M's The Word

In this week's episode, we talk to Hamburg-based British expat Nicky about her son Johan Nader who was tragically stillborn only a day before his calculated due date (presumed cord compression).   Find out how Nicky and her husband coped with their grief, how Johan lives on through Nicky's volunteering and what message she has for bereaved parents in a similar life situation.   If you'd like to reach out to Nicky, you can find her on Instagram: @nickyhaf.s      Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword   Would you like to share your story? This Podcast is inclusive and aims at giving all forms of baby loss a voice. We'd love to hear from you. Please email us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com #stillborn #stillloved #babyloss #stillegeburt #totgeburt

For this week's episode, we had the honour of talking to Priyanka from Melbourne, Australia, who shared her story about her life-threatening ectopic pregnancy and the life and legacy of their beautiful daughter Lily, who passed away aged 10 and a half months of an incurable brain condition known as Miller Dieker Syndrome. Find out more about Priyanka and her fantastic foundation in honour of their daughter Lily supporting paediatric palliative care here: https://lilycalvert.com/  

Imagine having to say goodbye to a baby the you have never met...   In this week's episode we speak to Rachel Lewis of the Little Big Fierce Co. who shares her story of termination for medical reasons only 15 weeks into her first pregnancy. Rachel shares the heartbreaking story, saying goodbye to her daughter and the impact that this has had on her and her family since. In this episode we discuss the impact of grief comparison within the baby loss community and TFMR - the 'taboo within the taboo'.   Find Rachel; here: www.thelittlebigfierceco.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/thelittlebigfierce/    #mstheword #msthewordpodcast   Please contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword

Sandra and Katie are back with Season 2 (after a well-deserved summer break…). In this week's episode, they have an informal chat about what it was like to be pregnant with their rainbow babies, the so-called “Happy Ending” myth, and their hopes for the future.  #mstheword #msthewordpodcast   Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword   Would you like to share your story? This Podcast is inclusive and aims at giving all forms of baby loss a voice. We'd love to hear from you. Please email us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com  

In this week's episode, we talk to Julia Bueno, who recently published her groundbreaking book The Brink of Being: Talking About Miscarriage in which she draws on her own experience with miscarriage as well as other patient's stories and current medical expertise. Julia is a psychotherapist specialising in working with women who have experienced pregnancy loss or struggled to conceive. Her writing has been published in The Times (UK), Express, Therapy Today, and welldoing.org, among others. #mstheword Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com

"My whole life was flipped upside down" In this week's episode we chat to Liz Shipman (@lizshipman09 on Instagram). Liz is our first international speaker and joins us on the podcast all the way from Utah in the USA. Liz shares her story of second trimester loss and how she coped with grief, motherhood and anger following the birth of her daughter Robin at 16 weeks. #mstheword Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com

"I found other women [in those forums] to be so helpful and supportive."  In this week's episode, we chat to Bex Massey (@bexmasseyuk) from Manchester about her long fertility journey. Bex was diagnosed with thyroid issues and sadly suffered a missed miscarriage before finally getting pregnant with her son. Check out her helpful videos and blogs: Videos Miscarriage Keepsake Film | Miscarriage Grief https://youtu.be/kacGgdj4P68 8 Ways to Prepare for a Miscarriage At Home https://youtu.be/MIIxG0K6zzk 10 Ways to Honour The Loss of Your Baby https://youtu.be/6JJzE2wOgqw 8 Ways to Cope With Infertility and Loss at Christmas https://youtu.be/d2D9x6oILYc Top 5 Books for Coping with Infertility https://youtu.be/R1EdlI83VO4 My Infertility Journey https://youtu.be/LDplywbrJ2c Blog Posts Miscarriage: The Grief That Dare Not Speak its Name https://bexmassey.co.uk/miscarriage-the-grief-that-dare-not-speak-its-name How to Support Someone Struggling with Infertility or Child Loss https://bexmassey.co.uk/think-what-not-to-say-twnts

This week Sandra interviews her close friend Jen as they reflect on a year of parallel miscarriages. What happened when one gave birth before the other? Did it impact on their friendship? Jen also shares how her pregnancy losses have had a lasting effect, even now she is just weeks away from giving birth to her second child. A couple of swears. #mstheword   Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Podcast hosts Sandra & Katie talk about how their recurrent pregnancy losses impacted on the emotional and physical intimacy with their partners. What were the challenges? How did those losses shape their marriages? What was the impact on other relationships?   #mstheword Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com    

In this interview special, Katie meets the wonderful Helen McCabe, experienced yoga teacher and director of Dorset's popular yoga studio The Space. Helen offers valuable insight into the neurological aspects of breathing, the power of movement and the importance of stillness. She explores how we can shift from a state of scarcity to a healthier, more balanced Self and provides helpful tips and tools for our day-to-day mental self-care. Can grief and gratitude go hand in hand? What role does breathing play in my healing process? How can I be more mindful in my stressful daily life?   Find out more in this exciting interview special! For more info on Helen's work and The Space, check out www.yogaatthespace.com 

  "I have never felt more lonely in a room full of people." - Danny, following eight pregnancy losses with co-host Katie.   In this episode, Katie interviews her husband Danny on their multiple miscarriages. Danny shares his journey in an open and honest way and talks about the ups and downs during their almost ten years of marriage. What was it like to go through recurrent miscarriages from a man's point of view? How has it shaped their relationship? Was there any support Danny could turn to? What psychological impact have these tragic losses had on him?   Tune in and find out more...

Jess a.k.a The Legacy of Leo joins us on the podcast this week. She is a blogger, host of #babylosshour on Twitter and Baby Loss Hour Live, charity volunteer, fundraiser and more!   Jess shares the story of her son Leo's stillbirth 3 years ago and how life has changed following this traumatic event. She gives an open and honest interview about life following stillbirth, miscarriage and then pregnancy after loss. Jess tells us what she has done and is still doing to help her cope with her losses, and also how she is helping others who may find themselves in a similar situation. Find out more about Jess at https://thelegacyofleo.com/ A couple of swears #mstheword Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com  

This week we hear from Rebecca, Theatre Director, School Governor and Health Spokesperson for the Women's Equality Party. We hear of Rebecca's trauma and heartbreak due to multiple pregnancy losses over several years and how this impacted on her friendships, family and career. We also learn how she has managed to carve out a unique career path and develop nurturing roles in other aspects of life, through work, politics and schools. Listen to find out more... #mstheword Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com

This week we hear Becky's story   We hear Becky's heartbreaking experience of first trimester loss just a few months ago and how she and her husband have coped following this painful event. Becky reveals how friends, family, work and her faith has helped her through this difficult time and how it has shaped her personally and professionally as a medical doctor (GP). Find out more... #mstheword   Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com

A story of recurrent missed miscarriage   NHS doctor and co-host Sandra shares her experience of recurrent pregnancy loss and what it was like to go through this experience from a new perspective. How has this experience impacted on her life? Career? What are her aspirations for pregnancy loss support in the future?   Find out more right here... #mstheword   Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com  

Eight miscarriages over eight years will take their toll on any relationship.     Katie takes you on her personal journey and the trauma of baby loss. What did it do for her marriage? How did Katie and her husband experience the pregnancy losses? What was the impact on intimacy and pregnancy after miscarriage?      Find out more right here...   #mstheword       Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com

In today's launch episode we introduce ourselves and our motivations for producing M's The Word   How did we meet?   Why 'M's The Word'? How the name was created   Our vision for the podcast     Please feel free to contact us on the following platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Ms-The-Word-2356240027945102/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/msthewordpodcast/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/m_istheword OR EMAIL us on msthewordpodcast@gmail.com