This is where we say the things we can't say anywhere else to anyone else. Join certified life coach and stillbirth mom Jennifer Senn as she shares stories and has conversations about what life is like after suffering the loss of your baby and of the future you dreamed of before you heard those awful four words. Grief lasts a lifetime but you don't have to struggle with guilt, fear, and the isolation that is so common for loss moms. Navigating Baby Loss will give you inspiration and hope fro ...
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Guys and Grief is geared toward fathers that have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. The Podcast is meant to provide a platform to talk about the under-resourced, and often undiscussed, perspective of men that have experienced child loss. Created by 3 close friends - Brad who experienced multiple pregnancy losses, Brandon who lost a child to stillbirth, and Brian who lost a child to SIDS - the guys share stories and challenges, as well as laughs and a few tears, as they navigate helping m ...
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Hello everyone, I’m Mike Frey, your host, I want to welcome you to my Bereavement Miracles program of recovery. The Bereavement Miracles program is a 12-step systematic approach to unity and hope when dealing with the loss of a loved-one. My intent of this 12-step program is to help our listeners begin their journey towards healing by way of developing fellowship and a relationship with Christ. The word Miracles can be understood by the little changes in one’s life. What I mean by this i ...
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SEASON 4 FINALE - HONESTY TODAY, HOPE TOMORROW
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41:29Hey Fellas! We made it to the end of season 4. The guys chop it up and discuss the future of the podcast. We give a behind the scenes look at making and producing the podcast. We love our listeners and talk about our FINAL season about HOPE. We started this podcast to give hope and our we talk about our next chapter. We hope you enjoy! Please reach…
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113: Dr. Kimberly Flemke on What Really Keeps Couples Stuck After Loss
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27:06Send Jen a Text Message After stillbirth, grief finds its way into every corner of your life. And one of the first places it often shows up? Your relationship. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Kimberly Flemke, a licensed couple and family therapist, trauma expert, and energy psychology practitioner. With nearly 30 years of experience, Dr. Kimberl…
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112: Why It Makes Sense That You've Lost Your Purpose
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18:03Send Jen a Text Message When your baby dies, it’s not just them you lose—it’s the version of you that was going to be their mom. So what happens when the path you were on suddenly disappears? In today’s episode, I’m sharing something that so many of us loss moms silently struggle with—the deep, aching question of purpose. Who am I now that I’m no l…
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Actor Ravi Patel and Author/Therapist Mahaley Patel
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1:18:31Hey Guys! We are so excited and honored to present our latest episode with guests Ravi Patel and Mahaley Patel. Ravi is a well known actor who has starred in hit shows like Grandfathered and currently stars in Animal Control on Fox. His wife Mahaley also joins the show. She is author of "Your NICU Story: Reflecting on Family's Experience" and "Saac…
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111: When Going Back to Work Feels Impossible After Baby Loss
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18:41Send Jen a Text Message You’re barely surviving most days, and now someone expects you to show up like your old self at work? Let’s be honest — returning to work after losing your baby is one of the hardest, most disorienting parts of life after loss. And it’s not just about grief — it’s about identity, exhaustion, pressure, and a complete reshuffl…
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Fathers Day Episode with Zach Tauscher
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1:09:39Hey fellas! We are back with a new episode talking about the positives and challenges of Fathers Day in our G&G Q&A. We are then joined by Zach Tauscher who courageously tells the loss story of his daughter Brynlee Rose. We touch on some topics never discussed in G&G history: - how to navigate communication with family members immediately after a l…
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110: The Father’s Side of Stillbirth No One Talks About: My Husband's Story
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35:58Send Jen a Text Message In honor of Father’s Day, I invited my husband, David, onto the podcast for a candid and unscripted conversation about what it was really like for us to survive the loss of our stillborn twins—and what that journey looked like for our marriage, for each of us as individuals, and for the family we were trying to hold together…
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Send Jen a Text Message Have you ever looked around and thought, “Why me?” Or maybe more often, “Why not them?” In this raw and necessary episode, I’m talking about something that many of us feel but almost never say out loud: survivor’s guilt after stillbirth. That gut-punching question — Why was I allowed to live when my baby wasn’t? — doesn’t ha…
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Wives Grief Perspective with Guests Sarah Stoops and Amber Foy
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1:08:41Hey guys! Welcome back to another exciting episode of guys and grief. One of our most popular episodes was the finale of season 1 with our wives, so we decided to run it back and have two more wonderful ladies join us for a wives perspective episode. We are joined by Sarah Stoops and Amber Foy who are the wives of some of our Dadvocates: Scott Stoo…
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108: How to Deal with the Loss of Friendships After Baby Loss
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11:12Send Jen a Text Message When you lose your baby, no one warns you that you might lose your friends too. The texts fade, the calls stop, and suddenly you're not just grieving your child—you’re grieving relationships you thought were solid. And that secondary loss? It hits hard. In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal and often overlooked part…
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107: Are You Holding Onto Grief Because You’re Afraid to Let Go?
