintessential Being

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    30 mins
  • S2E8 - My Fertility Journey: Part 1
    Apr 26 2023

    In this episode of Krystal Fking Clear we change lanes... listen as Krystal takes you through the process of her fertility journey. Going back to the start Krystal shares with us her on/off relationship with the pill, actually meeting someone she wanted to procreate with and the tumultuous relationship she's had with her body and hormones since being a teenager.

    In this episode you'll hear about:
    - going off the pill and being diagnosed with PCOS
    - the vicious cycle of gaining and losing weight
    - how Krystal became a self fulfilling prophecy
    - deciding we wanted to start a family... and so much more!

    Share your takeaways with Krystal here:
    https://www.instagram.com/krystalfkingclear/

    This podcast is produced by Nikki O'Brien from Quintessential Being

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    34 mins
  • Ep 10 - The final words: A message from my mum
    Oct 19 2021

    In this episode of Krystal Fking Clear we hear about how Krystal is honouring her and her Mothers's healing journey through all of this emotional unpacking. Listen as she speaks about climbing emotional mountains, that whilst feeling incredibly cathartic, also call for a time of rest + integration.

    Krystal opens up about how telling her Mother's story has led to a quantum healing for both women... there's also a super special surprise for you at the end of this episode which is sure to leave you in tears, so grab the tissue box and dive in!

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    28 mins
  • Ep 9 - Pill popping, couch surfing and suppressing childhood trauma
    Oct 5 2021

    In this episode Krystal takes us through her Mum's teenage years, where after the sudden + shocking death of her Father she fled from a toxic household without processing any of the abuse she suffered, battling with addiction to cope.
    Krystal reflects on the interesting parallels between her personal experience of the Mother/daughter dynamic as a teenager + her Mother's troubled relationship with her own Mum (Krystal's Grandmother). Listen to the huge shift that occurs when generational healing, forgiveness + unconditional love happens.

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    https://www.instagram.com/krystalfkingclear/

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    52 mins
  • Ep 8 - The flip side of telling the truth
    Sep 14 2021

    Listen as Krystal unpacks with us in real time the aftermath of finally naming her Mother's abuser + everything that unfolded leading up to the release of the episode. Krystal shares with us the guilt that arose for her Mother after releasing a decades old secret + the sad but common side effects that happens when a survivor tells the truth about their abuse.

    Krystal talks to us about disassociation + regression, sharing insight about the impact abuse or severe trauma has on a child's brain. This episode really does bring home the miraculous life her Mother created from heart-breaking + horrific beginnings.

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    1 hr and 1 min