Podcasts about infant loss

summaryIn this heartfelt conversation, Jen and Lindsey Henke discuss the profound journey of grief and healing following the loss of Lindsey's daughter, Nora. Lindsey shares her experiences of writing her book, 'When Skies Are Gray,' as a means of processing her grief and maintaining a connection with her daughter. They explore the importance of storytelling, the concept of continued bonds with lost loved ones, and the therapeutic power of writing. Lindsey emphasizes the validation of grief and the significance of love that persists beyond loss, offering insights and support for others navigating similar experiences.Lindsey's book is a way to connect with her daughter, Nora.Writing became a therapeutic tool for processing grief.The concept of continued bonds allows for ongoing relationships with lost loved ones.Storytelling helps others feel less alone in their grief.Grief is intuitive and varies for each individual.The importance of validating one's own grief experience.Lullabies often carry dark themes, reflecting the complexities of love and loss.Choosing what to include in the book was guided by community sayings and personal significance.Books and stories can serve as lifelines for those in grief.It's essential to honor and process grief in one's own time.Links: PALS - Pregnancy After Loss Support - Pregnancy After Loss SupportWhen Skies Are Gray: A Grieving Mother's Lullaby by Lindsey M. Henke | GoodreadsWatch the episode on YouTube: Navigating Grief through Writing with Lindsey Henke

Tatum Green and Annie F. Downs describe the heartbreaking loss of Tatum’s 2nd child, TJ, who only lived for 56 days. In addition to navigating her own grief, Tatum also had to help her 2-year-old son Sam deal with the loss of his baby brother. A powerful program about trusting God and finding joy even in devastating grief. Receive a copy of Where Did TJ Go? with free audio download of “Navigating Infant Loss as a Family" for your donation of any amount Get More Episode Resources If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In this episode I speak to my girl Kate, her precious son, Cameron James Miranda was born May 4, 2022. He spent 9 days at home before being diagnosed with Enterovirus Myocarditis. He fought for 4 months in the CVICU. Cameron may not physically be here but over the past almost 3 years, her family continues to navigate their grief, honor Cameron, and choose to live a life full of love that they hope he would choose for them.Kate has amazing insight as to how she has managed to live a beauty life along with her profound sadness. I especially love the part where she tells us about cooking her way through an entire cookbook for one year. It's truly inspiring and something I feel a lot of mamas would need to hear.Find Kate on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kkmiranda915/*************************************NOTE: I am not a doctor or a therapist. The views of my guests are not always reflective of my own.  I am just a real life loss mom describing her experiences with life after loss. These are my experiences, and I'm putting it out there so you feel less alone. Always do your own research and make informed decisions!For more REAL TALK about baby loss and grief, hit subscribe to be notified when another episode drops!Instagram @thekatherinelazar Youtube: @thekatherinelazarEmail: thekatherinelazar@gmail.comWebsite: www.katherinelazar.com Some helpful resources:https://countthekicks.org/https://www.measuretheplacenta.org/https://www.pushpregnancy.org/https://www.tommys.org/ Local to Atlanta:https://www.northsidepnl.com/ 

Josh and Dana suffered the unimaginable loss of two newborn sons, born four years apart. In this episode, they share honestly how they're surviving the grief and unanswered questions, and why their resolve to live for Christ is stronger than ever. Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/podcast/snapshottestimonySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congenital heart disease is a general term for a range of birth defects that affect the normal way the heart works. The term “congenital” means the condition is present from birth.  Today's guest was diagnosed with Endometriosis and after many years of fertility treatments including IVF her first child Jasper died in her arms 30 hours after he was born from congenital heart disease.  Coping with the grief of child loss at the onset of a global pandemic has made, Jamala Arland passionate about supporting the community for bereaved mothers and normalizing grief through writing and speaking engagements.  In todays episode, Jamala shares her journey through endometriosis, infertility, and finding out how her son had congenital heart disease. This episode is for you to listen to if you have battled infertility and infant loss. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Black Moms in Loss Online Weekly Grief Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Monica Anderson — founder of Remembering Cherubs, a powerful nonprofit organization that supports families through miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. After her own experience with infant loss, Monica was moved to transform her personal grief into a mission to help others. She founded Remembering Cherubs to provide community, comfort, and resources to grieving parents and family members—ensuring no one has to walk through loss alone. With deep compassion and courage, Monica is changing the conversation around pregnancy and infant loss and offering hope to families across the country. In this episode, you'll hear:

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Tayler Jones — actress, director, teaching artist with Detroit Creativity Project, and founder of Detroit Beauty Box. Tayler is a proud product of Detroit Public Schools, a multi-talented theatre artist, and a passionate advocate for the power of art and creativity—especially in the lives of young people. She received her BFA in Acting from Wayne State University, her MFA in Applied Drama from Eastern Michigan University, and studied Advanced Actor Training at the Moscow Art Theatre School. Tayler's impressive career spans stage, screen, and the classroom, but her greatest work may be the impact she's having on the next generation. Through her work with Matrix Theatre Company and the Detroit Creativity Project, Tayler teaches improv and life skills to youth in Detroit—using theatre as a powerful tool to build confidence, resilience, and connection. In this episode, you'll hear: ➡️ Tayler's journey from childhood performer to professional actress and educator ➡️ How the Detroit Creativity Project is transforming young lives through improv and creativity ➡️ The story behind Beauty of Detroit Box and how it builds community and supports local businesses ➡️ A heartfelt conversation on miscarriage and infant loss, and how Tayler is honoring her baby's legacy ➡️ More about the amazing organization Remembering Cherubs and their mission to support grieving parents ➡️ Why art, music, theatre, and creativity matter now more than ever ➡️ And so much more!