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17:24Send Jen a Text Message This one might hit a nerve… and I’m okay with that. In this solo episode, I’m gently (and lovingly) calling out something that I see a lot in my coaching practice — and that I’ve lived through myself. I’m talking about the hidden ways we can hold onto our grief, not because we want to suffer, but because it feels like the on…
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Choosing Love Over Fear with Guest Cody Hillberry
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1:27:43What's up fellas!? Brad, Brian & Brandon are back together with special guest Cody Hillberry. For the G&G Q&A this week, the guys discuss the pain of watching living children play sports. We dive into the difficulty of picturing your loss child participating in all the children activities and sports. We then chat with Cody Hillberry, who tells his …
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BONUS: What I Wish I Had After Losing My Baby
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18:00Send Jen a Text Message You are not broken. You are grieving — and doing an incredible job. In today’s solo episode, I’m sharing something deeply personal — and something that’s been a long time coming. I created The Stillbirth Roadmap because it’s exactly what I wish I’d had when I was navigating life after the loss of my twins. I remember that lo…
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106: Surviving Mother’s Day Without Your Baby: A Step-by-Step Guide
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17:02Send Jen a Text Message It’s May—and if you’re a stillbirth mom, you already know what that means. Everywhere you turn, there are pastel flowers, smiling babies, and commercials shouting about the “joy of motherhood.” But for you, Mother’s Day might feel more like a punch in the chest than a celebration. In this episode, I want to offer you somethi…
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Navigating Mothers Day with Guest Michael Woods
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1:13:13Brad and Brandon are back for another episode. The G&G Q&A this week is navigating Mothers Day after a loss. They are then joined by special guest Michael Woods who shares his story and the loss of Avery and birth of Julian. The topics include: - The pain of losing and delivering a stillborn baby - Cherishing the final moments after the birth of a …
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105: Permission to Feel Pleasure: Moving Forward After Baby Loss
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35:53Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, Jennifer Senn sits down with Morgane Horn, a sex and intimacy coach, to discuss the challenges of reconnecting with your body and partner after experiencing stillbirth. They explore the feelings of betrayal many women feel toward their bodies and the complex path to finding intimacy again. Morgan shares prac…
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104: Navigating Baby Announcements and Showers After Loss
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9:23Send Jen a Text Message Stillbirth moms—you don’t have to do this alone. The Always Loved Club is a new monthly space with live workshops, weekly audio support, private community chat, and Q&As for postpartum and pregnancy after loss. Plus, couples calls every few months. Join us at programs.jennifersenn.com/club. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE V…
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Loss Without Living Children with Guest Connor Roessler
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53:08What's up guys. Great episode today with Guest Connor Roessler. Connor opens up about the loss of his twins, Celeste and Callie. We dive into his heartbreaking story and discuss the following topics: - Experiencing a loss without living children - Navigating grief after losing twins - The decision process of trying again for another child. - Leanin…
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103: How to Cope with the Worry of Another Pregnancy Loss
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12:02Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, Jen discusses the pervasive fear many moms experience about becoming pregnant again after a stillbirth. She provides insights on why this fear exists, ways to manage it, and steps to move past it. Key points include making an informed decision with the support of a doctor, preparing both mind and body for pr…
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102: How to Deal With Comments From Others
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12:17Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, we address the challenges of handling insensitive comments following a stillbirth. Jen highlights her personal experiences and professional insights, she provides strategies for setting boundaries and communicating effectively with those who may not understand the grief of losing a baby. She emphasizes the i…
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The Decision to Stay or Leave Home After a Loss
