Healing through infertility, Faith, and Purpose with Alicia Hurtt

In this earnest episode of the Sacred Fertility Flow Podcast, I sit down with Alicia Hurt, Certified Doula, Holistic Wellness Coach, minister, author, and founder of I See My Baby Incorporated.

Alicia shares her deeply personal journey through infertility, identity loss, emotional trauma, chronic illness, and ultimately healing. What began as a struggle to conceive became a profound invitation to rediscover herself, heal old wounds, and align with her true purpose.

 

Together, we explore:

✨ The hidden ways infertility can impact a woman's identity and sense of self

✨ How unprocessed emotional pain can manifest physically

✨ Alicia's journey with rheumatoid arthritis and healing

✨ The power of writing and journaling as therapeutic tools

✨ Why community and support matter during difficult seasons

✨ The importance of examining your intentions and purpose

✨ Faith, spirituality, and developing a deeper relationship with God

✨ Practical tools for stress relief and emotional healing

 

Whether you're navigating infertility, a major life transition, chronic illness, grief, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation offers hope, encouragement, and a reminder that healing is possible.

Connect with Alicia Hurt:

http://www.iseemybaby.org

https://www.instagram.com/all_me_alicia_/

https://www.facebook.com/sweetlicia2

Connect with Ashley Holmes:

Email: yogaforfertility7@gmail.com

https://www.instagram.com/ashley_holmes3202/

https://www.facebook.com/ashley.holmes.3979

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Quick recap

This conversation was a podcast interview between Ashley and Alicia Hurt, a certified doula and holistic wellness coach who founded the nonprofit I See My Baby Incorporated. Alicia shared her personal journey through infertility, trauma, and healing, discussing how she lost her sense of self while working as a minister and later as a corporate manager before finding her calling in supporting other women through fertility struggles and major life transitions. She described how internal pain manifesting physically, including developing rheumatoid arthritis and experiencing a car accident, ultimately led her to quit her job and pursue her true purpose of helping women heal and rediscover their voice. The conversation covered the importance of writing and journaling as therapeutic tools, the need for community support during difficult times, and the concept of examining one's intentions to ensure they align with spiritual fulfillment rather than just external achievements. Alicia also shared a breathing exercise for stress relief and emphasized the critical importance of developing a strong relationship with God as the foundation for healing and finding purpose.

 

Fertility Podcast Guest Discussion

Alicia and Ashley discussed their plans for a recording session, with Ashley offering to send a recap and notes to Alicia afterward. The conversation then shifted to introducing Alicia as a guest for an upcoming discussion about fertility, healing, and transformation. The meeting appeared to be setting up for an interview or podcast where Alicia would share her journey as a certified doula, holistic wellness coach, and founder of a nonprofit organization supporting women and families.

 

Journey Through Infertility and Identity

Alicia shared her personal journey of struggling with authenticity and self-identity while dealing with infertility, describing how internal pain affected her relationships with her husband, employer, and faith. She explained how she realized she had lost herself through feedback from her husband, mother's subtle observations, and a supervisor's direct comment about her unhappiness despite her successful career. Alicia's story highlighted how fertility struggles can deeply fracture a woman's self-identity, a point Ashley acknowledged as resonating with many people's experiences.

 

Therapeutic Benefits of Writing

Alicia and Ashley discussed the therapeutic benefits of writing to process difficult experiences and emotions. Alicia shared her personal journey of writing a book to document and heal from her experiences, emphasizing how writing helps people feel understood and less alone. They both agreed that writing or recording thoughts can help uncover subconscious feelings and provide therapeutic relief, with Alicia recommending clients record themselves when they don't have time to write.

 

Rheumatoid Arthritis Journey Sharing

Alicia shared her experience of developing rheumatoid arthritis while dealing with multiple stressors, including caring for her father, having a son, and facing relationship and career concerns. She described how moving away, quitting her job, and opening a nonprofit significantly improved her physical condition over the past three years. Alicia credited a conversation with her beautician and a compassionate doctor who told her "there's hope" as pivotal moments in her healing journey.

 

Overcoming Trauma and Healing Journey

Alicia shared her experience of a traumatic car accident and how she overcame it through faith and support from others, which helped redirect her toward her calling. She discussed how many people carry hidden trauma, insecurities, and unhealed emotional wounds from past experiences, including negative comments and lack of parental acceptance. Alicia emphasized the importance of both spiritual support and therapy in healing, advocating for moving forward rather than staying stuck in past pain.

 

Overcoming Spiritual and Emotional Barriers

Alicia shared her personal experience of overcoming spiritual and emotional barriers by removing two gold chains that were symbolically holding her back from fully embracing her calling as a minister. She emphasized the importance of taking "baby steps" toward healing and self-discovery. Ashley discussed how healing is not linear and that people must find completeness within themselves rather than relying on others to fill voids, noting that modern culture often avoids healing due to fears of re-traumatization.

 

Supportive Community and Mindfulness Discussion

Alicia and Ashley discussed the importance of having a supportive community and village, particularly for women navigating challenges like infertility and motherhood. Alicia shared a breathing exercise to help center oneself and manage stress, emphasizing the value of mindfulness and self-reflection. They also talked about the significance of understanding one's intentions and purpose, with Alicia highlighting the role of a strong relationship with God in providing clarity and focus. Alicia mentioned her personal healing journey, including her goal to come off medications by the end of 2026, and encouraged listeners to prioritize their relationship with God amid overwhelming information.