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Parenting after loss is a whole different level of hard.

You’re grieving a baby you don’t get to raise… and at the same time, you’re expected to keep showing up for the kids you already have. Get them dressed. Feed them. Play with them. Be patient. Be present. Be okay.

And if you’re anything like I was, that pressure comes with a crushing amount of guilt.

In this episode, I’m talking honestly about mom guilt after baby loss—especially when you’re parenting older children while your heart is shattered. I share what this season actually looked like for me after losing my twin daughters at 32 weeks, raising a five-year-old and a two-year-old, and feeling like I was failing everyone at once.

This is not a “do better” episode.
 It’s a permission slip.

Permission to lower the bar.
 Permission to be messy.
 Permission to stop expecting yourself to be the mom you were before.

I also walk you through a gentle do’s and don’ts list—not rules, just grounded reminders for getting through the days when everything feels impossible.

If you’ve ever thought:

• “My kids deserve a better mom than this”
• “I should be more grateful because I still have living children”
• “I’m failing the kids who are here because I’m grieving the one who isn’t”

You are not alone. And you are not doing this wrong.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why mom guilt hits harder when you’re parenting after loss
• The impossible pressure to “be okay” for your living children
• Why you cannot be the mom you were before—and why that’s not a bad thing
• How survival days still count as real parenting
• Why crying in front of your kids is not damaging them
• How guilt stacks on top of grief after stillbirth
• Simple ways to take care of yourself without adding more pressure
• What actually matters on the hardest days

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

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In this episode, I’m joined by Sabrina Weschler, co-founder of Cyclisity and niece of Toni Weschler, author of the groundbreaking book Taking Charge of Your Fertility. We’re diving into why understanding our bodies matters more than ever and how the knowledge in Toni's book (now celebrating its 30th anniversary!) inspired not only Sabrina's own fertility journey but also the creation of an app that puts the power of body literacy in your hands.

Sabrina shares how a dinner conversation with her aunt turned into a mission: to create a digital companion to the book that women could trust. And unlike other fertility apps, Cyclisity doesn’t predict ovulation—because that’s not how our bodies work. Instead, it uses the rules outlined in Toni’s symptothermal method to help women tune in to their own unique patterns, day by day.

We talk about the importance of understanding your cycle after loss, how grief and trauma impact hormones, and why this kind of body literacy is essential for anyone trying to conceive, avoid pregnancy, or simply understand their reproductive health.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• How Taking Charge of Your Fertility changed both of our lives
• What makes Cyclicsty different from other fertility apps
• Why predictive ovulation tracking can be dangerous—especially after loss
• How your cervical fluid and basal body temperature hold the keys to understanding your cycle
• How the symptothermal method works (and what the 4 FAM rules are)
• Why self-funded apps matter when it comes to protecting women’s data
• How trauma, stress, and grief can affect your cycle and ovulation
• What you can learn about your health from your charts—even if you’re not trying to get pregnant

Resources Mentioned:

• Cyclisity App: Download Here
• Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler
• Tempdrop wearable thermometer: https://www.tempdrop.com

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

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Today I’m talking about the version of self-care no one talks about: the version that feels impossible when you're angry with your body. When you feel like it failed you. When taking care of it feels like a betrayal.

After losing my twins, I didn’t want to nourish or nurture my body—I wanted to punish it. I felt disconnected from it, even disgusted by it. And I know I’m not the only one who’s felt that way.

So this episode is for you if:

• You feel betrayed by your body.
• You resent the idea of “loving” or “caring” for the thing that couldn’t protect your baby.
• And you’re wondering how to even start when you’re not ready to forgive.

I’ll walk you through 3 small, realistic ways to care for your body—even if you’re still angry with it. This isn’t about healing your relationship with your body overnight or pretending everything’s fine. It’s about basic survival care that keeps you functioning through grief... without guilt.

This is honest, gentle, and judgment-free. Just like you deserve.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why “self-care” feels triggering after loss—and what no one says out loud about it
• What I did when I was angry, disconnected, and done trying
• The difference between survival care, punishment, and neglect
• How to separate caring for your body from liking it
• The 3 most realistic, doable self-care practices I used (no bubble baths required)

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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New Year’s Eve. It’s supposed to be a celebration. A fresh start. A clean slate.

But when your baby died this year, or any year, stepping into January feels more like betrayal than a new beginning.

