Best Sharna Southan Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 52. Embracing Holistic Healing: Louise Siwicki's Journey from Infertility to Empowerment 55:40

4h ago55:40

55:40

Welcome to the "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss" podcast. In this episode, we are joined by the inspiring Louise Siwicki, a global award-winning holistic fertility specialist, hypnotherapist, and miracle mindset coach. Louise & I will also be a part of the FIRST EVER - Australian Fertility Summit - where you can still get your tickets: http…

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Ep 51. Day One: Mastering Emotional Literacy – The Foundation of Healing 48:29

6h ago48:29

48:29

Welcome to a special episode of our podcast, where we dive deep into the crucial first day of our 5-Day Holistic Pregnancy Loss Retreat. (Grab the replays to listen to Day 2-5 HERE ) Today, we're focusing on Emotional Literacy, an essential skill for anyone seeking to support and understand those navigating the complex journey of pregnancy loss. Ep…

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Ep 50. Honouring Liam's Legacy: A Father's Journey Through Grief and Healing 39:25

19d ago39:25

39:25

In this heartfelt episode of the "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss" podcast, host Sharna Southan sits down with Chris Wood, a father who has faced immense challenges and loss. Chris shares his profound journey through fertility issues, multiple miscarriages, and the neonatal loss of his son, Liam. With raw honesty, he discusses the emotional…

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Ep 49 PART TWO with Tara Accardo: Navigating Grief and Transformation 40:53

1M ago40:53

40:53

PART TWO. If you haven't listened to Part One, I encourage you to check that out & come back. Welcome back to the "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss" podcast for the second part of our enlightening discussion on grief, healing, and personal transformation. In this episode, we dive deeper into the journey of grief, exploring the power of journ…

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Ep. 48 - PART ONE - Grief into Purpose: Tara Accardo's Journey from Loss to Healing 41:03

2M ago41:03

41:03

PART ONE - with Tara Accardo In this heartfelt episode, Shana Southan, the host of "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss," is joined by the inspiring Tara Accardo. Tara shares her deeply personal journey of losing both parents to cancer within six months and the subsequent emotional turmoil she faced. She discusses how she found her way through …

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Ep 47: Rachel Schaben's Journey Through Pregnancy Loss 53:50

2M ago53:50

53:50

Welcome to the "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss" podcast, hosted by Sharna Southan. In this heartfelt episode, we are joined by Rachel Schaben, a cosmetologist from Lincoln, who shares her profound journey through multiple pregnancy losses, the loss of her nephew, and her path to finding purpose in helping others. In This Episode, We Discus…

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Ep 46. Embracing Life Beyond Infertility With Charlie Dice 48:50

3M ago48:50

48:50

Welcome to Episode 46 of the "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss" podcast. In this heartfelt episode, we explore the challenging yet transformative journey of moving beyond infertility. Join us as we discuss the emotional and mental shifts that come with embracing a life unexpected, featuring insights from those who've walked this path. Episod…

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Ep 45. Navigating the Journey Through Pregnancy Loss and IVF with Erika 1:02:51

3M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

In this profoundly touching episode of "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss," our compassionate host, Sharna, welcomes Erika, who courageously shares her heart-rending yet ultimately hopeful journey through infertility, IVF treatments, and pregnancy loss. For the first time, Erika recounts her path to motherhood, highlighting the critical role …

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Ep 44: From Loss to Leadership: Kate Carson's Healing Journey 24:40

4M ago24:40

24:40

Ep PART TWO. If you haven't already, tune into Part One HERE Join us for a powerful episode where host Sharna Southan sits down with Kate Carson. Transitioning from a career in science to a love, sex, and relationship coach, Kate's journey is a testament to resilience and transformation following the heart-wrenching loss of her daughter at 35 weeks…

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Ep 43: Navigating Love, Loss, and Reconnection with Kate Carson 53:20

