The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast: Interviews with Miscarriage and Infant Loss Survivors

What does it mean to remember a life that was far too short?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Missy Thomas, Executive Director of Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, a nonprofit that provides remembrance photography for families experiencing the loss of a baby.Missy is also a close friend of Peyton’s, and it was through the loss of Peyton’s son that she first experienced the impact of remembrance photography, a moment that deeply shaped the path that led her into this work.Together, they talk about:The power of remembrance photography and why it mattersWhat it looks like to enter into moments of deep griefHow small moments can become lasting memories for familiesMissy shares how this work became deeply personal and how it has grown into a calling to serve families in some of their most difficult moments. She offers insight into what it means to sit with grief, support parents as they say goodbye, and create space for them to parent their baby in the time they have.This conversation is a powerful reminder that every baby matters, every story matters, and that being seen and remembered can make a lasting difference.🔗 Connect with Now I Lay Me Down to SleepInstagram: @nowilaymedowntosleepFacebook: Now I Lay Me Down to SleepWebsite: www.nowilaymedowntosleep.orgSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What if loss moms are still postpartum, even without a baby in their arms?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Dr. Mary Kathryn Nader, a licensed professional counselor specializing in women’s mental health, perinatal mental health, and trauma.Together, they talk about:The postpartum experience after pregnancy and infant lossHow grief impacts the body, mind, and emotionsWhat healing can look like with the right support and careMary Kathryn brings both clinical insight and deep compassion to this conversation, helping put language to experiences that many loss moms struggle to explain. She shares how grief and trauma can show up in different ways, and why feeling seen, safe, and supported is such an important part of healing.This conversation offers clarity, validation, and a reminder that loss moms are not forgotten in their postpartum experience, even when the world around them moves on.🔗 Connect with Dr. Mary Kathryn NaderWebsite: www.findhopeccs.comPodcast: A Journey to Whole Women HealthSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What if the way we try to help is actually making things harder?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Jennifer Hernandez, a Care Ministry Director and loss mom who is passionate about walking with people through grief in honest and meaningful ways.Together, they talk about:The importance of self-awareness when supporting someone in griefHow well-intentioned care can sometimes cause harmWhat it looks like to show up with presence instead of pressureJennifer shares from both her personal experience of losing her son, Charlie, and her work in ministry, where she supports individuals and families in difficult seasons. She offers practical and thoughtful insight into how we can better care for others without unintentionally placing our own emotions or expectations onto them.This conversation is a powerful reminder that support doesn’t require perfection, but it does require humility, awareness, and a willingness to truly see the person in front of you.🔗 Connect with Jennifer HernandezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/storiesfromjenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/storiesfromjenSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What if the most meaningful thing you can do is simply stay?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with April Snyder, a hospital chaplain and loss mom who walks closely with families in some of their most vulnerable moments.Together, they talk about:What it means to be present in grief without trying to fix itThe role of spiritual care in moments of lossHow words, even when well-intended, can deeply impact a grieving momApril shares from both her personal experience of loss and her work in the hospital, offering a thoughtful perspective on what it looks like to sit with someone in their pain. She speaks to the importance of creating space, honoring questions, and allowing grief to be what it is without rushing it toward resolution.This conversation is a gentle reminder that meaningful care doesn’t come from having the right answers, but from being willing to stay, listen, and simply be present.🔗 Connect with April SnyderInstagram: @eripsniSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What happens when the person caring for you has walked through loss, too?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Heather LaVigne, a nurse practitioner turned author, teacher, and ministry partner, who brings both professional experience and her own journey through infertility and pregnancy loss.Together, they talk about:What it’s like to experience loss from both sides of the roomThe gaps in care and the moments that matter mostHow presence, acknowledgment, and compassion can shape a mother’s experienceHeather shares from her own 10-year journey through infertility and loss, as well as her time caring for patients in the medical field. She offers an honest look at how personal experience can shape the way care is given, and the importance of slowing down and truly seeing the person in front of you.This conversation is a powerful reminder that meaningful care doesn’t always require the right words, but it does require compassion, awareness, and a willingness to be present.🔗 Connect with Heather LaVigneInstagram: @heatherlavigneauthorFacebook: Heather LaVigneWebsite: www.heatherlavigneauthor.comSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What happens when the system meant to care for you doesn’t always know how?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Jamie Hinton, a licensed midwife in Texas and a loss mom who brings a unique perspective from both sides of care.Together, they talk about:What it’s like to experience loss as both a provider and a patientThe gaps in training, support, and compassion within care systemsWhy presence and empathy matter more than getting everything “right”Jamie shares from her own story, as well as the many families she has walked alongside over the years. She offers an honest look at the realities of care, the moments that can cause harm, and the small but meaningful ways providers can better support loss moms.This conversation is both deeply personal and eye-opening, offering insight into how care can be improved and reminding us that behind every role is a human being who needs to be seen, supported, and cared for.🔗 Connect with Jamie HintonEmail: [email protected]: 214-493-7906Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What happens in the moments before words are spoken?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Callie Caraballo, founder of The Ultrasound Concierge and a former MFM sonographer with nearly 13 years of experience in ultrasound.Together, they talk about:The emotional weight carried in the ultrasound roomWhat it’s like to recognize when something may not be rightHow presence and compassion matter even before words are spokenCallie shares how her experience in maternal-fetal medicine shaped the way she now cares for families, and why she created a space where moms can feel safe, seen, and supported during pregnancy.This conversation offers a meaningful look into one of the earliest moments in a mother’s journey, and reminds us how much care matters, even in the moments that often go unseen.