In this week's episode, Teresa Reiniger interviews LaWayna Berry, a coach, counselor, and advocate for holistic healing. They dive deep into how grief impacts every area of life not just emotions, also finances, relationships, career growth, and overall well-being.

LaWayna shares her inspiring journey from criminal justice to holistic counseling, revealing how personal loss and trauma shaped her professional path. She opens up about her passion for mental health awareness, the unique challenges women face in balancing family and careers, and the importance of creating safe spaces for grief and healing.

Together, Teresa and LaWayna explore the power of community, the role of support systems, and the reality of rebuilding life after loss with intention. Healing isn’t just about grief—it’s about understanding how every aspect of life is affected and learning to move forward in a way that honors both the pain and the possibilities ahead.

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Key Takeaways:

Key Quotes:

"Counseling is about guiding individuals to find their own

Listen now to gain insight into holistic healing, the

Resources & Mentions:

Podcast: Revive Our Heart with Nancy Demoss Wolgemuth

                    Living on the Edge with Chip Ingram

                    Tony Evans’ Podcast

 Fathers & Familiar Support Center:  https://fatherssupportcenter.org/

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Grief changes us, and it also reveals our strength. In this episode, co-host LaWayna Berry interviews Teresa Reiniger, exploring her journey from profound personal loss to becoming a grief coach and community builder. Teresa

Discover the transformative power of connection, the

Topics Discussed:

Key Takeaways:

Quotes:

"Grief isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience. Everyone’s loss is unique." "Healing doesn’t happen overnight, and it doesn’t happen alone—it happens in community." ~Teresa Reiniger

Connect with Teresa:

EMAIL: [email protected]

Facebook & Instagram: @livingaftergrief

Website: https://livingaftergrief.com/

click and schedule a complementary Hope

Podcast Guest:  https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

Connect with Wayna:

Email: [email protected]

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Website: allberrycoaching.com

Schedule a

Podcast Guest: https://calendly.com/lawayna/on-air-with-wayna

In this episode of Female Voices: Life and Loss,

The conversation highlights the importance of fostering

Key Takeaways:

Sound Bites:

"Divorce was never on the table."

"Communication is a big piece."

"We need adult conversation."

Mentioned in This Episode:

Reflections on lessons learned from grandparents.

Strategies for balancing individuality and shared responsibilities in families.

Insights into marriage, parenting, and cultural influences on gender roles.

Thank you for joining us in this conversation. Remember, understanding and connection are the foundations of growth, both personally and within our families.

Have a story or insight to share?  Reach out to us we’d love to hear from you!

At Female Voices: Life and Loss, we’re here to explore the

Connect with Teresa:

EMAIL: [email protected]

Facebook & Instagram: @livingaftergrief

Website: https://livingaftergrief.com/

click and schedule a complementary Hope Exploration call: https://livingaftergrief.com/calendar/hope-exploration-session

Podcast Guest:  https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

Connect with Wayna:

Email: [email protected]

Facebook & Instagram @allberrycoaching

Website: allberrycoaching.com

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

Podcast Guest: https://calendly.com/lawayna/on-air-with-wayna

Welcome to the relaunch of Female Voices: Life and Loss! In this first episode of our new season, cohosts Wayna Berry and Teresa Reiniger sit down to share their personal journeys, reflecting on the life experiences that shaped their paths and brought them to this shared platform.

 From their career journeys to the lessons learned through navigating loss, Wayna and Teresa discuss how storytelling fosters healing and connection. Together, they explore family dynamics, generational wisdom, and the importance of community support in navigating life’s challenges. 

