The Worst Girl Gang Ever: Recent Episodes
Laura and Bex
Miscarriage, infertility and baby loss podcast with Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham. Honest conversations about unspoken experiences.
In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever podcast, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham discuss self-care tips for dealing with the stress of the two week wait after ovulation when trying to get pregnant.
They explain how the two week wait can be a time of obsessive symptom spotting and feeling out of control as you wait to find out if you were successful in this cycle. “Distracting activities”, maintaining healthy habits of exercise, nutrition and sleep, and connecting with others are ways to manage anxiety during this period. Bex and Laura also emphasise the importance of self-awareness and listening to what your body needs at different times in your cycle.
In this episode you will hear:
The issues you may face in the two week waiting period
What activities and habits are recommended to manage anxiety
The importance of self awareness
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk about guilt and shame around baby loss and miscarriage.
They discuss feeling ashamed of their bodies and feeling like they have let themselves and their partners down. Laura talks about feeling embarrassed telling people about her miscarriages. They talk about feeling guilty when getting pregnant again after loss and feeling like they are replacing the lost baby. Bex shares how her mother's words helped her change her perspective on her body after loss. They also talk about the difficult emotions around loss that are often not discussed and how opening up can help alleviate shame.
In this episode you will hear:
How feelings of shame and embarrassment can appear after miscarriage
Ways you may internalise blame after losing a baby
The assumptions made about fertility and womanhood
How to deal with feelings of guilt and shame
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TRIGGER WARNING TALK OF PREGNANCY In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk about their experiences with pregnancy after loss.
They discuss the differences between their pregnancies before experiencing loss compared to afterwards, explaining how subsequent pregnancies were filled with much more anxiety.
Laura details her pregnancies that resulted in losses. They provide advice on controlling the things you can during high-risk pregnancies, like focusing on nutrition, rest, light exercise and avoiding triggers. They also touch on "scanxiety" and the fear of learning bad news at appointments.
In this episode you will hear:
Comparing pregnancy experiences before and after loss
Laura explains her 12 pregnancies and 14 losses total
Anxiety around pregnancy
Tips to "control the controllables" like rest and diet
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk about the challenges faced when dealing with loss and fertility issues in the workplace.
They share personal stories, like Bex’s experience as a wedding photographer struggling to balance her booked schedule with the difficulties she faced conceiving.
Laura and Bex highlight the need for sensitivity and support in the workplace. They explore the delicate balance of returning to work after baby loss and the necessity of proper support from workplaces. They share stories of triggers in professional environments as well as highlight the significance of educating employees about handling these situations.
Bex and Laura emphasise that everyone's journey is unique, and the ultimate importance lies in doing what feels right for oneself while embracing self-care and well-being. It is important to better educate and foster understanding around this struggle, not only for pregnant individuals but also for their non-pregnant partners.
In this episode you will hear:
The impact of the shift to bereavement leave when addressing pregnancy-related issues
The obstacles Bex faced when returning to work after baby loss
How to manage workplace triggers
How workplaces can effectively support non-pregnant partners
The complexities that arise in female-dominated workplaces when addressing fertility struggles
How to build workplace education and awareness around baby loss and miscarriage
If you want to learn more about the process of returning to work, we offer education and support for Miscarriage & Baby Loss in the Workplace: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/employee-support-for-miscarriage-baby-loss/
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today on The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham are continuing their mini-series of topics requested by the community. In this episode, they speak on the importance of relationships and friendships when you are suffering from the loss of a baby.
The conversation touches on the significance of having a sense of self and the importance of maintaining friendships when going through difficult times. They discuss the pressure of dealing with parents who avoid talking about miscarriage and baby loss, as well as how to handle the shock of not getting the support needed from friends.
Bex speaks on dealing with pregnancy announcements and the complexities of navigating family dynamics during grief. They discuss how grief can drive a wedge in relationships and the conflicting feelings that arise. They offer practical ways to support each other, highlighting the importance of communication and understanding individual grieving processes.
In this episode you will hear:
How grief affects relationships and friendships
How to cope with the pressure of parents who avoid discussing grief due to generational differences
Strategies to help deal with the shock of receiving unexpected reactions from close friends during difficult times
How pregnancy announcements in the family add complexity to the grieving process, and how can one handle such situations
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TRIGGER WARNING: PREGNANCY & PARENTING
Today on The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham are starting a mini-series of topics requested by the community. In this episode they talk about the emotional journey of parenting after loss.
They address the anxieties surrounding parenting and the fear of losing a child again, grappling with postpartum trauma and psychosis, and the overwhelming worry of experiencing mental health problems.
Laura & Bex discuss the challenges of balancing sleep, feeding routines, and the stigma around choosing not to breastfeed and the pressure society places on mothers. They talk about their experience with survivor's guilt after baby loss & losing close ones, and mental health issues induced by pregnancy. They emphasise the importance of finding a new normal every day. Bex and Laura highlight the significance of gentle parenting and offer compassion and understanding to those navigating this difficult path.
In this episode you will hear:
Navigating the emotional journey of parenting after loss
Understanding and coping with postpartum trauma and psychosis
Struggles and tips for managing the demands of parenting like balancing sleep and feeding routines
Challenges and joys of raising children together
Embracing compassion and understanding in the parenting journey by being a “gentle parent”
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TRIGGER WARNING - Birth and motherhood mentioned briefly
In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham cover a wide range of topics close to their hearts.
They emphasise the importance of focusing on what you have rather than fixating on your current circumstances, and the dangers of comparing yourself to others. They speak on the significance of setting boundaries and having confidence and also explore the challenges of pregnancy after loss and the impact of triggers on emotional well-being. Reflecting on their own journeys, they discuss contraception options and announce the upcoming release of the paperback of their book.
In this episode you will hear:
How important it is to focus on what you have rather than what you don’t have
The challenges of pregnancy after experiencing loss
How triggers may impact your emotional well-being
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Ria Clarke, also known as the Dr Mummy.
Ria Clarke is deeply involved in the work of Tommy's, a prominent charity focused on researching baby loss. She discusses her motivations for engaging in this crucial work and why she specifically chose to collaborate with Tommy's. As an ambassador for the organisation, Ria sheds light on the evolution Tommy's has undergone in the last 10 years.
They explore the voices that are often overlooked and the institutionalised racism problem within healthcare. Ria emphasises the need for change to come from those causing harm and addresses the issue of racism in the medical field.
Ria shares her professional experiences as an obstetrician and gynaecologist, delving into topics like miscarriage, balancing work and home life, and the challenges surrounding unexpected pregnancy announcements. She candidly discusses the worst part of loss and offers valuable advice for individuals facing bleeding during early pregnancy at home.
In this episode you will hear:
Why Ria Clarke choose to work with Tommy's charity and become an ambassador
How Tommy's has evolved over the last 10 years
The issues with institutionalised racism in healthcare
Where change needs to come when tackling racism in the medical field
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Kate Morgan about her journey of motherhood, filled with both joy and heartbreak.