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33:08What's up! We've got a new short episode lined up for you discussing the decision to stay or leave your home after a loss. Brad is enjoying family time at Disney, so the episode features Brian & Brandon. The boys discuss the following items: - The triggers in a home after a loss - The bad memories that could cause a family to leave. - Ways to honor…
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101: How to Navigate Life After Stillbirth: Healing, Hope, and Support for Moms
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37:25Send Jen a Text Message This episode is the conversation I had recently on an episode of Mom Essentials. Angie Weber and I tackled one of the hardest parts of motherhood—losing a child. I shared my personal story of loss at 32 weeks and how that experience led hme to create my coaching practice, Navigating Baby Loss. Together, we talk about what gr…
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100: Celebrating 100 Episodes: A Journey of Healing and Hope
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15:34Send Jen a Text Message In this special 100th episode of the Navigating Baby Loss podcast, host Jennifer Sin reflects on her journey from her very first recording to now. Jennifer shares the growth and milestones of the podcast, including its high rankings in the parenting and family categories. She discusses various tough topics addressed in previ…
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99: Grief Yoga: A Powerful Tool for Healing and Emotional Release
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33:50Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, I sit down with Jillene Gallatin, a grief and loss coach and yoga instructor, to explore the power of movement and mindfulness in healing. Jillene shares her deeply personal story of losing her mother to suicide at just 14 years old and how she struggled with isolation in a world that didn’t talk about grief…
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Pain into Purpose - With Guests Dan Stern and Ryan Stetz
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1:19:28This week, the guys return to G&G Q&A! Topic of this week is how we turned pain into purpose. We acknowledge how men can lose all purpose after a child loss. We discuss the how and the why of finding purpose after a lost. The boys then welcome Dan Stern and Ryan Stetz who are loss dads and also good friends. Dan and his wife started the Little Fox …
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98: Should I Be Over It By Now? The Truth About Grief After Stillbirth
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10:22Send Jen a Text Message Do you feel like you "should be over it" by now? If you've ever wondered why you're still feeling the pain of your baby's loss even as time has passed, this episode is for you. Jennifer shares insights into why grief lingers, how to cope with societal pressures, and practical steps you can take to honor your baby while allow…
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97: How to Cope with Your Baby’s Due Date or Stillbirth Anniversary
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10:23Send Jen a Text Message Facing the anniversary of your baby’s due date or stillbirth is one of the hardest milestones to navigate after loss. Whether your due date is approaching or has already passed, it can bring a mix of emotions—grief, sadness, longing, and even moments of peace. In this episode of Navigating Baby Loss, I share my personal expe…
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Season 4 Premier! Addressing Toxic Masculinity
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1:10:27Welcome back! Season 4 premier is here! The guys dive deep into the topic of toxic masculinity. We discuss why the traditional definition of masculinity can get in the way of the healing process after losing a child. We talk about the following topics: - The lack of male emotional models - Discuss how "toughness" plays a role in traditional masculi…
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96: Resuming Intimacy After Baby Loss: From Grief to Connection
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10:37Send Jen a Text Message This episode discusses the deeply personal and often challenging journey of resuming intimacy after baby loss. Grief can impact every aspect of life, including your relationship with your partner. Whether you’re feeling fear, guilt, anxiety, or even anger, you are not alone. Join me as we explore how to navigate these emotio…
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Send Jen a Text Message In this episode of the Navigating Baby Loss Podcast, Jennifer Senn explores the heavy burden of guilt that stillbirth moms often feel when trying to parent their living children while grieving. Jennifer offers compassionate insights into why these feelings are so common and shares practical tips to help you balance your grie…
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94: The ‘What Ifs’ That Keep You Up at Night: Letting Go of Self-Blame
