📢 Today we honor the men who shaped us—not just our dads, but every man who showed up with love, protection, and presence.

In this episode of Female Voices: Life & Loss, hosts LaWayna Berry and Teresa Reiniger explore the deeply personal and often complex emotions surrounding Father’s Day. Through raw, honest reflection, they share how fathers, stepfathers, godfathers, and male mentors have left a lasting imprint on their lives, not just through presence, but through support, guidance, and emotional availability.

Teresa reflects on her father’s strong work ethic, unwavering faith, and consistent love, while LaWayna shares how a village of men stepped up to fill the father-shaped space in her life, offering protection, encouragement, and invaluable life lessons. Together, they highlight how the presence or absence of strong male figures shapes our emotional development, relationships, and self-worth.

This conversation emphasizes the importance of intentionality in relationships, how small, consistent acts of love and support can echo through generations. It’s a tribute to the men who show up with quiet strength and deep care, and a reminder of how fatherhood can be redefined and reclaimed in powerful ways. Whether you are grieving, celebrating, or simply remembering this Father’s Day, this episode holds space for the full spectrum of love and loss, and the resilience that emerges from both.

🎧 Tune in and let’s honor the men who’ve molded us, celebrated us, and believed in us, even through cracks and challenges. Until next time on Female Voices: Life & Loss, may gratitude guide your heart.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ Reflections on biological fathers vs. father figures

✔️ Contrasting experiences of Father's Day: celebration, grief, or something in between

✔️ The value of being present and showing up, regardless of blood ties

✔️ Modeling healthy relationships: fighting, reconciling, and staying committed

✔️ Passing on wisdom: faith, work ethic, and legacy-building

Key Takeaways:

✅  Presence Over Perfection: Showing up consistently and wholeheartedly, often makes the most profound difference. Its presence, not perfection, that leaves a lasting impact.

✅  Grief and Celebration Can Coexist: Father’s Day and similar milestones often bring bittersweet emotions. We can honor the joy and the pain, holding both celebration and sorrow in the same space.

✅  Resilience Is a Legacy: Watching fathers and mentors navigate conflict, repair, and growth teaches us grit, hope, and the power of intentional living. These lessons ripple across generations.

✅  Fatherhood Holds Many Faces: Stepparents, grandfathers, coaches, or a friend’s dad, father figures come in all forms. Each one contributes to our emotional and spiritual growth.

✅ Values Outlive Us: Traits like generosity, faith, service, and dedication aren’t just taught, they’re lived. The true legacy of a father figure is the way these values carry forward long after they’re gone.

Quotes to Remember:

💭 “He would whistle like different types of birds … that’s what I think of.” —Teresa on her father

💭 “Broken people attract broken people … we don’t learn that muscle of resilience and grit.” —LaWayna

💭 “He’ll turn off that phone… I’m here. You know, and very, very present.” —LaWayna on her stepdad’s presence

Mentions:

Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth and her Instruction of a Father https://www.reviveourhearts.com/articles/instruction-father/?srsltid=AfmBOoqDREqhC8xYSVycnt_RUbXZdo1pumMRK07CLWrXKC-3rqkvKdzf

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📢 Have you noticed the silent grief men carry and wondered how to stand beside them in their pain?

In this powerful episode of Female Voices: Life and Loss, co-hosts LaWayna Berry and Teresa Reiniger welcome Derrick Howell, LCSW and former NASW Missouri chapter president, to explore the often-overlooked landscape of men’s grief, particularly among fathers and young male athletes. Derrick shares strategies for creating emotionally safe spaces, nurturing emotional intelligence, and supporting men as they navigate vulnerability and loss.

The conversation also addresses the cultural and societal stigmas that can silence men in grief, especially within communities of faith, family, and sports. Derrick offers compassionate insight into how cultural identity shapes grief, when it’s time to seek professional help, and why modeling self-care is essential for supporting younger generations. This episode is a reminder that healing begins with honest listening, empathy, and showing up especially for the men who are too often left to grieve in silence.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️How to create a safe space for men to grieve through presence and listening

✔️Variations in individual comfort with group vs. one-on-one support

✔️Recognizing grief-related behaviors in men: withdrawal, anger, silence

✔️Using love languages (like acts of service) to support bereaved fathers

✔️Grief impact on student athletes and how sports culture can shift support

Key Takeaways:

✅  Listen without fixing. A reflective, non-judgmental presence encourages more openness from men.

✅  Normalize vulnerability. Expressing emotional pain may feel risky and admitting feelings is the first step toward healing.

✅  Look for cues. Changes in mood, sleep, work performance, or isolation may signal deeper grief.