I remember this feeling so well. The pressure to toast at midnight, make resolutions, and somehow “move on” with everyone else. But all I could think was… how do I go into a new year without my baby?

In this episode, I’m talking about that strange ache so many of us carry into the New Year after stillbirth, the ache of leaving the year your baby lived in, and the fear that turning the calendar means leaving them behind.

You’re not alone in this. You’re not broken for feeling this way. And you absolutely can step into the new year without stepping away from your baby.

I’ll share stories from other moms, a few powerful reframes, and gentle ways to honor your grief, and your baby, while allowing yourself to move forward with love and hope.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why the New Year feels like an emotional landmine after loss
• What no one tells you about the “line in the sand” that the calendar creates
• How to carry your baby with you into the future... not leave them behind
• Real examples from moms who created their own quiet traditions for New Year’s Eve
• A powerful reframe on setting intentions vs. resolutions
• What to do if you're feeling pressure to "be better" or "move on"
• Small rituals to make this New Year more gentle and intentional

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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It’s Christmas Day. And whether you celebrate or not, this day has a weight to it that’s impossible to ignore.

The quiet feels louder.
 The joy around you feels sharper.
 And the absence of your baby feels overwhelming.

Today’s episode is not about fixing your grief or making today feel “okay.” It’s about sitting with you in it. Letting you know that you’re not wrong for how you feel, that your baby is remembered, and that there is room for all of it — anger, sadness, love, resentment, gratitude, and even moments of joy.

Christmas has a way of drawing lines in the sand.
 “My baby should be here.”
 “They would’ve been this old.”
 “This is not what I pictured.”

And when reality doesn’t match the picture you had in your head, it can feel devastating.

In this episode, I talk honestly about:

• Why holidays hit differently after stillbirth
• The guilt that sneaks in when you’re not joyful enough
• How joy and grief can exist at the same time
• Why laughing doesn’t mean you loved your baby any less
• And how to gently honor your baby today in a way that feels right for you

There is no right or wrong way to spend today.
 There is only your way.

And however you’re surviving this day — you’re doing it right.

SOS Coaching Session Link

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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The holidays can bring so many mixed emotions after the loss of a baby. While everyone else is decking the halls and expecting you to be “back to normal,” you might be wondering how to get through one more day pretending to be okay.

In this episode, I’m sharing what to do when the people you love — your partner, your family, your friends — just don’t understand the weight you’re carrying. And I’ll give you the words I wish someone had given me in those early days when the comments stung the most.

You’ll hear about the moment my own husband told me to “focus on the positive” just weeks after our twins were stillborn — and how that created a ripple in our relationship I didn’t know how to fix.

If you’re bracing yourself for the comments, the questions, or the awkward silences at family gatherings, this one’s for you. I’m walking you through real examples of how to respond with grace and protect your heart.

Here’s what we’re talking about in this episode:

• What to say when someone tells you to “move on” or “focus on the good”
• Why people say the wrong things — and why it still hurts
• How to respond when your partner avoids talking about the baby
• Setting boundaries during the holidays without guilt
• Finding your “safe circle” when your family isn’t it
• The surprising grief that comes from losing friendships and closeness
• Scripts you can use with your partner, your family, and your friends
• Why it's okay to say “I'm not ready” or “I'm not coming”

If you’ve ever felt invisible in a room full of people… you’re not alone.

This episode will help you find your voice, protect your heart, and navigate the people who don’t know how to hold your grief — even if they love you.

Resources Mentioned:
Free Workshop: www.navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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If you’ve ever sat in a room full of babies and felt invisible, jealous, or furious that everyone else seems to have what you lost, this episode is for you. I’m sharing real, raw stories from my own life and from my clients about what it's like to be surrounded by baby joy while you're carrying baby grief—especially around the holidays.

I want to help you navigate these family gatherings without feeling like you're unraveling. You’ll learn how to name your feelings, protect your heart, set boundaries, and stop apologizing for being human. Because the truth is, jealousy isn’t a flaw. It’s a part of grief. And you deserve to feel what you feel—without shame.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why jealousy, resentment, and anger are normal parts of grief
• What it really feels like to be triggered by other people’s babies
• A story that still stings me 26 years later
• How to protect your energy during family gatherings
• What to say when you just can’t show up
• The truth about bitterness, boundaries, and being kind to yourself
• A gentle way to talk yourself off the ledge when the emotions hit hard
• How to hold space for joy and grief at the same time

Resources Mentioned: Sign up for my free workshop: Practical Ways to Release Guilt and Navigate Grief After Pregnancy Loss
https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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The holidays are supposed to be magical, full of joy, family, and new traditions. But what happens when everything feels off—when all you feel is the gaping hole of what’s missing?

