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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Remembering Happiness | A Guided Meditation
February 06, 2022 07:00 - 7 minutes - 7.69 MBWe partnered with Stacey Cardon of Soul Garden Coaching to develop this meditation, to have a time to remember and feel a moment of happiness. We all hope for a life full of happiness, but sometimes we need to take just a moment to remember a time of happiness. Find Stacey and Soul Garden Coaching here: http://www.soulgardencoaching.com/ MUSIC BY: HigherMind RoyaltyFreeMusic https://www.highermind-royaltyfreemusic.com/product/432-hz-no-copyright-music/ DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/...
03: Jeff's birth story of Jeff Jr., diagnosed with bilateral renal agenesis
January 31, 2022 00:05 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBDad Jeff tells, from his perspective, about his wife's 2nd pregnancy and the birth story of their son, Jeff Jr., who was diagnosed with bilateral renal agenesis, the absence of both kidneys at birth, at the 20-week ultrasound. The doctors told Bre and Jeff that Little Jeff would not live if she delivered him early or later. They decided to carry him as long as possible, and after he was born, Jeff Jr. lived for 6 hours and was able to spend time with his mom Bre, dad Jeff, and sister Murphy....
REBROADCAST 01: Bre's birth story of Jeff Jr., diagnosed with bilateral renal agenesis
January 31, 2022 00:02 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBMom Bre tells, from her perspective, about her 2nd pregnancy and the birth story of her son, Jeff Jr., who was diagnosed with bilateral renal agenesis, the absence of both kidneys at birth, at her 20-week ultrasound. The doctors told Bre and Jeff that Little Jeff would not live if she delivered him early or later. They decided to carry him as long as possible, and after he was born, Jeff Jr. lived for 6 hours and was able to spend time with his mom Bre, dad Jeff, and sister Murphy. Jeff Jr. ...
IN MEMORY OF GRAHAM & SAVANNAH | Twins born at 22 weeks
January 20, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 213 MBRyan shares with us the story of his wonderful twin children. He tells us of the pain and sorrow of what was happening in his life before he and his wife (Michele) were able to conceive. The joy that their children brought to they, and their families. The concern and frustration when their medical team told them about Michele having to go onto bed rest so early in the pregnancy. The fierce fight and the ultimate sorrow they suffered with the loss of both of their children. And how they have ...
IN MEMORY OF GRAHAM & SAVANNAH | Twins born at 22 weeks
January 20, 2022 23:00Ryan shares with us the story of his wonderful twin children. He tells us of the pain and sorrow of what was happening in his life before he and his wife (Michele) were able to conceive. The joy that their children brought to they, and their families. The concern and frustration when their medical team told them about Michele having to go onto bed rest so early in the pregnancy. The fierce fight and the ultimate sorrow they suffered with the loss of both of their children. And how they have ...
IN MEMORY OF GRAHAM & SAVANNAH | Twins born at 22 weeks
January 20, 2022 23:00Ryan shares with us the story of his wonderful twin children. He tells us of the pain and sorrow of what was happening in his life before he and his wife (Michele) were able to conceive. The joy that their children brought to they, and their families. The concern and frustration when their medical team told them about Michele having to go onto bed rest so early in the pregnancy. The fierce fight and the ultimate sorrow they suffered with the loss of both of their children. And how they have ...
What to do after loosing twins | Advice from a mother of loss
January 13, 2022 03:38 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBMichele talks with Winter and gives advice for parents who have experienced the loss of a child and for friends and family who are trying to help someone who has lost a child. 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 transcri...
In Memory of Graham and Savannah | Born at 22 Weeks
January 06, 2022 21:09 - 1 hour - 261 MBMichele tell us the story of her beautiful twin babies, Graham and Savannah that were born at 22 weeks. Michele was on bed rest for 10 days due to an incompetent cervix. Her water broke which then caused an infection and forcing them to have to deliver their twin babies. 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 G...
After Stillbirth | What Father Stephen Has Done To Help His Grief
December 30, 2021 22:19 - 13 minutes - 13 MBFather Stephen talks about what he and his wife, Victoria have done to help them remember their daughter Ophelia. Stephen talks about how he openly talks about his children, including Ophelia and that it helps him to connect with other parents of loss. Stephen also advises those looking for grief support groups to "shop around" for one that will fit and benefit you. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help to...