4M ago53:20

53:20

Ep 43. In this profound episode of join us as we explore Kate Carson's heartfelt journey from the depths of grief to becoming a beacon of hope for others. Once a scientist and engineer, Kate's personal tragedy led her to redefine her life's mission, becoming a certified love, sex, and relationship coach dedicated to supporting grieving parents and …

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42. Part 2: Navigating Common Myths of TFMR with Sabrina Fletcher 36:35

5M ago36:35

36:35

On today’s episode, I am sharing part 2 of Sabrina’s episode. We talk more about the emotional complexities of pregnancy loss, challenging myths and misconceptions of TFMR. We share how the decisions that are made around these losses are made with deep love and responsibility and not taken lightly. This conversations highlights the psychological im…

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41. Part 1: Navigating Common Myths of TFMR with Sabrina Fletcher 42:08

5M ago42:08

42:08

On today’s episode, I am speaking with Sabrina Fletcher, a Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) doula. She opens up about the loss of her second baby through a medically necessary termination. Sabrina shares about the isolation that she felt and the absence of support during her time of loss, which inspired her to build a community for others exp…

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40. Unleashing the Healing Power Within: Womb Healing and Energy Balancing with Helen Baker 31:10

5M ago31:10

31:10

Welcome back to another episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss podcast. On today’s episode, I have Helen Baker on to dive into the role of energy healing in supporting women through the emotional and physical challenges of infertility and pregnancy loss. Helen is the founder of Immersion Healing, and she is bringing her expertise in…

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39. Creating Compassionate Rituals for Pregnancy Loss with death doula, Leah Noel 39:48

6M ago39:48

39:48

Hello beautiful souls! On today’s episodes of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss podcast, I have Leah Noel on to explore the often-overlooked grief of pregnancy loss. We discuss the societal discomfort with death and share more about the need for better support and validation for those affected. Leah is a death doula and she shares her tho…

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38. Finding Hope and Healing: A Conversation with Claire Khalifa About Parenting After Loss 45:15

6M ago45:15

45:15

Welcome beautiful souls to another episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss podcast. I have Claire Khalifa on today to share more about her personal experiences with pregnancy loss, including a missed miscarriage and a medically advised termination. We discuss the emotional challenges of navigating pregnancy and parenting after loss. …

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37. Honouring Your Baby on Your Birthday 10:40

6M ago10:40

10:40

Hello beautiful souls! On today’s episode, I am sharing how to compassionately celebrate a birthday while honouring the memory of a lost baby. I offer ideas such as creating a memory box, lighting a candle, and releasing balloons to remember your baby. I share more about self-care, the uniqueness of the grieving process, and the importance of reach…

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36. Navigating the Emotional and Mental Toll of Recurrent Miscarriages: Insights and Tools for Healing with Lisa McCarty 51:20

6M ago51:20

51:20

Welcome back to another episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss podcast, Today I am interviewing, Lisa McCarty, about her personal experiences with fertility challenges and recurrent miscarriages. She shares the tools that helped her navigate these times. We also discuss the importance of self-advocacy in women's health and the value…

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35. "I'll just ignore it" 15:17

7M ago15:17

15:17

Welcome back to another episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss Podcast. Today I am sharing with you the negative impact of ignoring or suppressing emotions. It’s so easy after a loss to try to ignore the pain and sometimes that is what we have to do in the short term, but over time it can have a negative impact on your physical and …

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34. Part 2: Healing Trauma - Unleashing the Power of the Nervous System with Sarah Rollins 23:25

7M ago23:25

23:25

Hello beautiful souls! Thank you for joining me for another episode today as I share part 2 of Sarah Rollin’s episode. If you haven’t listened to part 1, be sure to check that out before diving into today’s episode. In today’s episode, Sarah and I discuss more about the healing journey after pregnancy loss. We emphasize the importance of finding th…

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33. Part 1: Healing Trauma - Unleashing the Power of the Nervous System with Sarah Rollins 37:29

7M ago37:29

37:29

Hello beautiful souls! Welcome back to another episode. On today’s episode, I have Sarah Rollins, a licensed clinical social worker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. We are diving into the topic of healing from the trauma associated with pregnancy loss. She shares more about somatic therapy and her own journey with trauma. Together, we talk mo…