Send us a textHOW TO DEAL WITH GRIEF AND TRAUMA is completely self-funded, produced, and edited by me, Nathalie Himmelrich. Consider making a small donation to support the Podcast: bit.ly/SupportGTPodcast. Thank you! For more information, please visit Nathalie's website, join the podcast's Instagram page, and subscribe to the newsletter to receive updates on future episodes here.About this week's episodeWelcome back to How to Deal with Grief and Trauma. Today, I have the honor of introducing someone very special—Jen, who was a client of mine for several years following the heartbreaking loss of her daughter. Jen's journey through grief is nothing short of inspirational, and I've invited her to share her story because it offers so much hope and insight.When we began working together, Jen was deeply immersed in the overwhelming pain of her loss. But over the time we worked together, I've had the privilege of witnessing her incredible transformation—how she embraced her grief, worked through the complex emotions, and ultimately rebuilt her life in a way that honors her daughter's memory.About this week's guestJennifer is a mom of three, two living and one angel. She is a board-certified family medicine physician, dedicating her professional life to comprehensive care for all of her patients, and is passionate about continuous and lifelong learning. She spends her private life exploring the world around us, near and far, with her children and wonderful husband. Jennifer's daughter, Neve, passed in 2022 at the age of 9 weeks. Jennifer carries the memory of her daughter's sweet and kind soul with her in every facet of her life, and considers it to be the greatest honor to have known, held, and to continue to love her.Support the showFind support: Transforming Your Grief Course Support the show: Become a supporter of the show! Starting at $3/month Join Facebook Group - Grief and Trauma Support Network Download the FREE grief resource eBook Book a Discovery Call Leave a review Follow on socials: Instagram Facebook Website

“This experience of loss really changes who you are in the world — and changes you for the rest of your life.” Michelle La Fontaine is the manager of the Pregnancy & Infant Loss Network (PAIL) at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. As a bereaved mom herself, she guides grieving families with a full heart, connecting them with programs and resources. PAIL joined Sunnybrook in 2017 and aims to bring awareness to this uncomfortable topic while providing grief literacy and support to the wider community.*This episode was recorded in 2024. Please download, subscribe, follow and share.

I am super excited to bring you our 400th episode! I want to reflect on these almost 9 years, honoring the guests who have shared their stories and the experts who have shared their knowledge and wisdom about pathways to healing. I never would have imagined in 2016 that reaching 400 episodes was a possibility. To each listener, I say a heartfelt thank you for listening and learning through our journey together, diving into all the aspects of perinatal mental health. I hope that this podcast will continue to be a resource of help and support for those who need it. Our field is expanding and awareness is growing about perinatal mental health—and that's a win-win for all of us.  Show Highlights: Our small but mighty team that works to bring you each episode A look back at some of our guests, download numbers, and “evergreen” episodes Changes in listening platforms and how data is collected for podcast success The top three episodes of 2022: Ep. 239 Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Dyora Entin, LCSW, PMH-C Ep. 238 Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Jennifer Burgard Ep. 241 From Pregnancy Anxiety to Making Impactful Change for New Parents with Anne Wanlund The top three episodes of 2023: Ep. 256 Managing Overstimulation for Highly Sensitive Parents with Amy Lajiness, LCSW, PMH-C Ep. 262 Impacts of High-Functioning Severe Postpartum Anxiety and Depression with Caitlin Shadek  Ep. 250 Coping with Holiday Burnout with Dr. Kat The top episodes of 2024: Ep. 336 In Conversation with Alanis Morissette and PSI Ep. 309 The Good Enough Mother with Dr. Sophie Brock Ep. 316 Overstimulation and Sensory Overload in Motherhood with Holly Peretz, OTR/L Ep. 324 Postpartum Psychosis: A Couple's Experience with Dr. Rowena and Derek Winkler The beauty of an evergreen podcast The overall top three episodes that have accumulated the most “listens” since 2022: Ep. 256 Managing Overstimulation for Highly Sensitive Parents with Amy Lajiness, LCSW, PMH-C Ep. 244 Postpartum Depression and Anxiety's Impact and Healing Journey with Rosalinda Heider, LCSW Ep. 239 Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Dyora Entin, LCSW, PMH-C Sharing our stories is a powerful tool for healing. Knowing you aren't alone means everything. The sad reality of the depth of perinatal pain and suffering Resources: Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arlene went through the infant loss of her daughter at 3 months and then had a miscarriage. Both losses occurred when she was 17 years old. She discusses going through her losses along with the negative experiences and judgements she received for being a young teenage mom.

Few knew that Fred and Krystal were expecting their seventh child. At 24 weeks, their beautiful daughter's heartbeat could no longer be detected. On January 21, 2025, with heavy hearts, they said goodbye as Krystal delivered her in the hospital. This episode is a tribute to Catherine's life, an acknowledgment of the deep grief of losing a child, and a witness to the hope we hold in Christ. Please keep the Shellabarger family in your prayers. If you would like to assist in the funeral and unexpected expenses, conside giving to this fundraiser set up for them by clicking THIS LINK (https://www.givesendgo.com/GEK3R?utm_source=sharelink&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=GEK3R&fbclid=IwY2xjawIGfsRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVvcnbPX1tuwU_qKZWv2wl2kH2Oq9bCgwy3E-XCUrFJhTnfpQjY2kbaGaw_aem_jS8t4ehXR63TaiI0ttagKA). As we honor Catherine, we also pray for all parents who have lost a child—whether in the womb, in infancy, or beyond. May God bring comfort and peace, and may our little saints in heaven continue to guide us with their love. Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page (https://www.drawnear.me/booking)." Click here (https://www.drawnear.me/donate) to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. "Like" and follow us on Facebook! (https://www.facebook.com/fredandkara). Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drawnear.me/)! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. (https://www.drawnear.me/) Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

In today's episode, Sarah Landis interviews Bobby Spurlock who is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and perinatal mental health specialist. They discuss the complexities of postpartum depression, birth trauma, and infant loss. Bobby shares her insights on how these experiences impact both mothers and their partners, highlighting the deep connection between mental health and physical well-being. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sign up on our WAITLIST! Be the first to learn about our upcoming 8 week series: Menopause Masterclass Fitness & Wellness.Episode Resources:Want to connect with Bobby Spurlock, LCSW? Click HEREFind a PT near you through the APTA Pelvic Health Locator➡️  Follow us on IG @thev.movement➡️  Subscribe on YouTube @TheVMovement➡️ Join our newsletter

