Still A Part of Us: A podcast about pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and infant loss
226 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsStill A Part of Us is a place where moms and dads can share the birth story of their child who was stillborn or who died in infancy.
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What Can I Do To Help A Mother After Their Child Has Died | Advice From A Loss Mom
June 30, 2024 06:00 - 47 minutes - 87.9 MBClaire talks with Winter about that she has been experiencing since the death of her daughter Paulie, due to shoulder dystocia during birth. Claire talks about the wonderful friends that set up a meal train that helped her family not have to worry about making food. Claire talks about going back to work to easy herself back into "normality" and to help distract herself a little. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciat...
One Moment We Were So Happy, And Then It All Changed | A Mothers Story Of Child Loss
June 23, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 185 MBWinter speaks with Claire about her sweet little daughter Paulie, who was born at 41 weeks but passed in the birthing process. Claire talks about the joy of her pregnancy and the happiness that came from expecting a new member to their family. She talks about going to the birthing center and enjoying the process until Paulie was stuck in the birthing canal and needed to be rushed to the hospital to finish the birthing. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued p...
How Finding Community Helped Me Heal In My Grief | Advice From A Mother Of Stillbirth
June 16, 2024 06:00 - 27 minutes - 51.1 MBAri and Winter talk about things that have helped after the death of Kai, Ari's sweet baby boy who was stillborn. Ari talks about the people who came and supported her after the loss, and how that has help her to heal. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of these f...
He Was Born In The Golden Hour | A Mothers Stillbirth Story
June 09, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 192 MBWinter talks with Ari about her sweet little boy Kai, who was stillborn at 30 weeks. Ari talks about the joy of announcing to her husband that she was pregnant and the fun they had telling their families later that they were expecting a baby. Ari recounts how she became nervous when she didn't feel normal movement from her Kai, and went to the hospital to have her nerves calmed. There in a place that should have been peaceful, her world was thrown into sadness and grief. DONATE $5 (aka "...
I'm Able To Say Their Names And Share Their Story | Advice From A Mother Of Loss
June 02, 2024 06:00 - 20 minutes - 37.5 MBElif talks with Winter about what has helped her heal in these short months after the passing of her twin children Mavi and Deniz, who died shortly after birth due to placental failure and complications of cholestasis of Elif's pregnancy. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providi...
My Little Swallows Are Flying In Paradise | A Mothers Story Of Loss
May 26, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBElif and Winter have a beautiful conversation about her sweet twin children, Mavi and Deniz who were born at 25 weeks do to placental failure and complications of cholestasis of her pregnancy. Elif talks about the struggle that she and her husband had to conceive, but the joy they experienced when they did have a positive birth test and later about finding out that they were expecting twins. Elif talks about the health care and attention she received during her pregnancy in her home country ...
10 Months Since Losing My Daughter | Advice From a Mother Of Stillbirth
May 19, 2024 06:00 - 34 minutes - 64.4 MBKaileigh and Winter talk about how life has been since the passing of Melody, who died in utero at 21 weeks and 5 days. Kaileigh talks about the support from good family and friends and the relief that has had. Kaileigh talks about and shares a poem she wrote for her sweet Melody. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of...
Her Big Brother Chose The Perfect Name | Stillborn at 21 Weeks
May 12, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBWinter has a wonderful conversation with Kaileigh about her daughter Melody, who was stillborn at 21 weeks and 5 days. Kaileigh talks about how she had the "perfect" first trimester with very little morning sickness. How the got the 3D ultrasound and the beautiful videos of Melody. Kaileigh then recounts having a premonition feeling that something wasn't correct as they come home from a short vacation. Kaileigh and her husband went in for the postponed 20 week ultrasound and were told that t...
Finding Support While Mourning | Advice From A Stillbirth Mother
May 05, 2024 06:00 - 30 minutes - 57.3 MBMakayla and Winter talk about the little things that helped in the recovery after Makayla's little daughter Cambria passed away due to complications with Type 1 diabetes. Makayla talks about the wonderful people what have surrounded her and helped her become a better mother and advocate. Makayla talks about the changing circumstances in her healing that has lead her to where she is now. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We a...