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32. Tips for Navigating Christmas After Loss 14:49

7M ago14:49

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Christmas can be a hard time of year when you have experienced a pregnancy loss. In this episode, I am giving you advice on navigating the Christmas season after experiencing your pregnancy loss. I encourage you to acknowledge your emotions, communicate your needs, and choose which traditions to maintain. I also emphasize the importance of self-car…

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31. How Can Somatic Movement Help Recalibrate Your Nervous System After Pregnancy Loss? With Jordana Toback 49:02

7M ago49:02

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How can somatic movement help recalibrate your nervous system after pregnancy loss? On today’s episode, I have Jordana Toback on. Jordana is a somatic movement coach. She works with people to recalibrate their nervous systems so they can create safety and containment in their bodies. We discuss the importance of the nervous system in fertility and …

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30. Precognitive & Pre-Developmental Trauma After Pregnancy Loss 24:55

8M ago24:55

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On today’s episode, I’m discussing the impact of pregnancy loss on parents and children - more specifically pre-cognitive and pre-developmental trauma and it’s effects. Trauma can affect parents’ emotional state in future pregnancies and can manifest in children in various ways. It’s important to acknowledge this trauma and seek support to process …

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29. Part 2: The Most Powerful Ways to Heal Birth Trauma for Mothers, Babies, and Fathers with Susan Ross 42:21

8M ago42:21

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This episode is part 2 of last week’s episode so be sure to tune in to part 1 before diving into this one! Susan and I continue our discussion on the impact of trauma, specifically on pregnancy loss and termination. We dive into the detrimental effects of labeling and explore the potential of hypnotherapy in the healing process. Susan explains the …

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28. Part 1: The Most Powerful Ways to Heal Birth Trauma for Mothers, Babies, and Fathers with Susan Ross 37:10

8M ago37:10

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I have Susan Ross, a nurse and founder of the Birth Right Training Academy , on today to share more into healing birth trauma. We dive into her extensive experience in healthcare, her deep passion for supporting birthing women, and her expertise in healing birth trauma. Susan emphasizes the significance in addressing trauma before subsequent pregna…

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27. Is Pregnancy Loss a Trauma That is Often Overlooked? 15:55

8M ago15:55

15:55

Is pregnancy loss a trauma that is often overlooked? In today’s episode, I am diving into the topic of trauma, specifically focusing on pregnancy loss as a form of birth trauma. This trauma is often minimized and can lead to women who have experienced this internalizing their pain. I share research with you that says that 1 in 3 births could be cla…

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26. How Do Children Understand and Cope with Grief? with Jessica Correnti 38:38

9M ago38:38

38:38

How do children understand and cope with grief? I have brought on a children’s grief expert and Child Life Specialist, Jessica Correnti, to share her experiences and insights on helping children cope with grief. This was part of a guest expert interview that is part of the Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Program. She discusses the importance of acknowl…

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25. I Was Triggered By the Word "Heartbeat" 10:15

9M ago10:15

10:15

On today’s episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss Podcast, I am sharing my personal experiences with the word “heartbeat” and how that word can be so triggering, especially after the loss of my father and my miscarriage. I talk about how I’ve been able to transform the energy and the associations tied to this word for me, from pain …

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24. Ectopic Pregnancy & the Signs to Look For, Missed Miscarriage, and Pregnancy After Loss: Dr. Shafiqah Nasir’s Story 36:47

9M ago36:47

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Dr. Shafiqah Nasir, a UK-based medical doctor and founder of Perinatal Empowerment, is on the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss Podcast today to share her story. She shares about her ectopic pregnancy and the signs to look for, her missed miscarriages, and navigating pregnancy after loss. She shares the importance of seeking help and allowing…

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23. How Our Bodies Remember Loss 10:39

9M ago10:39

10:39

In today’s episode, I discuss the topic of grief and how our bodies remember loss even before we can consciously realize it. I share my personal experience with this when I experienced my loss. I explain the concept of explicit and implicit memories. It’s important to not bypass our emotions because our bodies always remember. Allow yourself to go …

