In this episode, I sit down with Samantha as she bravely shares her journey through miscarriage, infertility, and chronic illness. We dive into the emotional and physical toll of grief, the importance of self-advocacy in medical care, and how she’s navigating healing through therapy, writing, and support from loved ones. Samantha’s story is a powerful reminder that we are not alone in our struggles, and that healing comes from embracing both the pain and the joy in life.What you'll learn in this episode:<ul><li>The impact of chronic illness on infertility and family planning</li><li>How miscarriage affects both mental and physical health</li><li>The role of therapy, self-advocacy, and support in the healing process</li><li>How to hold space for grief without rushing through it</li><li>The power of sharing our stories and finding connection through vulnerability</li><li>Practical tools for navigating loss and rebuilding a sense of purpose</li><li>Why rest and self-care are essential, not optional</li><li>The importance of giving yourself time to make decisions about next steps in your journey</li></ul> Connect with Elizabeth: IG: <a href="https://instagram.com/bychanceavenue/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@bychanceavenue</a><a href="https://bychance.myflodesk.com/emailsignup" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Stay connected & up to date with all things By Chance</a><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RWGRzGCeggUdsVdwAM7-b7kLZpjMVNkrHhx2NEPtkPk/edit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Want to share your story? Apply to be a guest!</a>

In this episode, I sit down with Samantha as she bravely shares her journey through miscarriage, infertility, and chronic illness. We dive into the emotional and physical toll of grief, the importance of self-advocacy in medical care, and how she’s navigating healing through therapy, writing, and support from loved ones. Samantha’s story is a powerful reminder that we are not alone in our struggles, and that healing comes from embracing both the pain and the joy in life. What you'll learn in this episode:The impact of chronic illness on infertility and family planningHow miscarriage affects both mental and physical healthThe role of therapy, self-advocacy, and support in the healing processHow to hold space for grief without rushing through itThe power of sharing our stories and finding connection through vulnerabilityPractical tools for navigating loss and rebuilding a sense of purposeWhy rest and self-care are essential, not optionalThe importance of giving yourself time to make decisions about next steps in your journey Connect with Elizabeth: IG: @bychanceavenue Stay connected & up to date with all things By Chance Want to share your story? Apply to be a guest!

In this episode, I sit down with Samantha as she bravely shares her journey through miscarriage, infertility, and chronic illness. We dive into the emotional and physical toll of grief, the importance of self-advocacy in medical care, and how she’s navigating healing through therapy, writing, and support from loved ones. Samantha’s story is a powerful reminder that we are not alone in our struggles, and that healing comes from embracing both the pain and the joy in life.What you'll learn in this episode:<ul><li>The impact of chronic illness on infertility and family planning</li><li>How miscarriage affects both mental and physical health</li><li>The role of therapy, self-advocacy, and support in the healing process</li><li>How to hold space for grief without rushing through it</li><li>The power of sharing our stories and finding connection through vulnerability</li><li>Practical tools for navigating loss and rebuilding a sense of purpose</li><li>Why rest and self-care are essential, not optional</li><li>The importance of giving yourself time to make decisions about next steps in your journey</li></ul> Connect with Elizabeth: IG: <a href="https://instagram.com/bychanceavenue/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@bychanceavenue</a><a href="https://bychance.myflodesk.com/emailsignup" rel="noopener noreferrer">Stay connected &amp; up to date with all things By Chance</a><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RWGRzGCeggUdsVdwAM7-b7kLZpjMVNkrHhx2NEPtkPk/edit" rel="noopener noreferrer">Want to share your story? Apply to be a guest!</a>

43. Honest Conversations About Miscarriage, Illness and Mental Health With Samantha DeCosmo

Hi friend! If you are a woman who does not have kids by chance, not by choice, this message is for you. If you had an inner desire to be a mother but never came to reality, this show is for you. If you got married at a later stage in your life, or if you are single and you never had the chance to even try, this is for you.

If you were a mama at some point and suffered a loss, this is for you too. And if you want to feel like you are a part of a community alongside other women who have walked a similar path, who understand you, who see you and feel you, this is where you belong. This show is called By Chance Podcast, a space for sacred conversations with women who don't have kids by chance, not by choice.

We will have conversations with brave women who share their stories with grit and resilience. We'll also bring on different guests who will help us continue to grow and guide us in our healing journey. I will share with you tools that helped me thrive over the last 20 plus years, even when I battled years of depression and anxiety.

Each week, I will bring you an episode that will be a reminder that our struggles, fears, and joys are universal threads that bind us all together. This show will be heartwarming, vulnerable, fun, and educational. I'm Elizabeth Tiglao Gus, your new friend and podcast host. I am a woman who has overcome 10 years of infertility struggles, including three years of failed adoptions.

So trust me when I say, I see you. I am also a social entrepreneur and a life coach, focusing on helping women thrive rather than just survive. I help women who are ready to transform their lives, empower themselves to live with purpose and radical self love. If you are ready to be part of this community, come with me.

Together let's celebrate life and being a woman without being defined by the rule of motherhood. And my hope is that you will feel seen, heard, and feel less alone when you tune in. Now it's time. Let's go. Let's go.

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Hi friend! If you are a woman who does not have kids by chance, not by choice, this message is for you. If you had an inner desire to be a mother but never came to reality, this show is for you. If you got married at a later stage in your life, or if you are single and you never had the chance to even try, this is for you. If you were a mama at some point and suffered a loss, this is for you too. And if you want to feel like you are a part of a community alongside other women who have walked a similar path, who understand you, who see you and feel you, this is where you belong. This show is called By Chance Podcast, a space for sacred conversations with women who don't have kids by chance, not by choice. We will have conversations with brave women who share their stories with grit and resilience. We'll also bring on different guests who will help us continue to grow and guide us in our healing journey. I will share with you tools that helped me thrive over the last 20 plus years, even when I battled years of depression and anxiety. Each week, I will bring you an episode that will be a reminder that our struggles, fears, and joys are universal threads that bind us all together. This show will be heartwarming, vulnerable, fun, and educational. I'm Elizabeth Tiglao Gus, your new friend and podcast host. I am a woman who has overcome 10 years of infertility struggles, including three years of failed adoptions. So trust me when I say, I see you. I am also a social entrepreneur and a life coach, focusing on helping women thrive rather than just survive. I help women who are ready to transform their lives, empower themselves to live with purpose and radical self love. If you are ready to be part of this community, come with me. Together let's celebrate life and being a woman without being defined by the rule of motherhood. And my hope is that you will feel seen, heard, and feel less alone when you tune in. Now it's time. Let's go. Let's go.

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