Topics: infertility, adoption

This was my first episode recorded in-person and despite all the technical difficulties we faced, it was such a fun episode to record! Rebekah has been an amazing woman to be friends with over the past 5 years. She has such refreshing spiritual insight that has helped me in my own motherhood journeys. I remember coming to her when we were struggling to get pregnant the first time. She was a shoulder to cry on and gave me the exact words my heart needed to feel peace. I hope that you are just as comforted by her own story.

You can contact Rebekah here:

https://www.instagram.com/rebekah_perryman/

Check out the women's ministry we mention - Lane of Roses:

https://www.laneofroses.com/

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Topics: stillbirth, pregnancy after/during loss, faith, grief

It's very hard to believe that we have finally reached the end of season 1! Thank you to all those brave women that took the leap to tell their stories in this first season. I couldn't have done it without you.

Mary's story had so much to cover that you'll be hearing the second part today. Make sure you go back and listen to part 1 first to get the full scope of her story. I am so thankful she was open, vulnerable, and honest in spite of the loss she has faced in her life.

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Your story, no matter how big or small, matters here. 

Topics: stillbirth, pregnancy after/during loss, faith, grief

This is the first part of our two-part season finale! (How are we here already?!)

I only dreamed when I started this podcast that I'd meet complete strangers who would open up to share their story with me. Mary was the very first stranger-turned-friend to do just that.

I had no idea when I started this podcast that I'd have episodes that would span two whole parts! But Mary's story had so many ups and downs to it that you'll be hearing just the first part today.

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Topic: parental loss

In today's episode you'll hear yet another story that expands the reach of loss and how different it looks across motherhood. The emotion is raw and unfiltered.

My dear friend Annie may not have experienced the loss of a child, she has two beautiful little girls, but she lost a part of motherhood many of us take for granted: loosing your own mother in the process of becoming a mom herself.

Annie would love to hear about your similar circumstances:

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Topics: infant loss

I can't fully explain how proud I was of Tricia for stepping up and sharing her story. She's separated from her loss by multiple decades and yet you'll be able to tell that it's still very painful to share.

She hasn't let the taboo that some in her generation have placed on loss and how we talk about it from speaking up about her son and encouraging others that have gone through similar journeys.

You can reach out to Tricia here:

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: Patricia Stephenson

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Topic: miscarriage

I've been waiting a while for this story to air. I lived this story with my sweet sister-in-law since 2021 and we've become even closer through all the grief and pain we shared. Even though I was excited to share this story, it was the first time I had to pause and really ask myself if I could walk through and share all the pain in all the future stories I'd hear. I'm so glad I chose to live out this dream and share in the sorrow.

Did you know that 10-20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage? That makes this story one that I know so many of you will be able to relate to.

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Topic: mental health, health issues in pregnancy

Today's guest has known me longer than any other friend! We've been besties since 4th/5th grade and have been through more than our fair share of ups and downs.

Naomi's story expands the spectrum of loss to those that haven't lost a child, but have lost their ability to be a mother in the way they always dreamed.

You can reach out to Naomi on Instagram: @naomitanatty

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Topic: miscarriage

It's only right that the second episode of this podcast would be the very first person I told about this podcast idea. It was an idea that came to me in the shower and I immediately texted my bestie, Giselle. She's been a cheerleader ever since.

Her story is one that I know a lot of you will be able to relate to. The raw retelling of such a tragic story hit hard. I knew bits and pieces before hearing it here, but it was a completely different feeling sitting down and listening in this format.

You can reach out to Giselle on her Instagram: @mrs_g_hollie_

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Your story, no matter how big or small, matters here.