✅  Honor their love language. Practical acts like a quiet day at home or running errands can mean more than words.

✅  Model mental wellness. Demonstrating self-care creates space for young men and athletes to do the same.

Quotes to Remember: 

💭 “One of the most important things we can do to create a safe environment for men is simply listen.”
💭 “What I know is men may prefer acts of service over gifts especially on grief-filled days.”

Mentions:

The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman

Free Quiz: https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes

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📢  What happens when a father leaves—and no onetalks about it?

In this episode, Teresa Reiniger sits down with Laura McCoy, founder of the nonprofit Daddy Don’t Go, to discuss the often-overlooked crisis of fatherlessness and its lifelong impact on children, families, and communities.

Drawing from her own experience as a daughter of divorce, Laura shares the emotional truth behind her mission to launch a nationwide movement urging parents and especially fathers not to divorce their kids. Through her book Daddy Don’t Go: Healing a Fatherless Daughter of Divorce and her advocacy work, Laura reveals how inner child healing, consistent presence, and intentional parenting can transform pain into purpose.

From the long-term effects of emotional abandonment to practical ways parents can stay connected post-divorce, this conversation is a call to action, a source of comfort, and a beacon of hope for families navigating separation.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ The deep emotional and societal impact of fatherlessness on children and communities

✔️ Laura’s personal healing journey as a fatherless daughter and how it shaped her mission

✔️ The inspiration behind Daddy Don’t Go nonprofit

✔️ Practical ways divorced fathers can stay emotionally connected and present in their children's lives

✔️ Simple but powerful strategies to foster deeper connection with kids, starting with presence and curiosity

Key Takeaways:

✅ Fatherlessness Leaves a Lasting Mark: The absence of a father deeply affects a child’s emotional, mental, and social development, impacting everything from academic success to self-worth and future relationships.

✅ Presence Over Presents: What children need most isn’t perfection or grand gestures, it’s consistent, present, and intentional connection. Even small acts like asking meaningful questions or putting down the phone can build unbreakable bonds.

✅ Don't Divorce Your Kids: Divorce doesn’t have to mean disconnection. Laura’s powerful message reminds parents, especially fathers, that staying emotionally engaged with your children is non-negotiable.

✅ Healing Begins Within: From inner child work to professional help, emotional healing and personal growth are possible. Support systems are essential tools for breaking generational cycles and moving toward wholeness.

✅ Changing the Narrative, One Story at a Time: Through her book, nonprofit, and advocacy, Laura is reshaping how we talk about fatherlessness, elevating awareness, offering practical tools, and inspiring communities to support healthier family connections.

Quotes to Remember:

💭 “Don't divorce your kids. Divorce your partner but stay connected to your children.”

💭 “Everything that’s negative in our culture can be traced back to Godlessness and Fatherlessness.”

👉 Connect with Laura:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daddydontgofatherlessdaughtersofdivorce

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-mccoy-06b66b41/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daddydontgo_daughters/

👉 Connect with Teresa and LaWayna:

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📢 What does motherhood really look like?

In this raw and deeply moving episode, co-hosts Teresa Reiniger and Wayna Berry dive into the many faces of motherhood, biological, chosen, lost, and rediscovered. From childhood memories and strong matriarchs to infertility, pregnancy loss, and parenting through grief, they explore how motherhood is shaped by love, loss, and resilience. This episode honors all mothering journeys, because no path looks the same, and everyone deserves to be seen.

“There’s no manual, no map. Just a heart full of love, and the will to keep going.” — Wayna Berry

In this heartfelt episode, Teresa and Wayna reflect on the complex and beautiful nature of motherhood. Whether through blood, choice, or circumstance, motherhood is not a one-size-fits-all experience. This episode holds space for the joy and the grief, the celebration and the silence, and the many women who show up to love and lead in their own powerful way.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ Growing up with multiple “moms”: sisters, aunts, and neighbors who mothered in different ways

✔️ Honoring the strength of intergenerational women and family matriarchs

 ✔️ What it means to be a mother after loss, infertility, or complicated pregnancies

 ✔️ Grief, judgment, and resilience in navigating difficult motherhood decisions

✔️ How chosen family, adoption, and community play vital roles in motherhood

✔️ The invisible grief tied to abortion, miscarriage, and societal expectations

Key Takeaways:

 ✅ Motherhood is diverse and deeply personal and there is no one way to be a mother.

✅ Grief often walks hand-in-hand with motherhood, especially after loss or trauma.

✅ Resilience is passed down through generations, and we stand on the shoulders of powerful women.