Whether you’re here to heal, connect, or simply listen, this

Key Takeaways:

Female Voices: Life and Loss is a space for authentic

Connect with Teresa:

EMAIL: [email protected]

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

Instagram: @livingaftergrief

Website: https://livingaftergrief.com/

click and schedule a complementary Hope Exploration call: https://livingaftergrief.com/calendar/hope-exploration-session

Podcast Guest:  https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

Connect with Wayna:

Email: [email protected]

Facebook & Instagram @allberrycoaching

Website: allberrycoaching.com

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

Podcast Guest: https://calendly.com/lawayna/on-air-with-wayna

In this season finale, Teresa Reiniger reflects on the journey of her podcast, ‘Labor Pains’ to 'Resilient Moms,' which has provided a platform for women to share their stories of grief and resilience. Over the past four years, the podcast has evolved from focusing on infertility and pregnancy loss to encompassing a broader range of experiences related to loss.

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

Sound Bites:

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Facebook

Instagram:

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click and schedule a complementary Hope Exploration call: https://livingaftergrief.com/calendar/hope-exploration-session

Podcast Guest: https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

Teresa Reiniger sits down with Michelle Cramer, founder of a nonprofit organization supporting grieving families, to explore the complexities of grief—particularly around pregnancy and infant loss. Together, they dive deep into society's struggles to offer meaningful support to families experiencing loss, and the crucial need for emotional intelligence in conversations about grief.

Michelle shares her personal experiences, including her work providing practical resources for grieving families and how she advocates for bereavement leave policies. The discussion shines a light on the emotional and societal challenges grieving families face, the importance of acknowledging their loss, and the need for greater awareness and education around grief.

Whether you're navigating your own grief or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into how we can show up for each other with empathy, compassion, and practical support.

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

Sound Bites:

"Grief doesn't go away; we learn to build our life around it

Michelle’s Book: Unshattered Grief by Michelle Cramer Grief Recovery Method: GriefRecoveryMethod.com

Connect with Michelle Cramer: Website: ⁠⁠https://oawphoto.org/⁠⁠ 

Instagram: @oaw_photo

Facebook: oawphoto

youtube: @oawphoto

Retreat Link:

https://livingaftergrief.com/emotional-freedom-after-loss-retreat

Connect with Teresa:

EMAIL: [email protected]

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

Instagram: @livingaftergrief

Website: https://livingaftergrief.com/

click and schedule a complementary Hope Exploration call: https://livingaftergrief.com/calendar/hope-exploration-session

Podcast Guest:  https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

Teresa Reiniger sits down with Michelle L. Cramer to discuss the transformative power of grief recovery. Michelle, the founder of On Angel's Wings, Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist, and Author of Unshattered Grief.

Michelle explains in this week’s episode the Grief Recovery Method, focusing on how it helps individuals process their grief by addressing unresolved past losses and emotional wounds. Together, Teresa and Michelle explore how verbalizing grief, building support systems, and finding strength in vulnerability are essential steps on the path to healing. This episode is a powerful reminder that while grief is deeply personal, there is hope, community, and support available for everyone navigating loss.

Key Takeaways from this Episode:

Sound Bites:

"We want to increase your capacity for happiness again."

"Grief is work, and it requires awareness."

"We need to create scar tissue instead of open wounds."

Michelle’s Book: Unshattered Grief by Michelle Cramer Grief Recovery Method: GriefRecoveryMethod.com

Connect with Michelle Cramer: Website: ⁠https://oawphoto.org/⁠ 

Instagram: @oaw_photo

Facebook: oawphoto

youtube: @oawphoto

Retreat Link:

https://livingaftergrief.com/emotional-freedom-after-loss-retreat

Connect with Teresa: EMAIL: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/LivingAfterGrief/⁠ Instagram: @livingaftergrief Website: ⁠https://livingaftergrief.com/⁠ click and schedule a complementary Hope Exploration call: ⁠https://livingaftergrief.com/calendar/hope-exploration-session⁠ Podcast Guest: ⁠https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

In this episode of Resilient Moms I am joined by Michelle Cramer, the founder and executive director of On Angels' Wings, a nonprofit dedicated to providing support for families who have lost a child at birth or have a child with a terminal risk diagnosis. Michelle shares her personal journey and the story behind creating On Angels' Wings, a powerful organization that offers free therapeutic photography and grief recovery services to families in need.

