In this heartfelt episode, Arden Cartrette shares her deeply personal journey through miscarriage, detailing her experiences from the first positive pregnancy test to the emotional aftermath of loss. She discusses the challenges of navigating pregnancy after loss, the confusion of medical appointments, and the impact of grief on her identity as a mother. Arden aims to create a supportive space for others who have experienced similar losses, emphasizing the importance of sharing stories and finding community in the midst of pain.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Arden's Personal Journey Begins

01:32 The Joy of a Positive Pregnancy Test

06:26 The First Ultrasound Experience

09:45 Navigating Pregnancy Limbo

14:36 The Reality of Miscarriage

20:40 The Aftermath of the First Loss

22:13 The Second Pregnancy and Its Challenges

24:01 The Second Loss and Its Impact

30:52 Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Testing

34:09 The Journey to a Rainbow Baby

36:34 Conclusion and Future Topics