Grief and Pregnancy Loss (Part 1)

This week at the kitchen table, Dionne and Yvette welcome Adrienne Bailon-Houghton for an intimate conversation about miscarriage, IVF, and the kind of grief that often goes unseen. With their signature breathwork and gentle disclaimers (no medical advice—just lived experience), they create space for Adrienne to share what her body remembers: the shock of failed cycles, the ache of embryos that didn’t take, the compounded losses, and the quiet shame and anger that can surface—even for someone rooted deeply in faith. Adrienne speaks candidly about eight rounds of IVF, the rituals that carried her through, the heartbreak of hearing “no heartbeat,” and the complicated longing to see yourself reflected in your child. Together, they explore partner grief, spiritual confusion, and what it means to hold hope while your light feels dim. If this topic is tender, take care of your heart as you listen. And if you’ve walked this road, may this episode remind you: your grief is real, and you are not alone. Two Mothers, One Aché: A Grief Dialogue is produced and distributed by ⁠Merrick Studios⁠ and hosted by ⁠Yvette Dávila⁠ and ⁠Dionne C. Monsanto⁠. Each episode offers a brave and intimate space where grief is spoken aloud, healing is shared, and love refuses to fade—listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever your journey takes you. Join the conversation on Instagram ⁠@2mothers1achepod⁠ and learn more at ⁠wearemerrickstudios.com/two-mothers-one-ache-pod.⁠ Original music by Dasan T. Broadnax, known artistically as O.D. Mongrel. Discover more of his work on all streaming platforms.