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12:22Send Jen a Text Message We dive into one of the heaviest parts of grief after losing a baby: the relentless 'What Ifs.' What if I had gone to the hospital sooner? What if I had rested more? What if I had done something differently? These thoughts are not just fleeting—they become stones we carry, weighing us down day and night. Jennifer Senn shares…
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93: Talking About Your Baby After Loss: How to Share Their Story with Friends and Family
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10:10Send Jen a Text Message This episode explores the topic of talking to friends and family about your baby. Sharing your baby’s story is a powerful way to honor their memory, but it’s not always easy. Jen dives into why these conversations matter, why others might struggle to respond well, and practical tips for starting these tender discussions in a…
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92: When Jealousy Hurts: Coping with Seeing Others Have What You Longed For After Baby Loss
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11:20Send Jen a Text Message Have you ever felt a sharp pang of jealousy seeing a glowing pregnant woman, a joyful birth announcement, or a mom effortlessly juggling her baby and toddler? If so, you’re not alone—and you’re not a bad person for feeling that way. In this episode, I dive deep into the raw and relatable experience of jealousy after baby los…
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91:When Grief Changes You: Embracing the ‘New You’ After Loss
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17:26Send Jen a Text Message After the loss of a baby, many parents find themselves asking, “When will I feel like myself again?” Jennifer shares her own experiences and offers compassionate insights into how grief impacts our relationships, shifts our worldview, and reshapes our identity. Listeners will learn how to navigate changing friendships, appre…
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90: New Year, Same Journey: Carrying Your Baby's Memory Forward
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18:24Send Jen a Text Message In this episode of the Navigating Baby Loss podcast, host Jennifer Senn discusses the challenges that come with moving into a new year after the loss of a baby. She shares personal experiences and common feelings of anxiety, sadness, and guilt that many stillbirth and loss moms face during this time. Jennifer offers practica…
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89.Overcoming Fear of Bonding with a New Baby After Stillbirth
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16:40Send Jen a Text Message In this episode of Navigating Baby Loss, we discuss a sensitive but important topic: the fear of bonding with a new baby after experiencing the heartbreak of loss. While this fear may feel isolating, it’s more common than you think, and it does not make you a bad mom. Jen shares why it’s normal to feel disconnected or cautio…
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Holiday Bonus Episode! 12 'Feels' of Christmas
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1:04:16The guys are back with a bonus holiday episode! We themed this one the 12 'feels' of Christmas. We talk about all the conflicting emotions that loss dads have during the holidays. We dive into the following: - Joy & Sadness - Gratefulness & Anger - Togetherness & Lonliness - Relaxation & Stress - Dealing with Social/Holiday events - Holiday trigger…
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88: Healing Through Movement: How Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Supports Grief Recovery
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30:40Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, I sit down with Janice Eisman, a trauma-sensitive movement specialist, to discuss how trauma is stored in the body and why addressing it through movement is a vital part of the healing process. Janice shares her expertise in trauma-sensitive yoga, a powerful tool for those experiencing lingering effects of l…
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87: When Grief Feels Never-Ending: Coping With Holidays, Milestones and Triggers
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17:09Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, Jen discusses the challenges of facing the holiday season after the loss of a baby. While holidays are often seen as a time of joy, they can be an incredibly painful reminder of what is missing for grieving parents. Jen shares her personal story of navigating her first Thanksgiving just weeks after losing he…
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86: Conquering Fear of Pregnancy After Loss
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15:58Send Jen a Text Message In this episode of the *Navigating Baby Loss* podcast, Jen delves into the complex journey of pregnancy after loss, a path filled with fear, hope, and vulnerability. Drawing from her personal experience of becoming pregnant just four months after the loss of her twin daughters, Jen offers compassionate advice and actionable …
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85: The Body After Baby Loss: Coping with Physical and Emotional Changes
