Ep02: Midwifery, Baby Loss & Bereavement Care, with Charlie & Alex – Kent

In episode two of Marathons for Miracles, Olly is joined by Charlie and Alex — a couple from Kent, with Alex a very newly qualified midwife.They talk about life on the frontline of pregnancy, birth and baby loss, how midwives are trained to support families through grief, and the vital role charities play once hospital care ends.They also share how running has shaped their mental health, relationship and future plans — from parkrun to marathons, weddings to extended travel — and why this challenge felt like the right way to give something back.Key moments:Alex’s fresh perspective on midwifery training & bereavement careHow charities like Tommy’s, SANDS and Abigail’s Footsteps bridge the gap after hospital careUsing running to manage mental health and create structure after lossA tour of the Kent marathon route on 4th Jan: Thames Path, Charlton Athletic, Shooters Hill, parks and “mainland Kent”, with support from Bexley ACA thoughtful, grounded conversation about midwifery, loss, and putting one foot in front of the other.👉 Follow the journey and support the cause at marathonsformiracles.comAll episodes contain sensitive discussions around pregnancy loss and grief. Experiences shared are personal and are not a substitute for medical advice. Please seek professional support if needed. Listener discretion advised.