Hey there! Welcome to another episode of "The Underbelly," where we dive into the hidden stories and emotions that shape our lives. I'm Caitlin, and today we're tackling a topic that hits close to home for many of us: heartbreak and the journey to reclaiming our self-worth. You know, I just got out of a three-year relationship, and it was a rollerc…

"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to The Underbelly, where things get weird, wacky, and downright wild! I'm your host, your guide to the murky depths of the underbelly of society. Think of me as your very own superhero, but instead of a flashy suit and fancy gadgets, I've got a quick wit and a bad attitude, ready to tackle any topic with irreverence a…

Welcome to the Bermudian of America! Join us as we dive deep into the hidden and untold stories of society, exploring the strange, obscure, and influential facets of American culture. In today's episode, we're in for a dramatic and unsettling experience as we uncover the mysterious man from orbit shining in St. Francisco, Jordan, Virginia. Let's im…

Hey there! Ready to turn up the heat? 🌶️ Dive into our latest episode where we unravel the sizzling vibes of a summer night encounter that’ll leave you breathless. From cherry wine kisses to a wild Tennessee spirit, this story is all about passion and unforgettable moments. 🌙 Join us as we explore the magnetic pull of a flirty southern smile, a dyn…

Hey there, welcome back to the Underbelly Podcast! Today, we're diving into the captivating tale of Medusa, but with a twist - exploring the unexpected theme of love. Grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and join us as we unravel Medusa's story from a whole new perspective. From her tragic transformation to her lasting impact as a symbol of power a…

Hey there, friends! 🌟 In this episode, we're diving into some real-life advice straight from the heart. We're talking about the rules of life, love, and trust that we all need to navigate this crazy world. From relationships to self-love, we've got you covered. 💪✨ We'll break down the essential dos and don'ts, so you can keep your head high and you…

Hey friends! Buckle up for a raw, heartfelt chat with Smokey, who spent a staggering 22 years in prison. From his early days of trouble to his poignant reflections on family and freedom, Smokey opens up about life behind bars and the emotional rollercoaster of re-entering society. Discover his journey, the lessons he learned, and the love he holds …

Hey there, friends! Buckle up, because today we're diving into the underbelly of some heavy topics. We'll peel back the layers on the complex and often abusive relationships between pimps and prostitutes. Don't worry, though—it's not all dark and dreary. We'll also sprinkle in some mental health awareness and chat about whether fairy tale endings a…

Hey there, friends! 🌟 Ready to dive into a journey filled with resilience and recovery? Welcome to The Underbelly, where we peel back the layers on some of society's toughest issues. I'm Kat, your guide through the hidden worlds of underbelly crimes and the tangled paths of drug addiction. In this episode, we're shining a light on opiate addiction …

Welcome to The Underbelly, the podcast that dares to dig deeper into the darker side of humanity. Hosted by Kat, this episode dives into the seedy world of organized crime, exploring the notorious Pink Panthers and introducing a new player in the underworld, BOSS. Discover the jarring events and chilling stories that shape the criminal landscape. I…

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Welcome to the underbelly, a podcast that delves into the often hidden, dark side of life where survival is a daily struggle. In this raw and unfiltered episode, our host introduces the concept of the underbelly, a space where authenticity and navigation through life’s toughest moments are paramount. Our host shares personal stories of hardship, in…

Welcome to The Underbelly, the podcast that dares to dig deeper into the darker side of humanity. Hosted by Kat, each episode explores the untold stories, scandals, and conspiracies that most people shy away from. In today's episode, we dive into the shadowy world of organized crime, uncovering the notorious Pink Panthers and the brutal tactics of …

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After a chain of tragic events, Megan was consumed with grief and anger. Her mental health suffered. Yet this God she was angry with, whose existence she began to doubt, kept tugging at her heart. “I needed to stop blaming Him, and just start thanking Him.” This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run & IVF Giveaway is…

If your infertility story is more hurt than happy ending, Renee’s interview is for you. “As Christians we want to think that because God has a plan it makes [our loss] okay. It doesn’t mean we don’t hurt. It doesn’t mean we don’t say What in the world, God?” This is her story. Renee Evans leads our Infertility & Loss Support Group in Woodstock, Geo…

Rebecca Lemmon is part of our online support group. Her infertility story includes family tragedy, medical gaslighting, and brutal wisdom that can only come from brutal life experience. This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run & IVF Giveaway is October 28, 2023 in Baton Rouge! This is a community event to raise awa…

Megan almost died from treatment so often that she had to adjust her life insurance. She talks with Beth about divine appointments and phone calls that kept her going, and her mother’s intense “Mama Bear” prayers. “Focus on God, not the miracle that’s coming.” This is her story. You can find out more about Megan and her mission at yourfertilityadvo…