✅ Judgment has no place in someone else’s motherhood story. Compassion and listening are essential.

✅ Love, not perfection, defines motherhood. We all fall short, and we keep going because they’re worth it.

Quotes to Remember:

💭 “I had many moms growing up, and it took me years to see that as a blessing.” — Teresa Reiniger

💭 “Even if your motherhood journey doesn’t start the way you expected, it’s still valid and powerful.” — Wayna Berry

💭 “There’s grief in every decision, and there’s also love.” — Wayna Berry

💭 “Women rise up for each other and that’s something we should never take for granted.” — Teresa Reiniger

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📢 What if your greatest losses became the turning point to discovering your true purpose?
In this episode, Teresa sits down with Ragan Andrew, Certified Travel Professional, grief advocate, and passionate connector of people. Her story weaves through profound loss, losing her only sibling, experiencing divorce, and job loss and the unexpected healing she found by embracing change. Ragan shares how she took a leap of faith and moved cross-country during the pandemic, rediscovering joy, resilience, and her calling in the most unexpected ways.

Today, through her travel planning business and faith-based group trips, she’s on a mission to help others feel seen, supported, and not so alone in their healing journeys.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ The sudden loss of Ragan’s brother at 16 and its impact on her life

✔️ Moving across the country to Missouri alone to start over after divorce and job loss during the pandemic

✔️ Establishing a grief support group and later passing it on when it wasn’t beneficial for her to continue

✔️ Faith-based boxing, spiritual growth, and the healing power of physical activity

✔️ Launching a travel business that focuses on faith, joy, and community connection

Key Takeaways:

✅ You don’t need to be “ready” to heal—just willing to take the next step.

✅ Loss can be a portal to deeper purpose, if you allow it to shape you.

✅ Community, connection, and creativity are vital tools in grief recovery.

✅ Faith-based travel and shared experiences create space for healing and growth.

✅ When life takes everything away, it's okay to start again from nothing.

Powerful Quotes

💭 "You can’t always wait until you feel ready. Sometimes healing begins the moment you choose to move."

💭 "I had to lose something to be pushed out of my comfort zone."

💭 "God's timing, not mine, brought me to where I was meant to be."

Shoutouts & Mentions:

✨Resilient Boxing, O'Fallon, MO – https://www.resilientboxing.com/

The Episode Sponsor is AllBerry Coaching:

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Facebook & Instagram @allberrycoaching

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📢 Grief is never just one thing …it’s layered, raw, and deeply personal.

In this powerful episode of Female Voices: Life and Loss, hosts Teresa sits down with Lindsey Silko—combat veteran, EMDR-trained therapist, and mother of three living children who has journeyed through nine pregnancies and six heartbreaking losses. Lindsey’s story is one of resilience forged through profound grief, faith, and an unyielding commitment to healing.

From her days as a medic in the Air Force, where she cared for mothers and newborns, to her role today as a trauma therapist specializing in EMDR, Lindsey’s life has always been about service and support. When she faced her own battles with infertility, complex pregnancy losses, and the mental health impacts of PTSD both from her military service and her journey through motherhood. She discovered that healing is not a straight path. Lindsey shares candidly about the impact of grief, as well as the life-saving power of community, storytelling, and faith.

🎧 This episode is a raw, heartfelt, and hopeful conversation about what it means to hold space for joy and sorrow, how to navigate the emotional rollercoaster of grief, and why your story, no matter how painful, deserves to be heard. Whether you’ve experienced pregnancy loss, trauma, or are simply trying to make sense of the ups and downs of motherhood, Lindsey’s story is a beacon of hope and healing.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ Lindsey’s unique journey from military medic to trauma therapist.

✔️ Her struggle with infertility and navigating the uncertainty of pregnancy loss.

✔️ The devastating loss of her daughter Elena and the support that helped her survive.

✔️ How grief impacts mental health and coping with trauma triggers.

✔️The unexpected effects of grief on the body, including breastfeeding challenges on trauma anniversaries.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Grief is not just sadness, it can be layered, unpredictable, and deeply tied to past trauma.

✅ Having a strong support network can be lifesaving during times of grief.

✅ Talking about grief and sharing your experience can be a powerful tool for healing.

Powerful Quotes:

💭 “I was so well supported by the universe for this experience… I had the best mom, the best husband, the best friends.”

💭 “Grief can even impact your body, like how I learned my milk supply dropped on the anniversary of my daughter’s death.”

💭 “Sharing your story can be healing.”

Shoutouts and Mentions:

✨Peace Bear Project: https://www.peacebears.org/ A nonprofit providing peace bears to mothers leaving the hospital after a loss.