I Don't Get To Talk About My Late Daughter As Much | A Mother's Stillbirth Story
April 28, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 211 MBWinter talks with Makayla about her little sweet daughter Cambria, who was stillborn due to Makayla experiencing complications with Type 1 diabetes. Makayla tells Winter about the excitement of finding out that she was pregnant and getting more excited to welcome this little girl into their lives. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an ...
How To Celebrate Your Late Child Throughout Life? | Advice From A Mother Of Stillbirth
April 21, 2024 06:00 - 31 minutes - 58.2 MBLori and Winter talk about how grief has changed over almost 30 years since Cassi was stillborn. They talk about the way life has shaped the way Lori and her family has gone about remembering and including Cassi. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of these famili...
I Have Always Kept Her In My Heart | A Mothers Stillbirth Story
April 14, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 154 MBWinter talks with Lori about her sweet little Cassi, who was stillborn due to the umbilical cord being wrapped around her neck multiple times. Lori talks about the fear of getting pregnant for the fifth time (three live births and one miscarriage) and not knowing if she could do it again. She talks about how they had moved to a new-ish city for them, and were away from family with only a small network of friends and neighbors. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the con...
The Ways People Helped After My Sons Passing | Advice From A Mother Of Loss
April 07, 2024 06:00 - 25 minutes - 48 MBChelsie talks with Winter about the impactful things people did after the death of her son Desmond, who died at 38 weeks due to a true knot in his umbilical cord. Chelsie talks about having time and space to mourn and the differences in grief she and her husband experienced. Chelsie reflects on the was they talked to their 2 year old daughter about the death of her little baby brother and hopes that it will help her understand the love they have for him. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot...
My Sweet Little Desmond, Till We Meet Again | A Mothers Stillbirth Story
March 31, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 146 MBWinter chats with Chelsie about her sweet little baby boy, Desmond. He was stillborn due to a true knot in his umbilical cord. Chelsie talks about he joy of finding out that they were pregnant, and the excitement of expanding their family. Chelsie talks about going to the hospital to get a NST after not feeling Desmond move and being told that there was no heartbeat. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the hel...
What I Now Feel After My Baby's Death | Advice From A Mother Of Stillbirth
March 24, 2024 06:00 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBWinter and Stephanie talk about how life has been for Stephanie since the passing of her son Cedric, who was stillborn at 18 weeks. Stephanie talks about trying to find answers to the many questions that surround the causes of he's death. Stephanie also discovered health issues she had which has caused her to be extra cautious in her subsequent pregnancy and birth. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help ...
Even Though He Was So Small, He Will Always Live In My Heart | My Stillbirth Story
March 17, 2024 06:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MBStephanie and Winter talk about the birth of little Cedric, who was stillborn a 18 weeks. Stephanie was a young mother getting her family started and this was her third birth. Her first birth had some complications and her child was born alive and healthy, just very small (around 2 kg/4.5 lbs). Stephanies second pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage, and she found herself pregnant with Cedric shortly after. All seemed to be going well until she awoke one morning with some spotting. She then ha...
I Still Imagine What My Son Would Be Like As A Grown Man | Advice From A Mother Of SIDS Loss
March 10, 2024 07:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBTammy and Winter talk about the constant evolving of grief and sorrow that comes from loosing a child. Tammy talks about what helped her 28+ years ago and what she has had to do for herself. Tammy also talks about the pain of watching her own daughter go through a stillbirth of her grandson and how she has tried to help. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if...
Left For Heaven After Only 2 Months | A Mother's SIDS Story
March 03, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBTammy and Winter talk about sweet little Cody, who died at two months due to SIDS. Cody was such a loved son and brother, and he is still loved dearly by all who know him and his family. Tammy tells us about what it was like in the 90's for her with giving birth and life. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Leg...
Helping A Parent After The Loss Of A Child | Advice From A Mother Of Loss
February 25, 2024 07:00 - 16 minutes - 31.4 MBWinter and Leesa talk about the things that helped after the loss of Avery, Leesa's son who developed bilateral renal agenesis in utero and was stillborn after 24 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of these families that shares their story, full transcripti...
I Was So Excited To Have Two Little Baby Boys | A Stillbirth Mother's Story
February 18, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBWinter talks with Leesa about his little boy Avery, who developed in the womb with bilateral renal agenesis (BRA). Avery born at 24 weeks after being induced. Avery passed in utero. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of these families that shares their story, full...