Kaitlyn shares her journey from surprising diagnosis to crisis of faith to positive pregnancy test, and what the relationships in her support group have meant to her. “The losses are harder, and the celebrations are bigger.” This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run & IVF Giveaway is October 28, 2023 in Baton Rouge!…

Hannah Davidson talks about the loss of the What If and living each day Even If. “I can’t put all of my purpose and all of my identity into being a mom.” This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run & IVF Giveaway is October 28, 2023 in Baton Rouge! This is a community event to raise awareness for infertility held by S…

Beth celebrates her birthday by sharing all the exciting events coming up from Sarah’s Laughter! ANNOUNCEMENTS: Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run & IVF Giveaway is October 28, 2023 in Baton Rouge! This is a community event to raise awareness for infertility held by Sarah’s Laughter. Since 2014, Sarah’s Laughter & its generous sponsors have g…

Infertility scarred Emily emotionally, physically, and financially. It also marked her with this truth: “Sometimes it isn’t about the answer to the prayer. Sometimes it’s more about what you learn while you’re waiting for the answer.” This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Beth’s newest book, Daily Double Portions, is now available in paperback and on K…

Ashley is a social worker, adoption advocate, and a pastor’s wife. She talks about the shock of broken dreams, how to spot an adoption scam, and the power of a pink puffer jacket. This is her story. Ashley’s blog: totellofmystory.com Ashley’s interview from Episode 50. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Beth’s newest book, Daily Double Portions, is now available in pa…

Leeann would start to pray and literally have no words. But she always loved music. She’s a music educator and even sang in a Super Bowl halftime show with Madonna. So when Leeann couldn’t find the words to speak to God, God sent a song to speak to her. This is her story. Post: Dear Lord, You Can Have This Baby by Brittany Allen ANNOUNCEMENTS: Beth…

Sarah always wanted a lot of children. Then one day she woke to the news that doctors had performed emergency surgery to save her life. This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Beth’s newest book, Daily Double Portions, is now available in paperback and on Kindle! Get your copy here. The Hope Narrative Infertility & Loss Conference in Atlanta, Georgia is …

Time and again, Trina knew something wasn’t right. Time and again, her self-advocacy fell on deaf ears. This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Hope Narrative Infertility & Loss Conference in Atlanta, Georgia is September 22–23, 2023. Register now at hopenarrative.org! Sarah’s Laughter is turning 20 in 2024. We’re celebrating with a Caribbean Cruise!…

Kara’s doctor told her, “There’s ten percent of my patients that I can’t help. Unfortunately, you guys are my ten percent.” This is her story. Links: Kara’s book Kara’s infertility support group in Marietta, GA ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Hope Narrative Infertility & Loss Conference in Atlanta, Georgia is September 22–23, 2023. Register now at hopenarrative…

Katie was done with fertility clinics and content with her family of three. Then she had a shocking phone call: “How would you feel about having a daughter?” This is her story. Katie’s previous interview. ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Hope Narrative Infertility & Loss Conference in Atlanta, Georgia is September 22–23, 2023. Register now at hopenarrative.org! …

Casey & Joel were young, fit, and assumed their path to parenthood was clear. Then Joel noticed something was off with his motor skills. “Not all tumors are created equal.” This is their story. Connect with Casey & the rest of the Sarah’s Laughter Online Support Group at sarahs-laughter.com/online. ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Hope Narrative Infertility & Lo…

When it comes to the infertility community, Shannon is like some shy superhero who didn’t realize she could lift a bus until she found herself thrown underneath it. “Infertility gave me a purpose.” This is her story. Links: Shannon co-leads the Baton Rouge PAIL (Pregnancy After Infertility & Loss) Group Shannon also makes amazing cookies! ANNOUNCEM…

Ashley mapped out each step in her infertility journey based on what would get her nearest the finish line. Yet she still found herself detoured into brutal choices along the way. This is her story. ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Hope Narrative Infertility & Loss Conference in Atlanta, Georgia is September 22–23, 2023. Register now at hopenarrative.org! Sarah’…

Kim Medina, our wonderful online support group leader, thought she was living her miracle baby redemption story, only to be surprised by postpartum anxiety & depression. This is her story. Links: Email Kim: kimberly.medina@sarahs-laughter.com Sarah’s Laughter Online Support Group Listen to Kim in Episode 82 ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Hope Narrative Inferti…

Recorded at Beth’s kitchen table, Jenn Rachal talks about the death of her brother, her ectopic loss, her brain tumor, and trying to do IVF during the Covid shutdown. This is her story. Want Beth to speak at your event? Contact us here. For more about Sarah’s Laughter, please visit our website at sarahs-laughter.com. You can follow us on social med…