In this episode of the Franciska Show, host Franciska speaks with Chumi Friedman and Yonina Kaufman from ATIME's HUG program, which provides support to Jewish couples experiencing perinatal and infant loss. They discuss the complexities of emotional and physical grief, common misconceptions around pregnancy loss, and the importance of community and cultural sensitivity. The conversation also includes insights into how HUG offers medical, emotional, and spiritual support, along with details on personalized care packages and training doulas and medical staff to help families through these challenging experiences. The episode aims to raise awareness and offer practical advice for listeners who might be supporting someone undergoing a similar journey.   00:00 Welcome Back to the Franciska Show 00:40 Updates on Personal Projects 01:59 Introducing Today's Guests 02:21 Meet Chumi Friedman 03:37 Meet Yonina Kaufman 04:50 Personal Stories of Loss 12:12 Halakhic and Cultural Considerations 16:54 Day-to-Day Operations of ATIME Hug 25:54 Impact on Marriages and Personal Stories 32:16 Emotional Turmoil and Grief 32:44 Communicating Needs and Self-Care 33:20 Navigating Trauma and Community Support 34:25 Coping with Loss in a Baby-Filled World 35:29 The Struggle with Faith and Internal Conflict 36:42 Seeking Therapy and Understanding Grief 40:30 Physical Aspects of Loss 41:50 Navigating Mikvah and Physical Triggers 56:47 Training and Support for Doulas 01:04:29 Closing Remarks and Organizational Support     About Chumi Friedman: Chumi Friedman is the Director of HUG, a program of ATIME supporting couples who have experienced perinatal and infant loss. She is a trained peer support counselor, doula and chaplain. @atimehug   About Yonina Kaufman: Yonina is a specialist in Perinatal and Reproductive Mental Health which includes infertility, perinatal loss, and Postpartum Depression and / or Anxiety. Yonina is clinically trained in maternal mental health, grief and bereavement, trauma, child development and parent training. Yonina presents nationally on compassionate bereavement support, on issues facing women post perinatal death and on other women's health matters. While using evidenced based approaches, Yonina helps clients untangle their thoughts and feelings, while they go through their grieving, mourning, and/or parenting journey. As the Clinical Coordinator for ATIME HUG, Yonina supports women and couples experiencing perinatal and infant loss. In Yonina's private practice, she provides tele-mental health services by phone or online. Additionally, Yonina provides clinical supervision for therapists and social work interns, as well as conduct parenting classes for parents with children of all ages and stages. @yoninakaufman

Send me a Text MessageIn this profound and heartfelt episode, Brian Smith welcomes Eileen Santos Rosete—author, grief educator, and certified postpartum doula—whose groundbreaking work is changing the way we view and support those navigating pregnancy and infant loss.Eileen shares her deeply personal journey of loss and healing, offering insights into the physical and emotional realities of postpartum after pregnancy loss. Through her holistic approach, Eileen highlights the transformative power of embodiment, self-tending practices, and cultural reverence in the grieving process.Eileen's new book, To Tend and To Hold: Honoring Our Bodies, Our Needs, and Our Grief Through Pregnancy and Infant Loss, provides tools, rituals, and guidance to help those carrying invisible grief feel seen, heard, and supported.

Is there a better way to support women who have had a pregnancy loss? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Eileen S. Rosete on her new book To Tend and To Hold: Honoring Our Bodies, Our Needs, and Our Grief Through Pregnancy and Infant Loss.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM ABC Talk News Radio affiliate!    Eileen Santos Rosete, MSMFT, PCD(DONA), CYT 200, holds a master of science in marriage and family therapy from Northwestern University and is certified as a DONA International postpartum doula, trauma-informed yoga teacher, and grief educator. Her brand, Our Sacred Women®, is known for its elevated offerings that help women feel seen, held, and honored. She is especially passionate about supporting all who give birth and are postpartum both after live births and after loss. www.eileensantosrosete.comFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com

Pregnancy and Infant Loss is not only a United States concern, but it's worldwide. Today's guest is from the continent (yes that continent that many think is a country) Africa. She experienced a stillbirth at 32 weeks in her home country of Zimbabwe. In this episode, Chiedza Makwara shares how pregnancy loss is still a taboo concept in Zimbabwe, how she experienced depression and PTSD after her loss, and how she is using her blog and platform to bring awareness to stillbirth. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Healing Collective Online Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter

This week, Miriam is joined by Cassie Everts, who co-authored the book Nursery of Heaven: Miscarriage, Stillbirth and Infant Loss in the Lives of the Saints and Today's Parents. Learn more about Cassie and the book at sophiainstitute.com. Subscribe to Blazing the Trail on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Discover more about Miriam at MiriamMarston.com.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.Blazing the Trail is produced at the studios of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

Sweeter than honey and tougher than nails! Meet Erin, mother of two and warrior! Keri and Erin have a great conversation about the foster care system through the eyes of the foster parents and what foster to adopt looks like. Through infertility and loss, Erin and her husband began to build their family through the foster to adopt program in Texas. When Erin held her daughter she felt her heart leap and knew she would be adopting her. Their family grew again when they became a kinship placement for her niece, now second daughter. Through it all she kept the values and lessons her own mother taught her. Intergenerational motherhood shines through this story and is the ultimate beauty in the ashes. Join us now for a conversation about mama trauma, endurance, motherhood, adoption, foster to adopt, foster care, infertility, infant loss, miscarriage, marriage, generational motherhood, intergenerational motherhood.  If you like this episode and want to connect other Mama Trauma Survivors to the Momsday Bunker, please like and share!  Follow the Keri Momsday Prepper on Facebook and Keri_Henson_aka_Momsdayprepper for tips and tricks on preparedness. You can reach Keri at MomsdayPrepper

This episode is focused on the subject of trying to conceive after going through pregnancy or infant loss. I am talking with Lindsay and Karina who share about the challenges and fears of going through this difficult period. Lindsay went through infertility, including going through IVF, and had several miscarriages. She now has a rainbow daughter. Karina lost her daughter when her water broke at 17 weeks. She is currently still trying to get pregnant and hopeful she will bring her baby home soon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/findinghopeafterloss/support