Dad Stephen's Story of Ophelia's Stillbirth at 39 Weeks
December 24, 2021 00:34 - 30 minutes - 70 MBFather Stephen Talks to us about his daughter Ophelia Lennox, who was stillborn at 39 weeks and 4 days. Stephen and his wife Victoria were at one of the last checkups before the due date when the midwife couldn't find a heartbeat. They rushed to the hospital to deliver their daughter Ophelia in January of 2019. 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 p...
After Her Daughter's Stillbirth: What Helped Angel Mom Victoria
December 08, 2021 22:29 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBMom Victoria discusses in this interview the time after her daughter Ophelia was stillborn and what and who helped her, especially her family who were there physically for her and her husband Stephen, but also gave them plenty of space. She also talks about the support groups and women that experienced similar losses that helped her. Listen to Victoria's birth story of Ophelia: https://youtu.be/CTbFzYPmh10 DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of...
Victoria Tell's Baby Ophelia's Birth Story, Stillborn at 39 Weeks 4 Days
December 05, 2021 22:07 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBMom Victoria tells about her pregnancy and birth story of her first child Ophelia, who was stillborn at 39 weeks and 4 days. Victoria and her husband Stephen were at her weekly appointment, when the midwife couldn't find Ophelia's heartbeat on the Doppler. They were sent to the nearest hospital, where they confirmed that Ophelia had passed away. Victoria was induced and delivered Ophelia in January 2019. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of the...
Connecting with Your Baby After Your Baby Died | A Guided Meditation
November 19, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.34 MBIn honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we partnered with Stacey Cardon of Soul Garden Coaching to develop this meditation, to have a space to connect with your baby after your baby passed away. We all hope for so many things for your child, and this is a way to feel close to him or her. Find Stacey at Soul Garden Coaching here: https://www.soulgardencoaching.com/ DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciat...
Dad Jeff's Story of Amber's Birth and Death at 36 Weeks Due To Bilateral Renal Agenesis
November 15, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 103 MBDad Jeff tells of his beautiful daughter Amber who was born without kidneys and the struggle he and his wife have had with not only the loss of their daughter, but the second loss of a child due to bilateral renal agenesis. And we would like to wish a Happy Birthday to Amber Rae! Listen to Jeff's wife Bre's account of the Amber's birth here: https://youtu.be/vJInExVSl6Y DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the...
Mom Bre Tells Birth Story and Death of Amber, Born Without Kidneys at 36 Weeks
November 15, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 178 MBMom Bre tells of her daughter Amber Rae and how she was born without kidneys (bilateral renal agenesis) like her older brother Jeff Jr. Amber died after living for only 1 hour. Bre tells of her and her husband's grief of losing their 2nd child Jeff Jr first, then getting pregnant and were devastated when they were told Amber didn't have kidneys either. Happy Birthday today, Amber! Listen to Bre's husband Jeff's account of Amber's birth and death here: https://youtu.be/WkTp7uX5sFU DONAT...
After Daughter Hazel's Stillbirth, Dad Tad Advises to Take Care of Oneself Physically
November 12, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBDad Tad shares in the interview what helped him to grieve the loss of his daughter Hazel, who was born still at 36 weeks. He found that taking care of himself physically helped him emotionally. Tad also thinks about how they'll celebrate her upcoming 1st birthday, and Lee advises Tad to be gentle on themselves that day. Tad and his wife Taylor also have a dedicated spot with all of Hazel's things that helps them feel close to her. Watch Tad's account of Hazel's birth: https://youtu.be/jSbs1...
Dad Tad's Story of Daughter Hazel's Birth, Stillborn at 36 Weeks
November 11, 2021 05:21 - 35 minutes - 81.5 MBDad Tad recounts the stillbirth story of his daughter Hazel in the middle of the COVID pandemic, telling us of his wife Taylor's early miscarriage, then pregnancy with Hazel and when they found out Hazel's heart wasn't beating anymore. He describes their time in the hospital and when she was born and how perfect she looked. They later made arrangements for her burial and had a beautiful funeral for her with family and friends as best they could during the pandemic. Listen to his wife Tayl...
Dad Tad's Story of Daughter Hazel's Birth, Stillborn at 36 Weeks
November 11, 2021 05:21Dad Tad recounts the stillbirth story of his daughter Hazel in the middle of the COVID pandemic, telling us of his wife Taylor's early miscarriage, then pregnancy with Hazel and when they found out Hazel's heart wasn't beating anymore. He describes their time in the hospital and when she was born and how perfect she looked. They later made arrangements for her burial and had a beautiful funeral for her with family and friends as best they could during the pandemic. Listen to his wife Tayl...