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22. Advocating for Rainbow Babies and Pregnancy After Loss with Grace Peterson 49:03

10M ago49:03

49:03

In today’s episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss Podcast, I introduce Grace Peterson. Grace shares her experiences as a first-time mum to a rainbow baby, sharing the need to raise awareness about pregnancy after loss. She shares about the lack of understanding and support from medical staff, as well as the emotional toll of her pre…

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21. The Healing Power of Anger: Beneath the Iceberg 10:51

10M ago10:51

10:51

In today’s episode, I explore the topic of anger and its connection to loss, specifically in the context of pregnancy loss, infertility, and trying to conceive. I challenge the idea that anger is always negative and instead view it as a valuable tool for understanding boundaries and values. I encourage you to dig deeper into your anger, recognizing…

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20. Understanding the Role of Methylation in Pregnancy and Loss with Cliff Wilde 52:21

10M ago52:21

52:21

Hello beautiful souls! This was an interview that I did during my Summit in 2020. In it, I interview Cliff, who shares his personal journey with health issues and how it led him to become knowledgeable about pregnancy loss and fertility. We discuss the importance of questioning the medical narrative, the methylation system in our bodies, and the im…

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19. How Your Gut & Brain Affect Your Healing 17:52

10M ago17:52

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Welcome back to another episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss Podcast. Today, I am sharing more with you about the gut-brain connection and it’s importance in healing and recovery after pregnancy loss. I explain the role of gut bacteria, the impact of stress on digestion, and how emotions can affect the gastrointestinal system. It …

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18. Emma Grenfell's Story of Pregnancy Loss, Trauma, and Postpartum Psychosis 46:15

10M ago46:15

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In this episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss Podcast, I am interviewing Emma Grenfell, a survivor of postpartum psychosis. Emma shares her journey from experiencing a miscarriage and the challenges she faced in the hospital during her miscarriage. She also shares her story of postpartum psychosis. We talk a lot about advocacy and …

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17. Unpacking the Power of Hope After Loss with Rachel Lohman 45:58

11M ago45:58

45:58

There is hope after loss. On today’s episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss, I am talking with Rachel Lohman, a pastor, speaker, and founder of Hope Again Collective, a handmade jewelry line that shares the stories of loss mums. Rachel is a mother to two living children and one in heaven. She and her husband, Mark, currently lead a …

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16. Creating Support and Guidance After Baby Loss with Rochelle Olsen 48:19

11M ago48:19

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On today’s episode, I am joined by Rochelle Olsen. Raised in western NSW, Australia, Rochelle knows all too well the challenges that rural living can present. Being a career clinical pharmacist for over 20 years, Rochelle suddenly found herself choosing between surviving baby loss and the career she had built her identity around. She experienced a …

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15. Finding Beauty in Grief and Trauma: The Rose Bush Poem 8:31

11M ago8:31

8:31

In this episode, I am sharing a beautiful poem written by my grandmother, Mel Hardy. The poem was actually written about my Mum after my dad died. My grandma said, she was the rose bush. The poem is about a rose bush and talks about grief, trauma, and hope. Over time, this poem has taken on a deeper meaning for me. The poem compares the pruning of …

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14. Transforming Relationships Through Intimacy After Loss with Miranda Claire 52:21

11M ago52:21

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Hello beautiful souls! Today’s episode is a Summit Recording with Miranda Claire. Miranda is an experienced Relationship Expert and Motivational Speaker. She is also known as “The Soulmate Coach”. On today’s episode she is sharing more with us about how you can transform your relationship through intimacy after loss. Often times when there is traum…

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13. When Your GP Says You Can Try Again 14:07

12M ago14:07

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In today’s episode I am sharing more about trying again after loss and the feelings that may come with that. It takes time to grieve and heal after loss. It is okay if you need extra time to allow yourself to process your loss (even after the GP says it’s okay to try again). I’m acknowledging that on today’s episode. Tune in to hear more! I would l…