Christine, a self-proclaimed “leaf-eating hippie from Texas,” leads our Sarah’s Laughter support group in College Station, Texas. She’s also written a book: Hope Does Not Disappoint. This is her story. Sarah’s Laughter Support Group - College Station, Texas Christine’s website: https://hopedoesnotdisappoint.com Christine’s book on Amazon Want Beth …

After Melissa resolved in her heart that she wouldn’t have a baby, she began to re-grieve the babies she lost to miscarriage. This is her story. Want Beth to speak at your event? Contact us here. For more about Sarah’s Laughter, please visit our website at sarahs-laughter.com. You can follow us on social media linked here: Sarah’s Laughter on Faceb…

Beth talks with Jenn Hesse & Kelley Ramsey about their new book, Waiting in Hope: 31 Reflections for Walking with God Through Infertility. It’s available everywhere April 11, 2023. For more about Waiting in Hope Infertility Ministry, please visit waitinginhopeinfertility.com. Want Beth to speak at your event? Contact us here. For more about Sarah’s…

Bridgette and Madison were best friends. Then sisters-in-law. One conceived. The other didn’t. Both were in for surprises. This is their story. The Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run is back—with an IVF giveaway plus family-building grants! Join us in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on November 12, 2022. Registration is open now at babystepsfunrun.com…

The facts made it impossible for Emma & Andrew to have a biological child. But they had faith that God promised them a child by name. Their struggle between faith and facts resolved in a way that shocked everyone, including Emma. This is her story. The Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run is back—with an IVF giveaway plus family-building grants…

Join your hosts Kaitlyn Bywater and Emma Gray as they chat with Liana Quinlivan. Liana is a single mum of 3.5 year old Hazel, a loss mum after having to Terminate For Medical Reasons (TFMR) during her 1st pregnancy with a baby they named Audrey dot and a midwife. Liana worked as a bereavement midwife for 9 years and she shares all of this with us. …

Katie & Hunter shine a light on the dark places of their infertility journey. “I never imagined that walking into a Sunday school with smiling friends and happy babies would feel like walking into battle.” This is their story. Katie’s support group info: visit fbcw.org/wednesdays Scroll down & click “Co-Ed Classes” look for “Wonderfully Made” The B…

At 32 and around 6 weeks ago our podcast co-host bestie Kaitlyn Bywater was diagnosed with Autism and ADHD. In this episode Kaitlyn shares her journey to diagnosis with us and how she is feeling about the diagnosis now! As always, we would love to hear what you think about the episode. Get in touch, drop us a DM and be sure to check out Spewy! Epis…

Between ages 12 & 30, Linley had 17 D & Cs or laparoscopies to remove endometriosis and cysts. “When you’re having to literally pass your children, and your mom is having to hold you up so you can… I hit rock bottom.” This is her story. The Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run is back—with an IVF giveaway and multiple family-building grants! Jo…

Our guest today, Alice Swain, hails from Cheshire County England. Get ready to be encouraged–and possibly shed a tear or two. “My value isn’t in being a mother. It isn’t in being a wife. But it’s being a daughter of God.” This is her story. Alice’s Support Group Alice’s blog Alice’s book Interview with Beth & Alice’s mutual friend Emma Bustard, epi…

Hannah Smith talks about the win-win of embryo adoption, and how unaddressed issues surrounding infertility affected her marriage. “When you don’t take the garbage out, it starts to stink.” This is her story. The Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run is back—with an IVF giveaway and multiple family-building grants! Join us in Baton Rouge, Louisi…

From the time she was a twelve-year-old babysitting in Brazil, Kim knew she wanted to be a mom. At 30, she was still waiting. This is her story. You can find out more about Kim—including her book and her podcast—by visiting kimpatton.com. The Baby Steps Infertility Awareness Fun Run is back—with an IVF giveaway and multiple family-building grants! …

Join your hosts Emma Gray and Kaitlyn Bywater for a chat with Llani Hill. After suffering most of her life from mental health disorders Llani is using her lived experience to create programs and events that empower women with information and access to resources in her business ‘the intentional weekend’. Llani discusses - birth trauma - depression a…

50% of mothers suffer with chronic exhaustion 85% of mothers report feeling unsupported 90% of mothers report feeling lonely and isolated As a society we’ve never been busier or needed to be more ‘on’ but we are living in western culture in a village-less society. In this episode your hosts Emma Gray and Kaitlyn Bywater chat to Kate Harrison from L…

Join us this week for a new snack episode and a really important topic we think should be on the agenda for every antenatal appointment; matrescence. We talk about what matrescence is, what it looks like for women and how we have experienced and navigated the transition to motherhood. Alexandra Sacks Ted talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/alexandra_s…