Mom Taylor's Life After Stillbirth During The COVID-19 Pandemic
November 04, 2021 04:12 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBMom Taylor tells of the struggle she and her husband Tad had after their daughter Hazel was stillborn at 36 weeks, during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how they were unable to be physically close to others when they may have needed it. But because of that, they were able to draw closer together as a couple, though they grieved and mourned on different timelines and in different ways. Taylor also talks about how much her faith in God and the prayers of others has helped her through this sad ti...
Mom Taylor Shares Birth Story of Daughter Hazel, Born Still at 36 Weeks | She Was PERFECT!
October 25, 2021 04:55 - 1 hour - 140 MBMom Taylor shares the heartbreaking story of finding out that her first child, her daughter Hazel's heartbeat stopped around 36 weeks gestational age and that she would be stillborn. She and her husband Tad were devastated and she describes her pregnancy, finding out, delivering Hazel, and spending time with her in the hospital. She also tells of her beautiful funeral service and the autopsy results. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these s...
Exploring the Dark: Sitting With Strong Emotions | A Grief Meditation
October 22, 2021 18:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBWith this meditation, we're trying to get comfortable with all the emotions--fear, anger, sadness, weariness--that we may experience after we lose a child or someone close to us. *Please note that there are references to God in this meditation. You can find Stacey and her work here: https://www.soulgardencoaching.com/ 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 yo...
Grieving Dad's One Piece of Advice After His Daughter's Death 10 Hours After Birth
October 21, 2021 04:40 - 8 minutes - 7.78 MBMark gives his advice on how to grieve after losing his daughter Breklyn only 10 hours after she was born: Grieve in your own way and in your own time. He also talks about how he and his wife Corchele look for Breklyn everywhere (pennies, their Brek bear, and white butterflies), and how they started Because of Breklyn, that raises money to buy unstuffed Build-A-Bears for families of stillbirth or infant loss. Hear Mark's birth story of Breklyn here: https://youtu.be/dVHWjPx0XGs Hear his...
Dad Mark's Account of Baby Breklyn's Birth Story and Death Due to Chorioamnionitis
October 19, 2021 04:41 - 22 minutes - 52.2 MBDad Mark describes his wife Corchele's pregnancy with their daughter Breklyn. When her water broke, they headed to the hospital, and while there, Breklyn was under distress and Corchele had to undergo an emergency C-section (where Corchele was completely sedated due to the epidural/nerve block not working originally) in order to deliver Breklyn. The doctor stated that Breklyn wasn't going to make it, but she was put on life support. When Corchele was finally able to see Breklyn, Mark and ...
Corchele's "Messy" Life After Breklyn's Death: Pregnancy After Loss & Postpartum Depression
October 14, 2021 18:08 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBMom Corchele talks about the death of her daughter after 10 hours after her birth due to an infection, and how because of her daughter Breklyn, she and her husband were able to help change hospital policy in their area to help detect this type of infection before it's too late, thus saving more babies' lives. Corchele also recounts how she didn't properly grieve after Breklyn died, how they got pregnant, and then she admitted to herself that she had postpartum depression and sought help. S...
Mom Corchele Tells Birth Story and Death of Baby Breklyn Due to Chorioamnionitis at 39 Weeks
October 11, 2021 04:40 - 48 minutes - 111 MBMom Corchele describes getting pregnant with her fiance Mark and having an uneventful pregnancy with her daughter Breklyn. However, at 39 weeks, Corchele remembers feeling terrible and having a fever. When they go into the hospital, she tells how Breklyn was in distress, so they did an emergency C-section. They gave her ketamine, because the epidural/nerve block wasn't taking effect quickly enough. Breklyn was born, but had to be revived and kept on life support, since Corchele was sedated...
Body Scan Guided Meditation: Compassion and Tenderness For Your Body After Baby Loss, Stillbirth
October 09, 2021 05:18 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIn honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we partnered with Stacey Cardon of Soul Garden Coaching to develop this meditation, to cultivate compassion and understanding and tenderness toward your body after the death of your baby. After the stillbirth of my son, I felt like my body failed me and him, and it has taken me a lot of prayer, mediation, and pondering to be *okay* with my body. I hope that this short body scan meditation helps bring a measure of peace to your heart. ...
