Dulcius ex asperis…. Sweeter after difficulties.

This was a quote shared with Holly after the interview and it was most fitting to be part of the title of the episode. For many people, this may be a difficult story to hear or even comprehend, but Ellie of Sophisticated Grace Studio bravely told her story publicly here for the first time. Ellie shares the story of her loss of her daughter, Caroline, who was congenitally diagnosed with anencephaly. This condition is a neural tube defect not compatible with life, and therefore Eliie was only able to hold her baby for less than 2 hours.

Ellie’s hope is that sharing her story allows even just one mother to grieve and heal, and know they are not alone in their story. Her creative outlet for grief was her business which she rebranded in remembrance of Caroline: Sophisticated Grace Studio.

You can connect with Ellie at https://sophisticatedgracestudio.com/

And on her Instagram at @sophisticatedgracestudio

Holly Logan is a Masters prepared nurse and board certified family nurse practitioner with a particular interest in helping families build generational health by creating sustainable actions for head-to-toe wellness. Disclaimer: This podcast is meant to be supportive and educational. None of the information from this podcast is intended to be medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider regarding a medical condition.