Learn To Support And Mourn Together | Advice From A Stillbirth Father
February 11, 2024 07:00 - 12 minutes - 24 MBMatt talks about what he has learned about mourning after the death of his daughter Ivy, who passed due to a cord accident. Matt talks about learning to support and mourn together as a couple and as a family. That even though he felt that he needed to have some isolation, that was actually a detriment to his relationships. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or ...
I've Become A Different Man Since My Daughters Death | A Father's Stillbirth Story
February 04, 2024 07:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MBMatt and Lee talk about the birth of Matt's daughter, Ivy Rebecca. They talk about how Matt and Sharon (Matt's ex) decided to not find out the gender of their unborn baby and the excitement of getting ready to welcome in this new baby. Matt tells us about waking up with Sharon as she started the labor process and getting the hospital bags into the car and coming back to find Sharon in the kitchen already progressing in labor. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the conti...
Having Compassion And Holding Space For Parents Of Loss | Advice From A Mother Of Loss
January 28, 2024 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBWinter talks with Sharon about the healing process and all that has happened after the death of Ivy, almost 7 years ago. They talk about grieving and having a group to go to. Sharon talks about being drawn to help and having a support around her that makes it possible to raise funds at certain times for organizations that are in need. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting co...
To My Little Ivy, May You Rest In Peace | My Stillbirth Story
January 21, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MBSharon and Winter talk about little Ivy Rebecca, who was stillborn at 40 weeks due to a cord accident. Sharon recounts the surprise of finding herself pregnant, because it took some time to become pregnant with her other children. She talks about lining up midwives and a birthing doula and finding out the gender during the 20 week ultrasound appointment. Sharon also tells us about how Ivy was born and having to plan a funeral instead of enjoying the sweet beginning of a new life. DONATE $5...
I Never Got To Hold My Daughter | Bailey's Stillbirth Story
January 14, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBBailey talks with Winter about her beautiful daughter Hazel, who was stillborn at 37 weeks do to a gun wound. Bailey recounts the excitement that was building and the anticipation to meet her. Bailey recounts the tragic events that lead to the death of her unborn child, and the process of having to recover physically and emotionally after such a horrific event. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help towar...
I Want The World To Know Of My Late Son | Advice From A Mother Of Loss
January 07, 2024 07:00 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MBChristine and Winter talk about ways people helped after the loss of Dom, Christines son who died in utero. They talk about how they as mothers want to tell friends and family about their child. They talk about the different ways people mourn loss and how that can affect relationships. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Pa...
My Son Should Be Here With Me | A Mothers Stillbirth Story
December 31, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBChristine and Winter talk about little Dominic (Dom) and the impact he has had on Christine and her husband since his stillbirth at 25 weeks due to preeclampsia. Christine voiced her concerns with her medical staff, but felt that she was being told to not worry and that everything was normal. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Alw...
Your Short Life Was Only Filled With Love And Family | Advice From Loss Parents
December 24, 2023 07:46 - 44 minutes - 61 MBIn this episode, Winter talks with Jinu and Gibin about their little baby boy, Jayden. They talk about the things that others have done that have help and brought peace to their grieving hearts. They talk about the legacy that Jayden has left on his family and how that will carry on forever. Jinu and Gibin also announce that they are expecting a new baby, and Jinu reads a letter she has written explaining the importance of big brother Jayden. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to ...
OUR SWEET LITTLE BOY, TAKEN BACK TO HEAVEN | SIDS At 15 Weeks
December 17, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBJinu and Gibin talk with Winter about their sweet little baby boy, Jayden, who died suddenly at 15 weeks. Jinu and Gibin recount the excitement of adding another child to their family, and who their little girls were at first upset that they would have a little brother, but became loving and sweet sisters during the pregnancy. Jinu talks about the complications that arised during gestation and how she had to be induced. Jinu and Gibin talk about the concerns they had when Jayden seemed to ha...
YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT OTHERS ARE SUFFERING | Advice From A Father Of Loss
December 10, 2023 07:00 - 18 minutes - 35.1 MBDavid and Lee talk about what things to remember in life, especially after experiencing the loss of his twin daughters. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of these families that shares their story, full transcriptions, mp3s, and mp4s of the recordings of their ba...