Kirby and Tom talk life after stillbirth, including adoption and pregnancy after loss
October 06, 2021 12:41 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBParents Kirby and Tom talk about the aftermath of their first son Tommy's stillbirth, how they stuck themselves in those early months and how their families, God, and service helped them get through the sadness and ache. Kirby talks about feeling a need to adopt and they adopted their son Ace after many disappointments. Shortly after the adoption, Kirby got pregnant and welcomed their son Ace into their home. Both Kirby and Tom talk about what helped them the most and recommend things you ...
Her Baby Died--5 Things NOT to Say + Bonus Tip
October 01, 2021 18:00 - 9 minutes - 8.31 MBIt's October and in honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we are sharing some of the worst things people have said to us and other moms and dads that have lost a baby either by stillbirth or infant death, so you know what NOT to say (and what to say) to a loss mom or loss dad. If you're a loss mom/loss dad, what are some of the things you've heard that you would recommend people NOT say? Check out Winter's interview with Nicole at Mamas and Misses about Pregnancy After Loss ...
Baby Tommy | Dad Tom's Full-Term Stillbirth Story at 37 Weeks
September 30, 2021 03:48 - 37 minutes - 85.8 MBDad Tom recounts how his wife Kirby noticed decreased fetal movement around 37 weeks of her first pregnancy. They went to check and they were able to find the heartbeat, so they were reassured all was fine. The next day, she noted less movement again and when they went in the second time, they were shocked when there was no heartbeat. Kirby was induced and their son Tommy was born still at 37 weeks. This is Tommy's birth story. Hear Tom's wife, Kirby's stillbirth story of Tommy here: htt...
Mom Kirby's Stillbirth Story of Son Tommy at 36 Weeks, Possibly Due To Maternal Fetal Hemorrhage
September 26, 2021 22:05 - 1 hour - 161 MBMom Kirby tells about how her first pregnancy with son Tommy and how it was a picture perfect pregnancy. But at around 35-36 weeks, Kirby noticed a drop in her baby's regular movements. She followed up a couple times and was told the baby had a strong heartbeat. Kirby then felt that something was wrong and when they went to the hospital, they were told Tommy no longer had a heartbeat. Kirby delivered Tommy, born still at 36 weeks and 3 days in January 2018. There were nothing conclusive ab...
Dad Jonah's Grief Process After Stillbirth | Baby Lydia
September 19, 2021 22:46 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBIn this interview, dad Jonah talks about the things that helped him after his daughter Lydia was stillborn at 30 weeks because of an umbilical cord accident. He understands that he and his wife Danielle mourn differently and they both strive to help each other in the moment. Jonah also talks about the anger he had after Lydia died and how he had to acknowledge it as part of the grief process. Hear Jonah's birthstory of Lydia here: https://youtu.be/OvCgdJzezKI Hear his wife Danielle's birt...
Dad Jonah Tells The Birth Story of Baby Lydia, Stillborn at 30 Weeks Due To Umbilical Cord Accident
September 15, 2021 19:00 - 38 minutes - 87.8 MBDad Jonah recounts the events of his wife Danielle's first pregnancy, and how he remembers Danielle asking the doctor about whether she should be monitoring the baby's movements. Danielle noticed decreased fetal movements, and when they get to the hospital, they are unable to find Lydia's heartbeat. Lydia Jaelle was stillborn at 30 weeks due to an umbilical cord accident. Listen to Danielle's account of Lydia's birth here: https://youtu.be/iq3iPBNdWMQ Listen to Danielle's advice episode h...
Mom Danielle of Stillbirth Encourages All Pregnant Moms to Count the Kicks
September 09, 2021 20:49 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBMom Danielle talks about how she's grieved, mourned, and celebrated her daughter Lydia's life after she was stillborn at 30 weeks. She died due to an umbilical cord accident. Danielle talks about her 2 pregnancies after loss (PAL) and how she coped with the anxiety, and encourages other pregnant moms to "count the kicks" using the Count the Kicks phone app.She also started a local Walk of Remembrance with her friend and fellow loss mom Emily as a way to honor Lydia. DONATE $5 (aka "buy u...
Danielle Tells Baby Lydia's Birthstory | Stillborn at 30 Weeks
September 05, 2021 22:57 - 54 minutes - 126 MBMom Danielle recounts the stillbirth story of her first pregnancy with baby Lydia and how incredibly excited she and her husband Jonah were to have her. Near 30 weeks, she noticed that Lydia wasn't moving around as much one day, and were concerned enough to go in to be checked out. They didn't find a heartbeat, and Danielle later delivered Lydia, who was born sleeping. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the he...
