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A podcast by two bereaved fathers discussing baby loss from a dad's perspective.
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Still A Part of Us: A podcast about pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and infant loss
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Still A Part of Us: A podcast about pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and infant loss
Winter Redd and Lee Redd
Still A Part of Us is a place where moms and dads can share the birth story of their child who was stillborn or who died in infancy. #stillmychild #pregnancyloss #stillbirth #infantloss #SIDS
This podcast is for you if you’ve experienced challenges on your pregnancy journey such as pregnancy or infant loss, infertility, health conditions that impact fertility, a traumatic pregnancy or birth, etc. My name is Natalee Facey and I’m a mom to two angel babies, Resilience Coach, Birth Doula, and Inner Healing Guide. I believe that any experience that brings us unimaginable pain also has the potential to connect us to our deepest source of power. My work is to walk with you through it a ...
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Chasing Rainbows: Journeys Through Infertility
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Chasing Rainbows: Journeys Through Infertility
Chasing Rainbows Podcast
Building a community for those struggling with infertility by sharing candid discussions about pregnancy loss, infant loss and conception.
In The Midst is the podcast of the Joyful Like Maggie ministry. Beginning with the tragic and unexpected death of our 10 year old daughter, Maggie, we talk about how our Christian faith as parents and a family relates to grief, child loss, suffering, the difficulties of life, and carrying the cross in general.
I’m baaack! In this episode, I share the deep journey of release, healing, and rebirth that 2022 brought me on. It was nothing I expected and everything I needed! That journey also created clarity and spaciousness for the rebirth of our online community. Check out the episode to learn more! Support For Your Journey: Learn more about this beautiful …
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A Fathers Love | Stillborn at 26 weeks
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Rob tells us about his beautiful son, Liam Mateo, who was stillborn at 26 weeks. Rob recounts how he and his wife Genevieve were excited to welcome in their little son. Rob tells us about the pain and sorrow of when they gave birth to their stillborn son. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stori…
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Little Liam Mateo | Stillborn at 26 weeks
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Mother Geneviève tells us about her beautiful son, Liam Mateo, who was stillborn at 26 weeks. She recounts the joy of finding out that they were pregnant and the horrors of having to part with a beloved child. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward producti…
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Adalyn's Birth Story | Stillborn at 37 weeks
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Megan talks with Winter about her beautiful daughter. Adalyn Grace was stillborn at 37 weeks and delivered via Cesarean section. Megan tells us about about having to be on bed rest due to a short cervix and the complications that came because of it. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We…
Mother Ryannah shares with us a letter she wrote to her son Jayce talking about the love and pains she has had during her pregnancy and his birth. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a P…
As we draw a close on 2022 and Season Two of the Dad Still Standing podcast, Matt & Liam reflect on what has been a crazy year for the pod. It wouldn't be an end-of-season show without inviting some special guests along for the sleigh ride (apologies in advance the show is littered with puns). So, the dads are joined by four previous guests who hav…
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Dad Still Standing
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Sharing is Caring: an episode for friends and family
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For most of us, we can probably think of a friend or family member who could have done more to support us or was that little bit better after our loss. But due to a lack of knowledge or thoughtfulness or experience, they just weren't there when we needed them. Well, after a suggestion from one of our listeners...we've done something different with …
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My Beautiful Son | Stillborn At 20 Weeks
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Mother Ryannah tells us about her beautiful son Jayce, who was stillborn at 20 weeks. She tells us about the joys of becoming pregnant and the deep sorrow of finding out about the loss of her sweet baby boy. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production…
For some, the terrible fate of our babies death was inevitable. For many others, our tragedies avoidable. Medical science and our understanding of the human body has come on leaps and bounds; with research at the very core of how we improve patient care and provide the right advice throughout a pregnancy. However, despite an advancement in research…
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A Letter To Herself | A Mother Of Stillbirth
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Larileah reads a letter she wrote for herself to us about all that will happen after her own stillbirth. She talks about the love she has for her son, Jason Matthew Joseph, who was stillborn at 24 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and…
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A Tiny Little Angel | Jason Matthew Joseph Stillborn at 24 weeks
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Larileah talks with Winter about her sweet son Jason Matthew Joseph, who was stillborn at 24 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be provi…
🕯Wave of Light 🕯 The last episode in the BLAW specials and it’s all about the #WaveOfLight. If you don’t know what the Wave Of Light is, then you will in about three minutes as the dads discuss the finale of BLAW which takes place on Saturday 15th October 2022 at 7pm. In this episode Matt & Liam chat about what the culmination of Baby Loss Awarenes…
Getting out the 💩 zone You know what it can be like at times… f#@king miserable. Well, in this episode the dads discuss how you can get yourself out that shit zone when you find yourself struggling. It also contains hints and tips as Matt and Liam draw on their own experiences of picking themselves up and flipping the switch on their grief. They'd …
👀 Seeking and giving support 👏 Day three of the Dad Still Standing BLAW specials, in this episode Matt & Liam discuss how to go about seeking support if you’re struggling with the complex emotions that come with this week. The dads also discuss the best ways to check in on those you think might be struggling and how to go about asking for support i…