Whether you have lost a pregnancy, an infant or an older child, or you know of someone who has, this episode is for you.  Today, we honor Infant Loss Awareness Month with a very moving conversation with author, Chris Manion.   We answer questions like: How do you incorporate the loss into your life? What are good strategies for seeking support? Which commonly held beliefs around pregnancy and telling the family may need to be re-considered? What do you say to someone who has lost? About Chris: Chris Manion is an award winning speaker and author of three books. You can find her book, The Light We Cannot See here: https://a.co/d/3ERa1r9 More resources for pregnancy and infant loss: Postpartum Support International (PSI) has pregnancy and infant loss support groups. Loss & Grief in Pregnancy & Postpartum | Postpartum Support International (PSI): https://www.postpartum.net PSI also lists resources such as · Compassionate Friends - comfort for loss of any child/grandchild; (has Spanish/other language versions) · Miscarriage Matters community, · M.E.N.D. (Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death) is a Christian non-profit, · Miscarriage for Men, · Hope MOMMIES non-profit, · Rachel's Gift · helpline 800-944-4773, · tool to track your symptoms to discuss with a medical provider, · Sisters in Loss replaces silence with storytelling around pregnancy infant loss, and infertility of black women · Stay Legacy Foundation – virtual grief support groups including Spanish

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month serves as a poignant reminder of the unique grief experienced by families who have faced such heartbreaking losses. Julie Lehman joins hosts Joel Demott and Andy Lehman to discuss the significance of this month and the importance of acknowledging and supporting those affected. The conversation emphasizes the need for greater...

On this episode of Talking Away The Taboo, Elissa Felder joins Aimee Baron, MD to talk about... -her years of primary infertility, coupled with the devastating loss of her infant son  -her book, “From One Life to the Next Life: The Sacred Passage After Death,” which has become a lifeline for those navigating the churning waters of grief -her raw, soul-baring journey from paralyzing grief to living a life infused with purpose and passion -words of wisdom gathered from Elissa's personal life and expertise on living a fuller, more intentional life More about Elissa: Elissa started and actively manages the only international community of practice for women engaged with traditional Chevra Kadisha (Burial Society). The community mission is to share experiences, give encouragement, network, learn together and help to develop and support each other. She is responsible for building the community and providing on-going professional development. The knowledge she has acquired motivated her to write a personal memoir of loss and grief weaving in Jewish teachings about life, death and afterlife. Her book, “From One Life to the Next Life: The Sacred Passage After Death,” was published by Mosaica Press. She is also the head of the women's division of the Rhode Island Chevra Kadisha and is a sought after speaker on topics of life, death, the work of the Chevra Kadisha and grief. In addition, Elissa is the Coordinator for all of Core's Communities of Practice. These communities offer training, resources and support for those who want to strengthen their communities on an intentional and ongoing basis. In her role, Elissa helps each of these many international communities grow and thrive. Locally, Elissa Founder and Director of Core Connects RI, a non-profit organization that aims to deepen women's connections to one another, to Jewish wisdom and Jewish values, to empower each other to find greater meaning, purpose and possibility in life and to cultivate unity without uniformity. As director she is passionate about providing others with opportunities to grow and become. She runs programming both online and in person. Elissa works tirelessly to bring Jews together and celebrates the commonalities rather than the differences. Through all of these experiences Elissa mentors and encourages others on their journeys and even finds time to teach a weekly Parsha class. Connect with Elissa:  -Contact her via email -Check out her website -Purchase her book Connect with us: -Check out our Website -Follow us on Instagram and send us a message -Watch our TikToks -Follow us on Facebook -Watch us on YouTube -Connect with us on LinkedIn

The pain of miscarriage and infant loss is one that often leaves mom wondering how to process her grief, and sometimes her support network isn't sure what to do or say. Our guest today, Amy Balentine, is a local mom who started the organization You Made Me Mom after the loss of her own children. This online and in person group serves mothers who have lost babies during pregnancy or infancy through one year of breathing life. Amy is passionate about authentic and vulnerable living done in community and that passion is evident in our interview with her today.  Meet Amy Balentine Amy Balentine is a wife to Adam and mother to their eight children. Four children are living and four are in heaven. Out of the loss of her children, Amy created the support group called You Made Me Mom headquartered in Kansas City. The group serves mothers who have lost babies during pregnancy or infancy through one year of breathing life. The support group gathers on the third Thursday monthly. Amy is a 2005 graduate of the University of Kansas and currently resides in Kansas City, Missouri and attends Christ Community Church – Brookside Campus. Amy is a lover of hospitality, fine food and a well-organized home which all stem from her nearly ten years as a wedding and event planner before her calling to work in the home as a mom. Authentic, vulnerable living in community with one another is a great passion of Amy's. She is learning that a life lived in eucharisteo (Greek for thanksgiving) is one lived well. What We're Loving In Kansas City Electric Glow at the OP Arboretum Enjoy a low-key version of the Luminary Walk where only the electric lights are on. No Santa, no candlelit woods, no musicians, no free cider, no trains running, and NO CROWDS. Capacity will be significantly limited on these nights, making them ideal for wandering through the lighted gardens and studying the intricate gnome and fairy houses. Cafe Celeste will be open in LongHouse, selling hot beverages and snacks, as well as adult beverages. Click here for more information! Roasterie Coffee Holiday Blend Sarah loves the Roasterie's Holiday Blend for a special treat as we enter the holiday season! The flavor is cinnamon, hazelnut and vanilla. Pick it up at the factory, Roasterie locations or most local grocery stores. Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!        

Episode 62: Advocacy after Loss with Ashley Spivey @ashleyspivey Join Rachael this week as she chats with Ashley Spivey, a former contestant on The Bachelor, turned advocate and online content creator! Ashley has used her platform to advocate for various causes, including stillbirth prevention and paid family leave for stillbirth families. Since October is Infant Loss and Awareness month, Ashley shares her own personal journey of infertility and loss openly on social media and talks about how she aims to raise awareness and promote empathy.  Inside this episode: Ashley discusses her transition from reality TV (The Bachelor!!!) to social media. How Ashley uses her platform to talk about fun and serious: politics, books, recipes, parenting, loss, and so much more! The importance of transparency and trust in content and the misconceptions about influencers and their work. How she manages sharing her daughter's life on social media: the challenges, hate, comments, need for boundaries, and respect from followers. Ashley's experience with infertility and loss, stillbirth, and anxiety during pregnancy, and how she's keeping her son CJ's memory alive How to support someone who has experienced loss.  Learn about the advocacy work being done for stillbirth prevention. And so much more! Mentioned in this episode: Ashley's Instagram: @ashleyspivey Information on The Shine for Autumn Act: https://www.shineforautumnact.org/  The Rainbow Clinic in NYC and LA: https://www.pushpregnancy.org/rainbow-clinic App- Count the Kicks Ashley's Book Rec: Mayluna: A Novel  If you enjoyed this episode, please rate 5⭐️ and write us a review! ⬇️ ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram!

