Unstuck: How I Chose Myself, My Dream, and IVF

In this first episode, I’m sharing the story of how I got here — the relationships that didn’t work out, the moments that left me feeling stuck, and the decision to finally choose myself and pursue motherhood on my own and the ending to my 15 month journey that I never could have predicted.

This episode is about listening to your inner voice, walking away when you know something isn’t right, and daring to take the leap even when it feels terrifying. It’s about the lessons I’ve learned along the way, the strength I didn’t know I had, and why I believe sometimes the bravest thing you can do is to do it scared. It's about the point from which I start to rewrite my Plan B and choosing to thrive. Even, when the outcome didn't match your dreams or efforts.

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About the Podcast

This Wasn't the Plan with Tara Resnick

Where 'Plan B' becomes the path to resilience and reinvention

This Wasn’t the Plan is a podcast about what happens after the plan falls apart — and how resilience, reinvention, and unexpected pivots often lead us somewhere better.
Hosted by Tara Resnick, each episode dives into real stories of people who faced life’s curveballs — personal, professional, or both — and found strength, purpose, or even success in their Plan B. You'll hear from guests with powerful lived experiences, as well as subject matter experts who offer insight into how we cope, adapt, and grow through the unexpected. Because life doesn’t always go to plan. But sometimes, Plan B is where the real story begins.

About your host

Tara Resnick

Tara Resnick is a healthcare professional, solution focused coach, fitness instructor and the creator and host of This Wasn’t the Plan: When Plan B Becomes the Path to Resilience and Reinvention. After facing her own journey of unexpected detours—including the heartbreak of infertility and the challenge of rewriting her dreams—Tara discovered the power of resilience, reinvention, and telling the truth about life when it doesn’t go the way you imagined.

Through her podcast, Tara creates a space for honest conversations about navigating Plan B—whether that means fertility struggles, career pivots, personal growth, or starting over. With a mix of storytelling, inspiration, and expert insights, she helps listeners feel less alone and more empowered to create a meaningful life on the other side of disappointment.

Passionate about authenticity and connection, Tara’s mission is to remind people that just because it wasn’t the plan doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful.