Podcasts about Miscarriage

This week, Bravolebrity and star of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" spinoff "Porsha's Family Matters"  Porsha Williams joins Dr. Jackie to discuss her new book, "THE PURSUIT OF PORSHA: How I Grew Into My Power and Purpose."  Porsha opens up about her pregnancy loss, lessons learned from her divorce, managing postpartum depression, and her fight for racial justice. She also reveals her future plans for more babies with fiancé Simon Guobadia!    To purchase a copy of Porsha' new book, visit: https://www.worthypublishing.com/titles/porsha-williams/the-pursuit-of-porsha/9781549160691/   Produced by Dear Media

Or maybe you are excited to gather again with friends/family but you are feeling a little apprehensive of what to expect. So how do you approach the holiday season on your own terms without spiraling or lashing out which may leave you feeling even worse? This episode is for you if: You're thinking about IVF but the thought of the process fills you with apprehension and stress but really want to get pregnant naturally so can optimize your health and have a healthy pregnancy. In this episode you'll learn: 2) What to tell friends and family when you need to set boundaries around events 4) How to create new traditions so you can navigate the holiday season on your own terms as a couple --- Book your Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery call here with your partner. During our call, we'll be discussing what you have tried so far and where you've faced challenges. This can feel stressful but is designed to help us get to the root cause of your fertility issues and will help me to give you the best possible action plan at the end of the call. However, to reassure you – on this call we won't be digging into the trauma associated with infertility/miscarriage/loss – rather we are focused on solutions and an ACTION PLAN as to how our Fab Fertile Method can help you get pregnant naturally. ---   --- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/ --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabfertileinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/ ---- LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!    HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You'll really love Sarah's resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/   RELATED EPISODES: Fab Fertile Method - https://www.fabfertile.com/what-we-do/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/   How To Not Waste Time When You Are TTC - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/  

As you may know, we specialize in low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, and premature ovarian insufficiency. Often, before couples come to see us and start our Fab Fertile Method they have experienced failed cycles, canceled cycles, poor response during the IVF cycle, and miscarriage. You don't feel stressed but maybe you're missing something that can help you optimize pregnancy success 1) The different types of hidden stressors and why you need to address them before moving to IVF 3) How to know when IVF is right for you so that you can optimize pregnancy success --- Book your Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery call here with your partner. During our call, we'll be discussing what you have tried so far and where you've faced challenges. This can feel stressful but is designed to help us get to the root cause of your fertility issues and will help me to give you the best possible action plan at the end of the call. However, to reassure you – on this call we won't be digging into the trauma associated with infertility/miscarriage/loss – rather we are focused on solutions and an ACTION PLAN as to how our Fab Fertile Method can help you get pregnant naturally. ---   --- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/ --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabfertileinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/ ---- LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!    HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You'll really love Sarah's resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/   RELATED EPISODES: Fab Fertile Method - https://www.fabfertile.com/what-we-do/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/   How To Not Waste Time When You Are TTC - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/  

In today's podcast, I wanted to share with you what we have planned for 2022 here at The Fertility Warriors, where you can find me over the Christmas Break and how I can support you on your journey.Here are some links and places where you can catch me and receive further support;[FREE] The Two Week Wait ChallengeReceive a daily email over the two weeks of your cycle with a love note filled with inspiration, support and guidance on how to cope as well as other gifts.Sign up to the challenge hereThe Mind Body Fertility ResetJoin us in the membership for women who are ready to support their mental and emotional wellbeing through trying to conceive and infertility. This is a place to nourish your mind, body and spirit - with a 90 day reset framework, community and a wealth of tools and resources, this is a lifeline through infertility for so many.Join us at robynbirkin.com/mindbodyfertilityresetYou can also follow me at @robynbirkin on Instagram here.I can't wait to catch you in the New Year!

In episode #074, Tara shares her personal story of loss as well as her expertise as a fertility coach and advocate. Tara works as an experienced doctorate nurse practitioner and fertility coach with patients worldwide. She received additional certification through the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and Marquette Natural Family Planning. After enduring a long road through infertility followed by a traumatic pregnancy, she turned her hurt into hope for others. Tara offers a personalized approach to fertility care to help you get unstuck and avoid the common pitfalls experienced with this diagnosis. In addition, she provides services for a peaceful pregnancy after infertility and a wide variety of women's healthcare services provided via telemedicine. She has combined her experience as a healthcare professional and personal struggle to help navigate couples through their family-building path. We talk about when to seek a medical workup, Tara's experience with infertility and miscarriage as a healthcare professional herself, and the idea that failed embryo transfers are still losses -- they are dreams shattered, and are often not discussed. Topics Discussed: fertility coaching, intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), choosing a fertility clinic, failed embryo transfer, endometriosis, health insurance CONNECT WITH TARA- www.tarabrandner.com www.facebook.com/tarabfertility www.instagram.com/tarabfertility MISCARRIAGE HOPE DESK RESOURCES- Miscarriage Hope Desk aims to help women struggling miscarriage, pregnancy loss and recurrent miscarriages (RPL), by providing the following resources- - Library of Articles, found here- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/library/understanding-why/ - Instagram Community- https://instagram.com/miscarriagehopedesk - Facebook Community- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1617075958466247/ - Free Miscarriage Lab Checklist- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/labs - Free Weekly Newsletter- http://miscarriagehopedesk.com/newsletter FREE MEAL PLANS Do you need help getting healthy, tasty meals on the table? Check out our sponsor Prep Dish, PrepDish.com/mhd to get 2 weeks FREE! SHOW NOTES- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/podcast/ Get a FREE Miscarriage Lab Testing Checklist- MiscarriageHopeDesk.com/labs  

Over the next 3 days, you'll get to experience our holiday series. Packed with tips and strategies to help you navigate the holidays on your own terms so that you'll have a proven plan for the new year. You may have already made some diet/lifestyle changes and/or had failed IVF, but it hasn't worked. I want to make sure you have a plan so that you can enjoy the holiday season (on your own terms) knowing you have a proven strategy for the new year that will help to fast-track pregnancy success without wasting time. This episode is for you if: You're ready to dig deeper to see what are some healing opportunities that may have been missed so you can fast-track pregnancy success. 1) Which factors influence pregnancy success 3) Which foundational areas help to shift the needle so that you can notice improvement right away --- Book your Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery call here with your partner. During our call, we'll be discussing what you have tried so far and where you've faced challenges. This can feel stressful but is designed to help us get to the root cause of your fertility issues and will help me to give you the best possible action plan at the end of the call. However, to reassure you – on this call we won't be digging into the trauma associated with infertility/miscarriage/loss – rather we are focused on solutions and an ACTION PLAN as to how our Fab Fertile Method can help you get pregnant naturally. ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:39- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND WHO IT IS FOR 06:30- DIET AND THE ELIMINATION DIET  Should we try to make these changes during the holidays? “If your body is under attack it wants to survive, not procreate.” What we typically ask people to remove and find the missed healing opportunities “Diet is key” --you may be well fed but malnourished What if your partner is not ready? What we suggest to our clients “With the diet piece, there is a lot to uncover.” 10:34- SLEEP: PRIORITIZING FOR YOUR FERTILITY “Sleep is the foundation for good health and optimal fertility.” 12:29- MOVEMENT FOR FERTILITY Your body is giving you clues- are you paying attention!? Why you want to limit your cardio intensity Monitor how you feel the next day- it matters! Are you using exercise to cope? 13:42- EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL STRESS There are a lot of triggers during this time- it's important to acknowledge How stress can impact hormones and your fertility Tests we recommend- people get hung up on this- but it is ONLY the beginning! Having someone call you out is key! Why we are mind/body/spirit 18:23- SUPPLEMENTS FOR FERTILITY 19:13- WHAT TO EXPECT IN UPCOMING EPISODES AND APPLYING FOR A DISCOVERY CALL --- Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabfertileinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/ ---- LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!    HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You'll really love Sarah's resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/   RELATED EPISODES: Fab Fertile Method - https://www.fabfertile.com/what-we-do/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/   How To Not Waste Time When You Are TTC - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/  

Does COVID-19 vaccination cause early pregnancy loss? Find out about this and more in today's PV Roundup podcast.

In-laws or outlaws? Join our hosts as they discussion the question: do you like your in-laws? This is often a complex topic, but an important one to have as we all navigate different situations with our loved one's loved ones. Listen in as our hosts share their experiences and tips on how to best handle these relationships, from a number of angles and why preserving and working on these connections can help strengthen your family as a whole.~~~Keep up with new episodes at MuslimMomsPodcast.com and for feedback, topic ideas, or to keep the conversation going, email us at muslimmomspodcast@gmail.comTo support this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts.This show is produced and edited by Jawaad Khan.

Jenna is the sweetest mom that joined us on the podcast today. She tells us about her journey with infertility, their decision to try adoption, and all the feelings in between. When she was faced with miscarriage after miscarriage, it took a new doctor and some very tender mercies to help her and her husband find all the answers they were looking for. Jenna's story filled us with hope. Never give up on your dreams, no matter the hurdles life throws at you. Jenna now has a beautiful family, and they have been able to make some pretty sweet lemonade with their lemons. Don't forget to rate and review this episode. See you next season!

For more support, mindset help and community - join the Mind Body Fertility Reset hereA few years ago I recorded a podcast called how to cope through Christmas when you're trying to conceive. I'm older and wiser (and more compassionate now! But I do remember it had some funny moments, and although there may be some recurrent themes and I'm now producing today an updated version, I thought you may still like to circle back and listen to it.So click here to read/listen to my episode about how to how to survive Christmas when you're trying to conceive.You may also want to circle back to how to create a special Christmas (despite infertility).Christmas, Christmas Parties and Thanksgiving can feel like an especially trying time for anyone who is trying to conceive, right?Together with drinking, family dynamics and the concept of Santa and presents for children, it can understandably be a really tough time when you're navigating infertility.So first up, if that's you, please give yourself some grace.Understand that it's ok for it to feel hard, and it's ok for it to feel messy and that you're allowed to feel hurt and upset by the people you love and in your family when and if they say the wrong thing.In today's episode, I'll share with you some advice, reflection and guidance on how you can navigate the Holiday Season when you're navigating infertility.Hope you enjoy it.

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In this episode, I speak with Wife, Widow, Mother, Survivor, Mentor, and Creator of Growing With Grief, Autumn Toelle-Jackson on The Journey After Loss. Listen as she shares her heartbreaking story of miscarriage, spousal loss, child loss, and the journey to healing.  You can grab Autumn's memoir Boldly Into the Darkness: Living with Loss, Growing with Grief & Holding on to Happiness wherever books are sold.  Find Autumn on her website, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @ Growing With Grief

Doctors told Melissa Harris she may never have another child. After nine surgeries, years of fertility treatments and a heartbreaking miscarriage of twins, she brought micro-preemie Sam into the world. His fight for survival, alongside his persevering mother's, is the subject of inspiration in Melissa's new memoir ONE POUND, TWELVE OUNCES (Nov. 2, 2021, She Writes Press), a non-medical, non-religious look at premature birth and miscarriage.   Melissa is now a work-from-home account manager for two virtual creative agencies in the Bay Area. In her free time, she drives kids from activities to appointments to playdates, volunteers at the neonatal intensive care unit at Alta Bates Hospital where Sam was born, and helps her congresswoman fight for better health care for all Americans.   For more information, visit Melissa's website, https://melissaharrisauthor.com/ .   https://www.facebook.com/melissaharrisauthor https://twitter.com/MelRagent https://www.instagram.com/melragent/   For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/ Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/

I will keep this brief as the title speaks for itself. As you saw on Instagram, I was pregnant, but, last week, lost the baby. I found out Wednesday afternoon and was just shocked. That night, I recorded a very raw audio diary on my phone about how I was feeling. That is what you will listen to here. My heart is with every single woman who has gone through this pain. I hope by sharing my feelings and story, some of you will not feel alone. x TW: This episode discusses miscarriage and pregnancy loss as well as terminal illness and depression. This episode is brought to you by Italic, Ouai, Kiwico and Faherty.   Italic isn't an everything store, they're your everything store. Their marketplace connects you with the manufacturers behind the world's biggest brands and most in-demand products and delivers straight to your door —for up to 63% less. Get $10 off your first product order of $50 or more on italic.com with code WITHWHIT.   OUAI was created by celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin to create the first socially connected haircare brand. When you're ready to undo some damage, hit the reset button with the OUAI Detox Shampoo. Go to THEOUAI.com and use code WITHWHIT to get 15% off your entire purchase.   KiwiCo is redefining learning, with hands-on projects that build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills. With a KiwiCo subscription, your child gets a new crate full of fun science and art projects every month. Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code WITHWHIT at kiwico.com.   Faherty makes the perfect clothes for layering. Stock up on all your fall essentials NOW! Head to fahertybrand.com/withwhit and use code withwhit at checkout to get 20% off your first purchase.  Produced by Dear Media

In this episode, I chat about where I am at in my postpartum journey as well as where my marriage is at. I also take the time to discuss how our miscarriage from two years ago is still impacting me. I think it is important for many of us to reflect on seasons of life and see how they might be impacting us in our everyday life as well as where we are intending to go.If you would like to learn more about me or get in touch with me on other social media platforms, you can follow me on instagram @carlyanndell or you can visit my website to skim through some blogs, shop my favorites, grab some free shipping on products, and maybe look over a fitness guide or two at carlyanndell.com. As always, thank you for tuning in! Your feedback and reviews are greatly appreciated! Don't hesitate to reach out with any future topic ideas or any questions about already discussed topics. Make it a great day!

In episode #073, Roxanne shares her personal story of loss as well as her expertise as a trauma-informed coach for professionals. Roxanne's daughter, Kaitlyn, was stillborn in the 40th week of pregnancy in November 2018. Six months later, she experienced a miscarriage at 8 weeks. She subsequently went on to have her son toward the end of the first lockdown in the UK. Following her miscarriage, she was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and went through therapy for two years. Roxanne is a trained befriender with SANDS, the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death charity in the UK. She has also launched a coaching business to support people going through huge life setbacks while also trying to keep their careers on track. We discuss the importance of having mental health support during these difficult times, and Roxanne shares the differences between therapy and coaching. Topics Discussed: stillbirth, miscarriage after stillbirth, pregnancy after loss, mental health, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), therapy, coaching, COVID-19 pandemic CONNECT WITH ROXANNE- www.keepsakeforkaitlyn.wordpress.com www.facebook.com/keepsakeforkaitlyn www.facebook.com/reclaimyourfuture www.instagram.com/keepsake_for_kaitlyn MISCARRIAGE HOPE DESK RESOURCES- Miscarriage Hope Desk aims to help women struggling miscarriage, pregnancy loss and recurrent miscarriages (RPL), by providing the following resources- - Library of Articles, found here- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/library/understanding-why/ - Instagram Community- https://instagram.com/miscarriagehopedesk - Facebook Community- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1617075958466247/ - Free Miscarriage Lab Checklist- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/labs - Free Weekly Newsletter- http://miscarriagehopedesk.com/newsletter FREE MEAL PLANS Do you need help getting healthy, tasty meals on the table? Check out our sponsor Prep Dish, PrepDish.com/mhd to get 2 weeks FREE! SHOW NOTES- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/podcast/ Get a FREE Miscarriage Lab Testing Checklist- MiscarriageHopeDesk.com/labs  

This week's podcast explores the trauma and grief that may impact a couple sexually and emotionally after experiencing a miscarriage.  The Erectile Dysfunction Radio Podcast is dedicated to educating and empowering men to address erectile dysfunction, improve confidence, and enhance the satisfaction in their relationships. This podcast is hosted by certified sex therapist, Mark Goldberg, LCMFT, CST. Learn to think differently about erections to resolve your ED struggles with our "Beyond the Little Blue Pill" eCourse: https://erectioniq.com/course    For more free erectile dysfunction education and resources, visit: https://erectioniq.com/   

Kate Vazquez join us today as we're digging into estrogen dominance and why it matters if you are TTC. If you are experiencing irregular periods, PMS, cramps, weight gain, or fatigue it may be estrogen dominance. We work with couples that have low AMH, high FSH, diminished ovarian reserve, and premature ovarian insufficiency and even though in these cases estrogen may be low there could still be estrogen dominance. Not addressing estrogen dominance has consequences for your health and fertility. Today I'm excited to welcome Kate Vazquez to the podcast. Kate is a Functional Medicine Physician Assistant, Estrogen Dominance Expert, founder of Radiant Health, and Author of the book Estrogen Is A B*tch. In this episode you'll learn: 1) What is estrogen dominance and why does it matter when you are TTC 2) How does estrogen get imbalanced and how do we address the underlying healing opportunities 3) What are the consequences of not addressing estrogen dominance 4) What are some strategies we can implement right now to help with estrogen dominance ---- Apply here to work with us - https://bit.ly/getpregnantpodcast During our call we'll be discussing what you have tried so far and where you've faced challenges. This can feel stressful but is designed to help us get to the root cause of your fertility issues and will help me to give you the best possible action plan at the end of the call. However, to reassure you – on this call we won't be digging into the trauma associated with infertility/miscarriage/loss – rather we are focused on solutions and an ACTION PLAN as to how our Fab Fertile Method can help you get pregnant naturally. ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:58- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND KATE VAZQUEZ'S BIO 06:49- KATE VAZQUEZ'S PERSONAL STORY What is estrogen dominance? 14:51- ESTROGEN DOMINANCE: WHAT ARE SOME OF THE SYMPTOMS? The five top signs and other signs/disorders There are things we can do to help? 19:53- HOW DOES ESTROGEN BECOME IMBALANCED IN THE FIRST PLACE? What are you eating? How is the health of your gut? “Keep in mind not everyone will have symptoms of the gut.” What happens when there is an imbalance of the gut? Does your gut lining need to be healed? How do we support it? Stress, the importance of managing it, and how it impacts our hormones Toxins in our environment and how many chemicals we actually use on our body “Be mindful of the things that you are using. If you cannot pronounce it, stay away from it.” Finding the right products that work and transitioning products 37:07- THE CONSEQUENCES OF NOT TREATING ESTROGEN DOMINANCE “It is so important to test not treat- not all estrogen dominance is treated the same.” “It is so important to get your gut health checked.” 43:50- THE PILL- ESTROGEN DOMINANCE- AND INFERTILITY “The pill silences the underlying issues.”- understanding the long term impact 51:05- TOP THREE THINGS TO HELP WITH  ESTROGEN DOMINANCE Clean 15, dirty dozen, focusing on nutrition and toxins in your home, reducing stress and more 54:25- WHERE YOU CAN CONNECT WITH KATE AND FINAL THOUGHTS ---- Sponsored by Fab Fertile Store. Ensure your preconception supplements are free from dyes, filler, and top allergens. Check out our basic recommendations that are essential for preconception health. Visit https://www.fabfertilestore.com/ --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabfertileinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/ ----   LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!    HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You'll really love Sarah's resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/   ----   Related Episodes:   Fab Fertile Method - https://www.fabfertile.com/what-we-do/ How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/ How To Not Waste Time When You Are TTC - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/

A very special episode as the holiday season is upon us. I asked a handful of previous guests on the episodes who have experienced different types of loss to share their best wisdom and advice for navigating the holidays. Listen into this very very special episode, made up of 6 women sharing incredible wisdom from their experience of walking through the holidays as grieving mothers.    If you are a grieving mom this episode will make you feel less alone this holiday season and equip you with tangible ways to face the holidays.  If you love a grieving mom this episode will help you love and understand her better this holiday season.    I am incredibly thankful to the women who so beautifully shared their wisdom on this episode, Kristin Hernandez, Aimee Jones, Mary Margaret Powitz, Kelly Griffin, Sarah Sandel and Carolyn Keller . Thank you, thank you thank you. It was my joy to listen and learn from you and it is my honor to walk alongside you in your grief.   HOLIDAY RESOURCES Along with this podcast episode we have pulled together all of our best and most helpful resources for navigating the holidays, into our Holiday Workbook & Resource Bundle. This resource is going to include quick access to all of our holiday material, including links to our holiday interviews and posts like how to handle Christmas Cards as well as a workbook that gives you space to prepare your mind and heart for the holiday season  -- you can find that free download at www.themorning.com/holidays Also, join us for a free live event: Hope for the Holidays, happening on November 21, where we will be sharing all of this wisdom about navigating the holidays live -- you can register for this live event in our free private community; if you aren't a member of our community yet, now is a great time to join -- you can find more information about how to join over at www.themorning.com/community.

Welcome to The Academic Life! In this episode you'll hear about: Bethany Johnson's simultaneous journey through graduate school and motherhood, her struggles with infertility, the history of birth-care access, why Black women have worse maternal health outcomes, the consequences for pregnant people in a pregnancy-surveillance culture, and a discussion of the book You're Doing it Wrong: Mothering, Media, and Medical Expertise. Today's book is: You're Doing it Wrong: Mothering, Media, and Medical Expertise by Bethany L. Johnson and Margaret M. Quinlan, which explores how new mothers face a barrage of confounding decisions. Whatever they “choose,” experts ranging from health practitioners to social media influencers tell them they're making mistakes. Johnson and Quinlan draw from their own experiences, the history of mothering advice from the newspapers, magazines, doctors' records and personal papers of the nineteenth-century to today's websites and Instagram feeds. Johnson and Quinlan find surprising parallels between today's mothering experts and their Victorian counterparts, and explore how social media pressures pregnant people, even as it offers social support. Our guest is: Bethany L. Johnson, a doctoral student in the history of science, technology and the environment at the University of South Carolina and an associate member to the graduate faculty and research affiliate faculty in the Department of Communication Studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Her research examines medical technologies and public health policies as tools of institutional power from the 19th-century to the present, with a focus on epidemics and reproductive health. She has published in journals such as Health Communication, Women & Language, Departures in Critical Qualitative Research, Journal of Holistic Nursing, and Women's Reproductive Health. She is the co-author of You're Doing it Wrong! Mothering, Media and Medical Expertise. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, co-producer of the Academic Life. Listeners to this episode might also be interested in: --Dr. Quinlan and Bethany Johnson's Medical “Humanities Mamas” articles for Psychology Today  --Dr Quinlan and Bethany Johnson's website, including their greeting cards for people experiencing infertility  --This website by a pregnant graduate student --The Unequal Impact of Parenthood in Academia --Fixing Parental Leave: The Six Month Solution, by Gayle Kaufman --“Families Devalued: Black Academic Women and the Neoliberal Era's Family Tariff,” in Lean Semesters, by Sekile M. Nzinga --I Had a Miscarriage, by Dr. Jessica Zucker --You're the Only One I've Told: The Stories Behind Abortion, by Dr. Meera Shah --Our interview about gender-free childrearing You are smart and capable, but you aren't an island and neither are we. We reach across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project, to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Wish we'd bring on an expert about something? DM us on Twitter: The Academic Life @AcademicLifeNBN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Heidi chats with Kjirsten all about cholestasis and the warning signs of normal vs. not normal itching, miscarriage, getting pregnant after a miscarriage and good epidurals! Kjirsten is the CEO of Teeny Talkers and focuses on helping get your littles talking. You can find her online course at www.teenytalkers.com and follow her on IG at instagram.com/teeny_talkers Pre-Sales begin for Birth Story Academy on 12/1/21. Use code BIRTHSTORYPODCAST for 50% off. 

On this episode I had the honor to speak with director, writer, and amazing mother Tahyna MacManus about the grief of having a miscarriage. After experiencing several miscarriages, Tahyna began documenting her own journey of grieving the loss of losing her baby. Her own journey soon turned into a documentary titled Misunderstandings of Miscarriages (MuM) which documented the women (and couples) grieving their loss and discussing the many myths surrounding having a miscarriage. Her transparency & journey of having multiple miscarriages and grieving is one that is inspiring and will definitely help anyone who has experienced such a loss. In this episode we discuss: + The grief that comes with having a miscarriage  + The "12 week" rule when it comes to having a miscarriage + Ways to support someone grieving a miscarriage  + Ways to communicate with a partner grieving the miscarriage + Ways to honor your lost baby   Tahyna's Information: Website: https://www.mumdocumentary.com/ Instagram: @tahynamacmanus   Connect with Loryn Denise: * Website: www.thistooshallsuckpodcast.com * Email: Hello@Thistooshallsuckpodcast.com * Instagram: @ThisTooShallSuckPodcast * Facebook: @ThisTooShallSuckPodcast *Get Your Free Purposeful Podcast Playbook* Purposefulpodcastplaybook.com 