Mom Miranda gives her advice on things to say and not to say to an angel mom
September 01, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBMiranda, mom of George who was stillborn at 39 weeks, talks with Winter about how difficult it was to function after the stillbirth of her son, and how her husband Graham helped her greatly on a day-to-day basis in those early days. She also talks about how she remembers George with tangible things like his memorial bench, and recommends some things to say (and not to say) to an angel mom. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We ...
Miranda Tells About Baby George, Stillborn at 39 Weeks During COVID-19 Pandemic in England
August 29, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBThis is the stillbirth story of George Robert, told by his mom Miranda. Originally from Canada, Miranda and her husband Graham have been living in London for work, and they made the decision to start trying to have a baby. She talks about her pregnancy and "going to" appointments (telemedicine) and how George was progressing during the COVID-19 pandemic. After feeling no movement from George one morning around 39 weeks, Miranda headed to the hospital to be checked. They couldn't find a hea...
Mom Jess Talks About The Aftermath of Her Daughter's Death of Fetal Hydrops
August 26, 2021 04:06 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBMom Jess is interviewed about the time after her daughter, Addelyn was born at 30 weeks and died shortly later due to a severe case of fetal hydrops, and what she did to heal, what helped (and didn't help), and what she and her husband Patrick did for Addy's memorial service. 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" L...
Mom Jess tells the birth story and passing of her daughter Addelyn at 30 weeks due to fetal hydrops, hypoplastic left heart syndrome
August 23, 2021 03:29Mom Jess recounts the birth story of her daughter Addy, from their planned pregnancy during the pandemic and her pregnancy being perfect until around 30 weeks. Jess tells about how she became more swollen and gained 22 lbs in 2 weeks, and one of her non-stress tests came back abnormal. They discovered that Addy had a severe case of hydrops, where there was a lot of fluid buildup in her body, and Jess also had developed Mirror Syndrome (mimics preeclampsia), where as Addy became sicker, so di...
Mom Jess tells the birth story and passing of her daughter Addelyn at 30 weeks due to fetal hydrops, hypoplastic left heart syndrome
August 23, 2021 03:29Mom Jess recounts the birth story of her daughter Addy, from their planned pregnancy during the pandemic and her pregnancy being perfect until around 30 weeks. Jess tells about how she became more swollen and gained 22 lbs in 2 weeks, and one of her non-stress tests came back abnormal. They discovered that Addy had a severe case of hydrops, where there was a lot of fluid buildup in her body, and Jess also had developed Mirror Syndrome (mimics preeclampsia), where as Addy became sicker, so di...
Mom Angelica shares what physical momentos remind her of her son Ezra, who was stillborn
August 18, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBMom Angelica sits down with Winter in this interview to talk about the trauma of finding out her son would be stillborn and giving birth to him via Caesarean section, how she transitioned back to work as a NICU nurse, and what's she's done to cope after Ezra's death. She also shares things that you should and shouldn't say to a loss mom or dad. Listen to Angelica's birth story of Ezra here: https://youtu.be/him_GqKvddQ DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued ...
Mom Angelica tells birth story of Ezra, stillborn at 33 weeks
August 15, 2021 08:00 - 57 minutes - 131 MBMom Angelica, a NICU nurse based in Idaho, USA, tells of how she and her husband Nick expecting her 2nd baby Ezra. Her pregnancy was going fine till around 33 weeks, when she noticed that he wasn't moving around as much during a work break. She went home, worried and tried to calm her fears, but got even more worried when she couldn't find his heartbeat using her own stethoscope. She and her husband wen to the hospital (during the COVID pandemic), and were told that there was no heartbeat. ...
Mom Tiffany shares how she celebrates her daughter Khyana, born at 26 weeks and died 4 days later
August 11, 2021 16:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBMom Tiffany talks about how she has both grieved and celebrated the short life of her sweet daughter Khyana, who was born at 26 weeks and died four days later due to an infection because of a hole in her bowel. She talks about how grief is not linear and the many ways she celebrates her daughter. Listen to Tiffany's birth story and death of Khyana here: https://youtu.be/Pwacny3_3iM DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stori...