👍🏼Dos and Don'ts 🙅🏻♂️ The second episode of the Baby Loss Awareness Week specials sees the dads discuss the dos and don’ts of navigating BLAW. This week can be an especially emotional and overwhelming time for baby loss parents, and so Liam and Matt talk about acknowledging your emotions, having a drink, and whether or not Matt is boring. They'd l…
BLAW SPECIALS It’s Baby Loss Awareness Week, as if you didn’t know already, and the dads have decided to do something a little different. As great as baby loss awareness week is for raising awareness it can be exhausting and overwhelming for those dealing with the grief of baby loss. Matt and Liam decided that they’d help their listeners through it…
Liz talks with Winter about all the ways she has been able to "mother" her stillborn daughter Aaliyah. She is part of the Push For Empowered Pregnancy organization https://www.pushpregnancy.org/ and she is also the founder of Aaliyah In Action https://www.aaliyahinaction.org/ which provides care packages for parents who will leave a hospital withou…
Easily one of our most requested subjects to cover, TFMR or terminating for medical reasons is an area the dads have not experienced personally. However, joining them for this week’s episode is Emma Belle from TFMR Mamas, who since her own loss has been an inspirational advocate and provided support to 1000s of parents who have had their own TFMR. …
There's probably not an episode where the dads haven't discussed how your mental health is altered after losing a child. So, with that in mind, Matt & Liam have decided to spend this whole one talking about the effects, both positive and negative on a dad's mental health. Also, in a returning segment for the show, they asked dads to send them a mes…
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Rest In Peace, Sweet Aaliyah | Stillborn due to a placental issue
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Liz tell us of her wonderful daughter, Aaliyah and her impact this little baby girl had on her parents and the world. Aaliyah was stillborn due to her placenta being too small and "outgrowing it." Liz talks about the joy of finding out that she was pregnant. How the pregnancy was a "perfect" pregnancy. The horror of having to go to the hospital to …
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Father of Little Jacob Tells of His Life Story | Stillborn At 37 Weeks
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David talks with Lee and us about his sweet little Jacob, who was stillborn at 37 weeks. David talks about the pregnancy of his wife, Becky, finding out about Jacobs death, and all the little things that are associated with his wonderful son. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We apprec…
The dads have a very special episode this week as they’re joined by US host, comedian, writer, producer and entertainment reporter Paul Costabile. Paul and his wife Christina Perri have had two losses with their most recent being their daughter Rosie in November 2020. The three dads discuss all things baby loss, and despite being thousands of miles…
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Preparing For Pregnancy After Loss
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Ep 43: Healing Relationships with Compassionate Communication
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I consider myself a life-long learner, so it means a lot when I say that Compassionate Communication or Nonviolent Communication (NVC) has been one of the single most important practices I’ve learned. As my teacher, Steve Torma, puts it, Compassionate Communication isn’t just a tool for communication but a shift in consciousness. I’ve referred Comp…
Whether you call them anniversaries or birthdays, marking each year after your child has passed will be emotionally fraught. Anxiety about what the day will feel like; nervous for how family and friends will react; differences of opinions on how to celebrate their life. In this episode Matt & Liam discuss what it is like approaching the first birth…
After the stillbirth of her son Jacob, Becky wrote a poem about her feelings and thought. She so beautifully reads this poem for us. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Leg…
We’ve all been triggered at some point since our losses and in this episode, Matt & Liam talk through some of those potential triggers and how to prepare yourself for them. However, while we know that some triggers can be seen in advance, we also are well aware that they can come out of nowhere and slap us right in the chops! So, the dads discuss c…
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Little Sweet Jacob | Stillborn At 37 Weeks
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Becky tells us about her sweet 3rd child, Jacob who was stillborn at 37 week. She talks about her family (husband and 2 daughters) and how they were so excited to welcome him into the world. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting cost…
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Thriving in Pregnancy After Loss Workshops: July 2022
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If you’re currently pregnant and feel as though you’re holding fear and anxiety in your body, this month’s workshop is for you. Two sessions are being held: the first on Weds, Jul 20 at 7PM ET is for pregnant women/people and the second on Sat, Jul 30 at 1PM ET for pregnant women/people and expectant parents in general (invite your partner!). In th…
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Helpful Advice From A Mother Of Loss | Mother Maud and Daughter Clelia
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Maud talks with Winter about what has helped her after the stillbirth of her daughter, Clelia. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing …
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Ep 42: Rada's Story - IVF, Pregnancy After Loss, & Inner Healing
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In this episode, Rada, a client of mine, reflects on our time working together and the impact that had on her pregnancy journey, inner healing, and her relationships. She shares: - Feeling discouraged to try again after her losses even though she wanted to grow her family - The difference between listening to the podcast and being in a session - Th…
In this episode, the dads discuss how baby loss changes you as an individual, for both better and worse. They also chat about the search to find and adapt to the 'new' you following your child's death. This 'new' you can be a positive and a negative, and we've reached out to our incredible listeners for some examples, so this episode features a few…
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Our Beautiful Daughter Clelia | 23 Week Stillbirth Due To Fetal Toxoplasmosis
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Maud tells us about her beautiful daughter Clelia who was stillborn due to fetal toxoplasmosis. The joy of finding out that they were pregnant was too short, and the pain of having to decide how to proceed after the terrible news that she had died. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We …