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20:55Send Jen a Text Message Jennifer explores the unexpected physical reminders such as milk production, stretch marks, and extra weight, and the overwhelming emotions of betrayal and distrust many women feel toward their bodies after loss. She addresses a topic that is often overlooked but profoundly significant—coping with the physical and emotional …
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84: From Grief to Community: The Story Behind the Rainbow Skirt Project
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29:10Send Jen a Text Message Sarah Cox shares her story of love, loss, and resilience. From facing infertility and navigating the unexpected challenges of pregnancy to the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Jasmine at 32 weeks, Sarah shares her journey with raw honesty. We discuss how she coped with grief, the regrets and challenges that came after, and…
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83: Coping with Grief Surprises: How to Handle Unexpected Waves of Emotion After Baby Loss
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24:19Send Jen a Text Message In this episode of the *Navigating Baby Loss* podcast, Jen explores the unexpected waves of grief that can take us by surprise, even long after we think we’re "healed." Through personal stories and compassionate insights, Jen shares why these moments happen and offers practical strategies to help you navigate them with kindn…
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2ND BONUS EPISODE!!!! The guys get back together one more time to discuss Halloween. The guys discuss how triggering the holiday can be for families that have experienced a loss. The guys discuss: - Triggers (happy kids everywhere) - The importance of living children when getting through the holiday - Imagining your lost child dressing up and trick…
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82: Rebuilding Relationships After Stillbirth: How to Heal with Your Partner, Friends, and Family
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15:13Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, we explore how to rebuild relationships after the devastating loss of a baby to stillbirth. Whether it's your relationship with your partner, friends, or family, grief can deeply impact these connections. Jen shares her personal story of how seeing someone turn away from her at the grocery store after her lo…
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81:Living With Uncertainty: Navigating Grief After Stillbirth Without All the Answers
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17:38Send Jen a Text Message In this episode of the Navigating Baby Loss podcast, we dive into one of the hardest parts of grief: living with unanswered questions. After stillbirth, many parents are left asking, "Why did this happen?" These questions can feel overwhelming, especially when there aren't any clear answers. Join me, Jennifer Senn, as I shar…
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80: Breaking the Cycle of Guilt: How to Let Go After Stillbirth
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15:30Send Jen a Text Message In this heartfelt episode of *Navigating Baby Loss*, host Jennnifer Senn opens up about her personal experience with guilt following the stillbirth of her twin daughters. She shares the story of how she blamed herself for their loss, wondering if her initial shock and fear at learning she was expecting twins contributed to t…
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Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month Bonus Episode
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39:22BONUS EPISODE!!!! The guys get back together for a special episode to celebrate Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. We break down what "awareness" really means. We talk about the audience of awareness and how it is unique to every man. At the end of the day, we want to build a community around pregnancy and infant loss. ENJOY!…
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79: Healing Doesn't Mean Forgetting Your Baby After Loss
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14:15Send Jen a Text Message This podcast episode addresses a common concern among bereaved parents: the fear of forgetting their baby as they heal from grief. Drawing from 25 years of personal experience with baby loss, the host explores topics such as survivor's guilt, the impact of clinging to grief, and the misconception that constant sorrow equates…
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78: Navigating Pregnancy After Loss with Humor and Healing
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46:11Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, we speak with Aspen, a clinical social worker who shares her personal and professional insights on pregnancy after infant loss. Aspen discusses her journey from losing her first child, Otis, to pregnancy with her rainbow baby, Lenara, offering both emotional support and practical advice for those on a simila…
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