Kate shares her experiences, starting with the moment she discovered she was pregnant and the rollercoaster ride that followed, including going through IVF in 2022. She talks about the anxiety-inducing 20-week anatomy scan, where she felt a sense of loss. The poor treatment the doctor gave her only added to her distress.
She vividly describes the night before, when her son fell ill, and the subsequent realisation that something was terribly wrong. She walks through the amniocentesis, contractions, and the birth of her daughter. Kate opens up about the challenges of losing a baby and witnessing her loved ones endure the same pain. She emphasises the therapeutic power of getting outside, sharing stories, and self-advocacy.
In this episode you will hear:
Kate's pregnancy journey going through IVF and the emotional challenges she faced along the way
The moment Kate felt like she was losing the baby
Kate's experience of preterm labour and the subsequent birth of her daughter
How to find happiness and support after experiencing baby loss
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Jules & Jess about their journey through fertility.
Jules and Jess are a same-sex couple who have been through a lot of difficulty while trying to conceive. They have experienced repeated baby loss, and have had to deal with the emotional and physical challenges of IVF.
Jules and Jess talk about the highs and lows of their journey, as well as offer advice to other couples who are going through the same thing.
In this episode you will hear:
How Jules and Jess felt when they first found out they were pregnant
The negative connotation of the term "chemical pregnancy"
Their experience with miscarriage
Advice to other couples who are going through the same thing
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We had a lovely chat in this episode with Charlotte Grand of The Fertility Kitchen. Charlotte went through her own struggles of IVF and miscarriage to create her family and she tells us all about how this steered her career into the field of nutrition. You can find her on INSTAGRAM or via her WEBSITE and her book, The Fertility Kitchen: The Essential Guide to Supporting your Fertility is available now!
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Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about our online courses; THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months.
The next PTR course will run in January and the next TTC course will start in. February. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chatted to the wonderful Emma Whitney aka Emma The Embryologist who works at The Evewell Clinic.
She talk to us about her role as an embryologist but also about her own journey of recurrent loss, including chemical pregnancy, termination for medical reasons and surgical management of miscarriage. We discuss managing this grief alongside caring for living children and also how this trauma can affect our partners. Emma talked about the difficulties of managing work while navigating her own experiences over the years.
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about our online courses; THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months.
The next PTR course will run in January and the next TTC course will start in. February. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@twgge.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This weeks guest is an absolute warrior, Sarah Doolin. After the death of her baby Ezrah she has worked tirelessly to campaign, fundraise and raise awareness in Ezrah’s name. She found that it gave her the focus, distraction and purpose that she needed when navigating life after loss. However as the month’s ticked by she realised that she hadn’t actually been focussing on her grief and personal recovery so decided to join our Pathway To Recovery course for some self care and wellbeing focus. It helped her immensely and she wanted to give back to the community by sharing her story.
Below are some useful links:
Group B Strep Support’s page for signs and symptoms of infection
Info on testing for Group B Strep
Ezrah’s fundraising page
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about our online courses; THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months.
The next PTR course will run in January and the next TTC course will start in. February. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@twgge.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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or you can join theTWGGE Facebook Support Group
It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chatted to Natalie Sutherland, Polly Faithfull and Vikki Chetcuti who all work together at family law firm Burgess Mee.
There were tears and laughter as they each shared the own personal stories of loss. We cover a variety of topics including endometriosis, missed miscarriage, PCOS, ectopic pregnancies, irregular periods, navigating difficulties within the family network and much more.
During this episode we discussed our Friends and Family bonus episode from series 2 - the link to that is here.
Natalie is also a co-founder of the new podcast In/Fertility in the City and you can find her on insta @infertilityinthecity and @themodernfamilylawyer.
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about our online courses; THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months.
The next TTC course starts on 6th November and the next PTR will be in January. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@twgge.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Ever been told to lose weight to improve your fertility? Or maybe you've been denied fertility treatment because of your BMI?
Nicola helps folks in bigger bodies navigate getting pregnant in a weight-obsessed world and advocates for change in how fat people are treated whilst accessing help with their fertility. You can find her on Instagram or visit her website www.nicolasalmon.co.uk
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about our online courses; THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts in November and the next PTR will be in January. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@twgge.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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or you can join theTWGGE Facebook Support Group
It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
We throughly enjoyed this chat with Gen (they/them) and Gabs. This wonderful pair are sisters of one of our dear gang members, Georgie.
It was Georgie who suggested this episode because she had found our bonus 'friends and family' episode from series 2 to be a great resource to send out to people supporting her through her experiences.
This was an opportunity to hear about it from the 'supporters' point of view. We talked about the difficulties with knowing what to do and say and how to support a loved one through loss. It was emotional and beautiful and we wish everyone had sisters like Gen and Gabs 🙌❤️
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on in November and the next PTR will be in January. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chatted to Stacey Courtney from Perth, Australia who earlier this year went through the devastating experience of a Termination For Medical Reasons following IVF.
She talks so openly about what happened and how she navigated this all alongside difficulties with her mental health and she speaks beautifully about how they managed this all as a whole family.
Towards the end of this episode Stacey talks about a frozen embryo transfer that she had the day before recording. Sadly it wasn’t successful and ended with a chemical pregnancy but she and her family remain hopeful that one day they’ll bring a living baby home, a little brother or sister for Sonny.
We know you'll all join us in sending them so much love and hope for the future ❤️
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on in November and the next PTR will be in January. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@twgge.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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or you can join theTWGGE Facebook Support Group
It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we talked to Charlotte Bevan who's baby girl Hope was born and died on the same day in 2001 at 35 weeks. Charlotte now works as a co-lead of the Saving Babies Lives Team at SANDS.
Find out more about the work that SANDS do HERE.
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on in November and the next PTR will be in January. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@twgge.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chatted to Chris and Charlotte about their experiences of recurrent miscarriage. Chris is undertaking an Iron man challenge to raise money for the organisations that have helped them throughout their experiences over the past couple of years.
You can follow Chris' journey HERE and sponsor him via THIS LINK.
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on in November and the next PTR will be in January. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
It's been a while. Have you missed us? In this episode it's just the two of us having a wee natter about the last few months. We've been very busy and have lots of exciting things in the pipeline...
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Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on in November and the next PTR will be in January. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Our bookThe Worst Girl Gang Ever - a survival guide for navigating miscarriage and pregnancy loss is being released on Thursday 4th August. You can PREORDER NOW.
We are so incredibly proud of this book and we just know it is going to be such a lifeline for so many people who travel this difficult path of infertility and loss. We originally set out to help just one woman feel less alone in the darkness of baby loss - but now... well now we've set out to help EVERY woman in this situation.
It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Please, please, please PREORDER NOW and once you've read/listened to it we would be so bloody grateful for a review.
In case you needed any more persuading, here is what Elle Wright of Feathering The Empty Nest had to say about it... “Bex & Laura really have pieced together the parachute we all need to help us land safely after falling into the world of loss and fertility struggles. It’s like the kind friend who climbs down into the hole with you through the worst parts, and gives you a leg back up when you’re ready to try again. Thoughtful, helpful, and a little bit sweary… my kind of manual!” - ain't that flipping lovely!?!