After today's episode, head on over to @therapybookspodcast to learn about the latest giveaway.   If you are enjoying these episodes, please leave us a 5-star review. * The information shared on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Trigger warning: This book is on various forms of perinatal loss and we are discussing that in this episode. IN this weeks episode, Jessica Fowler is speaking with Emily Souder, LCSW-C, PMH-C about her book Birth Story Held for Loss: A Guide for Reflecting on Your Fertility Experience, Miscarriage, Abortion, TFMR, Stillbirth and Infant Loss. Highlights include: 4:40 Types of perinatal loss. 6:28: Discussing the prompts in the book. 8:21 Emily sharing why she wrote the book and the need that she saw. 10:09 The concept of holding is explored. About the author: Emily Souder is a therapist and social worker licensed in Maryland. She is certified in perinatal mental health and has written books to help readers explore and reflect on their birth and perinatal loss experiences, and on finding amusement and intuition in their daily lives. She enjoys time spent with her husband and two kids, and time reading, writing, and exploring small surprises in nature.  

Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, Senior Ethicist with the National Catholic Bioethics Center discusses the report of the nearly 150 Catholic hospitals that provided transgender surgeries or drugs to children. Red Bird Ministries president Kelly Breaux talks about Infant Loss and Remembrance Day that is today.

Send us a textMiscarriage and infant loss are heart-wrenching subjects that are often met with silence in our society.  Listen in to this episode to hear:what NOT to saypractical ideas for support that are meaningful and usefulwhat it means to hold spacewhat kind of support people actually want to receive Join me, April Boyd, as we navigate the challenging terrain of grief and loss, not just as a therapist but as a mother who has walked this path herself.  You'll learn to avoid ineffective and unhelplful phrases, like "let me know what I can do" into acts of genuine support that truly matter to those grieving.  This episode stands as a guide for anyone struggling to find the right words or actions when a loved one is suffering the unimaginable pain of losing a child. With a focus on understanding the depth of this grief, I share insights and strategies to help you offer support that validates and comforts. Discover why mentioning the loss isn't just okay—it's essential, as it serves as a profound reminder that the person they lost is remembered and cherished. Through heartfelt conversations and practical advice, we aim to challenge cultural norms and empower you to be a steadfast presence for those navigating through their darkest days.Have a topic or question you'd love to hear about?Message me and let me know.email april@lovelossproject.comInstagram @with.love.aprilhttps://www.instagram.com/with.love.april/Sign up to get tips & tools sent to your inbox.https://aprilboyd.ca/ Please note: This show is not a replacement for therapy, assessment, treatment or diagnosis. This show is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. See your physician, counsellor or local crisis support centre if neededAll identifying details about the people and the stories shared here are removed to protect confidentiality.

10/15/24 6am CT Hour - Elizabeth Busby/ Brian Gibson   John, Glen and Sarah chat about the passing of John's mother, the latest with 2024 election, MLB playoffs.   Elizabeth shares how to talk with teens about dating and to remind them that if you are not ready for marriage, you are not ready to seriously date another. https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Your-Kids-Parents-Matter/dp/0375760288/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3888QX9P8RRWK&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.JfxobXWWIs21RVo3-l80w2yxbZ8KPZit8uT84KXrE3hC9AkPNDxgz2LcVvxK4F9l9YqVNYnrxyUyT-MNSS-RR3_sooti0xyhuMbrk57IV0TsRttGb_Rk0HuMfZMY3-Ddg53ZIORPdGQu8C9hSL0xoyNcrokfEAJEJlzfBnUfUrSvqMn5EpKdWpcG8vSKZ0n628sOECao9SVbTVMXi_NYRHQ3JWHsvH4SOypdCSQQjPI.JWoOkzOeKHbuTVBJi9VXk8W7ladCDDd3JgGTYcU9nf0&dib_tag=se&keywords=hold+on+to+your+kids&qid=1728999596&sprefix=hold+on+to+your+kids%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-1   Brian talks about how we can talk with those who have lost an infant or miscarried and how to honor those children even hen and especially when they have passed due to abortion.

Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, Senior Ethicist with the National Catholic Bioethics Center discusses the report of the nearly 150 Catholic hospitals that provided transgender surgeries or drugs to children. Red Bird Ministries president Kelly Breaux talks about Infant Loss and Remembrance Day that is today.

Trigger warning this episode discusses miscarriage and infant loss.In honor of Pregnancy and Infant loss month, Sarah is speaking with Erin and Stephen Mitchell from Couples Counseling for Parents about the impact of loss on a relationship from how each partner may grieve differently, to the importance of hearing each other's experience, this is a conversation you need to hear. By opening up about their personal experiences, the Mitchells aim to destigmatize discussions around miscarriage and offer crucial support to those who have walked a similar path of grief and healing.Erin and Stephen can be found on their website and on Instagram @couples.counseling.for.parents.Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previaalliance_) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!