My Daughters Were Born Sleeping, But Together Forever | David's Story Of Stillbirth And Infant Loss
December 05, 2023 17:01 - 2 hours - 177 MBDavid tells the birth story of his twin daughters, Hazel and Violet, who were born prematurely. Hazel was diagnosed with Anencephaly, but Violet was healthy. David recounts the weeks they had mourning the impending loss of their little Hazel, but they never thought that they would have to have to mourn the loss of both of their unborn daughters. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production a...
I AM THEIR MOTHER, I CAN'T LET THEM BE FORGOTTEN | Advice From A Mother Of Loss
November 26, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 59 MBCat and Winter talk together about the things that have helped Cat when her twin daughters passed, Violet in utero and Hazel shortly after birth. They talk about what friends and family have done for them in their grief and how that has helped them to heal. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20...
Our Twins Are Together In Heaven | Cat's Story Of Stillbirth And Infant Loss
November 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBCat talks with Winter about her twin daughters Violet and Hazel, who were born prematurely. Hazel was diagnosed with Anencephaly, but Violet was health. Cat and her husband Dave were preparing for both a funeral for one of their children and a live birth of a little baby girl. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of U...
Learning How To Mother After Loss | Advice After Stillbirth
November 12, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBAnna and Winter talk about how Anna was able able to build a legacy for her stillborn son, Liam, who was stillborn at 40 weeks. Anna and Winter discuss how Anna was able to donate her pumped breastmilk and to set up a non-profit (Gifts From Liam https://www.giftsfromliam.org/ ) to collect diapers for families that are in need. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. ...
I KNEW THE STATISTICS, BUT HE SHOULDN'T HAVE BEEN ONE | My 40 Week Stillbirth Story
November 05, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBAnna talks with Winter about the birth of her son, Liam, at 40 weeks. Anna was getting excited and planning everything that she needed to to with arrival of her little son, Liam. All was going well until she started to feel less movement and was told that "maybe he's just running out of room to move." Anna tells Winter about finding out at the hospital that he didn't have a heartbeat and having to start the process of delivering her son. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to suppo...
What Helped Me After The Loss Of My Daughter | Advice From A Mother Of Loss
October 29, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBFarrah and Winter have a chat about all the good and bad that happened after Samira passed away shortly after being born at 20 weeks. Farrah talks about the how her support was there for her and how she also was able to find a therapist and a grief support group to help in her healing. Farrah tells Winter about starting work back at the hospital (she is a L&D nurse) and having a very supportive work environment that has allowed her to take time for heal while still being a vital part of her ...
She Lived For Only An Hour, But I'll Love Her Forever | Born At 20 Weeks
October 22, 2023 07:09 - 1 hour - 103 MBWinter talks with Farrah about her sweet daughter, Samira, who was born at 20 weeks. Farrah talks about the process she went through to become pregnant and her determination to be a mother. They talk about the stress and hardship of finding out when Farrah's water broke and Farrah going on bedrest. The fear and pain of contracting an infection that would ultimately force Farrah to give birth, DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories....
ALL THE DIFFERENT SCENARIOS THAT COULD SET OFF YOUR SADNESS | Advice From A Father Of Loss
October 15, 2023 06:00 - 7 minutes - 11.2 MBSebastian and Lee talk about strategies that have helped father Sebastian after the loss of his son, Sebastian. Sebastian talks about scheduling and planning outings that will help you get out and experience the world again. He also talks about truly thinking about scenarios that might trigger you or cause you to have an emotionally difficult time, and to to think of coping mechanisms that will help you to overcome those times. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the con...
I DIDN'T UNDERSTAND WHAT THE DOCTOR WAS TELLING ME | A Father's Story Of Stillbirth
October 08, 2023 06:00 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBFather Sebastian and Lee talk about little baby Sebastian, who was stillborn at 40 weeks. Sebastian and his wife, Stephanie, were so excited to finally welcome their son to the world. Everything seemed like it was going smoothly until Stephanie stopped feeling Sebastian moving at 40 weeks, the end of the pregnancy. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want ...
WHAT HAS HELPED AFTER THE LOSS OF MY BABY SON | Mother of Stillbirth
October 01, 2023 06:00 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBStephanie and Winter talk about some coping strategies that have helped her after the loss of her baby son, Sebastian. Stephanie talks about practicing what she would say in different situations, and that gave her confidence that she would be able to honor Sebastian no matter the situation. Stephanie send an email before hand to her co-workers about her openness to them asking and talking about Sebastian, that way they would be comfortable approaching her. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/h...