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Well that's a wrap guys. Season 4 - we can't quite believe it. It's coming up for 2 years since we first set up TWGGE and we could never EVER have imagined that it would have taken off and reached so many people.
It's so bittersweet because although we are managing to reach and support and hold the hands (virtually) of so many, of course it would amazing if there wasn't need for this kind of thing at all. Having said that, miscarriage and baby loss are not going anywhere BUT this once silenced community now have a voice and the taboo topic is being ripped open to allow people, WARRIORS, the space and platform to grieve and share.
In this episode we both talk a bit about what has been going on in our lives over the last few months and there is A LOT to share.
*no baby/pregnancy triggers
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on 3rd July. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Lucy lives in South Wales with her two fur babies. She made the decision to become a SMBC (solo mum by choice) in early 2021, after the breakdown of her relationship. She's had four rounds of IUI using donor sperm - two of which were successful but one sadly ended in a missed miscarriage just before Christmas 2021 and the other ended in a chemical pregnancy in February 2022. She is now mid way through her first IVF cycle now (June 2022).
The loss of her pregnancies hit her harder than she ever thought possible and it was the first time on her path to motherhood that she ever truly felt alone, with no partner to support her in the darkest hours. She started her anonymous instagram account (@smbc_to_be) in August 2021 to document her journey. She has found it to be a huge source of hope, support and kindness through the best and worst of times.
She is honest and open about all aspects of her TTC journey and really hopes that it helps someone on a similar path. If anyone wants to reach out with questions at any stage of their SMBC journey, she'd be really happy to help.
The main source of support for her has been the Solo Mothers By Choice UK Facebook group. There is also The Stork and I Mum Tribe Facebook Group and 'The Stork and I' podcasts, hosted by Mel Johnson. For other amazing SMBC accounts for people to follow, we suggest people have a look through the accounts she follows on Instagram.
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Did we mention that we have written a book? The launch is not until August but its open to PREORDER NOW!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on 3rd July. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Michelle is a make up artist who has had 3 losses, 2 of which were chemical pregnancies and she feels passionately about getting rid of the taboo and opening up conversations about baby loss.
We had a great time chatting to her on this episode, discussing some of the common issues that we all face when navigating loss and life afterwards.
Michelle was pregnant at the time of recording so we also talked about pregnancy after loss too. She has since given birth to a healthy baby girl 💖
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Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? The launch is not until August but its open to PREORDER NOW!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next PTR course starts on 5th June. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Felicity is a pre and post natal fitness trainer. She experienced an ectopic pregnancy earlier this year. Her pregnancy was unplanned but very much wanted.
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Did we mention that we have written a book? The launch is not until August but its open to PREORDER NOW!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next PTR course starts on 5th June. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Just us having a rambly chat about our experiences of missed miscarriages. As usual we didn't have a plan or structure 😅🙈😆 One day! Promise!
Bex is extra tearful (you probably already know that she is a very emotional soul ☺️) and Laura is extra giggly and blasé (it's a self preservation thing 😬).
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Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Did we mention that we have written a book? The launch is not until August but its open to PREORDER NOW!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months. The next TTC course starts on 5th June. Email us to register your interest. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Journalists and friends, Emma Haslett and Gabby Griffith, started the Big Fat Negative podcast in 2018 when they were struggling to conceive. Over 100 episodes in, they’ve recently published their book of the same name - an essential guide to infertility, IVF and the trials of trying for a baby.
You can follow them on instagram, listen to the pod and buy the book.
We had great fun chatting to these legends and as well as talking us through their own infertility battles we covered all sorts of other topics from jumpsuits, animal poo, 'shoving things up your vag', unnecessary appendicectomies and cow impressions. It's solid gold top quality content, as always.
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This week we chatted to the wonderful Claire Lynch who is an author and academic. We discussed the 'journey' through recurrent loss that she and he wife travelled in order to create their family.
We talked about loss, life, motherhood and Scottish cows. There is much laughter in this episode. We hope you enjoy.
Her writing on queer motherhood has appeared on BBC Radio 4 and in the Washington Post. Small: On Motherhoods is published by Brazen and available to buy at Bookshop.org, Amazon, or your local bookshop.
You can find Claire on Twitter @DrClaireLynch and on Instagram @clairellynch.
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Did we mention that we have written a book? The launch is not until August but its open to PREORDER NOW!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with free access for up to 5 months.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Jackie Mancinelli is a high school English and ESL teacher in New Jersey. Following her own experiences of baby loss she founded Start Healing Together, an organization dedicated to supporting educators experiencing pregnancy loss and infertility. She is also the New Jersey Ambassador for Count the Kicks.
You can follow Start Healing Together on Instagram and Facebook, and check out their website. To learn more or to start a chapter at your school, contact her at jackie@starthealingtogether.com.
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting on 2nd May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This week we chatted to Ryan and Amy Jackson, founders of The Lily Mae Foundation and parents of Lily Mae who was stillborn in 2010. Their work with the charity see's them providing a support network to bereaved parents following the loss of a baby, as well as training and support for midwives and other health and social care professionals, and research into what can be done to help prevent the loss of a baby in the future. They strive to help others cope with bereavement by using their own experiences and connecting others with the support they need, at the time and place that is right for them.
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Did we mention that we have written a book? The launch is not until August but its open to PREORDER NOW!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting on 2nd May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Katy (she/her) is designing an unexpectedly childfree life after infertility. After her hysterectomy in 2017, she started Chasing Creation to provide support, resources and community for those who are envisioning their future without kids. Her work has grown to include: monthly Childless Support Circles; the Childless Collective which is a friendship connection hub; the annual Childless Collective Summit, a four-day event featuring over 40 speakers; and individual coaching. Katy holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Georgia with an emphasis in community empowerment and program development. Find out more with the links below:
Website: https://www.chasingcreation.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasing.creation/
Childless Collective Summit: https://www.chasingcreation.org/summit-registration/
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting on 2nd May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
After experiencing two missed miscarriages, filmmaking couple Bophanie and Ben Lankester (@ben.lankester) decided to channel their trauma into something positive. Through their production company they approached Tommy’s with the idea for 'Who's Counting?', a short film telling the story of a couple who have to endure the emotional and physical trauma of successive losses before they can receive support. To create the film, Bophanie & Ben brought together a team of people affected - or close to those affected - by pregnancy and baby loss.
The making of 'Who's Counting?' has led to Tommy's creating the 'Record of Loss', where parents who have experienced miscarriage are being encouraged to add their names to the database and be part of the very first attempt to count the number of miscarriages in the UK, in order to present the scale of the problem and change policy.
Add your name to Tommy's Record of Loss - actions.tommys.org/a/record-of-loss
Watch the film here: https://vimeo.com/654495916
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting on 2nd May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Tahnee Knowles is a bereaved Mother, Mindful Grief & Pregnancy After Loss Coach.