In this bonus episode, we discuss pastoral fatigue, the difficulty in maintaining lies, hatred of what God hates, and the grief of miscarriage. — SHOW NOTES: Live Not by Lies: A Manual for Christian Dissidents by Rod Dreher https://amzn.to/2Wpmm4W  CONTACT and FOLLOW BannedBooks@1517.org Facebook Twitter Telegram Telegram Chat SUBSCRIBE YouTube Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio SUPPORT Gillespie Coffee (gillespie.coffee) Gillespie Media (gillespie.media) Donavon Riley The Warrior Priest Podcast 1517 Podcast Network Support the work of 1517

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Heavy but important! Join our hosts as they discussion the question: have you ever talked to your kids about death? This week's topic can be a hard one because it centers on this difficult exchange surrounding death and loss. Furthermore, we consider how our perspective on death can is directly impacted by our beliefs and why the terminology and approach can make a big difference.Join hosts Nabeeha and Wardah as they tackle the intricacies of teaching our children about death and loss, and sharing insight from first hand experiences. Trigger warning: this topic can be a trigger for anyone who is struggling with grief and loss of a loved one. ~~~Keep up with new episodes at MuslimMomsPodcast.com and for feedback, topic ideas, or to keep the conversation going, email us at muslimmomspodcast@gmail.comTo support this show, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts.This show is produced and edited by Jawaad Khan.

Abby and Kristyn from Fertility.Rescripted joined me on the podcast this week. Many of you will know Kristyn (who's been on the podcast before and who is a great friend) but we're joined on the podcast this week by Abby. Together these ladies have formed the company Fertility.Rescripted and they joined me this week for an honest conversation about so many things including Abby's story - a story of medications and miscarriage, what her experience looked like, how that pain led to her purpose and the start of her company - and an interesting take on how Kristyn and I did a similar thing - but that the things that impacted us each were so different.We also talked about privilege and affordability, some stats on medications (including the giant amount of leftover meds), the things that made a big difference when we were each trying to conceive, what this new partnership has meant and how they are now supporting the community (with a sneak peek of what's to come).Hope you like it!Check out my previous episode with Kristyn here.

Shamika Woodruff is a personal and executive coach who serves corporate career women and women entrepreneurs who want to build a legacy they are proud of without the overwhelm and self-doubt. Alongside her clients, she curates space to explore possibility with curiosity, without judgement and a genuine interest in client success.  Shamika decided to become a coach to be the person she needed when coming up through the ranks of her career. Shamika holds professional coach training from Duke Integrative Medicine, the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute and is currently serving in the US Air Force with seventeen years of service.What you'll hear in this episode:Authenticity in work and lifeWhere are the gaps in your life?Infertility and miscarriagesMoving through different seasons of lifeBoundaries as a working momConnect with Shamika: Facebook: www.facebook.com/shamikawoodruffInstagram: www.instagram.com/_shamikawoodruffWebsite: shamikawoodruff.comFree Gift - Download of e-book, “Be. Say. Do. How to Craft Your Dreams Into Your Reality”: https://bit.ly/steppinguppodcastgift

In episode #072, Windy shares her personal story of loss as well as her expertise as a clinical mental health counselor that specializes in reproductive health across the lifespan. After surviving her own recurrent losses, she is passionate about educating and supporting others along their reproductive health journeys. In this episode, Windy highlights the importance of cultivating a support system. She also provides details and tips regarding finding and working with a counselor. We talk about the difference between toxic positivity and productive affirmations, as well as the importance of fertility education for tweens, teens, and young adults. Topics Discussed: recurrent pregnancy loss, reproductive health, mental health, counseling, support after miscarriage, affirmations, fertility education CONNECT WITH WINDY- www.linktr.ee/fertileaffirmations www.instagram.com/fertileaffirmations www.facebook.com/fertileaffirmations MISCARRIAGE HOPE DESK RESOURCES- Miscarriage Hope Desk aims to help women struggling miscarriage, pregnancy loss and recurrent miscarriages (RPL), by providing the following resources- - Library of Articles, found here- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/library/understanding-why/ - Instagram Community- https://instagram.com/miscarriagehopedesk - Facebook Community- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1617075958466247/ - Free Miscarriage Lab Checklist- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/labs - Free Weekly Newsletter- http://miscarriagehopedesk.com/newsletter FREE MEAL PLANS Do you need help getting healthy, tasty meals on the table? Check out our sponsor Prep Dish, PrepDish.com/mhd to get 2 weeks FREE! SHOW NOTES- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/podcast/ Get a FREE Miscarriage Lab Testing Checklist- MiscarriageHopeDesk.com/labs  