When a mother has the devastating experience of leaving the hospital without a baby and perhaps only a memory box, many in our society expect them to get on with living and go back to their normal life.  But their life is changed forever, and many don't recognize or acknowledge that. Today we will hear the story of grief, anger, a battle, and finally, a life's purpose for one mother who had to walk this hard path. Through her mission, she struggled to get family leave extended to grieving parents, so no one would have to suffer as she did. She also discovered the importance of providing resources for self-care and connection to bereavement groups. Elizabeth “Liz” O'Donnell is a steadfast infant loss advocate leading the charge in raising awareness and prevention of stillbirth and infant mortality. Her daughter, Aaliyah, was born still in 2020. Today, she runs a one-woman non-profit, Aaliyah in Action, keeping her daughter's spirit alive, supporting mothers and families across the country who experience the pain of losing a baby, and advocating for legislation that could reduce the number of U.S. stillbirths. Liz is also a Director of Awareness for PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy, a grassroots initiative that advocates for evidence-based, respectful, and equitable maternity care aimed at preventing loss when possible. Before her advocacy work, Liz was a dedicated D.C. Public Schools elementary math and science schoolteacher for 7 years.    Listen and Learn: What hospitals traditionally do when a baby is born still How it feels for one mom to leave the hospital with empty arms That some states give FMLA leave for the parents of loss, and some don't Why Liz created this package for other grieving moms What is in the Self Care Box and why many hospitals now give out the boxes How you can share the importance of post-loss care with your hospital or agency   Resources & Mentions: Aaliyah in Action Push for Empowered Pregnancy Count the Kicks Elizabeth O'Donnell - hello@aaliyahinaction.org   Related Products from InJoy: Guide to Grief and Healing After the Loss of Your Baby

For Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, Tara welcomes Michelle Valiukenas, a mother, advocate, and founder of The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation. After the loss of her angel daughter, Colette, Michelle started the foundation, which provides financial aid, education, and advocacy to support families navigating high-risk pregnancies, NICU stays, and loss. Michelle's mission is to create a world where every choice, parent, and family is supported and empowered. In this raw conversation, Tara and Michelle explore topics like infertility, pregnancy loss, infant loss, and the importance of community.  This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has experienced pregnancy loss or infant loss, or knows someone who has. Links: www.colettelouise.com Facebook: @colettetisdahl Instagram: @colettelouisetisdahl Twitter: @thetisdahl Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-colette-louise-tisdahl-foundation/

On today's episode, Lyndsey is joined by Intuitive Channel Jaime Zajac to discuss her pregnancy loss in the second trimester, a higher spiritual perspective on the entire experience, and spirit baby messages for the collective. In this episode we cover: Jaime's journey through her second pregnancy - the signs, synchronicities, and messages she received from the soul of the baby before, during, and after Pregnancy loss in the second trimester & a higher perspective on Jaime's experience Navigating infant loss & finding gratitude amidst the grief How pregnancy loss activated Jaime and shifted her perspective on soul contracts & in her own personal life A higher spiritual understanding of miscarriage and loss Spirit baby messages for the collective --- Jaime  is an Intuitive channel, Spiritual guide, and most importantly a mother who is deeply passionate about living her soul mission.  As a channel, she provides messages, guidance, and activations to help navigate the current energies, gain a higher perspective, expand beyond your limitations, connect to the multidimensionality of your soul, and align you to your highest potential .  “Helping you navigate the journey of your soul so you can live in alignment with your highest most magnetic self.” Jaime offers you the tools to facilitate your own experience, activate your innate gifts, and connect with higher consciousness.  She believes everybody can channel and that through activating our soul gifts, and remembering who we are, we can use these tools in our everyday life to live in true alignment with our souls divine blueprint.  She will help you recognize that you have the ability to become a leader of your own life, you are your own best guide and hold the power and ability to create your desired reality, where truly anything is possible. Connect with Jaime: IG: Jaime.Zajac Podcast: Magnetic Soul Website: www.jaimezajac.com --- *Receive TWO FREE guided meditations from The Meditation Mama: https://www.themeditationmama.com/free-meditations Visit www.themeditationmama.com to shop meditations, 1:1 work, & event bookings. These guided meditations raise your vibe, open your heart, connect your soul, & soothe your nervous system unlike any other.  Every transmission is a potent journey inward.  You'll be amazed at how calm, connected, & empowered you feel.  As you listen consistently, you'll notice your thoughts, emotions, and reality reflecting these positive shifts too! Themes include:  Clarity + Empowerment  Energy + Heart Healing  Motherhood Prenatal + Postnatal Relaxation  Releasing + Clearing  Spiritual + Woo Woo --- $10 off my absolute favorite, most potent organic CBD & Functional Mushrooms:  https://tmm.greencompassglobal.com/share/586591 --- Connect with Lyndsey:  IG: the_meditationmama Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@The_MeditationMama Substack: https://substack.com/@themeditationmama Email: Lyndsey@themeditationmama.com If you loved this episode, please rate, review and subscribe.

Jennifer Calabretta's childhood and early marriage were perfect in so many ways. But Jennifer never could have imagined what was to come. Jennifer lost her second baby weeks after delivery to a rare muscle disorder. Doctors told her this would never happen again. However, during one of Jennifer's subsequent pregnancies, she learned that her daughter wouldn't survive the very same disease. Jennifer carried her baby throughout the remaining months of her pregnancy—and she and her husband were blessed with ten minutes with their daughter. Jennifer experienced God deep within her throughout it all. God's love was like holy balm to her injured heart. In this vulnerable and joy-filled podcast, learn that God's grace is sufficient. You will be blessed with God's holy balm of the heart, too!

One in four families experience infant loss and in this episode I share part of my experience. *Trigger warning: Today I'm talking about infant loss, and want to give this warning for anyone who has experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. In this episode I share my approach to having honest conversations with my children about a sister they never met or knew. I discuss the level of emotional growth that you give your living kids when you honor and respect them enough to tell them the truth about the loss that your family experienced is huge. I encourage you to give your kids the gift of exploring what it feels like to normalize feelings of confusion and grief and loss. If you have experienced loss and need someone to sit with, that is what my complimentary connection calls are for. Book a⁠ ⁠⁠complimentary connection call⁠⁠ ⁠with me and let's calm the chaos together. September 24, 2024 Episode 179 Experienced Miscarriage or Infant Loss? Why I Talked to my Toddlers About Grief and Loss. About Your Host: Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed is mom to three girls, a Vermont based Early Childhood Educator and the founder of Core4Parenting. She is the passionate mastermind behind the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™, a birth-to-five, soul and science based framework that empowers toddler parents and educators  to turn tantrums into teachable moments. Through keynotes, teacher training, and her top-ranking podcast, Transforming the Toddler Years, she's teaching the 5 Executive Functioning Skills kids need to navigate our ever-changing world. Ready to raise world-ready kids who change the world? Visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.caratyrrell.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to begin your Collaborative Parenting journey!

Click here to watch on YouTube. The Christi Center is a free grief counseling center in Austin, Texas. The Center has groups for Loss to Suicide, Loss to Overdose, Pregnancy and Infant Loss, Crime Victims, Teen Group, as well as a general adult group. Featured in this episode are Ana-Christina Gonzalez, a fundraising consultant for the Christi Center; Executive and Clinical Director Jocelyn Chamra Barrera; Peer Support Coordinator Christi Neville, and Board President Julio Mendoza-Quiroz. The Christi Center has its annual fundraiser, Heart Connections, on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Norris Conference Center. If you are interested in purchasing tickets, a table, or sponsoring the event, please click here. If you're interested in learning more about the Christi Center, including joining any of its grief groups, please click here. The Christi Center offers numerous resources for parents in how to help their children through grief. To access these resources, including the downloadable PDF "Coping with Grief," click here. The Christi Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. To make a tax-deductible donation, click here.

Today on the podcast, we're welcoming back our resident grief therapist: Dr. Denise Mandel! We talk to Dr. Denise allllll about support groups. What are they, how do they help, how can you find one? We also talk about why some people DON'T like support groups, and other ways that you can find support in your loss if the group you tried to join isn't working. Dr. Denise is actively recruiting for a new baby loss support group, so if you've been looking for a kind, supportive provider and a warm, welcoming group of bereaved parents... this is your sign! Reach out to her at griefwithdrdenise@gmail.com. ::: Things we talk about in this episode: - @griefwithdrdenise on Instagram - ALAIL | An Incomparable Loss, an interview with Christine, Miranda's Mom - ALAIL | Grief Needs a Witness, an interview with Dr. Denise Mandel - ALAIL | There Are No Silver Linings, an Interview about Making Meaning in Grief with Dr. Denise Mandel ::: Support As Long As I'm Living podcast at ⁠buymeacoffee.com/alailpodcast⁠ OR buy buying our MERCH at ⁠bonfire.com/store/alailpodcast⁠! ::: Follow As Long As I'm Living on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@aslongasimlivingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, send us an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠aslongasimlivingpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠anchor.fm/aslongasimliving⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! We would love to hear from you! ::: As Long As I'm Living is a podcast about life, love, and laughter after infant loss. Judith and Alina are rebuilding Happier Ever After one day at a time despite excruciating grief and trauma and offering support to grievers of all flavors, but especially those who have lost a baby to SIDS, infant death, birth accidents, stillbirth, TFMR, ectopic pregnancy, or miscarriage. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aslongasimliving/support

On her birthday in 2018, Mollie Verdier wrote a letter asking God to reveal her divine purpose to her. Soon thereafter, Mollie and her husband Nathan experienced infant loss. Mollie went into a dark place. Compounding her loss, Mollie and Nathan didn't know how to grieve together and were distant from one another. One night, as Mollie watched Nathan pray at the foot of her bed, she asked God to soften her heart. Mollie awoke at 3am the next morning and knew what God was calling them to—Mollie and Nathan created Morgan's Place. "Morgan's Place was established to assist families through the grieving process when experiencing the loss of a baby. We aid this process by memory-making, birth planning, funeral and burial services, and post-partum support groups for parents." Listen to this healing podcast and be inspired to discover your divine purpose, too!

Pregnancy and Infant Loss is not only a United States concern, but it's worldwide. Today's guest is from the continent (yes that continent that many think is a country) Africa. She experienced a stillbirth at 32 weeks in her home country of Zimbabwe. In this episode, Chiedza Makwara shares how pregnancy loss is still a taboo concept in Zimbabwe, how she experienced depression and PTSD after her loss, and how she is using her blog and platform to bring awareness to stillbirth. Become a Sisters in Loss Birth Bereavement, and Postpartum Doula Here Living Water Doula Services Book Recommendations and Links Below You can shop my Amazon Store for the Book Recommendations You can follow Sisters in Loss on Social Join our Healing Collective Online Support Group Join the Sisters in Loss Online Community Sisters in Loss TV Youtube Channel Sisters in Loss Instagram Sisters in Loss Facebook Sisters in Loss Twitter You can follow Erica on Social Erica's Website Erica's Instagram Erica's Facebook Erica's Twitter

In today's episode I get to talk to my dear friend Lauryn Laszczak, someone I consider a soul sister and an incredible woman that has taught me so much. Lauryn (Laz-check) is a Female Founder and Somatic Business Coach for Women. It is her passion to help conscious leaders redefine what “success” looks and feels like by living a slow and intentional life. She's spent the past 14 years building businesses and guiding women into a deeper exploration of themselves and the impact they're capable of having through their business and slow living. Lauryn lives a slow, intentional, and meaningful life in Metro Detroit, Michigan with her high school sweetheart turned husband, three children and one angel son.Trigger Warning: This episode discusses infant loss and grief as Lauryn describes her journey through losing her son and learning to heal. Here's what we talk about with Lauryn: The duality of loving your children on Earth while allowing the space and grace to honor and grieve a child that has been lost. How grief and joy can coexist in the same place at the same time and how the losses form who we are as individuals.Feelings of shame and guilt many women feel throughout their lives and the ways you can learn to move past those feelings.Giving yourself permission to be still and slow down to cultivate intentionality in your life.How small mindset shifts and moments of consistent changes can help us to find more love, fun, and freedom in our lives.Being still and slowing down can look different for everyone and might include movement, using your voice, or being in certain spaces to enter a place of calm.How slow living forces us to protect our energy and allows our children to match the state we are in.Modeling and communicating boundaries and needs to your children reinforces caring for yourself as well as teaching them important life lessons.Resources:You can find Lauryn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam_laurynAnd at her website: www.laurynlaszczak.comFor more insight into parenting in today's world, be sure to subscribe to my Substack: https://www.albiona.substack.comAnd be sure to follow me on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@theparentingreframe and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theparentingreframe for more parenting tips and advice.