As a Certified Grief Recovery Method Specialist and author of Unshattered Grief: Helping Others Through Loss Without Breaking Them… Again, Michelle sharesher passion for improving the way our society handles grief, especially for families experiencing loss.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

Michelle has been a photographer for over 18 years, and her deep empathy and personal experiences inspired her to create On Angels' Wings in 2013 to improve mental health and wellness for families dealing with child loss or medical fragility.​

On Angels' Wings offers free, professional photo sessions to grieving families, providing them with treasured memories of their children. These sessions serve as a therapeutic tool, helping families honor and remember their lost children.​

Michelle’s organization goes beyond photography, offering grief recovery programs that emphasize moving forward, not simply "moving on." The goal is to help families find strength, healing, and connection as they navigate their grief journey.​

What started in one location has now expanded to include out-of-state chapters, reaching more families and offering much-needed support on a broader scale.​

Michelle is also actively advocating for a statewide bereavement leave policy to ensure grieving families receive the support they need during their most difficult times.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

Michelle’s Book: Unshattered Grief by Michelle Cramer Grief Recovery Method: GriefRecoveryMethod.com

Connect with Michelle Cramer: Website: https://oawphoto.org/ 

Instagram: @oaw_photo

Facebook: oawphoto

youtube: @oawphoto

Retreat Link:

https://livingaftergrief.com/emotional-freedom-after-loss-retreat

Connect with Teresa: EMAIL: [email protected] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LivingAfterGrief/ Instagram: @livingaftergrief Website: https://livingaftergrief.com/ click and schedule a complementary Hope Exploration call: https://livingaftergrief.com/calendar/hope-exploration-session Podcast Guest: https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

In this episode, I aim to provide you with some clarity and understanding about managing grief, dealing with heightened emotions and brain fog, and recognizing the significant impact grief can have on physical health. Additionally, the episode highlights the importance of self care practices that can support healing during the grieving process.

In this episode:

·       Acknowledging that heightened emotions and brain fog are normal.

·       The emotional rollercoaster of grief, with fluctuating emotions.

·       Naming your emotions as a crucial step toward understanding and managing them.

·       Mindfulness Body Scan Exercise.

·       Health Impact of Grief.

·       Practical ways to incorporate self-care into your routine.

Emotional Freedom After Loss Retreat. November 22-24, 2024 https://livingaftergrief.com/emotional-freedom-after-loss-retreat

Connect with Teresa:

EMAIL: [email protected]

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

Instagram: @livingaftergrief

Website: https://livingaftergrief.com/

click and schedule a complementary Hope

Podcast Guest: https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call

In this heartfelt episode, Teresa Reiniger talks with Katie Schwarz about her personal journey through pregnancy loss and the complexities she faced along the way. Katie courageously shares the story of her son, Hudson, and the emotional and medical challenges she encountered during her pregnancy. Katie emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, trusting one's instincts, and finding a supportive community to navigate the profound grief that accompanies such a loss.

Topics within this episode:

·       Pregnancy loss is an emotionally challenging and life-altering experience.

·       Complications during pregnancy can lead to high-risk situations and necessitate medical interventions.

·       Finding a new path and purpose after loss is a personal journey that requires time and self-discovery.

·       Advocating for oneself and trusting one's instincts are crucial.

·       Building a supportive network of understanding individuals provides a safe space for open dialogue and shared experiences.

·       Each person's grief journey is unique; it's essential to find a path that feels right and comforting.

·       Continuous support from friends and family is vital as grief is an ongoing process.

"Advocate for yourself and trust your gut. Find your people, find the people who will be there for you. Take your own time and find what helps you keep going." ~~ Katie Schwarz

EMAIL: [email protected]

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

Instagram: @livingaftergrief

Website: https://livingaftergrief.com/

click and schedule a complementary Hope

Podcast Guest: https://livingaftergrief.coachesconsole.com/calendar/podcast-interview-call