Ep 81: Sarah Willoughby on Infertility, Loss, and Living a Life of Purpose

In this heartfelt episode of What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss, Sharna Southan is joined by transformation and fertility coach, best-selling author, and speaker Sarah Willoughby, whose deeply personal story is a powerful testament to resilience, healing, and the quiet wisdom that comes from living through unimaginable challenges.

Sarah shares her journey through PCOS, secondary infertility, multiple miscarriages, IVF, and a life-threatening case of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).

From the trauma of watching her son walk away as she was admitted to ICU, to the spiritual surrender that ultimately led her to healing, Sarah invites us into a raw, vulnerable, and empowering conversation.

Together, Sharna and Sarah explore:

 • The importance of grieving pregnancy loss in a way that feels meaningful to you

 • Why emotional bypassing and “fixing” language can hinder healing

 • The life-changing impact of mindset, energy work, and a mind-body-spirit approach to fertility

 • What it means to live the life you’re being given, not just the one you’re trying to create

 • How to support others through miscarriage, infertility, and loss with presence, not platitudes

 • The creation of Sarah’s book Infertility Saved My Life and how it’s helping others on their healing path

This episode is an invitation to honour your grief, to find your way back to joy, and to remember that you are not alone. Whether you’ve experienced loss, are navigating infertility, or support others through these paths, this conversation holds space for you.

🔗 Connect with Sarah Willoughby: 

Website: sarahwilloughby.com

Instagram: @sarahwilloughbyaustralia

LinkedIn: Sarah Willoughby 2019

Book a free 30-minute consultation: Book here

📚 Explore Sarah’s book: 

Infertility Saved My Life: Healing PCOS from the Inside Out — available now.

You can order a signed copy of my book here https://www.sarahwilloughby.com/infertilitysavedmylife

💫 Ready to support others after pregnancy loss? 

Learn more about the Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Certification and how you can bridge the gap in support for bereaved parents.

👉 Click here to apply or DM Sharna on Instagram @instituteofhealing_courses

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For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey.

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Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider.

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Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach

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Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