Loss Mama, this is your invitation to transform your healing journey. In this heartfelt episode of the Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Mary shares her profound journey of grief after losing her daughter, Rachel, 42 years ago. Through her experience at the Gathering Hope conference, she emphasizes the importance of community support for mothers who have experienced baby loss. The conversation explores the unbreakable bond of motherhood, the significance of sharing grief, and the healing power of tears. Mary encourages others to embrace their vulnerability and seek connection with those who understand their pain.

Gathering Hope's national loss mom conference is a collective experience where you will encounter a community that eagerly welcomes you, discovering a true sense of belonging amongst other miscarriage, stillbirth and infant loss survivors. Learn more about Gathering Hope's mission and register for our upcoming Gathering at www.gatheringhope.org. 

Many thanks to Jessica Latshaw, TJ Taormina and Mary Smith for their contribution to this special episode.

Who we are:  Gathering Hope is a movement empowering women to grieve and celebrate the lives they lost together, with other mothers. We help loss moms overcome loneliness & find healing in community. 

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Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

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This is Part 2 of our interviews with Michael and Mariah Cason. In this heartfelt episode, Peyton sits down with Mariah to talk about her journey of motherhood after loss. Mariah opens up about the devastating loss of her firstborn son, Reagan, and how she has navigated grief while raising her daughter, Eloise. She shares the emotional decisions she made, including keeping Reagan’s nursery open, and the impact of loss on her relationships, faith, and personal growth.

Throughout the conversation, Mariah emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our children, breaking the stigma surrounding pregnancy loss, and creating spaces for grieving mothers to feel seen and supported. She offers insight into the unique challenges of motherhood after loss, the power of community, and the hope she has found in her healing process.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Miscarried Hope by Rachel Lohman
• Unimaginable: Life After Baby Loss by Brooke D. Taylor
• My Friend Jesus and Me by Michael Cason

Connect with Mariah and Michael:

• Mariah on Instagram: @mrsmariahcason
• Michael on Instagram: @iammichaelcason

Join us for an honest and emotional conversation about love, loss, and the strength found in remembering and honoring our children in Heaven.

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Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this heartfelt episode, Peyton sits down with Michael Cason to discuss his journey through fatherhood, faith, and grief after the stillbirth of his son, Reagan. Michael opens up about the often-overlooked grief that fathers experience, the challenges of navigating loss while supporting a grieving spouse, and the role of faith in his healing journey. He also shares practical insights on the importance of community, healthy outlets for processing grief, and how he honors Reagan’s memory.

Michael serves as a pastor at Grace Community Church in Sarasota, FL, where he helps others grow in their faith while walking through life’s challenges.

This is Part 1 of our conversation with the Cason family—be sure to tune in for Part 2, where we sit down with Mariah to hear her perspective on motherhood after loss, carrying both sorrow and joy, and the healing power of connection.

Mentioned in this episode:

• It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa TerKeurst
• Elevate Him Conference
• XO Marriage Conference
• My Friend Jesus and Me by Michael Cason

Connect with Michael & Mariah:

• Michael on Instagram: @iammichaelcason
• Mariah on Instagram: @mrsmariahcason

Join us for an open and meaningful discussion about love, loss, and the strength found in sharing our stories.

Support the show

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this conversation, Markesha Tisby shares her journey through parenthood, loss, and healing. She discusses the challenges of raising children, the impact of literacy and education, and her personal experiences with miscarriage. The conversation delves into the complexities of grief, the intersection of race and maternal health, and the importance of community support. Throughout, Markesha emphasizes the possibility of being both hurt and hopeful, and the need for understanding and compassion in the face of loss. Markesha and Peyton also discuss the challenges faced by Black women in maternal healthcare, the importance of creating safe spaces for grieving mothers, and the need for community support. They explore the emotional journey of loss, the significance of partnership in navigating grief, and the hope found in shared experiences. Markesha shares her personal journey, emphasizing the value of representation and the healing power of connection within the community, particularly through events like the Gathering.

If you’ve been inspired by this conversation and want to join us at Gathering 2025, visit our website at https://www.gatheringhope.net/gathering-2025 and use promo code SISTERHOOD for $15 off your ticket.

Thank you to Milk Couture Co. for supporting this episode and for their beautiful work in creating keepsake jewelry that helps families hold onto their precious memories forever. Visit Milk Couture Co. to learn more about their custom pieces and create your own keepsake today.

Connect with Markesha:

• Facebook: Markesha Luckett Tisby
• Instagram: MarkeshaTisby
• X: Markesha Tisby
• LinkedIn: Markesha Tisby, M.Ed
• Bluesky: markeshatisby.bsky.social

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Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Ally Loupe, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in pelvic health, birth doula, and co-creator of Move Through Motherhood. Ally opens up about her personal journey as a mother to two daughters on earth and one sweet baby in heaven, sharing her heart for helping women heal both physically and emotionally after miscarriage and infant loss. Through her movement and recovery program, she offers essential tools for moms to navigate their postpartum journey. Join us as we discuss pelvic health, the importance of movement in healing, and Ally’s inspiring work with women through all stages of motherhood.