🔗 Connect with Callie CaraballoInstagram: @theultrasoundconciergeFacebook: The Ultrasound ConciergeWebsite: www.theultrasoundconcierge.comSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What does it look like to care for someone when you don’t have the right words?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Barrett Grebing, a pastor in Aledo, Texas, who has spent years walking with people through both joy and deep loss.Together, they talk about: What it looks like to support grieving families within the church  Why trying to “fix” someone’s pain can do more harm than good  How presence, humility, and awareness can change the way we care for others Barrett shares honestly about the tension many people feel when they don’t know what to say, and how learning to simply be present can be one of the most meaningful ways to support someone in grief.This conversation offers a grounded and accessible perspective, especially for those who want to care well but aren’t sure how.🔗 Connect with Barrett GrebingInstagram: @barrettgrebingWebsite: www.sharingnewlifealedo.comSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What is it like to be the one who has to say, “There is no heartbeat”?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Dr. Jamie Erwin, an OB/GYN and co-founder of Vivi Women’s Health in Fort Worth, known for her deeply compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.Together, they talk about: What it’s like to deliver devastating news  The emotional weight providers carry in these moments  How communication and presence shape a loss mom’s experience Dr. Erwin shares what it feels like to walk with families through loss and how even small moments of care can leave a lasting impact. She offers an honest look at the responsibility providers carry and the importance of slowing down, listening well, and treating each patient with dignity and compassion.This conversation sets the tone for the season, offering a powerful glimpse into one of the most defining moments in a loss mom’s journey.🔗 Connect with Dr. Jamie ErwinWebsite: www.vivifw.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/docjlerwinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/journeywholewomanhealthSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What does it feel like to care for a loss mom when you can’t fix what’s broken?In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Peyton sits down with Dr. Lisette Saleh, a labor and delivery nurse and nursing professor at Texas Christian University, who has spent over 20 years caring for women and now prepares future nurses to do the same.Together, they talk about: The emotional weight nurses carry in moments of loss  The gap between what providers are taught and what loss moms actually need  How presence, language, and small actions can shape a mom’s experience Lisette shares her first experience caring for a loss mom, what she wishes she had known earlier in her career, and how fear of saying the wrong thing can sometimes keep caregivers from showing up fully.This conversation helps bridge the gap between loss moms and the people who care for them, offering a deeper understanding of what meaningful, compassionate care can look like in moments of loss.🔗 Where to Connect with Dr. Lisette SalehInstagram: @belly2babycoachingFacebook: Belly to Baby CoachingWebsite: www.bellytobabycoaching.comSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

What does it really look like to care for a loss mom?In this season of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, we’re having honest conversations with the people who walk closely with mothers in some of their hardest moments. From doctors and nurses to chaplains, therapists, and ministry leaders, each episode offers a deeper look into the role they play and the weight they carry.This season is centered around our Beyond Words workshop, where we equip others to support mothers who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. Over time, we’ve realized that while there are many conversations about how to care for loss moms, there are far fewer that acknowledge the experience of those providing that care.Our hope is to bring understanding, perspective, and a more human side to these roles.Whether you’re a loss mom, a partner navigating grief, or someone who cares for women in these moments, this season is for you.Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this special live episode from Gathering 2026, we sat down with Markesha Tisby, Myshel Wilkins, and Jessica Latshaw for a conversation that so many loss moms need.Together, we talked about those first moments when you begin to believe you might actually survive this… the people who unexpectedly show up and walk with you… and the ways grief, faith, and healing intertwine over time.This conversation is tender, honest, and full of the kind of truth that only comes from women who have lived it.If you’re in the middle of your own story, we hope this reminds you that you’re not alone… and that even here, healing is still possible. 💜Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Loss Mama, this is your invitation to transform your healing journey. In this heartfelt episode of the Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Mary shares her profound journey of grief after losing her daughter, Rachel, 42 years ago. Through her experience at the Gathering Hope conference, she emphasizes the importance of community support for mothers who have experienced baby loss. The conversation explores the unbreakable bond of motherhood, the significance of sharing grief, and the healing power of tears. Mary encourages others to embrace their vulnerability and seek connection with those who understand their pain.Gathering Hope's national loss mom conference is a collective experience where you will encounter a community that eagerly welcomes you, discovering a true sense of belonging amongst other miscarriage, stillbirth and infant loss survivors. Learn more about Gathering Hope's mission and register for our upcoming Gathering at www.gatheringhope.org. Many thanks to Jessica Latshaw, TJ Taormina and Mary Smith for their contribution to this special episode.Who we are:  Gathering Hope is a movement empowering women to grieve and celebrate the lives they lost together, with other mothers. We help loss moms overcome loneliness & find healing in community. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