The wellness of expectant parents has been Tahnee's passion ever since the birth of her first son Gus in 2017, up until COVID impacted on the retreat industry she ran regular pregnancy wellness retreats on the Isle of Wight, where she lives with her Husband, Son (Gus), Daughter (Winnie) and beloved Staffie.
In June 2020 Tahnee experienced the death of her second child, a gorgeous baby boy, Elvis-Star. Tahnee made it her mission to support others through babyloss with mindfulness in Elvis' memory. After living through pregnancy and birth after loss with her third child Winnie, she now focuses her hypnobirthing efforts towards parents who are pregnant after loss, gently guiding them through this challenging and healing time.
You'll find her on Instagram @themindfulgriefcoach
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting on 2nd May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Our usual top quality podcasting, packed full of advice and tips survive Mother's Day. We really hope this helps. Sending so much love to you all xx
This episode of TWGGE is sponsored by Merci Maman and with Mother’s Day coming up there really is no better brand to turn to - I mean their name even translates to ‘Thank you Mummy’! As you may or may not know, they’re a personalised jewellery brand, celebrating motherhood through their hand-engraved keepsakes. Every item on their website comes with the option of complimentary personalisation and really does make the perfect gift.
We know that Mother’s Day can be a difficult day for some which is why we wanted to explain a little more about their new Blossom Collection. This is a beautiful two-piece collection centred around the honeysuckle flower. And with four different variations of design to choose from, you can really represent your own family. The lovely thing about this flower is that it can actually represent the ones loved but also lost. And on the back, you can personalise it with those words, names or dates that mean the most to you.
They have kindly offered us 15% off using the code GIRLGANG15 when you shop online at www.mercimamanboutique.com.
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting on 2nd May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Seetal Savla (@SavlaFaire) and her husband have been trying to conceive for six years after a diminished ovarian reserve diagnosis. Having experienced a devastating miscarriage and four unsuccessful IVF cycles, Seetal got pregnant on their first donor egg IVF cycle, but sadly suffered a traumatic miscarriage at 9 weeks. The couple are currently taking a break from IVF.
Since Mother's Day 2019, Seetal has been documenting her ongoing journey on her blog (www.savlafaire.com) and in the media to raise awareness of infertility, destigmatise the subject – particularly among South Asian communities – and support others in similar situations. You can find her on Instagram or visit her website to find out more.
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting on 2nd May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
We completely forgot to record an intro for season 4 and didn't want you guys to miss out on our inane drivel and passionate rants so here is a mid season treat for y'all.
There's a bit of passionate ranting about toxic positivity, random waffling about Pavlov and his dog, reminiscing about duets with Simon from Blue at the weekend and as always we end up with some ugly feelings chat.
In this episode we discuss the launch of our new book in August which is available to preorder now on AMAZON as well as Laura's book It Will Happen which is already out.
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Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby as well as the TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE to support you through the pressures of TTC after loss. Both courses are self paced and run over 6 weeks with the next ones starting in May.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Here is part 2 of our chat with Laura Burdett who’s ’picture perfect’ world was shattered by a TFMR. In this episode we walk about her mental health breakdown, admission to psychiatric unit and relationship breakdown. To listen to the story of the TFMR itself and the emotions surrounding it head to part 1 (published last week).
Laura overshares on Instagram with rambles on loss, love and learning how to ‘do life’ again when things don’t go to plan.
She recently launched her patreon and there’s a whole mix of stuff on there: babyloss/parenting after loss blogs, mental health stuff, tales from the psych ward, coparenting & spilling the tea on her (many!) dating fails as a single (slightly batshit crazy!) mum.
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nurture and empower you following the loss of a baby. There is still space on our January PTR course as well as the new TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE both of which run over 6 weeks and start on the 7th March.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Here is part 1 of our chat with Laura Burdett who’s ’picture perfect’ world was shattered by a TFMR. In this episode we walk about the TFMR itself and the emotions surrounding it, part 2 goes into more details about her mental health and relationship breakdown.
Laura overshares on Instagram with rambles on loss, love and learning how to ‘do life’ again when things don’t go to plan.
She recently launched her patreon and there’s a whole mix of stuff on there: babyloss/parenting after loss blogs, mental health stuff, tales from the psych ward, coparenting & spilling the tea on her (many!) dating fails as a single (slightly batshit crazy!) mum.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This week we chatted to Becky Kearns. Here is what she had to say:
Hi I'm Becky, a fertility advocate and grateful mum to three girls following an early menopause diagnosis, a long fertility journey, miscarriage and eventually redefining and achieving my dream using donor eggs.
As @definingmum I now raise awareness of this alternative path to parenthood and support others needing to explore this route to build their family. I launched my membership platform Paths to Parenthub in 2020, providing people with both support and connection for donor conception.
I'm also a co-founder of Fertility Matters at Work, a Community Interest Company on a mission to make sure that those experiencing fertility treatment and pregnancy loss in the workplace are better supported by their employer.
I'm most active on instagram @definingmum @paths_to_parenthub and also @fertilitymattersatwork.
My blog can be found - www.definingmum.com
My donor conception support platform can be found - www.pathstoparenthub.com
Our work with employers can be found - www.fertilitymattersatwork.com
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
We loved chatting to this beaut. Here is what she had to say:
Hi, I'm Laura, 33 and I’m an online content creator. After only talking about fashion & beauty I decided to open up about my miscarriages after keeping it to myself for a few years and the response was incredible. I’ve since spoken to thousands of women and set up a support website Just Bad Luck. I’ve had 4 miscarriages, 3 years of infertility and was recently diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis. Our journey has felt like a battle but we recently did our first round of IVF and had a positive experience.
Here is how you can find Laura:
Instagram - @imlaurabradshaw
Youtube - youtube.com/c/imlaurabradshaw
Just Bad Luck - justbadluck.co.uk
Instagram - @justbadluck.co.uk
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nuture and empower you following the loss of a baby. There is still space on our January PTR course as well as the new TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE both of which run over 6 weeks and start on the 7th March.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
We loved chatting to 'Notta' and feel that we really put the world to rights with this one. Hold tight for passionate rants, poetry anthology discussions and tears all round. Here is what she had to say...
Hi I'm notafictionalmum, that's right an actual real mum. I just happen to have achieved this through the power of adoption. A route to parenthood you won't see represented nearly equally enough. You won't see it in Hollywood, unless it's a plot line, you won't see us represented in stores, the mere fact I've created the name notafictionalmum should indicate how at times I've felt perceived by society. I'm here to fight the good fight. The 'inclusion revolution' - Founding the UK's first adoption and infertility clothing brand, blogging all things adoption and infertility and campaigning for basic, fundamental rights on for my community.
https://notafictionalmum.com/
NFM's current petition to parliament campaigning for equal statutory financial support for self-employed adoptive parents.
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/601323
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Lucy Livesey is a Mental Health Nurse & Mindfulness teacher who uses her own grief experience to help others. She spends her time working as a nurse while also offering wellbeing interventions to the baby loss community through the Ellie’s Gift Project – a project set up in memory of her little girl.
