Hospital rooms are loud, overwhelming, and often filled with people who seem to know more than you. But here’s the truth: you are the expert on your child, your partner, your body — and your voice matters.

In this raw and honest conversation, Rachel and Shelby share personal stories from hospital stays that shaped them, broke them, and taught them what real advocacy looks like. From missed meds and middle-of-the-night decisions to learning when to speak up (and how), this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the medical world.

Whether you’re caring for a medically complex child or learning to advocate for yourself, you’ll walk away with practical tips, scripts, and a lot of solidarity.

💬 Let’s talk about the power of your gut instinct, the messiness of hospital life, and why asking the “dumb questions” might actually save the day.

How do you talk to a grieving friend? In our first episode, we dive into the well-intentioned but often hurtful things people say, and what to say instead. As med moms and grieving parents, we share personal experiences, community insights, and tangible ways to support loved ones navigating loss. No judgment, just real talk. 🤍

Listen in, learn, and let’s build a more compassionate world together.

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Welcome to Her Grief, Her Strength, a podcast born from friendship, resilience, and the raw realities of parenting through unimaginable challenges. In this debut episode, Shelby and Rachel, best friends turned co-advocates, open up about the journeys that brought them here.

Listen as they share their deeply personal stories of navigating medical motherhood, grief, and love. From Shelby's experience with her daughter Anna's multiple diagnoses to Rachel's path with Cassie and her battle with Krabbe Disease, this conversation is both heartbreaking and hopeful. You'll hear about the moments that tested their strength, the bond that kept them going, and the vision behind creating this podcast, a lifeline for parents and caregivers walking a similar path.

This is more than an introduction. It's a call to connection, understanding, and advocacy for all forms of grief and resilience. Whether you're a medical mom, someone experiencing loss, or just searching for a community that gets it, this episode lays the foundation for a space where everyone’s story is heard and validated.

Join us as we navigate grief, celebrate strength, and build a community where no one has to feel alone.