Today we're digging into what to do next if you've made diet and lifestyle changes and it's still not working. Let's talk about how to fast-track pregnancy success when you have already made diet and lifestyle changes. So many times we doubt that these changes are even helping us – because if they were we'd already be pregnant. But what if you were on the right track but there were a few targeted changes that would make all the difference with your fertility journey. It can be tough trying to figure this out on your own. That's why I want to give you an action plan so you can get pregnant naturally or improve pregnancy success with your own eggs. This episode is for you if you: Want a proven plan to improve your chances of pregnancy success Want to fast track your chances so you don't waste time on strategies that don't work Want to work on your health and get pregnant naturally or improve pregnancy success with your own eggs. In this episode you'll learn: 1) How to improve pregnancy success with low AMH, high FSH, premature ovarian insufficiency, or diminished ovarian reserve 2) How a personalized approach prevents wasted time so you can follow a proven plan and optimize your fertility. 3) Why comparison can be a slippery slope and how to focus on a PLAN that is right for you and your partner so you can get pregnant naturally or improve pregnancy success with your own eggs ---- TIMESTAMPS: 05:50- INTRO TO TODAY'S EPISODE AND WHO IT IS FOR 06:22- WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU HAVE MADE THE CHANGES AND IT DOESN'T WORK? Preparing for the holidays and the grief that accompanies it Acknowledge the strain and stress of what you have gone through Chronic stress, being disconnected from your body, and burnout “Honor where you are and all the things you have already done.” Getting caught in the comparison game and answering the question “are you pregnant yet?” 11:00- A PROVEN PLAN AS WE ENTER INTO THE HOLIDAY SEASON Getting caught in too much research and the pressure we put on ourselves Getting ready to receive, asking for help, and knowing when you need help 12:50- APPLYING FOR A STRATEGY SESSION AND WHAT TO EXPECT How to know if you are a fit for one of our calls What to expect on the call, benefits of call, etc Following a plan, while still being in a receiving mode “There are always things you can do to optimize your health.” Our method: All eyes on a case to optimize your chances “There are always things your partner can do to optimize pregnancy success.” --- Book your Supercharge Your Fertility Discovery call here with your partner. During our call, we'll be discussing what you have tried so far and where you've faced challenges. This can feel stressful but is designed to help us get to the root cause of your fertility issues and will help me to give you the best possible action plan at the end of the call. However, to reassure you – on this call we won't be digging into the trauma associated with infertility/miscarriage/loss – rather we are focused on solutions and an ACTION PLAN as to how our Fab Fertile Method can help you get pregnant naturally. ---- Use coupon code: getpregnantpodcast to receive 15% discount. Free shipping worldwide. --- Got questions?  Join the Fab Fertile Support Group for motivation, support, and education so that you can prepare for pregnancy success. --- Connect with Sarah on social media and learn more about functional fertility solutions that will help you have your baby. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabfertileinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sesacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fabfertile Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahclarkfertilitycoach/ ---- LEAVE APPLE PODCAST REVIEW: http://bit.ly/getpregnantreview   SHARE:  Spread the word! Tell someone else about the show!    HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW!   Love the show?  You'll really love Sarah's resources page - filled with handpicked products/books/devices - get exclusive discounts and support the show by making purchases SHOP here: https://fabfertile.com/resources/   RELATED EPISODES: Fab Fertile Method - https://www.fabfertile.com/what-we-do/   How To Get Pregnant Naturally With Low AMH/High FSH - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-to-get-pregnant-naturally-with-low-amh-high-fsh/   How To Not Waste Time When You Are TTC - https://www.fabfertile.com/blog/how-not-to-waste-time-when-you-are-ttc/  

Listener warning: this episode does talk about infant loss and miscarriage.Michelle Bowler, podcast host and Milspouse of the Year, comes to us today to discuss her polite and strong advocacy for postpartum care for those who've been through a miscarriage or still born, after her own experience this year with her son, James. Michelle talks about how she met her spouse, their life together working through the military lifestyle, motherhood, and post partum advocacy. We discuss: - Her story- Deployment tips and her new deployment handbook- Going through something difficult and traumatic while her spouse was deployed- Advocating for the military community who've gone through a miscarriage or infant lossLiked this episode? Don't forget to share it and tag us! Michelle on InstagramMichelle's websiteBritt's InstagramBritt's Website

Miscarriage is one of the most common pregnancy experiences, though rarely talked about openly. In this classic episode, Cristen and Caroline provide an overview of what miscarriage entails, what causes it, what doesn't and its psychological repercussions of pregnancy loss for women and men. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

As we near Thanksgiving and move into the Christmas season I thought it would be helpful to share a few simple tips for navigating the holidays as a grieving mom. I know first hand the difficulty and sorrow and deep longing that accompanies a broken heart as it enters the holidays and I want to share a few things that may ease the pain of it all just a bit.  HOLIDAY RESOURCES Along with this podcast episode we have pulled together all of our best and most helpful resources for navigating the holidays, into our Holiday Workbook & Resource Bundle. This resource is going to include quick access to all of our holiday material, including links to our holiday interviews and posts like how to handle Christmas Cards as well as a workbook that gives you space to prepare your mind and heart for the holiday season  -- you can find that free download at www.themorning.com/holidays Also, join us for a free live event: Hope for the Holidays, happening on November 21, where we will be sharing all of this wisdom about navigating the holidays live -- you can register for this live event in our free private community; if you aren't a member of our community yet, now is a great time to join -- you can find more information about how to join over at themorning.com/community.

Part of the journey to falling apart through infertility for me began with a baby shower…. And it was when we'd only just started trying to conceive.I'll never forget arriving at a baby shower (and sorry if you've heard this story before) and seeing that I was one of only three women who either weren't pregnant or had kids already.One was Veronica, an acquaintance who declared that her life was too full for kids - between their travels and their foodie life and her role as a teacher, she just didn't have the capacity for kids. Then there was my other dear friend who I knew wanted kids but just hadn't met the right person yet. And me… who was trying to conceive but nobody knew about it. And at that time we just didn't know that the journey would be so much longer. But that was the start of feeling like an outsider and the start of feeling like I was no longer having much to contribute or receive from the conversation.Just over a year later, I walked into the supermarket and felt completely ambushed when I saw her…. And then saw her turn around only to discover she was about 8 months pregnant.I felt like the last person standing and that out of everyone at that baby shower, I was the last man standing.I attended many more baby showers and first birthday parties (including organising at least one baby shower) while I was working through infertility, and together with my life coach hat - here are 9 things you can do to support yourself at baby showers through infertility.(And I want to let you know that my advice might be a little different from others in this space!).You'll also learn things that can help you before the baby shower and during the baby shower and I'll also discuss some things you might want to permit yourself for.

*TRIGGER WARNING* In this episode we pick up where we left off on Episode 1. Listen in as we discuss how the grieving process was different both of us & discover some new revelations about things we've yet to discuss. This episode has a trigger warning due to graphic context of the miscarriage and nature of the conversation. 

When Hugh and DeeDee released their only child to heaven, they struggled with what to call themselves in the aftermath. There is no specific word in the English language to describe a parent who has lost a child. A wife without her husband is a widow. A husband without his wife is a widower. A child bereft of parents is an orphan. A parent whose child has died before they have is an undefined hollow of hurt. Miscarriage. Sudden infant death. Suicide. Illness. Accident. Death steals a child from this world and then robs the surviving parents of an expressed identity. Yet God Himself knows such devastating grief as His only Son, Jesus, called to Him while dying on the cross, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit” (Luke 23:46). God was Father before Jesus’ earthly birth and remained Father when Jesus released His final breath. God continued as Father when the still body of His Son was laid in a tomb. God lives on today as Father of a risen Son who brings every parent the hope that a child can live again. What do you call a heavenly Father who sacrifices His Son for the universe? For you and for me? Father. Still, Father. When there are no words in the glossary of grief to describe the pain of loss, God is our Father and calls us His children (1 John 3:1).

Listen in as I spend time with Carolyn Keller as she shares with me about her daughter Bethany who had trisomy 13. This episode is full of so much wisdom -- Caroyn shares about her pregnancy journey with Bethany as well as her life in the NICU. She talks about what it was like to receive a life-limiting diagnosis and how she navigated that news with her husband and her 3 living children. And then we talk about what it was like to say goodbye and navigate life after loss. Again, we talk about marriage and parenting and what her faith looked like during that time. Carolyn gives so much wisdom in this episode as well as a ton of practical advice including her favorite resources and books for navigating a life-limiting diagnosis and life after loss and how to walk living children through both of those. Carolyn said something towards the end of our time together, something that only another grieving mom would be able to hear and understand, she said: “I look forward to the sadness because through the sadness, I can have joy remembering my daughter.” Such a beautiful and honest and accurate sentiment. Make sure to listen all the way to the end when Carolyn shares a few more words that I promise will offer you freedom and hope today in your grief journey.  I am so thankful to Carolyn and her willingness to share her story and wisdom with us -- I pray it is a blessing to you.    FREE RESOURCE FOR LIFE AFTER BABY LOSS Over the past 5 years we have helped thousands of women navigate life after the loss of a baby and we pulled our best and most helpful resources all into one easy to access resource. There is a separate bundle for miscarriage, infant loss and life-limiting diagnosis so the resources are very specific, tailored to you and your grief journey. To get your free resource bundle head to themorning.com/resourcebundle CHRISTMAS BIBLE STUDY GUIDEwww.themorning.com/christmas RESOURCE FOR HOW TO LOVE A GRIEVING MOM www.themorning.com/friendsandfamily SHOW NOTESwww.themorning.com/blog/episode137 FREE ONLINE COMMUNITY www.themorning.com/community