Losing a child is devastating to a family. Parents are not only dealing with grief but they are forced to somehow find the strength to continue to parent their other children, who are also greatly impacted by the situation. Today you'll meet some parents who are living with the reality of losing a child. They share their struggles and they'll provide hope and encouragement for other parents needing help.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by JuliaMarie Woolbright, an atheist convert to Catholicism to tell, first of all, her story of conversion to the Catholic faith, but then the story of her ongoing conversion through the experience of her daughter, Anastasia. Diagnosed in utero with Anencephaly – a fatal type of neural tubal defect where a baby is born without parts of their skull or brain – JuliaMarie shares deeply from her experience of Anastasia's life, from the time of diagnosis, to her eventual passing away, and the incredible experiences since in a story that's utterly captivating.JuliaMarie's honesty, charity, and faith is breathtaking and her insights into our ongoing conversions, as Catholics, into our faith lives, and into infant loss from a uniquely Catholic perspective is amazing. This is a conversation you won't regret listening to! To follow JuliaMarie you can find her on Instagram.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show! This show is brought to you in a special way by our Patron Co-Producers. Thanks to Eli and Tom, Kelvin and Susan, Stephen, Victor and Susanne, Phil, Noah, Nicole, Michelle, Jordan, Jon, James, Gina, and Eyram.Support the Show.Find and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

Rachel from the Hope Again Collective joins Arden to talk about her experience with pregnancy loss and what life after loss looks like for a pastor. She also wrote a book titled Miscarried Hope: Journeying with Jesus through Pregnancy and Infant Loss which is available now! https://hopeagaincollective.com Miscarriage Stories is hosted by Arden Cartrette who is a Birth & Bereavement Doula that founded "The Miscarriage Doula" -- an online support service and resource for people who are experiencing or have experienced loss. Support is offered through 1:1 support, group support, blog posts, and Instagram content. Learn more at themiscarriagedoula.co --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arden-cartrette/support

Sue Simms got down on her knees and prayed in her hospital room. She awaited the test results revealing if her second daughter would have the same fatal birth defect she lost her first daughter to. Sue told God that she trusted His plan and would follow—she just asked to know if her baby would live or die.  As soon as Sue stood from her time of prayer, the doctor returned to tell Sue that her baby girl was healthy and would go home with Sue and her husband. Many years later, this baby would become a mama and experience the same heart-wrenching loss with her first baby as Sue did.  Grace-filled lessons abound in this story that captures the power of surrender, the gift of steadfast faith and the blessings of holy motherhood. Listen and be filled with the extraordinary hope that only God can provide!

Have you struggled with infertility or infant loss, or have you walked through it with someone from your community? We want so badly to find or be comfort in pain but can feel at a loss to know how. Lauren and I talk about what it feels like to be the one walking through, and also how to be there for someone walking through infertility and infant loss. You can find her book "⁠⁠⁠Beyond Our Control" linked or follow ⁠Lauren on Instagram. ⁠ You can find Elizabeth writing helpful hints ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on the blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Helping you love Jesus and disciple your kids ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Or get access to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Bible Study" by signing up with email! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ *affiliate links are used when appropriate. Thank you for supporting Sunshine in My Nest --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elizabeth-santelmann/support

Editorial note: The following podcast contains a discussion of pregnancy/infant loss. We cling to our faith in times of joy and sorrow, and Father Dave welcomes Dr. Abigail Jorgenson to discuss her new book “A Catholic Guide to Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss: Compassionate Answers to Difficult Questions.” Abigail is an assistant professor of sociology and healthcare ethics at Saint Louis University, as well as a certified doula and childbirth educator.  

What is a doula, and what are the different types of doulas? How many people use doulas during childbirth, and what does a doula actually do? Are there any randomized, controlled trials on doula support? What are the benefits and risks of having a doula, if any? And if the evidence shows that doulas improve health outcomes… then why are some hospitals around the world unsupportive of labor companions? And how can you find a doula if you're interested in having one at your birth?    Today's podcast episode with Dr. Dekker and Sara Ailshire, MA, is chock full of research from our peer-reviewed Evidence Based Birth® Signature Article: The Evidence on Doulas.   To learn more, download a free one-page handout, and view all the research references, go to ebbirth.com/doulas.    EBB Resources:   Access all the scientific references and a free 1-page handout at the EBB Signature Article: Evidence on Doulas here.      If you're a visual learner, watch a video about the Evidence on Doulas on the EBB YouTube channel here!   Join the EBB Pro Membership and get access to contact hours, a doula mentorship program, live trainings, and a PDF Library with exclusive handouts (including a full-length printable PDF on "Evidence on: Doulas") by joining here.  Learn comfort measures and advocacy techniques through the EBB Childbirth Class.   EBB Podcasts:  EBB 195 – Grief & Healing through Pregnancy and Infant Loss with Full Spectrum Doula, Rose Rankin  EBB 207 – Gender Affirming Birth Work and Education with Full-Spectrum Doula and Childbirth Educator, Moss Froom  EBB 211 – Supporting Expectant Families through Birth and Lactation with Birth Doula and EBB Instructor Coordinator, Rikki Jenkins  EBB 229 – Evidence on Doulas with Community-Based Models and Reimbursement  EBB 252 – A Candid Conversation about Doula Advocacy with Doula and EBB Instructor Leslie Greene  EBB 285 – Creating a Sustainable Career in Birth Work with Jessica Diggs, Doula Mentor and Co-Founder of Centered.    

Warning: sensitive content Pregnancy and infant loss are such important yet rarely discussed topics. Author Lellie Lopter emphasises the importance of creating a safe environment for these conversations to take place, as well as the need to include children in the healing journey. In this episode: My Brother Born Sleeping by Lellie Lopter Supporting families Coping with different beliefs about infant loss Curiosity from children and how to answer their questions Pink Elephant Foundation Rainbow babies Making room for conversation Processing trauma, grief, and loss Red Nose Day Find us on Facebook or TikTok Email your questions and comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au Find out more about joining THE QUEST at our websiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is an interview that I did with Michelle and Logan Peterson.  Earlier this year, they lost their newborn daughter just ten days after she was born.  This is their story about death, loss, and the hope Easter, the Savior, and His resurrection bring to our lives.  Don't miss it! Here is a link to my website.  Not only can you find the podcast and resources mentioned, but you will also find information on how to purchase my book, "Feasting on the Words of Christ." This book contains an easy five-step method for studying the Book of Mormon to receive personal direction in your life and answers to your prayers.  It's a perfect companion for this year's study of the Book of Mormon.