This is Part 2 of our interviews with Michael and Mariah Cason. In this heartfelt episode, Peyton sits down with Mariah to talk about her journey of motherhood after loss. Mariah opens up about the devastating loss of her firstborn son, Reagan, and how she has navigated grief while raising her daughter, Eloise. She shares the emotional decisions she made, including keeping Reagan’s nursery open, and the impact of loss on her relationships, faith, and personal growth.Throughout the conversation, Mariah emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our children, breaking the stigma surrounding pregnancy loss, and creating spaces for grieving mothers to feel seen and supported. She offers insight into the unique challenges of motherhood after loss, the power of community, and the hope she has found in her healing process.Mentioned in this episode:Miscarried Hope by Rachel LohmanUnimaginable: Life After Baby Loss by Brooke D. TaylorMy Friend Jesus and Me by Michael CasonConnect with Mariah and Michael:Mariah on Instagram: @mrsmariahcasonMichael on Instagram: @iammichaelcasonJoin us for an honest and emotional conversation about love, loss, and the strength found in remembering and honoring our children in Heaven.Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this heartfelt episode, Peyton sits down with Michael Cason to discuss his journey through fatherhood, faith, and grief after the stillbirth of his son, Reagan. Michael opens up about the often-overlooked grief that fathers experience, the challenges of navigating loss while supporting a grieving spouse, and the role of faith in his healing journey. He also shares practical insights on the importance of community, healthy outlets for processing grief, and how he honors Reagan’s memory.Michael serves as a pastor at Grace Community Church in Sarasota, FL, where he helps others grow in their faith while walking through life’s challenges.This is Part 1 of our conversation with the Cason family—be sure to tune in for Part 2, where we sit down with Mariah to hear her perspective on motherhood after loss, carrying both sorrow and joy, and the healing power of connection.Mentioned in this episode:It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa TerKeurstElevate Him ConferenceXO Marriage ConferenceMy Friend Jesus and Me by Michael CasonConnect with Michael & Mariah:Michael on Instagram: @iammichaelcasonMariah on Instagram: @mrsmariahcasonJoin us for an open and meaningful discussion about love, loss, and the strength found in sharing our stories.Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this conversation, Markesha Tisby shares her journey through parenthood, loss, and healing. She discusses the challenges of raising children, the impact of literacy and education, and her personal experiences with miscarriage. The conversation delves into the complexities of grief, the intersection of race and maternal health, and the importance of community support. Throughout, Markesha emphasizes the possibility of being both hurt and hopeful, and the need for understanding and compassion in the face of loss. Markesha and Peyton also discuss the challenges faced by Black women in maternal healthcare, the importance of creating safe spaces for grieving mothers, and the need for community support. They explore the emotional journey of loss, the significance of partnership in navigating grief, and the hope found in shared experiences. Markesha shares her personal journey, emphasizing the value of representation and the healing power of connection within the community, particularly through events like the Gathering.If you’ve been inspired by this conversation and want to join us at Gathering 2025, visit our website at https://www.gatheringhope.net/gathering-2025 and use promo code SISTERHOOD for $15 off your ticket.Thank you to Milk Couture Co. for supporting this episode and for their beautiful work in creating keepsake jewelry that helps families hold onto their precious memories forever. Visit Milk Couture Co. to learn more about their custom pieces and create your own keepsake today.Connect with Markesha:Facebook: Markesha Luckett TisbyInstagram: MarkeshaTisbyX: Markesha TisbyLinkedIn: Markesha Tisby, M.EdBluesky: markeshatisby.bsky.socialSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Ally Loupe, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in pelvic health, birth doula, and co-creator of Move Through Motherhood. Ally opens up about her personal journey as a mother to two daughters on earth and one sweet baby in heaven, sharing her heart for helping women heal both physically and emotionally after miscarriage and infant loss. Through her movement and recovery program, she offers essential tools for moms to navigate their postpartum journey. Join us as we discuss pelvic health, the importance of movement in healing, and Ally’s inspiring work with women through all stages of motherhood.Resources Mentioned: Move through MotherhoodMove through Motherhood: Miscarriage and Loss (Free Resource)Instagram:@prettypelvis.dpt@movethroughmotherhood@genesisptwellnessSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, we chat with Samantha McCabe, founder of Harper’s Hands Counseling and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate. Samantha shares her personal story of infant loss and how it inspired her to help other moms navigate grief and trauma. As a worship pastor and mother of three, she reflects on balancing faith, family, and her counseling practice, offering heartfelt insights and hope for those on a similar journey. Join us for an honest and healing conversation with a woman passionate about loving and supporting others through life’s toughest moments.Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alyson Brown and Kelsi Cole, the founders of Foreknown Ministries. After experiencing the unimaginable loss of their babies, born still just two weeks apart, Alyson and Kelsi transformed their grief into a mission to support other parents walking through the devastation of losing a child. Through Foreknown Ministries, they provide hope, community, and education, ensuring that no grieving parent feels alone. Join us as we discuss their personal journeys, the questions that led to Foreknown’s creation, and their mission to equip healthcare professionals, pregnancy centers, and churches with tools to 'do grief better.' This episode is a heartfelt exploration of friendship, faith, and finding purpose in pain.Resources Mentioned: Foreknown MinistriesText Support - 719-626-8486Journey to Joy - study for womenThrough the Valley - study for menForeknown MenCompassionate Care ResourcesWinning the War With Your Mind - Craig GroeschelSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, we welcome Heather Butler, author of the poignant book "That Side of Heaven," which chronicles her personal story of loss and the stories of other mothers who have faced similar heartache. Heather's writing delves into the depths of grief, motherhood, and the beautifully messy aspects of life, offering hope and understanding to those navigating similar paths.Heather opens up about her journey, sharing how she finds solace and strength in nature, through fishing and camping adventures with her husband and their four children. She also honors the memory of her two precious babies on that side of heaven, Lavender and Pine, whose presence continues to inspire her work.Passionate about supporting and walking alongside other women grieving the loss of their babies, Heather brings a wealth of compassion and empathy to her advocacy. She discusses the importance of community and shared experiences in the healing process, offering valuable insights and encouragement to our listeners.Join us for an intimate conversation with Heather Butler, as we explore themes of love, loss, and the enduring power of connection and support in the face of profound grief.You can find more about Heather and her work at www.thatsideofheaven.com and follow her on Instagram at @thatsideofheaven.Resources Mentioned: That Side of Heaven, Heather ButlerGathering HopeSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kelly Jean-Philippe, a devoted husband to his wife Rose and a loving father