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12. Part 2: Services For Your Angel Babies with Amy Sagar 24:28

12M ago24:28

24:28

In this episode, Amy and I continue our conversation about services for your angel babies with a focus on honoring the postpartum period. Amy explains the importance of recognizing that regardless of the birth process, whether it is medically facilitated or natural, it is still a birth and there is a postpartum journey. This postpartum time is ofte…

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11. Part 1: Services For Your Angel Babies with Amy Sagar 45:00

12M ago45:00

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⚠️ PSA - Listener discretion. We talk about very important factors for loss & navigating what is available to you when organising your babies remembrance or funeral. ** We speak about all different types of pregnancy losses (We acknowledge the wanted pregnancies & also the unwanted pregnancies). In this episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregn…

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10. Triggers Are Everywhere After Pregnancy Loss 13:26

1y ago13:26

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After pregnancy loss, triggers are everywhere. On today's episode, I share more about this topic of triggers. I share my own experience with triggers after pregnancy loss and explain that everything in life can become a trigger, including our bodies. Triggers are not the enemy and avoiding them is not the answer. I encourage you to embrace triggers…

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9. Honoring Our Angel Babies: Carmen Grover's Journey Through Pregnancy Loss & Her Tribute to Her Angel Babies 44:02

1y ago44:02

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In this episode of the "What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss" podcast, I welcome Carmen Grover, a mom, nurse, farmer, yogi, and writer. Carmen shares her experience with pregnancy loss and discusses the inspiration behind her book, "A Diary to My Babies: Journeying Through Pregnancy Loss." Join us as we open up the conversation about pregnancy l…

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8. "I Was Pregnant But I Lost It" 11:04

1y ago11:04

11:04

On this episode, I share a personal story about the difficult phone call I had to make to my work after experiencing the loss of my baby. "I was pregnant but I lost it" are words I never thought I would have to say. It was painful and I'm hoping to shed light on the feelings that come with the aftermath of a loss. I hope you will tune in and that t…

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7. Self-Love and Healing After Pregnancy Loss with Ele DePosson 37:12

1y ago37:12

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On this episode, I am chatting with Ele DePosson, a self-love coach, author, and founder of the Self-Healing Spiral. We discuss the importance of self-love and healing after pregnancy loss, as well as Ele's method for healing and loving oneself. This episode is part of a Pregnancy Loss Healing Summit that I held in 2020, featuring guest experts in …

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6. A Miscarriage is More Than a Heavy Period 13:44

1y ago13:44

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On today’s episode I am sharing more about the prevalence of pregnancy loss, how traumatic it is, and how there is often a lack of support for bereaved parents. I share about my journey with this and how I was told that my miscarriage would be similar to a heavy period and then I ended up in the hospital because it was much more than that. I am bri…

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5. Supporting Women with Self-Care and Sound Healing with Michelle Lowe 16:33

1y ago16:33

16:33

Hello beautiful souls! On today’s episode of the What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss Podcast, I am sharing part of a guest expert interview with Michelle Lowe from the Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Program. Michelle is a sound healer. She helps women who have fertility struggles release trapped emotions through sound healing and she is sharing he…

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4. Loss Affects Those Around You 16:01

1y ago16:01

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Loss is so hard. We go through so much when experiencing pregnancy loss. On today’s episode, I want to also share more about how loss affects those around you too. I tell how my pregnancy loss affected those in my personal life - my husband and my mum. Acknowledging that they have pain and hurt is my intention with this episode today and I hope you…

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3. Navigating Healing After Pregnancy Loss With the Use of Art with Lori Arbel 21:08

1y ago21:08

21:08

Hello beautiful souls! In 2020 I did a Pregnancy Loss Healing Summit and I interviewed a panel of guest experts on the different ways that you can navigating your healing after pregnancy loss. On today’s episode I am sharing Lori Arbel's episode. Lori is an artist, teacher, healer, and creativity coach guiding the community through journeys of self…

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