We are here to love, support, and dignify the women and families who have suffered early pregnancy loss. Through story-telling and educational interviews the Hope Blooms podcast helps us build a community so that no one suffers miscarriage alone. Hope Blooms is a production of the Early Pregnancy Loss Association.
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A podcast which talks about my university experience so far!
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Moms Actually is a motherhood community that aims to redefine motherhood and break away from the unhealthy expectations society has placed on women. Our community provides spaces for women to authentically relate to each other in a society that often prioritizes appearances over genuine experiences. We host a visual podcast that addresses the experiences of womanhood, sisterhood and motherhood through candid and transparent discussions We have discussed a range of topics, including marriage, ...
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Send us a text A miscarriage is a significant physical and emotional event for a woman and her family. Often under prepared and under informed women experience miscarriages without the right supplies or information. EPLA is committed to distributing our miscarriage care kits at no cost to families or providers. We seek to help bear the burden of gr…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #62: Garrett Henry, Chase Garcia, and Nations Nations.
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I talk with my good friends Garrett, Nations and Chase about the friendships we've made and shows we've done.
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Resource Spotlight: Missing Pieces Support Group
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Send us a text This week we sit down with Jamilah Robinson, the co-founder and Executive Director of Missing Pieces Support Group in Houston, Texas. EPLA is excited to highlight this organization as our missions are quite alike! It is the mission of Missing Pieces to bring awareness to pregnancy loss by providing community support, resources, and c…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #61: Sequoia Valverde, Maddie Kimmel, and Leilani Rodriguez
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My friends asked me to record an episode past midnight, so this is what that is. Enjoy! :)
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Send us a text In this episode we briefly summarize what's in both sizes of our Miscarriage Care Kits (small for after a loss is completed or post-D&C or large for an expectant or at-home miscarriage). If you or someone you know would like a kit, please visit https://www.miscarriagecare.com/care-kit-request.html Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog F…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #60: George Vagujhelyi
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I talk with my good friend George about his time at USC, his roles in Much Ado and Dance Nation, and his time with the Trojan Men.
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Send us a text Early Pregnancy Loss Association's treasurer, Abby Strehle, tells the story of her miscarriage, which was also her first pregnancy, and how she was an EPLA "success story," as she was connected to our organization and provided with a Miscarriage Care Kit soon after her loss. Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog Facebook Instagram: @ear…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #59: Daniel Marable and Tripp Carrington
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I talk to 2 presidents......I've made history.
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #58: 21rst Birthday
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I turn 21!!!
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Miscarriage Stories: Haley Naida (From the Archives
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Send us a text Only a few weeks into her first pregnancy, Haley Naida was surprised to discover she was experiencing a Missed Miscarriage. The following days, weeks, months, and years brought grief and confusion as she and her husband muddled through the spiritual, emotional, and physical suffering. But they also experienced great hope and healing …
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Hey Ma! Our season finale features the incomparable Tabitha Brown 🥳🥳🥳 We talk about EVERYTHING. Please tune and let us know what you think of the episode. ★ New Episodes are released on Thursdays on YouTube and Podcast Platforms. ★ Did You Like What You Heard? Please Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe! ★ Interested in advertising? Email: heyma@moms…
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Send us a text As we approach Mother's Day many mothers are left grieving the children they never knew. Miscarriage not only robs us of our child's life, but sometimes it feels like it can rob us of our motherhood. You are a mother. Your motherhood began at conception. If you are suffering this time of year know that both Bereaved Mother's Day and …
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How to Find Yourself (Again) Ft. Monica Style Muse
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Hey Ma! We had a candid conversation with our special guest, beauty influencer, Monica Style Muse. We talk about grief and loss, relationships and confrontation as well as motherhood and self-image. We are talking to Monica about: Embracing her postpartum body to regaining confidence in herself. Changes in our identities The challenges of finding p…
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Send us a text Ten years ago our co-host, Emily, discovered that her first child, affectionately known as Baby, no longer had a heartbeat. It was the end of April and she and her husband were looking forward to a new house, new job, and new baby, only to be told Baby had died. While Emily has told her story before this episode specifically remember…
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Hey Ma! This week Ashley West, you may know her as @SouthernWestSunshine, joins us on the couch sharing her journey from 9-5 working mom to how she built a new career from being a viral sensation. In this episode we talk about: the realities of motherhood the adjustments we make to keep our marriages thriving amidst motherhood and careers the daily…
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A World Where No One Suffers Miscarriage Alone
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Send us a text Emily and Steph talk about a world where no one suffers miscarriage alone. What does that look like? How do we help women and families? What can we do to make this world a reality? Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog Facebook Instagram: @earlypregnancylossassociation Twitter: @miscarriagecare Email: Miscarriagecare@gmail.com P.O. Box …
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How Can Motherhood Change Your Life Ft. Lizzy Mathis
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In this episode, we explore motherhood and its challenges with our guest is Lizzy Mathis, host of The Cool Mom Podcast and host of the TV show Honest Renovations with Jessica Alba. We discuss: How motherhood shows us how to value ourselves How we become like our parents Ups and downs of motherhood Miscarriage experiences Changing the societal norms…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #57: Devin Harris and Henry Parker Elder
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I interview seniors Devin and Henry and talk about the shows they've been in for the past year.
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #56: Emily Pember and Zoe Hosley
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I talk to my grandmothers about the internet, teas to drinks, and movies to watch when you're bored.
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #55: Jordyn Holt, Sydney Goldstein, Claire Tablizo
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I interview trio Jordyn, Sydney, and Claire and reflect on life itself.
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Send us a text After suffering and recovering from miscarriage many women and families experience an urge to help others. In this episode Emily and Steph talk about ways to help your community, ways to help EPLA, and ways to meet the needs of other women and families suffering miscarriage around you. Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog Facebook Inst…
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How to Turn Your Dreams into Reality Ft. Liane V Benjamin
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Every mom knows the juggling act of work-life balance is not easy, it's our daily reality. Our guest, Liane V Benjamin joined us to share her honest take on following your dreams, relationships and motherhood. In this episode, we discuss: Her journey over the past decade How she worked hard to get to a life she visualized Her Christianity Her advic…
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Miscarriage Reflections: Sitting with the Grieving
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Send us a text Grieving is hard and when our friends are grieving we often want to fix it. But does that really work? So if we can't fix grief, how do we help women as they walk through miscarriage? We personally loved this little video about grief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2zLCCRT-nE Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog Facebook Instagram: @…
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How to Reconnect with Yourself Ft. Raye Boyce
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Feeling lost in motherhood? Ever wish you could rewind or compare experiences on equal footing? Join us as we discuss these relatable struggles with Raye Boyce (@itsmyrayeraye), beauty and lifestyle influencer who shares her insights on: Navigating the identity shift: How motherhood changes us and the emotions we rarely discuss. Body image and soci…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #54: Lewis Oliveras and Lexey Glouberman
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I interview iconic duo Lexey and Lewis and talk about why they are considered honorary BFA Musical Theatre seniors by most folks.
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How to Set Healthy Boundaries Ft. Massy Arias
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Ready to be read for filth?? But in a good way… 👀 This conversation with Massy Arias, a health and fitness coach, is as real as it gets. If you want to figure out how to make positive changes in your life.. this will change your life.. We talk about: Massy’s experiences with pregnancy, fitness, and body image, and how they've shaped her personal gr…
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Miscarriage Grief in the New Year: Moving Forward Does Not Have to Mean Moving On
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Send us a text The holiday season is over and 2024 is now on a roll. Christmas trees have been cleaned up and the family rooms reset to their "normal" arrangement. But what if life doesn't feel normal yet? What if you aren't ready for it to feel normal. While we often look to a new year with hope and anticipation, this can be particularly difficult…
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The Reality of Being an Influencer Mom Ft. Brooke Ashley Hall
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Ever wondered how influencers balance the perfect image with the actual realities of life? Brooke Ashley Hall opens up about the balancing act of authenticity versus picture-perfect moments in life. Brooke shares her personal experiences, from motherhood to the connections that ground her. We discuss: blended families the pressures of maintaining a…
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Send us a text The emotional, spiritual, and physical burden of miscarriage are painful enough. Then, often as women are starting to feel a little better the bills start coming. Medical expenses can start to add up quickly. Depending on the her physical needs a bereaved mother might face bills for ultrasounds, emergency room visits, surgery, ambula…
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Season 4 Premiere: How to Find Yourself After Motherhood Ft. Megan Ashley
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Raise your hand if you love Megan Ashley! (We have 4 hands raised over here). Season 4 of Moms Actually is kicking off with Megan Ashley. We got to sit down with Megan a few weeks before she launched her podcast, “In Totality”, and we were able to talk about: Motherhood, Judgement and Expectations The Impact of Identity on Women The Importance of S…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #53: Mackenzie O' Conye and Berri Harris
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I interview seniors Macko and Berri to talk about a variety of topics. Eventually we get derailed and chaos ensues.
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Send us a text Steph Gordon joins us to share her story of loss. From the moments she started bleeding, to taking misoprostal, and the days and weeks afterwards, the memories remain clear for Steph even though her loss happened over a decade ago. Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog Facebook Instagram: @earlypregnancylossassociation Twitter: @miscarr…
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MA Top 12: It's Giving Fatherhood (S3 Ep.6)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- Are you ready to redefine fatherhood? That’s the question we tackle …
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MA Top 12: #FightLikeAMom Ft. Verlonda Jackson (S3 Ep.3)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- What happens to a mother's world when tragedy strikes and she loses …
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A Blue Christmas: Dealing with Miscarriage Grief at Christmas
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Send us a text Grief can sneak up on us during what we might have always known as the happiest time of the year. Emily and Maria remember their first Christmases after loss. Emily felt deep sadness missing her baby, Maria suffered missing her baby bump. Whatever it is something is missing and something is not right. If you are grieving this year we…
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The Juicer Podcast Episode #52: Bruno Koskoff and Max Kranzler
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I interview my friends Bruno and Max to reflect on 2023.
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MA Top 12: Cutting Ties Ft. Jade Godbolt (S3 Ep.2)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- When the spotlight fades and the applause dies down, grappling with …
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MA Top 12: A Lot Can Happen in a Year (S3 Ep.1)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- We take a nostalgic trip back in time, reminiscing about our first e…
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Infant Death in Puritan New England, The Poetry of Anne Bradstreet
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Send us a text Anne Bradstreet weathered the harsh New England Winters and the hard life of starting a society in the new world. America's first poet, Bradstreet chronicles the joy and pain of her life experience. While she never lost any of her own children - she suffered the grief of infant death losing several of her grandchildren. Her poetry po…
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MA Top 12: And Just Like That Ft. Emily B. and Taina (S2 Ep.8)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- Imagine having your first child as a teen and then, decades later, p…
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- We are unraveling the complexities of social media and its ever-grow…
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Send us a text Emily and Maria take time to give thanks for all of the blessings we have at the Early Pregnancy Loss Association this year. We are especially thankful for our listeners and we wish you a gentle holiday season full of healing and hope. Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog Facebook Instagram: @earlypregnancylossassociation Twitter: @mis…
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MA Top 12: Strong as a Mother Ft. Virginia Thornton (S2 Ep.2)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- Join us for a candid conversation that promises to reveal the true l…
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MA Top 12: What About Your Friends (S2 Ep.1)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- Ever wondered how motherhood impacts your friendships? Join us as we…
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Handling Death: A Brief History of Grieving Rituals and Human Mourning
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Send us a text Women suffering early pregnancy loss are often unable to bury their babies, especially in cemeteries. This can be for many reasons sometimes they are unable to collect the body, the body was needed for testing, or they do not have the resources available bury their little one. Many women aren't even given the information necessary to…
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MA Top 12: Flaws and All Ft. Tamar Braxton (S1 Ep.8)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- Join us for a heartfelt conversation as we welcome celebrity multi-h…
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MA Top 12: Infants and Intimacy Ft. Tammy Franklin and Carrington Franklin-Nakwaasah (S1 Ep.7)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- Do you feel like intimacy is a distant memory after having kids? Joi…
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Miscarriage Stories: Kathryn Wales (From the Archive)
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Send us a text For Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month we are resharing the special story of Kathryn Wales and her sweet daughter Theodora. This episode originally ran September 20, 2022. ------- Kathryn joins us to share her story of the death of her dear Theodora at 16 weeks gestation. While miscarriages most commonly occur during the first…
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MA Top 12: Marriage + Motherhood Ft. Erica Campbell (S1 Ep.4)
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Hey Ma! We’re hitting rewind and spotlighting our "MA Top 12" — the standout episodes from our first three seasons of Moms Actually. From October 12 to December 28, don’t miss the moments that defined us. Join us as a we take a trip down memory lane as we prepare for Season 4. --- Have you ever questioned the fine balance between marriage, parentin…
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Send us a text For a long time myths and misconceptions have haunted women suffering miscarriage. In this episode Emily and Maria tackle some these frustrating lies that pollute the miscarriage conversation. People Have Misconceptions About Miscarriage, And That Can Hurt Miscarriage Resource Packet Find us any time: Hope Blooms Blog Facebook Instag…
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