to their two sons, Julius'Camillo and Eden. Their family story, however, is marked by profound loss as Kelly and Rose have endured the heartbreak of five miscarriages. Kelly shares his deeply personal journey through these experiences, shedding light on the often-overlooked perspective of fathers who suffer from miscarriage.With warmth and sincerity, Kelly discusses the emotional toll of their losses and his mission to raise awareness about the dad's experience of miscarriage. He highlights the lack of support and resources available to fathers during such difficult times and emphasizes the need for change. Kelly's advocacy work extends to cohosting the Miscarriage Dads podcast, where he and his cohost aim to humanize the experience of miscarriage by creating a space for open and honest conversations about its impact on fathers.Join us as we delve into Kelly's story, exploring the resilience and strength that come from facing unimaginable grief and the importance of community and support for dads navigating the pain of miscarriage. This episode is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the critical need to support all parents through their journeys of loss and healing.You can find more about Kelly and his work at themiscarriagedad.buzzsprout.com and follow him on Instagram at @TheMiscarriageDads.Resources Mentioned: The Miscarriage Dads PodcastStill Parents PodcastNo Matter How Small, Patrick & Kristen RieckeSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, Victoria Renken, a perinatal therapist and mother, shares her journey with her daughter, Lily. Victoria, who specializes in grief, loss, and rare diagnoses in motherhood, opens up about her experience navigating the complexities of Lily’s congenital diaphragmatic hernia and the unexpected emergence of HELLP syndrome. Join us as Victoria discusses the intersections of grief and professional expertise, the comfort found in unexpected places, and her enduring love for Lily.Getting Grief Right, Patrick O'MalleyHolding on to Love After You've Lost a Baby: The 5 Love Languages for Grieving, Gary Chapman & Candy McVicarAnd if You Can't, Sydney N. HatcherBrave Lament, Andrew & Christy BaumanPrayer in the Night: For Those Who Work or Watch or Weep, Tish Harrison Warrenvictoriarenken.comInstagram @counseling.with.victoriaSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Nicole Zasowski is a licensed marriage and family therapist, sought-after speaker, and author of What If It’s Wonderful? and From Lost to Found. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and three young children. Nicole would love to connect with you on her website: www.nicolezasowski.com.@nicolezasowskiBooks: What If It's Wonderful and From Lost to FoundWww.nicolezasowski.comSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Show NotesSummaryTJ shares his journey of grief and healing after the loss of his son, Luca. He discusses the impact on his family, the surprising moments of comfort, and the transformation of his faith. The conversation delves into the power of storytelling, the role of empathy, and the growth that comes from grief. The conversation delves into the themes of finding joy amidst grief, the complexity of emotions, the role of faith in healing, and the importance of community and support. TJ shares personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the impact of relationships and the pursuit of hope.TakeawaysGrief can lead to unexpected growth and transformation.Sharing personal stories of loss and healing can provide comfort and support to others.Faith and spirituality can be a source of strength and comfort during times of grief.Empathy and compassion for others are cultivated through personal experiences of loss and healing. Finding joy amidst grief is a complex and personal experience.Faith plays a significant role in the healing journey, providing comfort and perspective.Community and support are essential for navigating the challenges of grief and loss.The pursuit of hope and the importance of relationships are central to the healing process.Connect with TJ:The TJ Show PodcastNationally syndicated radio host (The TJ Show)InstagramTheTJShow.comListen to Jess on our PodcastSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

SummaryThis episode dives into the nuances of grief, motherhood, and resilience with Tanika Dillard, who shares her journey of loss and the ways she honors her children. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, support, and the power of words in navigating grief. Tanika offers valuable advice for those supporting someone in fresh grief and highlights the significance of hope and journaling in the healing process.Join Tanika and other grieving moms on their healing journey at Gathering 2025: Look Up on March 1, 2025. Connect with Tanika:Building a Family Breaks My HeartFacebookInstagramShare Upstate Support GroupSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Host: Peyton LauderdaleProducer: Carol VantineThe Sucky Sisterhood Podcast is dedicated to helping loss moms and their allies overcome isolation and stigma, providing a platform to reshape the narrative surrounding baby loss. Hosted by Peyton Lauderdale and produced by Carol Vantine, this podcast is a compassionate and supportive resource for those affected by miscarriage and infant loss.Each episode delves into the complexities of pregnancy loss, featuring heartfelt interviews with survivors, healthcare professionals, mental health experts, and partners. The podcast offers practical advice, emotional support, and inspiring stories of resilience and hope, creating a safe space for listeners to explore the multifaceted journey of grief and healing.The podcast is part of Gathering Hope, a nonprofit organization based in Texas that reaches women nationwide through events like the national loss mom conference, Wave of Light ceremony, workshops, and various support programs. By fostering a sense of community and understanding, Gathering Hope empowers women to grieve and celebrate their lost children alongside others who share their experiences.Whether you're a loss mom seeking comfort, a partner navigating grief, or a professional aiming to provide compassionate care, The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast offers valuable insights and a sense of solidarity. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to join Peyton and Carol on this journey of empathy, resilience, and breaking down the stigma associated with pregnancy loss. Together, we can make a difference through the power of community.Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In our final episode of the season, we chat with Erin Cuccio about shifting perspective after losing her son, Jacob. Practically speaking, we know it's a tough challenge to add to your plate when you're deep in grief. Listen as Erin describes how the Lord used drive time during multiple road trips to unravel things about herself and unveil truths about Himself. We also discuss how rainbows come in all shapes and sizes and how saying yes to help and support challenges our sense of vulnerability. To continue the conversation, we invite you to share and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Erin online @erincucciowww.erincuccio.comTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Meet Jess! Getting to know her through her role as a Gathering 2022, Wave of Light speaker, and now a friend has been a joy. She is generous with her heart and her wisdom and today's episode includes a multitude of both offerings. Peyton and Jess talk about the duplicity of grief, the concept of "bouncing forward" and the ability for loss moms to hold the tension of various emotions simultaneously. Dive into her story and find hope in your own healing journey!More about Jess: Jessica Latshaw has a BFA in dance performance from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where she also studied piano and voice extensively. She has performed musical theater on many stages, most notably, the Broadway tour of A Chorus Line. She has performed her own songs on cool stages, such as NYC’s The Blue Note Jazz Club, Boston’s City Winery, and the UK’s Sage Gateshead. Jessica is a worship leader at the Barn Vineyard Church in PA. She is also a podcaster, which she co-hosts with her husband TJ (The TJ and Jess Show) weekly, writes on her substack (jessicalatshaw.substack.com), and is currently in the final edits before releasing her first book—a memoir narrating losing and loving her son Luca. Home is loud and messy—mostly because of the three little girls she and TJ get to raise and not at all because she’d rather write music than fold laundry. GATHERING HOPE CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT: You're invited to join other miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss survivors on their healing journey at Gathering 2023: This Is Our Story on October 7, 2023. Podcast guests receive $20 OFF by using the code GATHER20 at checkout! **Code is limited to the first 50 tickets purchased.** Hurry and grab your spot today - it won't be the same without YOU there, Mama! https://www.gatheringhope.net/gathering-2023Connect with Jess!WebsiteSubstackInstagramSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, miscarriage and infant loss survivors will connect and relate with Rachel Lohman, founder of Hope Again Collective and author of the upcoming release, Miscarried Hope: Journeying with Jesus Through Pregnancy and Infant Loss. Get a sneak peek into her book and a preview of what's to come at Gathering 2023, our annual Gathering for baby loss moms. Rachel will be speaking for the third year in a row, encouraging fellow loss moms with a story that so many of us will resonate with. In this episode, we discuss faith and doubt, the research for her book that included over 400 loss mom's input, the Five Stages of Hope, supporting loss moms beyond the first few weeks, and the surprising way her church is finding new ways to love and acknowledge all moms. Join Rachel and other grieving moms on their healing journey at Gathering 2023: This Is Our Story on October 7, 2023. Podcast guests receive $20 OFF *AND* receive a Gathering Hope "Sucky Sisterhood" mug by using the code GATHER20 at checkout!!! **Code expires August 31 and is limited to the first 50 tickets purchased, mug to be picked up at the Texas Gathering.** Get your ticket today! https://www.gatheringhope.net/gathering-2023Pre-order Miscarried Hope at Rachel Lohman.com and listen to our first episode with Rachel here.Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Peyton from Slaying the Stigma and Co-founder of Gathering Hope and Bonnie Ruth from Barren Not Broken and Co-founder of Legacy Place are bringing us a powerful podcast collaboration. Both ladies show us not only sharing their stories but vulnerably inviting us into their personal grief journeys and how they have navigated that with their spouses, family, and friends. They ask each other a series of questions, bringing their perspective, experience, and honesty to the table. There are several just WOW moments for both ladies as they gleam from each other, not holding back and giving practical tools. Grief does not have to define us; there is a way through it. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Peyton from Slaying the Stigma and Co-founder of Gathering Hope and Bonnie Ruth from Barren Not Broken and Co-founder of Legacy Place are bringing us a powerful podcast collaboration. Both ladies show us not only sharing their stories but vulnerably inviting us into their personal grief journeys and how they have navigated that with their spouses, family, and friends. They ask each other a series of questions, bringing their perspective, experience, and honesty to the table. There are several just WOW moments for both ladies as they gleam from each other, not holding back and giving practical tools. Grief does not have to define us; there is a way through it. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Alexander, the Founder and President of Parker's Purpose Foundation in Waco, TX. Ashley shares her personal story of loss and grief, and how she and her husband Mark channeled their pain into creating something positive for other families who experience loss. We learn about the work that Parker's Purpose does to support families who have experienced the loss of a child, including providing Caring Cradles, stuffed animals, and care packages at local hospitals.Ashley also talks about the importance of breaking down the stigma surrounding grief and loss. Despite the challenges of running a foundation and raising three children, Ashley remains committed to her mission of ensuring that every hospital in Texas has a Caring Cradle for loss families.Join us as we chat with Ashley about her journey, the impact of Parker's Purpose Foundation, and how we can all work together to support families experiencing loss. To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Ashley online @parkerspurposetx  www.parkerpurposetx.org Timely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Today's episode features a fellow loss mom, Cait Robertson. Cait was born and raised in a small beach town called Wilmington, NC. She is a singer-songwriter, speech pathologist, recipe developer, and jewelry artist - very eclectic! She and her husband struggled with infertility and lost their first baby. It was a devastating chapter of their lives, but it ignited a fire within her to create meaningful keepsake jewelry for mamas to help keep their special memories close to their hearts. The greatest joy and passion of her life is being a mama to her rainbow baby boy, Grey, and her one-year-old, Ryland.To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Cait online@milkcoutureco@caitplage@themacroexperimentTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Meredith Zahorsky is a wife, mom, Jesus follower, and LPC. She loves to laugh and at the same time feels called to walk with those in deep sorrow.As an LPC she counts it a true honor when people share their stories and ultimately their journey with her as they navigate life and often tragedy.As a wife, she wants to be someone who loves well, is loyal, and obviously the fun one!As a mom she longs to serve her children well so that they may be drawn closer to Christ through her example, and yes yes let’s not forget being fun for them too!As a follower of Christ, she longs to hear, "You have run the race well" and wants people to see Christ in me and through her.To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Meredith onlineJourney CounselingMagnificent Grief on Amazon (free on Kindle March 29-30)Email MeredithTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Meredith Zahorsky is a wife, mom, Jesus follower, and LPC. She loves to laugh and at the same time feels called to walk with those in deep sorrow.As an LPC she counts it a true honor when people share their stories