TW: Death/ Grief/ Loss

While many people are familiar with birth doulas, few have heard of a mourning doula: a holistically trained professional who offers support and focuses on the opportunity and life-affirming power of grief.

In this episode we have a conversation with our very first guest on the pod, Jokotifa Alaye, owner of Mourning Space, and talk grieving alongside parenting…both with actual deaths and also the concept of having “funerals” for pieces of yourself that you may need to let go of.

It’s a wonderfully enlightening conversation full of truthful moments, vulnerability and perspective shifts. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!!!

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

Jokotifa Alaye/ Mourning Space Website: 

https://mourningspace.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mourningspace/

Purchase “Fire Under the Night Sky: A Guide to Letting Go”, mentioned in this episode: 

https://mourningspace.myshopify.com/products/fire-under-the-night-sky

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Prior to finding their husbands and remarrying, Claire & Christina experienced being single moms with young children.

In this week’s episode they recount how they felt, what dating with little kids looked like and also share some fun stories of dating adventures, including the time Christina unwittingly went on a date with someone who’d done prison time…for MURDER!

It’s a wild one, strap in! 

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Always a fan of “keeping it real”, Claire & Christina share some recent motherhood confessions: things that they (and probably a lot of you!) do but don’t typically broadcast to the world.

From laundry baskets hidden in bath tubs, to throwing toys away on the down low, the moms bare all in this week’s episode. 

Do you have a mom confession?

Share with the class at [email protected] for a chance to be featured on the show!!!

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Claire & Christina share their take on the recent news headline that took MomTok by storm this week, involving financial guru Dave Ramsey.

The moms discuss his out-of-touch views and their experience of sky-high childcare rates, which have impacted the work-life balance for many parents. Christina also shares her tips for new-to-the-job stay at home moms, guiding them on how to maintain their sanity (most days!) and prioritize themselves in the thick of it. 

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Dave Ramsey Clip: 

https://www.tiktok.com/@daveramsey/video/7321742319999339807 

Page Turner Video (Mentioned in episode):

 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8vbemXL/ 

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Ahhhh, advice….sometimes you ask for it and sometimes (most times) you are given it regardless!!! Over the years Claire & Christina have sought counsel from seasoned mums and share some of the best nuggets to come from friends and family; from when to “call it” during a grocery store toddler meltdown to how to best guide your child’s unique identity while keeping their sparkle intact. And more!!!

Join the moms for an episode of laughter and tears and hopefully, wisdom. 

From the trenches,

Claire & Christina

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Intimacy is a vital part of any healthy marriage but is easier said than done, especially when you’re in the trenches of parenthood. As Mom & Dad, your relationship is rooted in teamwork and utility, bouncing off each other to make sure your children’s needs are met but…what about YOU??? How do you find time to keep the spark alive as a couple? On this week’s episode we share how we go from saying “hey dad” to “hey daddy ;)” to our partners and offer tangible tips on how you can do the same with yours!

From the trenches,

Claire & Christina

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EPISODE 15: Mom Fails

We’ve all had moments in motherhood that make you cringe in regret. That make you break into a cold sweat just remembering them. Ones that make you go “I am the worst mom ever!!!”.

In most social circles those memories are kept LOCKED UP, never to be brought up for fear of judgement, but at The Momversation Club we keep it real and we want you to know...we f*&k up too! Like a lot!!!!

Join Claire & Christina for an honest (maybe even TOO honest) convo about their biggest mom fails, in all their glory.

From the trenches,

Claire & Christina

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* TW: Pregnancy Loss*

Miscarriage is still one of those topics that gets pushed down and not talked about as often as it should, even though so many people experience it.

Studies show that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in a loss, so it’s very likely that you or someone close to you has experienced/ will experience a miscarriage.

In this episode, Christina openly shares her experience with recent pregnancy losses this past Fall, offering advice on how to support someone grieving in this sensitive time as well as sharing a real account of her healing process.

If pregnancy loss has impacted your life we hope you will feel seen in your experience as your listen to the show. 

Your village, 

Claire & Christina  

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For extra support, we have provided additional resources below. We hope they help and if you have any to add, please let us know!

Postpartum Support International
https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/loss-grief-in-pregnancy-postpartum
Support and resources to individuals and families through perinatal loss and bereavement coordinators. Offers an online support group to connect grieving mothers.
Pregnancy After Loss Support
https://pregnancyafterlosssupport.org
Online support group and resources.
Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support
https://nationalshare.org
Services include phone counseling, support groups, online communities, community events and online education.
March of Dimes
https://www.marchofdimes.org/complications/dealing-with-grief-after-the-death-of-your-baby.aspx
An educational site that explains what grief is, what it can look like among men, women and children and offers coping advice.

Miscarriage Matters
https://www.mymiscarriagematters.orgOnline support to those who have experienced pregnancy or early infant loss. 

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Being a parent to a neurodiverse child can be challenging, but something that often isn’t shared is the journey of discovering that your child might be “different”.

Fear…denial…eventual acceptance.

Every special needs mama has been there!

Join Claire & Christina as they dive into their first introductions to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), reveal their initial emotions, discuss how they navigate interventions and how their children have benefitted from the “label”. 

From the trenches,

Claire & Christina.

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Join us as we reflect on the year and share our personal growth in 2023, from career shifts to mental health breakthroughs...keeping it REAL (as always!) while also placing some resolutions for the year ahead. 

Happy New Year,

Claire & Christina.

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