He Was Our Big Little Baby Boy | Stillbirth Story From A Mom Of Loss
September 24, 2023 06:00 - 2 hours - 193 MBStephanie and Winter talk about the birth of baby Sebastian. Stephanie recounts the difficulty of getting pregnant due to infertility issues. The joy of finally finding out that she and her husband were pregnant. The happy little family that they were and the excitement as the days ticked down to his due date. Stephanie tells us about finding out that Sebastian had passed and the pain of having to deliver him via C-Section because he was 10 lbs. Stephanie is a proud mamma and she truly loves...
How Can I Help After The Death Of A Child | Advice From A Mother Of Stillbirth
September 17, 2023 06:00 - 40 minutes - 56.5 MBWinter and Rebecca talk about the good and the bad things that have happened after the loss of Adrian, who was stillborn at 38 weeks. Rebecca loves the poem "Go to the Limits of Your Longing" by Rainer Maria Rilke God speaks to each of us as he makes us, then walks with us silently out of the night. These are the words we dimly hear: You, sent out beyond your recall, go to the limits of your longing. Embody me. Flare up like a flame and make big shadows I can move in. Let...
I Hoped That The Doctor Was Wrong | A Mothers Stillbirth Story
September 10, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBRebecca and Winter talk about the birth of little Adrian, who was stillborn at 38 weeks. Rebecca talks about how it was a perfect pregnancy and she had already chosen a date for the Cesarean section procedure. Winter and Rebecca talk about when at the office visit the nurses and the doctor were not able to find a heartbeat and pronounced the death of Adrian. Rebecca remembers being so numb and emotionally strained. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued produc...
I've Changed Since Her Passing | Father of Stillbirth
September 03, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 100 MBParker talks with Lee about his daughter Adrian, who was stillborn at 38 weeks due to unknown reasons. Parker talks about the tumultuous time leading up to the birth of Adrian. The change of employment, the struggle of family members, the sell and purchase of a home. All these capped with the pain of losing their daughter. Parker talks about finding a group of people around him that become a good support and also finding a purpose in helping other parents of loss. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a ...
Finding Grace For Others In My Grief | Advice From A Father Of Stillbirth
August 27, 2023 06:00 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MBDoug talks about the impact counseling has had on him after the loss of his little son, DJ at 21 weeks and 6 days. Doug and Lee talk about finding grace for others and pausing before reacting. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of these families that shares their sto...
Meeting My Son, DJ | A Father's Stillbirth Story
August 20, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 81.7 MBDoug and Lee talk about the birth and impact that DJ has had on Doug and Amy. Doug recounts the struggle they had to get pregnant, the joy they experienced watching DJ grow inside Amy and how it was "a perfect" pregnancy until Amy started to feel some pain at almost 22 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Leg...
We Were Different People Before | Advice From A Mother Of Stillbirth
August 13, 2023 06:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBAmy talks with Winter about the journey she has had after the loss of her son, DJ who was stillborn at 22 weeks. Amy talks about what has helped her to stay strong, and what has helped her to stay bonded with her husband, Doug. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $20, you'll be providing to one of t...
We Were So Proud, But We Were So Sad | Stillborn At 22 Weeks
August 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBAmy talks with Winter about her sweet little son DJ, who was stillborn at 22 weeks. Amy talks about the the struggle they had with infertility and the joy and excitement she experienced when they found out they were pregnant. Amy talks about when she and her husband, Doug, found out that their son wouldn't survive due to Amy going into early labor. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production ...
What Can You Do To Help A Mother Of Loss | Advice About Stillbirth
July 30, 2023 06:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBPaige and Winter have a nice conversation about what ways people helped after the loss of her son, Sebastian. Paige talks about how some people really stepped up and helped, and surprisingly were able to comfort her and her husband in the weeks and months after. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for $...
HAPPY 5TH BIRTHDAY, BRANNAN! We Love And Miss You
July 23, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MBIt's been five years since our son was stillborn, and we have been blessed to have the opportunity to talk with so many other parents of loss. We started this channel to find support for ourselves, and also give a place of community for families who have experienced loss. We love our son, and we miss him dearly everyday. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you...