and ultimately their journey with her as they navigate life and often tragedy.As a wife, she wants to be someone who loves well, is loyal, and obviously the fun one!As a mom she longs to serve her children well so that they may be drawn closer to Christ through her example, and yes yes let’s not forget being fun for them too!As a follower of Christ, she longs to hear, "You have run the race well" and wants people to see Christ in me and through her.To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Meredith onlineJourney CounselingMagnificent Grief on AmazonEmail MeredithTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Leslie Hernandez is originally from Mexico, moved to the DFW when she was three, and has lived here ever since. She is a 5th-grade reading teacher at Burnet Elementary in Dallas ISD. Leslie currently resides in Irving, TX with her husband Samuel, a high school principal. She is a proud mother to Aaron (9), Andres, their angel baby, they lost in April 2020, and a baby girl coming June 2023.Leslie loves giving back to the loss community in honor of Andres’ life by donating books at local hospitals for grieving parents and shares Andre's story as a way to show others how God can help us through our most difficult times and find hope in him again. She also enjoys sharing how therapy has helped her so much in her healing.To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Leslie onlineLeslie's InstagramLeslie's Facebook Timely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In the next few episodes, we have pulled from past interviews to introduce you to some of the women you will meet at Gathering 2022.Meet Betsy Beaman! In her episode today, we talk about her story, the moment she discovered she had a son, anxiety and the importance of mental health, normalizing the conversation surrounding miscarriage, and the most helpful tools in her healing journey.Having served as the Gathering Hope board president, a table leader for our Gatherings, and an advisor to the organization, Betsy is a funny, no-nonsense mama and we can’t wait for you to meet her!Slaying The Stigma: Changing the Narrative, One Mother at a Time, encourages survivors in their healing journey, while also educating others who are unfamiliar with the issues surrounding miscarriage & infant loss. Our hope is that one of these conversations will resonate with you and inspire you to share with others in your own community.SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In the next few episodes, we have pulled from past interviews to introduce you to some of the women you will meet at Gathering 2022.  Raised in Richardson, TX, Stefani Hohman now resides in Fort Worth, with her husband of 15 years, Marc. They have 5 children ranging from 14 to 3 years old, with their daughter Wren in Heaven. She is a professional photographer and is also in her final year of college to be an elementary teacher. She loves plants, paper planners, thrifting, camping, volunteering with PTA & Gathering Hope, watching her kids play sports and her family’s yearly tradition of going to Galveston.“I learned about Gathering Hope a few months after losing Wren in 2018 and attended my first Gathering that fall. My anxiety almost held me back from coming, but I went ahead and signed up because I really needed something to look forward to.I loved that there was going to be worship time and having the opportunity to listen to speakers. But just getting to go share my story with a table of other women who had also experienced loss was the icing on the cake. And exactly what I needed to help propel me through my healing.Halfway through my second Gathering, in 2019, I knew I was signing up to be a table leader the next year. Last year, I served as the lead for the table leader team and the rest is history.”Slaying The Stigma: Changing the Narrative, One Mother at a Time, encourages survivors in their healing journey, while also educating others who are unfamiliar with the issues surrounding miscarriage & infant loss. Our hope is that one of these conversations will resonate with you and inspire you to share with others in your own community.SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

If you've ever wondered where grief, science and faith intersect, Natasha Smith is someone you need to meet. On today's podcast, we learn how God is guiding her healing journey, through trauma and loss. Natasha talks about stuffing her pain down inside for almost 20 years and how bringing the hurt and pain into the light of a safe community helped to process her suffering. We discuss how the power of presence, not advice or opinions, is sometimes what's needed most in helping another grieving person. You'll also get a peek inside her upcoming book that connects grief, brain science, academic research, and faith with tangible ways that you can process your own grief. Natasha’s book will be released by Intervarsity Press in summer 2023.   Natasha Smith is a wife, mom of 4, an engineer turned homeschooler, writer, speaker, and podcast host. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Counseling with a focus in theology and psychology from Liberty University. Jesus and coffee are her favorites, and she shares biblical hope for every season daily across social media @imnatashasmith. To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Natasha onlineInstagramFacebookWebsiteTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. If you are a survivor, we encourage you to join us at our annual Gathering where we honor our babies and our unique motherhood. Early Bird tickets are available at GatheringHope.org/gathering-2022. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Settle in for the intimate story of Justina Oldehoff and her son, Carter. Born fighting, Carter's life was the catalyst for Justina to care for other NICU and bereaved families. In this interview, Justina is normalizing the complex feelings of bereaved moms. She's also open about the emotionally complex experience of another high-risk pregnancy after loss, while simultaneously grieving for Carter. Listen as she's honest about how brutal grief can be, while beautifully weaving hope into her story of trauma and loss.Justina is a mom to two preemie boys, 24-weeker Carter in heaven and 29-weeker Aron who is a happy, healthy two-and-a-half-year-old, and wife to Dan of 13 years. She is a healthcare administrator in Colorado who loves to travel, write, read, and do yoga. Through their foundation, Carter's Cause, her mission is to provide hope, encouragement, and resources to NICU parents, bereaved parents, and their support systems.To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupGathering Hope LinktreeFind Justina onlineCarter's Cause InstagramCarter's Cause FacebookCarter's Cause WebsiteLinktreeTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. If you are a survivor, we encourage you to join us at our annual Gathering where we honor our babies and our unique motherhood. Early Bird tickets are available at GatheringHope.org/gathering-2022. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Uniquely Similar...what does this mean? Listen to this genuine, honest and heartfelt interview with Crystal Webster and find out how this oxymoron plays a role in the relationships between loss moms. She also shares what it's like to build a legacy and parenting your child after they've passed away. When her daughter, Madelyn died in her arms just hours after she was born, Crystal wanted to also. It took her years to learn to live again - only once she realized Maddie wouldn't want her mom to spend the rest of her life waiting to die. You'll also hear Crystal address topics like joy, happiness and resilience and the extensive research she's doing to empower other bereaved moms who are searching for a reason to smile again. Crystal is a business owner, entrepreneur, speaker, mentor, award-winning author ("Confessions of a Griever: Turning a Hot Mess into an Haute Message {Laughable Lessons for When Life Just Sucks}", co-founder of Sharing Solace, wife, daughter, auntie…but above everything else in the world Crystal is Madelyn Elizabeth Webster’s mama. Sharing Solace was founded from that love and hope: to help grievers grieve and lovers love their griever through technology-elevated, tangible, pass-along-able gifts wrapped in a community of strength and support...so you can always 'Remember. You're not alone.'To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or TikTok.Find us onlineGatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookFacebook Community GroupFind Crystal Webster onlineInstagramFacebookWebsiteResources mentioned in this episodeConfessions of a Griever: Turning a Hot Mess into a Haute Message (Laughable Lessons for When Life Just Sucks)Resilient Grieving: How to Find Your Way Through a Devastating LossGreater Good Science CenterTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. SupportSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

In honor of Father's Day, we invited Clint Watkins to join us for a conversation about bereaved fatherhood. You will be inspired by Clint's expression of love for his children, as he talks about grieving alongside his wife, Jillian. Clint also points to misconceptions of masculine grief, using Biblical examples of lament. This conversation doesn't shy away from the gutting sorrow that comes with child loss, and how this experience can lead to questioning God. He openly shares how wrestling with faith can be a gateway to a stronger faith that is anchored in true hope. We also talk about how to support dads through loss and what our culture needs to understand about the complexity of grief. Clint is a missionary with the posture of a wounded shepherd. As a campus minister, he helps men and women find hope through the death and resurrection of Jesus. As a sufferer, he and his wife lost their first two babies in two years. In 2018, they lost Eli during delivery due to a fatal condition. In 2020, they lost Rowe through miscarriage. What sustained them was God's invitation to struggle honestly with him in their sorrow. Now, Clint teaches and writes in order to extend that same invitation to others. The Lord welcomes our wrestling in order to offer us rugged hope. He and Jillian live in Lancaster, PA, with their third child, Conley.  You can read more of Clint's writing at FrailFather.com or ClintDWatkins.com and connect with him on Instagram at @clintdwatkins. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

On this episode, we welcome Allie Demes, a postpartum and bereavement doula. Allie values transparency and honesty, openly sharing her journey to beauty from ashes, after the loss of her daughter, Calvary. She shares about the Lord's nearness as she travels through her healing journey and talks about how her experience has led her to find a new passion for ensuring other loss mamas never walk alone. Allie is a teacher turned homeschool mom and has been married to her best friend for 10 years. Together with their three living children, two dogs, a cockatiel and five chickens, they find magic in the mundane in sunny Florida.  If you are a survivor, we encourage you to join us at our annual Gathering where we honor our babies and our unique motherhood. Tickets are available now at GatheringHope.org/gathering-2022.To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this video and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or TikTok.We know that pregnancy loss is lonely, but you are not alone. We're survivors, too...let's walk through this together!SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokFacebook Community GroupFind Allie Demes online!InstagramWebsiteResources Mentioned in the show:Wild, Free, + Well Mama groupBook -  I Had a Miscarriage: A Memoir, A MovementBook - The Redbird Sings the Song of HopeTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the show If you are a survivor, we encourage you to join us at our annual Gathering where we honor our babies and our unique motherhoodSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Taking a departure from our normal interview with loss mamas, we invited Emily Morehead, a Licensed Professional Counselor & co-owner of The Couch Therapy to educate us on all things mental health. We talk about how to find a therapist, what to expect during your first appointment, the different types of therapy and how to establish whether they are a good fit for your personality and mental health goals. In this episode, you'll walk away empowered to start your own mental health journey. We also dive into postpartum grief, how to establish boundaries, the concept of suffering vs. pain, and self-care for bereaved parents. The resources that Emily shares are plentiful, so we've included all of them in the show notes below. We are so grateful for her dedication to providing excellent care for grieving mamas!  Show NotesBooks: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.It's Ok That You're Not Ok: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand, by Emily DevineSet Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, Nedra Glover TawwabGottman's Couples Therapy Postpartum Support International PSI 24-Hr Helpline: call or text 1.800.944.4773Find Emily onlineInstagramFacebookTikTokWebsiteFind us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramSupport the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

Welcome to Slaying the Stigma, a podcast focused on changing the narrative of pregnancy and infant loss, one mother at at a time. On this episode, we welcome Chelsey Schnell, founder of Evermore Blooms, as she shares with us how she combined the love of her children, Ava and Orion, with her entrepreneurial spirit to create a nonprofit organization that gifts a beautiful bouquet of flowers to moms on important days like due dates, after a miscarriage. She also shares the details of walking through baby loss and how her faith grew through that experience. Chelsey is also an enthusiastic, passionate leader who has most of The Office memorized, can't turn down a good piece of plain cheesecake, and believes with her entire soul that iced coffee is a year-round drink. You won't want to miss this heartfelt interview that embraces both laughter and tears! You can learn more about Evermore Blooms at Evermoreblooms.org.This series is designed to empower and encourage survivors in their healing journey, while also educating others seeking to understand the unique issues surrounding miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss. By highlighting women who vulnerably share their stories, our hope is that one of these conversations will resonate with you and inspire you to share with others in your own community! To continue the conversation, we invite you to share this podcast and subscribe. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or TikTok.If you are a survivor, we encourage you to join us at our annual Gathering where we honor our babies and our unique motherhood. Tickets are available now at GatheringHope.org/gathering-2022. Join our private Facebook group, Gathering Hope: A Community for Moms After Pregnancy and Infant Loss where you can meet other mothers and find support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/850363201806229We know that pregnancy loss is lonely, but you are not alone. We're survivors, too...let's walk through this together!Find Chelsey online at Evermore Blooms website or on social media, Instagram or Facebook.Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

On this episode, we welcome Dr. Cindy Haggerton, who bravely talks about her son, Evans and his impact on her life. We talk about grieving differently than your spouse, the new people that become part of your life after the heartbreaking loss of a baby, what has surprised her most about grief, her adoption journey, where she finds hope and how the Lord showed his hand through so many of the details, both big and small.SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokFind Cindy Haggerton online!InstagramWebsiteTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the show To continue the conversation, we invite you to share and subscribe to to this podcast. Connect with us at GatheringHope.org, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook or our private Facebook group, Gathering Hope: A Community for Moms After Pregnancy and Infant Loss where you can meet other mothers and find support. If you are a survivor, we encourage you to join us at our annual Gathering where we honor our babies and our unique motherhood. Early Bird tickets are available at GatheringHope.org/gathering-2022. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

"I remember journaling before going to bed, 'God please grant me peace as I go into this hospital, because I don't think I can do this.'"Meet Ali! We are so excited to share this interview with you--if there was ever a representation of how grief and joy can collide, this is it. In fact, after ending this interview that we recorded a few months ago, we instantly knew we wanted her to become one of our #Gathering2021 speakers. (And she said yes!!)Alishia shares her story with us, starting from the very beginning of her journey from engineer and newlywed, to stillbirth survivor & pregnancy loss advocate. We talk about where she's found hope, the role that her faith has played in her healing journey, the online community she found along the way and her role in fostering a welcoming atmosphere for those who are searching for other mothers like themselves. We hope you will join us this Thursday morning at 9am CST! You'll be able to watch here on Facebook, our YouTube channel or IGTV. Slaying The Stigma: Changing the Narrative, One Mother at a Time, encourages survivors in their healing journey, while also educating others who are unfamiliar with the issues surrounding miscarriage & infant loss. Our hope is that one of these conversations will resonate with you and inspire you to share with others in your own community. SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokFind Alishia Anderson online!InstagramWebsiteLinkTreeResources mentioned in today's episodeStill Here: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Triumph after Stillbirth, by Alishia AndersonTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

 We invite you to listen to our conversation with Mallory Morgan . Co as she talks about her recurring miscarriages & infertility, while believing God is in every step of the journey to growing her family.In our series, Slaying The Stigma: Changing the Narrative, One Mother at a Time, we highlight women who vulnerably share their perspective, their heart and their stories. By normalizing the conversation of pregnancy loss, we are collectively encouraging women in their healing journey and educating others who are unfamiliar with the issues surrounding miscarriage & infant loss.Listen in and help us welcome Mallory as she bravely shares her story. Can you relate to her experience? Share this important conversation with your community and help us slay the stigma!SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokFind Mallory Morgan online!InstagramFacebookWebsiteResources mentioned in today's episodeWorkWell.coWalking with God through Pain and Suffering, by Timothy KellerPiercing Heaven: Prayers of the PuritansA Grief Observed, by C.S. LewisRisen MotherhoodTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

“My journey has taken me some really incredible places that I wouldn’t have gone, otherwise. Obviously I would rather have my daughter here with me, but I’m just so amazed by the creativity of so many moms who have experienced pregnancy & infant loss, and what they do with their grief.” -Candi SummersTODAY, we invite you to explore the possibility that your unique experience and survival story could be exactly what another woman needs to hear as she navigates her own journey. Candi Summers shares personal story with miscarriage, mental health and her healing process. Plus, you’ll learn more about her work combating infant & maternal mortality, and how the experience of grieving her daughter Olivie Juliana then traveled across the world to minister to another mother in Liberia. Candi lives in Arlington, Texas with her children and her husband Nathan. She served on the board of the nonprofit BESTWA for 14 years and became Executive Director in January 2019.  Candi homeschools her children, and loves reading, genealogy, trivia, and people.Slaying The Stigma: Changing the Narrative, One Mother at a Time, is a series that encourages survivors in their healing journey, while also educating others who are unfamiliar with the issues surrounding miscarriage & infant loss. Our hope is that one of these conversations will resonate with you and inspire you to share with others in your own community.SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokFind Candi Summers online!InstagramFacebookResources mentioned in today's episodeBESTWATimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.

We’re honored to have author, speaker and coach, Pamela Henkelman return to share her story. Pamela is an enthusiastic encourager who believes all of life flows from our intimacy with God. She helps weary, discontent, Christian women build a deep bond with God and understand his love.Our new series, Slaying the Stigma, focuses on encouraging survivors in their healing journey, while also educating others who are unfamiliar with the issues surrounding miscarriage & infant loss. Our hope is that one of these interviews will resonate with you or inspire you to share with others in your own community.SHOW NOTES:Find us online!GatheringHope.orgInstagramFacebookYouTubeTikTokFind Pamela Henkelman online!Pamela's websiteInstagramResources mentioned in today's episodeI'll Hold You in Heaven, by Jack HayfordDraw Near Beloved: Six Growth Mindsets to Deepen Your FaithTimely Tender TotesJoin our email list HERE.Have a suggestion for who we should interview next? Send us an email at [email protected] Hope is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. To support this podcast and our mission to provide resources and community to miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss survivors, click HERE. Support the showInterested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope. Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.