Mom Tiffany shares birth story and death of daughter Khyana, born at 26 weeks
August 08, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 100 MBMom Tiffany tells the birth story and death of her daughter Khyana, of how she got pregnant with her boyfriend at the time, but she found out that she had an incompetent cervix. She was 1-2 cm dilated around 24 weeks, so they admitted her to the hospital. Tiffany's water broke a few days later and she developed an infection a week later. She was induced and gave birth to her daughter Khyana, who needed to go to the NICU because her lungs were not developed and needed assistance breathing. ...
Lori Ann talks about riding the waves of grief after son Owen is born and dies at 26-weeks
August 05, 2021 15:51 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIn this interview, mom Lori Ann describes what grief and mourning has looked like for her after her son Owen David was born via emergency C-section one week before the COVID-19 pandemic shut everything down in her area. He was 26 weeks old and passed away a short time after he was born. She tells of how she incorporates him into their lives on daily basis, how she and her husband have learned to support each other, and that grief is like waves and how you learn to ride them. Watch More: L...
Matt's Birth Story and Death of Son via Emergency C-Section at 26 Weeks
July 12, 2021 00:21 - 1 hour - 101 MBDad Matt shares the birth story of his son Owen David at 26 weeks and his subsequent death a few hours after he was born. His wife Lori Ann had a cerclage put in earlier, but her water broke at 21 weeks. Lori Ann stayed on bed rest till 24 weeks and was admitted to the hospital so they could do everything medically possible to keep Owen alive. She developed an infection and Owen was delivered by emergency C-section at 26 weeks. Owen was unable to breath on his own, and Matt and Lori Ann we...
Owen David | A Mom's Early Term Birth Story and Baby Death at 26 Weeks
July 05, 2021 22:33 - 1 hour - 242 MBLori Ann tells of her journey through infertility, miscarriage, and complications with her next pregnancy, which included putting in a cerclage due to an incompetent cervix and later her water breaking at 21 weeks. Instead of terminating the pregnancy, Lori Ann and her husband Matt decided to wait to see what would happen, monitoring her temperature to make sure she didn't develop an infection. At 24 weeks, she was admitted until Owen was born at 26 weeks via emergency C-section. Owen was ...
Bianca and Michael: Advice and Our Experience Losing Our Stillborn Son During COVID-19 Pandemic
June 21, 2021 05:08 - 33 minutes - 62 MBParents Bianca and Michael share their experience of delivering their stillborn son Jalen during the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic. They also share things that have helped them grieve and mourn and celebrate their son, who was stillborn at 20 weeks and 6 days. They also share some helpful things that people did for them, who were supporting them, and they also share what NOT to say to a parent who has just experienced a stillbirth. You can hear each of their version of Jalen's birt...
Michael's account of Jalen's birth, who was born still at 20 weeks and 6 days
June 13, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes - 62.8 MBDad Michael tells the story of the birth of his son Jalen Jeremiah during the COVID-19 pandemic. His wife Bianca had an incompetent cervix and they put in a cerclage, but it failed. When the medical team was trying to remove the cerclage, they broke the water, and they had to deliver their son at 20 weeks and 6 days. Because he was so young in gestational age, there was nothing that they medical team would have done. Jalen was born still after Bianca labored for a short time. He was tiny, bu...
Bianca tells Jalen's birth story during COVID, stillborn at 20 weeks 6 days
June 06, 2021 22:00 - 49 minutes - 68 MBMom Bianca tells of her pregnancy with her 3rd child, Jalen Jeremiah, and complications with her cervix, which led her medical provider putting in a cerclage around 20 weeks. Some of the stitches had come out, causing Bianca a lot of pain and the beginning of labor. Jalen did not survive the birth and was stillborn on February 2021, likely due to the umbilical cord around his neck. Her pregnancy, Jalen's birth, and funeral were all during the time of the COVID pandemic. SUBSCRIBE to our Yo...
Announcement and a Brief Note on Grief: Waves of Grief
May 02, 2021 16:00 - 2 minutes - 6.68 MBToday is Bereaved Mother's Day. We hope your heart feels close to your babies on this bittersweet day. Grief is like waves at the beach. Sometimes you'll want to wade back in the water. Timestamps: 00:00 Announcement 00:55 A Brief Note on Grief: Waves of Grief SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more birth stories from families who have experienced a stillbirth or infant loss. We're grateful that you're part of our community! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfv_ZeqPi9o-0clf_1528M...