CF Transplant Stories: 3 Women’s Voices (Part 2)

In the second part of "CF Transplant Stories: 3 Women’s Voices", the conversation shifts to a more open, deconstructed rhythm with collective reflection. Ahmet Uluer, MD, MPH, Lauren Harvey and Andrea Gavin Becker continue their talks with Tara, Beth, and Caleigh about what it takes to get listed, find a center that will say yes, and stay alive through red tape, denials, and decisions no one trains you for.

We also talk about what it means to rebuild a life after transplant—one that isn’t just about survival, but about identity, connection, and imagining a future again. That future can feel uncertain, shaped by shifting priorities and unexpected realities. From fertility, IVF, body image, and relationships to careers and community, this half is about the messy, ongoing work of finding your way forward.

Find our guests' complete bios on Instagram:

Tara Lisabeth @alivewitheverybreath

Beth Peters @bethpeters80

Caleigh Haber @fight2breathe

Resources:

NACFC 2025 presentation by Dr. Ahmet Uluer and Dr. Karen von Berg: “A Breath of Fresh Age: Redefining Growing Older With Cystic Fibrosis”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHg8Pr0J8_o

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