Resources Mentioned:
Move through Motherhood
Move through Motherhood: Miscarriage and Loss (Free Resource)
Instagram:
@prettypelvis.dpt
@movethroughmotherhood
@genesisptwellness

Support the show

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, we chat with Samantha McCabe, founder of Harper’s Hands Counseling and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate. Samantha shares her personal story of infant loss and how it inspired her to help other moms navigate grief and trauma. As a worship pastor and mother of three, she reflects on balancing faith, family, and her counseling practice, offering heartfelt insights and hope for those on a similar journey. Join us for an honest and healing conversation with a woman passionate about loving and supporting others through life’s toughest moments.

Support the show

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alyson Brown and Kelsi Cole, the founders of Foreknown Ministries. After experiencing the unimaginable loss of their babies, born still just two weeks apart, Alyson and Kelsi transformed their grief into a mission to support other parents walking through the devastation of losing a child. Through Foreknown Ministries, they provide hope, community, and education, ensuring that no grieving parent feels alone. Join us as we discuss their personal journeys, the questions that led to Foreknown’s creation, and their mission to equip healthcare professionals, pregnancy centers, and churches with tools to 'do grief better.' This episode is a heartfelt exploration of friendship, faith, and finding purpose in pain.

Resources Mentioned:
Foreknown Ministries
Text Support - 719-626-8486
Journey to Joy - study for women
Through the Valley - study for men
Foreknown Men
Compassionate Care Resources

Winning the War With Your Mind - Craig Groeschel

Support the show

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, we welcome Heather Butler, author of the poignant book "That Side of Heaven," which chronicles her personal story of loss and the stories of other mothers who have faced similar heartache. Heather's writing delves into the depths of grief, motherhood, and the beautifully messy aspects of life, offering hope and understanding to those navigating similar paths.

Heather opens up about her journey, sharing how she finds solace and strength in nature, through fishing and camping adventures with her husband and their four children. She also honors the memory of her two precious babies on that side of heaven, Lavender and Pine, whose presence continues to inspire her work.

Passionate about supporting and walking alongside other women grieving the loss of their babies, Heather brings a wealth of compassion and empathy to her advocacy. She discusses the importance of community and shared experiences in the healing process, offering valuable insights and encouragement to our listeners.

Join us for an intimate conversation with Heather Butler, as we explore themes of love, loss, and the enduring power of connection and support in the face of profound grief.

You can find more about Heather and her work at www.thatsideofheaven.com and follow her on Instagram at @thatsideofheaven.

Resources Mentioned: 

• That Side of Heaven, Heather Butler
• Gathering Hope

Support the show

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kelly Jean-Philippe, a devoted husband to his wife Rose and a loving father to their two sons, Julius'Camillo and Eden. Their family story, however, is marked by profound loss as Kelly and Rose have endured the heartbreak of five miscarriages. Kelly shares his deeply personal journey through these experiences, shedding light on the often-overlooked perspective of fathers who suffer from miscarriage.

With warmth and sincerity, Kelly discusses the emotional toll of their losses and his mission to raise awareness about the dad's experience of miscarriage. He highlights the lack of support and resources available to fathers during such difficult times and emphasizes the need for change. Kelly's advocacy work extends to cohosting the Miscarriage Dads podcast, where he and his cohost aim to humanize the experience of miscarriage by creating a space for open and honest conversations about its impact on fathers.

Join us as we delve into Kelly's story, exploring the resilience and strength that come from facing unimaginable grief and the importance of community and support for dads navigating the pain of miscarriage. This episode is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the critical need to support all parents through their journeys of loss and healing.

You can find more about Kelly and his work at themiscarriagedad.buzzsprout.com and follow him on Instagram at @TheMiscarriageDads.

Resources Mentioned: 

• The Miscarriage Dads Podcast
• Still Parents Podcast
• No Matter How Small, Patrick & Kristen Riecke

Support the show

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, Victoria Renken, a perinatal therapist and mother, shares her journey with her daughter, Lily. Victoria, who specializes in grief, loss, and rare diagnoses in motherhood, opens up about her experience navigating the complexities of Lily’s congenital diaphragmatic hernia and the unexpected emergence of HELLP syndrome. Join us as Victoria discusses the intersections of grief and professional expertise, the comfort found in unexpected places, and her enduring love for Lily.

• Getting Grief Right, Patrick O'Malley
• Holding on to Love After You've Lost a Baby: The 5 Love Languages for Grieving, Gary Chapman & Candy McVicar
• And if You Can't, Sydney N. Hatcher
• Brave Lament, Andrew & Christy Bauman
• Prayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep, Tish Harrison Warren
• victoriarenken.com
• Instagram @counseling.with.victoria

Support the show

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected].

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.