Staying Up with Cammie and Taryn 112: fighting fair, egg retrieval 3, strapgate
Dec 10, 2025
Cammie and Taryn dive into their personal growth during fertility treatments, sharing heartfelt reflections on their experiences. Taryn reveals details about her latest egg retrieval and the intricacies of embryo development. The discussion turns to the emotional weight of genetic connections and the challenges of wanting a child. Adding a twist, they react to a wild 'Strapgate' story about polyamorous boundaries, highlighting the humorous and complex dynamics of modern relationships. It's a blend of vulnerability, humor, and relatable insights!
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Growth As A Shared Relationship Practice
- Taryn and Cammie credit ongoing self-work for healthier relationship patterns and less reactive fights.
- They view growth as a shared, continuing journey that reduces escalation and increases empathy.
Name The Fear Then Act Or Let Go
- Notice anxious predictions and ask if they're real before acting on them.
- If a stressor is actionable, break it into small steps and start early to prevent overwhelm.
Kindness Happens In Many Small Choices
- Stopping fights isn't a single heroic act but millions of small choices toward kindness.
- Both partners choosing compassion repeatedly prevents cycles more than one person 'jumping off the merry-go'.