Episode

Infertile But Fruitful

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Mortification of Spin
Published
Jul 1, 2026
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2071
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Summary

Carl and Todd engage in a heartfelt conversation with Leigh Fitzpatrick Snead, author of Infertile but Fruitful: Finding Fulfillment When You Can't Conceive. Leigh shares her personal journey through infertility and adoption, offering insights into the emotional struggles faced by couples yearning for children. Knowing that those suffering from infertility too often do so in silence, isolation, and even shame, Leigh wrote her book with a desire to encourage couples who are struggling with these issues. I wanted people to feel... not to feel alone. – Leigh Snead The discussion also delves into broader bioethical issues surrounding marriage, procreation, and the importance of understanding infertility from a compassionate perspective. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of family, faith, and hope. Thanks to the generosity of Sophia Institute Press, we are pleased to offer three copies of Leigh’s book to our listeners. Enter here to win. Show Notes: Leigh Snead’s website: https://leighfitzpatricksnead.com/about/ Carter Snead’s book on bioethics: What It Means To Be Human