Life Without Firsts: Joy Harris's Path to Healing and Advocacy

In this episode of 'The Teaching Journeys Podcast,' hosted by Dave Roberts, guest Joy Harris, a seasoned entrepreneur and author, shares her profound and emotional journey of losing her son Darien during pregnancy. Joy discusses the challenges of dealing with such a heart-wrenching loss and the importance of acknowledging and talking about it. She emphasizes the need for resources and support for families experiencing similar tragedies. Joy also touches on her book Missed Baby Steps, Life Without Firsts, detailing her experience and offering guidance for others in grief. The conversation underscores the significance of compassion, effective communication, and emotional support for those who have endured silent births. Joy's Bio and Contact InformationJoy Harris is a seasoned entrepreneur with an extensive track record of establishing, developing, and transitioning businesses, both independently and collaboratively. With a career enriched by diverse experiences across the entrepreneurial landscape, Joy has garnered invaluable insights into the keys to business success. In her speaking engagements, she targets business owners facing the challenges of overwhelm and burnout, as well as second-generation proprietors struggling to find their zeal within the family enterprise. Through a dynamic mix of humor, candid discourse, and practical advice, Joy empowers her audience to emerge refreshed, equipped with strategies to invigorate their operations.Early in her business career she lost her son Darien when she was 7 ½ months pregnant. She wrote a book and a journal to share her journey to help others navigate this loss. Joy hopes to bring awareness around this loss so people can talk about it more.Websitewww.missedbabysteps.comThe Teaching Journeys Podcast is available on your favorite podcast platforms.To find out more about Dave, go to : davidrobertsmsw.com and his author page at psychologyprofessorandminister.com