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What Faye has done for me | Reflection of a stillbirth mother
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Katlyn reflects on what she has felt and done after the stillbirth of her daughter, Faye. She talks about how she has a drive to help other mothers and parents that are experiencing situations like hers. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and…
The dads are back after a little hiatus and returning for an episode all about coping with Father's Day. Whether it is your first Father's Day after losing your baby or your 20th, the emotions can still feel the same. So, alongside delving into their own experiences, Liam and Matt chat through the best ways to cope with the pressures the day can br…
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Faye: Stillborn at 36 weeks | She Will Always Be Our Little Angel
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Katlyn tells the story of her sweet little angel, Faye Nicole who was stillborn at 36 weeks due to a cord accident. Katlyn regales us with the wonderful early pregnancy which turned into a tragic and heart felt telling when she learned that her daughter had passed away in utero. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued p…
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Ep 41: Birth Story - Birthing in Community with Tia DeShazor
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I had the pleasure of working with Tia during her pregnancy as her “space-holder,” resource-connector, co-strategist, and emotional healing guide. I’ve been excited to share our follow-up conversation because Tia’s story is such a powerful example of what’s possible when pregnancy and birth are supported by community—family, friends, and profession…
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Ep 40: Meet Birth & Postpartum Doula, Kris Bailey
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Today’s episode features one of my favorite Birth & Postpartum Doulas, Kris Bailey. Knowing that you can add a Birth and Postpartum Doula to your birthing team helps to take the “scary” out of childbirth. And so, I’m thrilled to have Kris share more about how doulas can improve your birthing experience. Kris is also the founder of Birth Sent Lisi, …
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Advice To Myself | What I Would Tell Myself After My Stillbirth
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Francina talks to her past self on what she has learned in this short time after his sons stillbirth. Even though it is still so fresh and heavy, Francina talks about the love and peace she has found. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and ho…
These words are in honor of the “other mothers”…those on the not-so-easy pregnancy journey whose stories I’ve had the privilege of holding sacred space for. If today’s episode resonates with you, please share it with someone else whose motherhood journey might have been different from the one that’s often celebrated, but who knows themself to be a …
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Rest In Peace, Little Lorenzo | Stillborn Son
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Francina tells us of her beautiful baby son, Lorenzo who was stillborn. She shares the lave she has for him, and the pain she has gone through this last year in mourning her son. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you…
How do you use your painful experiences to give birth to a more powerful version of you? It's not only possible, but it's the transformation your life has been asking for. This level of inner healing may have felt out of reach if you haven't had the right tools and support. In this recording, I share: An invitation to join me for the Rebirth Group …
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Elowen's Stillbirth Story | Stillborn at 34 weeks
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Chris tells of his daughters stillbirth story. Elowen was born asleep at 34 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of th…
Tate reads the letter she wrote to herself following the stillbirth of her daughter Elowen at 34 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be p…
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Ep 38: Embodied Healing with Thérèse Cator
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I thoroughly enjoyed today’s soulful conversation with Thérèse Cator. Thérèse is one of my teachers and mentors, and her work has guided me in walking the path of my own calling with more clarity and confidence…in being able to do the work beneath the work. To know her and share space with her is a gift. In this episode, we discuss: - What led to h…
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Elowen's Story | Stillborn at 34 weeks due to a true knot
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Mother Tate tell us of her sweet baby Elowen and her stillbirth at 34 weeks due to a true knot in the cord. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll …
In this episode of the podcast, the dads discuss an important part of the grief journey - how we say that final goodbye to our babies. Depending on your circumstances and type of loss, you may or may not have had to plan a funeral for your child. Matt & Liam discuss both of these experiences, having held funerals and not held funerals for their chi…
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THE NEIGHBOR | BY: LINDSAY, MOTHER to MIA WHO WAS STILLBORN AT 23 WEEKS
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Written and performed by Lindsay, the mother to Mia who was stillborn at 23 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of th…
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6 Tips For Surviving the Loss of a Baby to Stillbirth | Advice from Loss Parents
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Parents Lindsay and Cody share the 3 most helpful things that have helped them cope, mourn, and grieve the loss of their daughter Mia, who was stillborn at 24 weeks. They also include 3 tips to family and friends who are helping and supporting a mom or dad whose baby died either from stillbirth or who died in infancy. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffe…
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Dad Cody talks about the birth of his daughter Mia, who was stillborn at 23 weeks
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Cody tells us of the story of how he and his wife welcomed their baby girl Mia into the world and also how they mourn her passing. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legac…
Self-love is hard for most people. It isn’t a practice that’s encouraged in our culture. Instead, we’re continually fed messaging about what’s wrong with us and what we need to change to reach a certain standard. Now, when you’ve gone through a loss or infertility diagnosis, self-love feels even more out of reach. And yet, it is THE single most imp…