✨Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep: https://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org/ An organization that offers remembrance photography for grieving parents.

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📢 What if healing, leadership, and creativity could all sit at the same table, covered in yarn and compassion?

In this powerful and heart-opening episode of Female Voices, Life and Loss, hosts Teresa and LaWayna sit down with Heather Swan a former corporate executive turned community builder, yarn shop owner, and festival creator. Heather’s journey weaves together decades of leadership in youth coaching, corporate management, and women’s empowerment, yet it was a season of deep personal loss and transformation that led her to open Yarncom, a fiber arts store rooted in connection, creativity, and healing.

After her husband’s life-threatening leukemia diagnosis, Heather made the courageous choice to leave her 25-year corporate career and follow her long-held dream: creating spaces where people can heal, grow, and come together. As the founder of Yarncom and the visionary behind the Midwest Fiber Festival. Heather shares how her passion for fiber arts became a powerful vehicle for connection. She also opens up about her ADHD diagnosis, and her unwavering belief in the healing power of community.

🎧 Whether mentoring women entrepreneurs, comforting a grieving friend, or leading creative gatherings, Heather’s mission is clear: community heals. This episode offers tangible hope and reminds us all of the power of showing up, sitting down, and stitching new life together.

 Key Topics Discussed:

✔️Heather’s pivot from corporate life to entrepreneurship following her husband’s cancer diagnosis

✔️How a yarn shop and fiber festival became tools for connection and healing

✔️Understanding ADHD, perimenopause, and mental health as a female business owner

✔️How crafting and creative spaces can foster healing, connection, and hope

✔️The "Power of Eight" intention-setting and spiritual healing practices

Key Takeaways:

✅Loss often leads to transformation when we allow ourselves to pause, listen, and follow what brings joy.

✅Community heals. Especially in grief, being near others even without words can create powerful moments of comfort.

✅Creative spaces aren't just hobbies, they're healing grounds. From knitting to coloring, the act of making helps us mend.

✅Leadership comes in many forms. Heather’s story reminds us that your voice and style are valid and needed.

✅Intention-setting and spiritual support can powerfully shift how we experience both illness and recovery.

Powerful Quotes:

💬 “I realized I wasn't happy... and life was too short not to pursue something meaningful.”

💬 “Every time I stopped chasing and just let the river carry me, the right people and answers showed up.”

💬 “I always say my secret mission is to get people to sit at the table who don’t look or believe the same—and just be human together.”

Shoutouts & Mentions:

✨ Yarncom STL – Heather’s fiber arts store in Creve Coeur, MO. Website: yarncomstl.com

✨ Midwest Fiber Festival – An annual event hosted at St. Louis Community College -Meramec. midwestfiberfest.com

✨ "ADHD 2.0" by Edward Hallowell & John Ratey– A helpful resource Heather recommends for understanding ADHD

✨ The Power of Eight by Lynne McTaggart – A book and practice around intention and group healing

Connect with Heather:

On All Social Medias: @yarncom, @midwestfiberfestival,@hrayswan

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📢 "Grief isn’t something you outrun — it’s something you learn to carry."

In this week’s episode, Falisha Hoffman shares her powerful journey through grief after the loss of her son, Jackson, a child with special needs who taught her the meaning of unconditional love and resilience.

Falisha opens up about the layered heartbreak of navigating child loss and betrayal, and what it’s taken to begin rebuilding trust in herself and exploring love again. Alongside hosts LaWayna and Teresa, she discusses the complexities of romantic relationships after loss, the importance of open communication, and finding self-care in unexpected places.

Falisha also reflects on the role her hairstyling business has played in her healing and how talking about her story daily helped her recognize the difference between surviving and truly processing emotions.

🎧 If you’ve ever wondered how to keep moving when the world feels shattered, this conversation will resonate deeply. You are not alone in this journey.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ Exploring romantic relationships while grieving

✔️ Setting and re-establishing personal boundaries after trauma

✔️ How grief impacts trust, connection, and self-worth

✔️ Redefining what self-care looks like during healing

✔️ The power of vulnerability and finding safe spaces to be real

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

✅ Grief doesn’t have an endpoint — it reshapes who we are.

✅ Healing often requires redefining boundaries and learning self-expression.

✅ Not every form of self-care looks traditional — and that’s okay.

✅ Finding people who listen to understand (not just to respond) is crucial after loss.

✅ Vulnerability creates opportunities for deeper healing and connection.

Powerful Quotes:

💭 “After losing my son, I realized I had to lose two people I loved."