In this episode, I’m getting real about the pressure of the holiday season and how it can feel like the rest of the world is celebrating while you're just trying to survive. Whether your loss was recent or years ago, the holidays tend to shine a blinding light on everything that’s changed.

I share my own story of how I planned for a completely different Christmas—the one where I’d be welcoming twins into the world—and how that fantasy unraveled into heartbreak. This is the episode for you if you’re dreading December, overwhelmed by expectations, or wondering how to get through a season that was supposed to look so different.

We’ll talk about how to honor your baby in ways that feel right to you, how to set boundaries that protect your heart, and why it’s okay if this year looks nothing like the ones before.

You don’t have to perform happiness. You don’t have to fake joy. And you are not broken if all you want is to get through the day.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why the holidays make grief feel even harder
• The pressure to feel "blessed" when you're just surviving
• What to do when you feel resentful, numb, or triggered
• Permission to skip traditions and do things differently
• Small, meaningful ways to honor your baby this season
• How to prepare for emotional landmines and make an exit plan
• Setting boundaries about baby talk, announcements, and more
• The power of communicating your needs with your partner and family

Mentioned in this episode:
Join the free Rebuilding After Loss workshop on Thursday, December 4:
https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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I sit down with grief educator and author Melissa Hull, who shares the unimaginable story of losing her 4-year-old son, Drew, in a tragic accident. Melissa takes us back to that devastating day and opens up about the shame, guilt, and heartbreak that followed. Through her story, she shows us how grief can become a catalyst for growth, and how one letter from a stranger changed the course of her life.

Melissa also shares the heartbreaking journey through multiple pregnancy losses, her struggle to believe in herself as a mother again, and how she rebuilt her life, her identity, and her relationship with grief. She’s now helping others do the same through her books, her voice, and her mission to show that healing doesn’t mean forgetting. This episode is full of truth, tenderness, and hope for any mom navigating life after loss.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The morning of Drew’s accident and how it changed everything
• Living with overwhelming guilt, shame, and self-blame
• The unexpected letter that saved Melissa’s life
• Her heartbreaking journey through IVF and pregnancy loss
• Why she believed she didn’t deserve happiness
• The moment she decided to see herself with compassion
• Learning how to talk to herself like someone she loved
• How writing helped her process and heal
• What post-traumatic growth really looks like
• Rebuilding her identity and relationship with grief
• Finding friendship again with her ex-husband
• Why she doesn’t believe in apologizing for honoring your child
• The message she wants every grieving mom to hear

Resources Mentioned:

• Melissa's Website: https://melissahull.com
• Her book: "Dear Drew: Creating a Life Bigger Than Grief"
• Follow her on Instagram at: @melissa_hull_

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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We say "I'm fine" because it feels easier than explaining the truth. But what happens when you're not okay—and you keep pretending that you are? In this episode, I’m talking about what it really costs us when we hide our pain, especially around the holidays, and how we can start being more honest about what grief really looks like.

I share my own Thanksgiving story after losing my daughters and the moment I realized I was shortchanging my grief by trying to make everyone else comfortable. If you’re tired of putting on a brave face, this episode will help you feel seen and remind you that it’s okay to stop performing.

We talk about the disconnect between what people see and what you’re actually going through. The exhaustion of keeping it together. The fear of what might happen if you actually tell the truth. And why being honest about where you are is not only okay—but necessary.

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

• What pretending to be fine actually costs you
• Why people believe you're "doing better"
• How grief shows up behind closed doors
• The fear of judgment, breakdowns, and being seen as weak
• Why it's not your job to make everyone else comfortable
• How to start being more honest, even if it feels scary
• What happened when I finally shared how I really felt
• A gentle invitation to stop performing and let people in

Resources Mentioned:

• Join the Always Loved Club: https://navigatingbabyloss.com/club

https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshop

Free workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.

Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

• Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
• Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
• Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
• You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA