*Content Warning* Infant and Childbirth loss. 

Friends, 

In this week's episode, I delve into the delicate topic of perinatal loss with bereavement doula and sociology professor, Dr. Abby Jorgensen. Discover how Dr. Jorgensen helps families navigate the process of forgiveness, and the complex emotions that accompany such profound loss.

We explore her unique role in supporting parents through the stages of grief, providing both emotional and practical support. Dr. Jorgensen shares her journey into this field, the intersection of her sociological expertise with her doula work, and the importance of validating grief in our society.

Learn about the resources available for grieving families, the role of siblings in the mourning process, and how men can also find space to grieve. Dr. Jorgensen offers insights into the nuances of grief support, emphasizing the need for compassion and understanding in the face of loss.

Whether you are seeking to understand grief better or looking for support, this episode provides valuable perspectives and resources to help navigate the difficult journey of perinatal loss.

Dr. Abby Jorgensen's Links and Offers:

To gain more bereavement support skills: What’s a bereavement doula? - bereavementdoulas.com 

Haven Bereavement Doula Q&A series in October: Bereavement doula q&a

Trainings: Trainings - bereavementdoulas.com 

A Catholic Guide to Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss: Compassionate Answers to Difficult Questions: Jorgensen, Abigail: 9781646802395: Amazon.com: Books 

Abby the Sociologist Doula – Childbirth education, birth doula, and bereavement doula services that are science-based and faith-informed 

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