💭 "You have to find people you feel safe talking about your grief with, whether that's a friend or a partner."

💭 "Self-care isn't just a spa day — sometimes it's a quiet cup of coffee on the porch."

Episode Sponsor: Allberry Coaching

Website: allberrycoaching.com

Schedule a complimentary consult: https://calendly.com/lawayna/30min

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📢  When life asks you to carry so much, how do you remember to carry yourself too?

In this heartfelt episode of Female Voices: Life and Loss, LaWayna Berry and Teresa Reiniger dive into the multi-layered world of holistic self-care, weaving together laughter, wisdom, and tender reflections. With honesty and vulnerability, they explore how different forms of self-care physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual—intertwine with the journey of grief, motherhood, and womanhood.

Through personal stories and practical strategies, LaWayna and Teresa emphasize how self-care is not a luxury but a necessity, especially for women carrying the invisible weight of loss and life’s many demands. They discuss setting boundaries, embracing mindfulness, nourishing the body and soul, and the healing power of community and creativity.

Whether you're navigating burnout, recalibrating your life’s balance, or simply needing a gentle reminder that you are not alone, this episode offers a compassionate space for your healing and wholeness.

🎧 Tune in and be reminded that your wellness matters—and your freedom to live fully is worth reclaiming.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ What holistic self-care really means and how it’s different for every woman

✔️ Balancing caregiving, family, and career while maintaining boundaries

✔️ Recognizing signs of burnout and how to reset intentionally

✔️ The emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical aspects of healing

✔️ The power of play, prayer, and presence in self-care practices

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

✅ Self-care is not selfish—it’s survival, especially for grieving women navigating complex roles

✅ Boundaries are a form of self-respect, and “no” is a complete sentence

✅ You can’t heal by staying busy; true rest and reflection are necessary

✅ Holistic self-care honors your body, heart, mind, spirit, and relationships

✅ Compassion and community are essential—healing happens together

Powerful Quotes:

💭 “Saying no to something is allowing someone else to say yes.” Teresa

💭 “We’re not meant to do life alone—we’re meant for community.” LaWayna

 Shoutouts and Mentions:

✨ Mention of the Daily Word: http://Bibleinayearonline.com

✨ LaWayna’s Morning Play List:

God In Me: https://music.apple.com/us/album/god-in-me-feat-kierra-kiki-sheard/293238866?i=293238901

The Worship Medley: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-worship-medley-there-is-nothing-like-glory-to-god/721669287?i=721669350

He Turned It: https://music.apple.com/us/album/he-turned-it-live/721669287?i=721669430

🌷 Bereaved Mother’s Day: Reserve Your Spot https://livingaftergrief.com/bereavedmothersday

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📢 “Ever feel like you’re running on empty yet can’t stop moving?”
In this episode of Female Voices: Life and Loss, host Teresa Reiniger sits down with holistic healing and rest specialist Keri Lemmons to explore the deep connections between grief, healing, and the transformative power of rest.

Together, they dive into Keri’s personal journey through chronic fatigue and how unprocessed loss and societal pressure to “push through” can keep us stuck. This heart-centered conversation highlights the importance of mindfulness, breathwork, and reframing guilt — while uncovering how small, intentional changes can spark profound transformation.

🎧 Whether you’re grieving, overwhelmed, or simply seeking more peace, this episode offers permission to pause, breathe, and begin healing from within.

Key Topics Discussed:

✔️ Keri's transition from personal health struggles to holistic healing.

✔️ The impact of stress and grief on the nervous system.

✔️ Techniques like Neurological Integration Systems (NIS), Reiki, and NLP.

✔️ The societal pressure of busyness and its link to avoidance.

✔️ The importance of breathwork and mindfulness in daily life

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

✅ Awareness is the first step: Recognizing patterns allows for intentional change.

✅ Rest is productive: Taking time to recharge enhances overall efficiency.

✅ Guilt is misplaced: Releasing guilt associated with self-care is essential.

✅ Body and mind connection: Physical symptoms often mirror emotional states.

✅ Personalized healing: There's no one-size-fits-all; find what resonates with you.​

Powerful Quotes:

💭 "Stress and loss are different sides of the same coin."

💭 "We hold grief in our bodies...because it's safer than feeling it in our heart."

💭 "Romanticize your life... make rest a ritual."​

 🌷 Bereaved Mother’s Day: Reserve Your Spot https://livingaftergrief.com/bereavedmothersday

👉  Connect with Keri Lemmons:

Website: https://www.kerilemmons.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerilemmons1

👉 Connect With Us:

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Email: [email protected]