Are we back together? Are we not? Does this busy mom of two littles who's also a part time masters student have time for these shenanigans? Definitely not, but here goes!

I randomly got the podcast bug this week and decided to post this not-so-scary Halloween episode just for kicks and giggles.

We aren't back for good and it won't be a consistent thing, but I missed ya'll so this is just a little something for now.

I'd love to hear what you thought of the episode! Leave a comment below or contact us on Instagram or through our email.

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As the season finale for what could be a really long break I am super excited for a bit of a different episode.

Ljuba and I have been best friends since about 2015 when I first moved to Lexington. We were at the same church and had a very close knit group of friends. Despite many of those friends moving and drifting away we have remained as close as ever.

Our friendship has only deepened over the years through my loss and just navigating adult life together. I am so excited for you all to get even just a little glimpse of her amazing mind when it comes to all things babies and mamas.

So without further ado let’s jump into our season 6 finale with the one and only Dr. Ljuba Mirsky! 

DISCLAIMERS:

• None of this is meant to be taken as direct patient advice, and Dr. Mirsky always advises you to check with your doctor when it comes to choices that may affect your health.
• Dr. Mirsky's answers to these questions all stem from her education and experience - she has not necessarily previously researched these topics in depth. So please take everything with a grain of salt.

Resource:

• ACOG.org

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Topics: miscarriage, child loss, Leigh's disease, stepparents, faith

Having Molly on the podcast has been a dream of mine ever since I read her book, The Moon Is Round, twice! I randomly won the book at a raffle at some women’s event having no idea I would some day talk with the author about the rollercoaster of her motherhood story. She is an expert at telling her story and it was wonderful to hear where she is now 10 years separated from her loss. I hope you enjoy this conversation between two Kentucky girls who are also loss moms. Let’s jump right in! 

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Facebook

Resources:

Grief Share

The Moon Is Round

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Topic: genetic disorder, developmental delays, Xq27-Xq28 deletion

I am so glad Maleah and I finally got to sit down and talk through her story. It took us what felt like forever to finally get together, but I’m so glad we did. Our conversation was the perfect ending to my podcast recording journey. I’m so glad we added this memory to our friendship. Her story is a bit different from what you usually listen to on this podcast so let me know what you think by reaching out on our Instagram. Let’s jump into Maleah’s story together! 

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Topics: miscarriage, late term loss

This was my last remotely recorded episode and I’m so thankful to be ending on such a great note. Ashley and I met through our mutual bestie Giselle. Ashley was also on the top of our list we made so long ago of women who might eventually share their motherhood stories. I’m thankful that we finally were able to talk through her painful, yet beautiful story. So many of you in our motherhood community are going to know exactly what Ashley went through and be able to sympathize like few others can. So without further ado let’s jump into Ashley’s story. 

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Topic: infant loss

I will give ya’ll a heads up today. This episode is a pretty heavy one. If you aren’t in the best head space to listen to an infant loss story I’d suggest waiting til you’re ready. But if you have walked this story of loss you will feel Shauna’s tears on a deep, deep level. She shares the devastating loss that landed her in this community and brought her to our podcast. Even in the midst of her tears she does share the hope and joy that a rainbow baby can bring along with the joy of a loving family. So if you’ve got those tissues handy, let’s jump right in!

You can reach out to Shauna here:

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Topics: miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, chemical pregnancy

Yay for our second Canadian guest! I just love the fact that this community is spreading so far and wide. I couldn’t have never imagined the wide-reaching impact all these stories would have had. And Gen’s story is no exception. I am so proud of Gen for stepping up to the plate to tell her story of loss especially since she does not yet have her happy ending. Maybe by the time this story airs things will be different, but at the time of our recording in the fall of 2024 she was still holding out hope. I know you’ll be encouraged by her strength as you listen today. So let’s jump right in! 

You can reach out to Gen here:

Instagram

Resources:

PAIL Network

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Topics: stillbirth, miscarriage

Like so many of these stories I’ve heard, Amy has taken her grief and losses and turned them into hope and courage for other women like herself. I really enjoyed our conversation and clearly saw how passionate she is about sharing her story and helping others through their own grief. I think you’ll be just as encouraged as I was after hearing this conversation. Let’s jump right in!   

You can reach out to Amy here:

Listen to her podcast: Smooth Stones

Instagram

Resources:

Teeny Tears

Topics: infertility, adoption, surrogacy

I can’t remember the last time I laughed this much during an interview. I have never heard a story like this one. We bonded over motherhood, our journeys, and reality TV. If you’re a DWTS fan that was and still is our shared loved. We’ve kept in touch off and on since we recorded and I’m reminded once again the amazing friends that I have gained out of this podcast. I didn’t know that I’d have friends for life that were once strangers facing loss just like I was. I hope you are able to laugh and cry right along with Rachel and I as you listen today. Let’s just right in! 

You can reach out to Rachel here:

Instagram and Threads: @rachel_mangahas

Join her email community 

Listen to her podcast

Resources:

Dr. Aimee - The Egg Whisperer

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Topics: stillborn, late term loss

If you missed the first part of Michelle’s story make sure to go back and listen to last week’s episode. In that episode we heard the heart of her story and loss. Today we’ll touch more on the different aspects of her loss and how it effected her life. Again, I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and hope you do too! Let’s jump right in! 

You can reach out to Michelle here:

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Here are the resources she mention:

https://www.abbyloopers.org/

https://www.amazon.com/Holding-Love-After-Youve-Lost/dp/0802419402

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