When people hear the word grief, they often think about death. But what about grieving the life you thought you would have?

In this episode, Stef and Lauren explore the hidden grief that comes with chronic illness, cancer, infertility, disability, and major life changes. They share their own experiences with breast cancer treatment, achalasia, infertility, and the heartbreak of watching your body, relationships, and future plans change in unexpected ways.

Together, they discuss:

• Grieving your health and the person you used to be

• The emotional impact of chronic illness

• Infertility and IVF grief that often goes unseen

• Invisible losses like independence, identity, friendships, and spontaneity

• Why grief can look like anger, guilt, exhaustion, or isolation

• Healthy ways to process grief and mo ...