In Episode 8, I am joined my wonderful partner Tom. In this heartfelt, and intimate conversation, Tom and I explore the profound journey of bereaved parenting following the loss of our first born son Dash, and what that has looked like as a bereaved father. We discuss the complexities of grief, the differences between our experiences, and the importance of community care and support.

Reflecting as a couple on the surreal moments surrounding Dash's birth and passing, and our hopes for the future as we begin trying to conceive again. Emphasizing the need for open discussions about loss, the fragility of life, and the importance of emotional connection in healing. Tom shares how Dash's passing forced him to redefine his role within the relationship, balancing the instinct to provide stability while processing his own emotions.

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Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.

If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.

The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.

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In Episode 7, Sia shares her powerful journey through pregnancy in Thailand during covid, and being faced with the devastating decision to terminate her daughter for medical reasons at 21 weeks due to hypoplastic left heart syndrome. Speaking with raw honesty, she reflects on the complexity of choosing her daughter Naomi’s peace over her presence—and the love, grief, and transformation that followed.From moving to Thailand to pursue her PhD, to navigating a turbulent relationship and a life-changing diagnosis, Sia invites us into her lived experience of motherhood, loss, and resilience. This episode is a testament to the strength of grieving mothers and the importance of open conversations around death, support, and healing.Follow Sia on instagram ⁠@alchemybyjayamaaFollow Sanamama on instagram @sanamama_____________Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.

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In Episode 6, Ash shares her story of birthing her second daughter Maple, strong of heart, who passed shortly after birth.

Ash shares her personal story of becoming a mother, including the challenges faced during her first daughter Olive's birth and the subsequent journey to conceive Maple, which included two early miscarriages. This conversation delves into the impact of birth experiences on both mother and child, the decision-making process surrounding birth plans, and the emotional turmoil faced during Maple's birth when she was unable to take an independent breath, and the hours and days that followed within the hospital.

This discussion highlights the raw and real aspects of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of community and support in navigating these experiences. Ash reflects on the vigil held for Maple, the significance of honoring her memory, and the need for systemic change in how child loss is handled by authorities. The conversation emphasizes the profound impact of loss on families and the necessity of open dialogue about grief and healing.

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Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.

If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.

The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.

If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.

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In Episode 5 of Sanamama, Madee shares her profound journey through motherhood, loss, and the complexities of grief. Recounting her experience of raising five boys, including the heartbreaking loss of two of them, Albert and Freddie. From the joy of pregnancy and birth to the heartbreak of stillbirth and neonatal loss, Madee speaks with raw honesty about grief, resilience, and the power of community support.

Together, they explore the trauma of navigating the medical system, making impossible decisions, and facing life after loss. Madee also reflects on the strength that motherhood demands, the tenderness of saying goodbye, and how she continues to show up for her living children while holding space for her spirit babies.

This episode is an offering of solidarity for anyone navigating child loss, a reminder that grief and love coexist, and that we are never alone in our stories.

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Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.

If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.

The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.

If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.

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In Epsiode 4, Sally shares her journey of free birthing her surprise twin sons, Dusty and Melvin, and the heartbreaking reality of losing them to TTS. She speaks on the raw grief of navigating their loss, the unexpected and brutal media storm that followed, and the road to reclaiming her truth and birth.

Together, we explore the sacredness of birth and death, the power of storytelling in healing, and the strength it takes to stand in your truth when the world tries to take your voice away. Sally reflects on her evolving connection to her sons in spirit, the wisdom they’ve gifted her, and the ways she now holds space for other mothers walking a similar path.

A conversation on loss, resilience, and the quiet yet powerful reclamation of self after everything has been stripped away. Emphasizing the need for compassion, understanding, and connection among mothers facing similar experiences. As well as the need for a balanced approach to healthcare that respects women's autonomy. 

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Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.

If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.

The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.

If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.

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In Episode 3, Noël shares her experiences of free birthing her daughter Edda, the heartbreak of losing her, and the transformative journey of conceiving again with her daughter Astrea. Noël shares her profound experiences of grief, motherhood, and the journey of healing through loss.

This discussion delves into the importance of spiritual protection during pregnancy, the power of storytelling and writing as a means of healing, and the creation of Saga Writers - a supportive community for women navigating grief and motherhood. Highlighting the beauty and complexity of life, death, and the connections that bind us together.

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Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.

If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.

The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.

If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.

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In Episode 2, we speak with Bianca and her journey of motherhood, loss, and healing. Bianca shares her experiences of losing her first child, Luna, and the subsequent loss of her second child, Atlas. The discussion delves into the emotional and physical challenges of navigating grief, the importance of support systems, and her journey through the NICU after the premature birth of her son Sage at 28 weeks. Bianca emphasizes the need for empowerment and understanding in the face of loss, and how she now helps other women through their own experiences of grief, motherhood and healing.

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Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.

If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.

The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.

If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In Episode 1 of the Sanamama Podcast, I share my birth story, and the unexpected death of my first born son Dash Ra. Born at 41 weeks, he took his last breath 7 hours after a blissful and uncomplicated free birth. What came next would be months of wondering if he could've been saved, navigating postpartum without my son, and finding out his cause of death 3.5 months after he passed. Honoring his life through ceremony and cremation and the motivation behind creating Sanamama.

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Thank you for listening to Sanamama. This space exists because the journey of motherhood, especially through loss is one no one should have to walk alone. If you’ve experienced baby loss, whether recently or long ago, please know that you are not alone.

If you’re here to listen, to learn, or to better understand, thank you. Talking about baby loss shouldn’t be taboo, and by holding space for these stories, we help break the silence.

The Sanamama Podcast discusses pregnancy, birth, loss, death and may contain conversations around autopsy and funerals. If any of these themes are triggering to you, please pause this episode and revisit it at a later date.

If today’s episode has triggered you or brought up any difficult emotions, please be gentle with yourself and do not be afraid to reach out to someone for support such as a trusted friend, a counselor, support group, or an organization that understands this kind of loss. You deserve to be heard, held, and supported.

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