Lucy teaches from a place of real authenticity and her vast knowledge within her field helps her to work with people so they can move towards a place of ease. Loss isn’t easy as we know but Lucy works to help people see that amongst all of our suffering there can still be joy. Follow her and her team on instagram at elliesgiftproject or visit relaxwithlucy.co.uk.
This episode of TWGGE is sponsored by Merci Maman. If you’re looking for a special sentimental piece for yourself, look no further. They’re a personalised jewellery brand, and everything they do is hand-engraved making the perfect keepsake for you or a loved one. What’s so special about their pieces is that you can actually customise them with any metal colour, adding birthstones and gemstones, and finish off with an engraving of meaningful names, dates, or messages.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Ash Ascoli aka @lightafterloss_ joined us from Down Under to share her story with us. Ash is an Australian poet, author and miscarriage and infertility support advocate. She has a miracle four year old daughter, but has since suffered from secondary infertility, having experienced five miscarriages, including two partial molar pregnancies and two unsuccessful rounds of IVF. Ash’s poetry collection, ‘Looking for the Light,’ explores the raw, honest and heartbreaking reality of pregnancy loss; and provides a gentle, hope-filled message that there is light to be found, even in the darkest of times. Divided into two sections: The Darkest Night and The Sun Will Rise, this collection take’s readers on a journey of healing, joy, heartache, grief and self-discovery.
https://linktr.ee/a.ascoli_writing
This episode of TWGGE is sponsored by Merci Maman. If you’re looking for a special sentimental piece for yourself, look no further. They’re a personalised jewellery brand, and everything they do is hand-engraved making the perfect keepsake for you or a loved one. What’s so special about their pieces is that you can actually customise them with any metal colour, adding birthstones and gemstones, and finish off with an engraving of meaningful names, dates, or messages.
They have kindly offered us 15% off using the code GIRLGANG15 when you shop online at www.mercimamanboutique.com.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chat to Alison Hall our resident nutritionist. She knows first hand how difficult fertility - and navigating loss - can be. She specialises in preconception care, IVF preparation and pregnancy nutrition, with a particular interest in miscarriage and recurrent miscarriage. She uses nutritional science and lifestyle recommendations to create achievable, personalised plans; helping couples to reduce their individual risk factors and improve their chances of a successful pregnancy.
You can find out more and connect with her through IG @alisonhall_fertility or her website: www.alisonhallnutrition.co.uk . Alison also offers complimentary 30 minute calls to all prospective clients who’d like to find out whether this could be the route for them.
This episode was recorded with a live audience and there is a bit of a Q+A sesh in there too . If you wanted to watch (yes watch) the unedited recording you will find it on our membership platform The Warrior Hub where there are loads more live sessions that can be watched back as well as a bank of resources to help you if you are navigating the grief and trauma of baby loss. It's only £3.99 per month and you can cancel anytime.
This episode of TWGGE is sponsored by Merci Maman. If you’re looking for a special sentimental piece for yourself, look no further. They’re a personalised jewellery brand, and everything they do is hand-engraved making the perfect keepsake for you or a loved one. What’s so special about their pieces is that you can actually customise them with any metal colour, adding birthstones and gemstones, and finish off with an engraving of meaningful names, dates, or messages.
They have kindly offered us 15% off using the code GIRLGANG15 when you shop online at www.mercimamanboutique.com.
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nuture and empower you following the loss of a baby. There is still space on our January PTR course as well as the new TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE both of which run over 6 weeks and start on the 7th March.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chat to Shaun aka @knackered_knackers. He started his account last year and sharing his own story has been a great support to men who are experiencing male factor infertility. He chats very openly with us about his diagnosis of azoospermia and how heand his wife went on to use a sperm donor to conceive their twins.
Apologies for the shite sound quality again but we have learnt our lesson and promise future episodes will be better. This guy is a bloody gem and we know that so many of you (men and women) will find this episode really helpful. Happy listening and please head over to give Shaun a cheeky follow.
This episode of TWGGE is sponsored by Merci Maman. If you’re looking for a special sentimental piece for yourself, look no further. They’re a personalised jewellery brand, and everything they do is hand-engraved making the perfect keepsake for you or a loved one. What’s so special about their pieces is that you can actually customise them with any metal colour, adding birthstones and gemstones, and finish off with an engraving of meaningful names, dates, or messages.
They have kindly offered us 15% off using the code GIRLGANG15 when you shop online at www.mercimamanboutique.com.
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Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nuture and empower you following the loss of a baby. There is still space on our January PTR course as well as the new TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE both of which now run over 6 weeks and start on the 10th January.
You can grab yourself a last minute bargain on these courses using code JAN2022 if you buy the course before the 4th Jan.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Louise talks to us very openly about her unplanned pregnancy which ended at 6 weeks with emergency surgery. We talk about the conflicting emotions that surround unplanned pregnancies. Unplanned does not mean unwanted. She went on to have another miscarriage after this and felt differently about that loss. Louise shares honest thoughts and feelings with us (most of which she has not told her nearest and dearest) in an attempt to help others feel less alone in their experiences. Thank you Louise, we know this will help so many.
This episode of TWGGE is sponsored by Merci Maman. If you’re looking for a special sentimental piece for yourself, look no further. They’re a personalised jewellery brand, and everything they do is hand-engraved making the perfect keepsake for you or a loved one. What’s so special about their pieces is that you can actually customise them with any metal colour, adding birthstones and gemstones, and finish off with an engraving of meaningful names, dates, or messages.
They have kindly offered us 15% off using the code GIRLGANG15 when you shop online at www.mercimamanboutique.com.
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nuture and empower you following the loss of a baby. There is still space on our January PTR course as well as the new TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE both of which now run over 6 weeks and start on the 10th January.
You can grab yourself a last minute bargain on these courses using code JAN2022 if you buy the course before the 4th Jan.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
We chat a bit about our flagship course The Pathway To Recovery. Our guests have all attended one of our courses and volunteered to share their thoughts with us. Special thanks to Becky, Rachael and Georgie for sharing their stories and experiences so candidly and honestly.
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Find out more about THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERY which is designed to support, nuture and empower you following the loss of a baby. There is still space on our January PTR course as well as the new TRYING TO CONCEIVE AFTER LOSS COURSE both of which now run over 6 weeks and start on the 10th January.
You can grab yourself a last minute bargain on these courses using code JAN2022 if you buy the course before the 1st Jan.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Well that's a wrap!
Series 3 has come to an end. Thank to all our wonderful guests, it's been a blast. We are taking a short break but will be back with series 4 before you know it.
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This episode is sponsored by Carat London. They’re an absolute trailblazer in jewellery. In fact, they’ve created an environmentally- conscious community that includes some big names like Lady Gaga and Ellie Goulding.
The key is lab-grown diamonds. Yes, lab-grown. Growing them in a lab means no mining, no unjust labour, and no guilt. We believe this sustainable way of producing diamonds could be the future of the jewellery industry – because these diamonds don’t cost the earth – both literally and figuratively. Competitively priced compared to a mined stone, their new Gentle Diamond range, aims to be completely carbon neutral.
You can find Carat London at their trendy upmarket boutiques in Covent Garden and White City – or go online at Caratlondon.com
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chat to the legendary Emma Cannon about the work that she does with the infertility/loss communities. We are treated to a gong as we begin recording and her calmness, spirituality and wisdom shine throughout.
Emma is a fertility and women's health expert, registered acupuncturist, founder of the Emma Cannon Clinic, and a mentor and speaker. With over 25 years in clinical practice, from her fertility rooms she has helped countless patients achieve their dream of having a family.
She is author of five books including the best-selling The Baby Making Bible and FERTILE.
Bridging the gap between western medicine and the world of complimentary therapies, Emma is an impartial support and guide, helping each individual find the path to healing that's right for them
Find out more HERE by heading to her website or follow her on Instagram
This episode is sponsored by Carat London. They’re an absolute trailblazer in jewellery. In fact, they’ve created an environmentally- conscious community that includes some big names like Lady Gaga and Ellie Goulding.
The key is lab-grown diamonds. Yes, lab-grown. Growing them in a lab means no mining, no unjust labour, and no guilt. We believe this sustainable way of producing diamonds could be the future of the jewellery industry – because these diamonds don’t cost the earth – both literally and figuratively. Competitively priced compared to a mined stone, their new Gentle Diamond range, aims to be completely carbon neutral.
You can find Carat London at their trendy upmarket boutiques in Covent Garden and White City – or go online at Caratlondon.com
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Find out more about our courses including THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERYwhich is designed to support, nuture and empower you following the loss of a baby. Our September course is now sold out but the October PTR is now open for enrolment as is the new Pregnancy After Loss course. Trying To Conceive course coming soon.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
Frankie's first baby, Esme, was stillborn in September 2013. Having to break the news to youngsters within the family was made harder by the lack of a children's book that she felt could adequately explain what had happened. She also wanted more guidance as to how she could retain Esme's place in the family in positive and special ways.
She was inspired to write These Precious Little People, and the safe arrival of Esme's two siblings only cemented her desire to provide a resource to families that would do credit to how precious these little people really are. She connected with @gilliangambleartist, an experienced, incredibly talented & generous illustrator, and had the backing of @joeltcp (a wonderful charity that receives all proceeds from sales of the book); both supported Frankie’s dream & helped bring These Precious Little People to life.
This episode is sponsored by Carat London. They’re an absolute trailblazer in jewellery. In fact, they’ve created an environmentally- conscious community that includes some big names like Lady Gaga and Ellie Goulding.
The key is lab-grown diamonds. Yes, lab-grown. Growing them in a lab means no mining, no unjust labour, and no guilt. We believe this sustainable way of producing diamonds could be the future of the jewellery industry – because these diamonds don’t cost the earth – both literally and figuratively. Competitively priced compared to a mined stone, their new Gentle Diamond range, aims to be completely carbon neutral.
You can find Carat London at their trendy upmarket boutiques in Covent Garden and White City – or go online at Caratlondon.com
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Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via theonline shop!
Find out more about our courses including THE PATHWAY TO RECOVERYwhich is designed to support, nuture and empower you following the loss of a baby. Our September course is now sold out but keep you eyes peeled for details about the October PTR as well as the new Pregnancy After Loss and Trying To Conceive courses.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
TRIGGER WARNING - news of pregnancy and graphic details of 'natural' management of miscarriage.
Amrit found out about her miscarriage at an early scan on her birthday earlier this year. She chose to miscarry naturally at home which was nothing like the 'heavy period' that had been described.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
In this week's episode we chat to Fiona. She found out she had inherited a Robertsonian Translocation from her father and suffered 3 miscarriages. She was in the process of starting IVF when she found out she was pregnant with her now 10 month old daughter.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
This is part 2 of our chat with Jess. In this episode she shares more of her story with us. Shortly after Leo's death Jess became pregnant again, this time with twins.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
This is part 1 of our chat with Jess. In this episode she shares Leo’s story with us. He was diagnosed with a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) and died shortly after birth in NICU.
Part 2 will be out next week.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
Laura and Bex attempt to record an off the cuff Ad for their course. Shared just for fun.
Megan's pregnancy was not planned but very much wanted. She sadly found out about her missed miscarriage at her 12 week scan.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
This episode is sponsored by Bower.
Bower is an environmentally conscious swimwear brand that combines high fashion with functionality. The luxury swim & resort wear is designed to look and feel exceptional and each piece is made by small ateliers in Italy and Portugal using recycled & responsibly sourced fabrics. Read about their sustainability commitments and shop the full Spring-Summer ‘21 collection now at bowerswimwear.com.
Use code TWGGE at checkout to claim your exclusive 25% off.
We cover a lot in this episode. This week we chatted to Becca about her experiences of a pregnancy of unknown location (PUL) which was eventually diagnosed as an ectopic pregnancy for which she was treated with methotrexate.
She went on to have fertility testing and found out that she had a diminished ovarian reserve (DOR - not a great amount of eggs). She has now started the process of IVF.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.--------------------------------
This episode is sponsored by Bower.
Bower is an environmentally conscious swimwear brand that combines high fashion with functionality. The luxury swim & resort wear is designed to look and feel exceptional and each piece is made by small ateliers in Italy and Portugal using recycled & responsibly sourced fabrics. Read about their sustainability commitments and shop the full Spring-Summer ‘21 collection now at bowerswimwear.com.
Use code TWGGE at checkout to claim your exclusive 25% off.
Just us, chatting about all the things that trigger our grief and complex feelings and more importantly we talk about how you can put boundaries in place to better manage these triggers. We cover:
- BFN/AF
- pregnancy announcements on social media
- baby showers
- being around pregnant friends and family
... and Bex finally presents us with a brilliant analogy! Finally!
This episode is sponsored by Bower.
Bower is an environmentally conscious swimwear brand that combines high fashion with functionality. The luxury swim & resort wear is designed to look and feel exceptional and each piece is made by small ateliers in Italy and Portugal using recycled & responsibly sourced fabrics. Read about their sustainability commitments and shop the full Spring-Summer ‘21 collection now at bowerswimwear.com.
Use code TWGGE at checkout to claim you exclusive 25% off.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode Georgina tells us about her experiences of miscarriage, her diagnosis of Ashermans syndrome and unsuccessful IVF cycles . She also talks about the differences between surrogacy in the UK and US.
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For our 1 year anniversary we are celebrating with an episode of our best bits.
This episode features many of our lovely guests. We know it will make you LOL!!
Thanks for all your support over the past year. Thanks to all our guests and each and every one of you in this shitty wonderful gang!
Xx
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This episode is part 2 of our chat with Jane Moscardini who sadly had to go through a termination for medical reasons. Previously we talked to Jane about her experiences of getting the devastating news and making that impossible decision to end her pregnancy. In part 2 we talk more about the birth itself, planning a funeral and life after loss.
A little heads up… this is another really emotional episode.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This episode is part 1 of our chat with Jane Moscardini who sadly had to go through a termination for medical reasons. In this first episode you will hear us talking to Jane about her experiences of getting the devastating news and making that impossible decision to end her pregnancy. Part 2 (out on Wednesday) is more about the birth itself.
A little heads up… this is a really emotional episode.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This weeks episode see's us chat to Rachel Lyons about her journey to motherhood. She went through years of infertility and IVF cycles before heading into the adoption process. She talks to us about what she went through to finally become mummy to her lovely daughter and the emotions she felt along the way. You'll find her over on Instagram and she welcomes people to get in contact if they wish. Happy listening xx
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Following her own experiences of infertility and fertility treatment abroad. Emma set up Your IVF abroad with her husband, Adam.
Your IVF abroad offers consultancy and concierge services, from clinic matching to practical and emotional support through treatment and are proud to be the UKs only independent reproductive agency that does not take commission from clinics.
Emma is on a mission to make IVF more affordable, accessible and supported, for more people.
You can find her on Instagram @yourivfabroad
Free peer support group for those TTC.
Emma has developed a free checklist so you can work out if IVF abroad is right for you via the link below.
https://www.yourivfabroad.co.uk/whoisivfabroadfor
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
To all the dads who carry a child in their heart but cannot hold them in their arms this Fathers Day. We see you, we've got you xIt was a real pleasure to chat to Sam Woolford for this podcast episode. He shares with us his experience of losing daughter Etta shortly after birth and he talks openly about the complex emotions and how he coped as a man as well as how him and wife Emily coped as a couple.
Sam is a bit of a ledge, although don't tell him we said that, it'll go to his head. Supported by wife Emily, he set up a SANDS football team for bereaved fathers and the work he is doing is fantastic at providing a support network for this who are usually the forgotten ones when it comes to grief after baby loss.
You can find more about the team by heading to their website and following on instagram. Have a peek at the great work Sam is doing or get in touch if you are interested in setting up your own team in your local area.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
It was a real pleasure to chat to Ruth Corden in our studio a few weeks ago- we laughed a lot. She is an absolute ledge and spoke so openly about the past 8 years of TTC. She talked about her experiences of early miscarriage, childlessness and the battles of being taken seriously by health professionals when fat and infertile.
If you enjoyed listening to Ruth then you should probably head over to listen to the podcast that she hosts with her sister, Finding the Funny is one of our faves. Happy listening.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
TRIGGER WARNING - if you want to skip this one please do, we won't be offended, pinky promise!
We discuss our own thoughts, feelings and experiences of out pregnancies following miscarriage. It's a but moany but that's because it's tough and just because its a desperately wanted pregnancy it doesn't make it any easier to cope with, in fact it comes with a whole new host of heightened emotions.
Guest appearance from Rob the loud Canadian.
Visit out Facebook group TWGGE Pregnancy After Loss for support on your journey.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
We've been chatting to Laura P in our DM's for some time now and this was our first actual 'meet'. It was great to hear more about her story and interesting to talk through the complex emotions surrounding loss/grief/TTC within a blended family. We thank Laura for her honesty when discussing these struggles and we know that it will resonate with many of you.
DISCLAIMER: bad singing #sorrynotsorry
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Sally Curtis is a 39 year old out of hours veterinary nurse who lives in Kent with her fiancé Tim, 6 cats and a cocker spaniel called Henry.
We chat to her about her miscarriage at 10 weeks which took several weeks to be officially diagnosed. We discuss the all too familiar ugly feelings and protecting your emotions when venturing back out into the post lockdown world.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Jane Fisher has worked for Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) since 2001. ARC offers impartial information and support through antenatal screening and its consequences, including bereavement.
In her twenty years with ARC Jane has supported thousands of women and couples through the painful experience of ending a pregnancy after a prenatal diagnosis, now often referred to as termination for medical reasons or TFMR.
You can find ARC on Instagram or via their website.
This episode is sponsored by Modibodi.
Modibodi is absorbent underwear that was founded to help people to better manage their periods and incontinence without the need for disposable pads, tampons or liners. It's a more comfortable, dignified solution that is better for our bodies and better for the environment. The new way to period.
After giving birth to her second child, Kristy (the CEO and founder off Modibodi) began to experience bladder leaks, then when her periods returned she realised that the solutions available to her were limited, costly, uncomfortable, not to mention bad for the planet. So, she took matters into her own hands and at her kitchen table began designing, testing and patenting Australia’s first period and leak-proof undies, Modibodi.
Their purpose is to create limitless positive impact on people and our planet. Beyond selling leak-proof apparel that empower people’s lives, they are committed to being sustainable in all we do, helping to end period poverty and supporting health education programs that normalise and open up conversations around our bodies and leaks. To date, they have already donated 25,000 pairs of underwear to women in times of crisis and women in need. They believe the ‘purpose or why’ behind a brand absolutely matters, it can act as a guide to each business decision, and ensure you stay focused on your customers first and foremost.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 15% off your order using "WORST15" at the checkout. - excluding sale items, gift cards, bundles, maxi-24hrs
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
We chatted to Amber Izzo about her 6.5 years TTC which included two failed cycles of IVF and getting ready for the ride that is the 3rd. She is a massive fertility activist and is running the Fight for IVF Campaign - you can sign the petition HERE. Find out more about the Innovation Fertility platform @ www.innovationfertility.com
This episode is sponsored by Modibodi.
Modibodi is absorbent underwear that was founded to help people to better manage their periods and incontinence without the need for disposable pads, tampons or liners. It's a more comfortable, dignified solution that is better for our bodies and better for the environment. The new way to period.
After giving birth to her second child, Kristy (the CEO and founder off Modibodi) began to experience bladder leaks, then when her periods returned she realised that the solutions available to her were limited, costly, uncomfortable, not to mention bad for the planet. So, she took matters into her own hands and at her kitchen table began designing, testing and patenting Australia’s first period and leak-proof undies, Modibodi.
Their purpose is to create limitless positive impact on people and our planet. Beyond selling leak-proof apparel that empower people’s lives, they are committed to being sustainable in all we do, helping to end period poverty and supporting health education programs that normalise and open up conversations around our bodies and leaks. To date, they have already donated 25,000 pairs of underwear to women in times of crisis and women in need. They believe the ‘purpose or why’ behind a brand absolutely matters, it can act as a guide to each business decision, and ensure you stay focused on your customers first and foremost.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 15% off your order using "WORST15" at the checkout. - excluding sale items, gift cards, bundles, maxi-24hrs
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Did you miss us? We enjoyed our break but we missed you guys.
In the episode we talk about our recent announcement about the Pathway to Recovery.
This episode is sponsored by Modibodi.
Modibodi is absorbent underwear that was founded to help people to better manage their periods and incontinence without the need for disposable pads, tampons or liners. It's a more comfortable, dignified solution that is better for our bodies and better for the environment. The new way to period.
-Did you know the average person uses 11,000 menstrual disposable products in their lifetime?
-Disposables often contain plastics and can take 500-800 years to breakdown in landfill, longer when they end up in the ocean.
-It's estimated that over 100 billion menstrual disposables end up in landfill annually
-Single use products are not only bad for our planet because they end up in landfill or flushed down our waterways polluting our oceans, but the production process - energy, raw materials, carbon emissions - is detrimental as well.
After giving birth to her second child, Kristy (the CEO and founder off Modibodi) began to experience bladder leaks, then when her periods returned she realised that the solutions available to her were limited, costly, uncomfortable, not to mention bad for the planet. So, she took matters into her own hands and at her kitchen table began designing, testing and patenting Australia’s first period and leak-proof undies, Modibodi.
Their purpose is to create limitless positive impact on people and our planet. Beyond selling leak-proof apparel that empower people’s lives, they are committed to being sustainable in all we do, helping to end period poverty and supporting health education programs that normalise and open up conversations around our bodies and leaks. To date, they have already donated 25,000 pairs of underwear to women in times of crisis and women in need. They believe the ‘purpose or why’ behind a brand absolutely matters, it can act as a guide to each business decision, and ensure you stay focused on your customers first and foremost.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 15% off your order using "WORST15" at the checkout. - excluding sale items, gift cards, bundles, maxi-24hrs
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Over and out 👋
Next series starts on 9th May xx
This episode is sponsored by Teapigs. We are massive fans of a cup of tea and particularly love this brand, in fact we usually both have a Teapigs cup in hand when we sit down to record our podcasts on a Sunday evening, so it's no coincidence that they feature in our gift boxes.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 20% off your order using "GIRLGANG20" at the checkout.
*One use only per customer. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or on regular subscription orders. Expires midnight 31st May 2021.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Here is part 2 of our chat with Elle Wright of Feathering The Empty Nest!! We discussed her fertility journey through IVF and pregnancy loss following the death of her little boy Teddy in 2016.
Her new book 'A Bump In The Road' is being released on 29th April but is currently available to preorder. Visit Elle's WEBSITE to find out more and read her blog.
This episode is sponsored by Teapigs. We are massive fans of a cup of tea and particularly love this brand, in fact we usually both have a Teapigs cup in hand when we sit down to record our podcasts on a Sunday evening, so it's no coincidence that they feature in our gift boxes.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 20% off your order using "GIRLGANG20" at the checkout.
*One use only per customer. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or on regular subscription orders. Expires midnight 31st May 2021.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Our last guest of series 2 is a true TWGGE member and quite frankly she is baby loss royalty! It was an absolute pleasure to meet her and we had so much fun recording. We ended up chatting for so long that we have decided to split it into 2 episodes. Here is part 1 of our chat with Elle Wright of Feathering The Empty Nest!!
We cover a range of topics from pregnancy after loss, parenting after loss, the therapeutic benefits of writing + talking about our experiences and connecting with the baby loss community.
Her new book 'A Bump In The Road' is being released on 29th April but is currently available to preorder. Visit Elle's WEBSITE to find out more and read her blog.
This episode is sponsored by Teapigs. We are massive fans of a cup of tea and particularly love this brand, in fact we usually both have a Teapigs cup in hand when we sit down to record our podcasts on a Sunday evening, so it's no coincidence that they feature in our gift boxes.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 20% off your order using "GIRLGANG20" at the checkout.
*One use only per customer. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or on regular subscription orders. Expires midnight 31st May 2021.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Here is part 2 of our chat with Leila and Rhys of the We Are Heavy Mental Podcast. The last episode covered their first pregnancy which resulted in a MMC and in this episode we discuss their second pregnancy which following a lot of turmoil ended as a TFMR.
These two are bloody fantastic and we got on like a house on fire. We've invited ourselves to Wales for a double date - they did agree but probably thought we were joking!
This is an emotional episode but there is a little laughter sprinkled throughout. Don't forget to go and follow them on IG and have a listen to their podcast too - it's one of our faves!
This episode is sponsored by Teapigs. We are massive fans of a cup of tea and particularly love this brand, in fact we usually both have a Teapigs cup in hand when we sit down to record our podcasts on a Sunday evening, so it's no coincidence that they feature in our gift boxes.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 20% off your order using "GIRLGANG20" at the checkout.
*One use only per customer. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or on regular subscription orders. Expires midnight 31st May 2021.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
This is our first chat with a couple and what a lovely pair they are. These guys have a real ‘passion for conversation’ - that’s their catchphrase but we are borrowing it!
Here is part 1 of our chat with Leila and Rhys of the We Are Heavy Mental Podcast. These two love birds met online and moved in together pretty sharpish after finding out they were expecting a baby. This pregnancy ended in a missed miscarriage for which they opted for medical management after the natural management was unsuccessful.
We talked about dealing with the physical aspects of miscarriage and the difficulties with knowing what to do and what to expect. We then begin discussing the early stages of their next pregnancy and this part of their story his concluded in the next episode.
This episode is sponsored by Teapigs. We are massive fans of a cup of tea and particularly love this brand, in fact we usually both have a Teapigs cup in hand when we sit down to record our podcasts on a Sunday evening, so it's no coincidence that they feature in our gift boxes.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 20% off your order using "GIRLGANG20" at the checkout.
*One use only per customer. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or on regular subscription orders. Expires midnight 31st May 2021.
Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
In this episode we chat to model and Love Island star Jessica Hayes who tragically lost her baby boy Teddy last year during the second trimester or her pregnancy. She talks to us about the details of what she went through when she gave birth to Teddy; her thoughts, feelings and fears as well as the difficulties of navigating these traumatic experiences during the pandemic.
Jess has since become a proud ambassador for the Saying Goodbye charity.
*Sorry about the sound quality on this one gang and please excuse the dog crying in the background.
This episode is sponsored by Teapigs. We are massive fans of a cup of tea and particularly love this brand, in fact we usually both have a Teapigs cup in hand when we sit down to record our podcasts on a Sunday evening, so it's no coincidence that they feature in our gift boxes.
Head to their website to get an exclusive offer of 20% off your order using "GIRLGANG20" at the checkout.
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This episode is for the family and friends of TWGGE. We know how tough it is to figure out what to say to someone going through pregnancy loss and we know just how much people want to help us BUT we are well aware of how difficult it is to know what to do and say for the best. Often this can lead people to feel nervous and ultimately say nothing at all. So this is a short chat about how to help a loved one through these shitty experiences. We hope it can be used as a resource to forward on to the important people in your life, to help them to help you. B+L xx
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This week we chat to the lovely Charla who created @thegratefulheartsclub. She runs monthly gratitude workshops. Go check her out! She's doing 'grate' things ... (get it?)
Having been on her own journey of infertility and loss she used gratitude to fight her way out of the darkness by embracing what she describes as 'crumbs of joy'.
During the episode we touch on her experiences of loss and infertility. Not only did her daughter Olive tragically die during childbirth, but over a 6 year period she also had missed miscarriages, a diagnosis of unicornuate uterus and endometriosis, as well as 2 ectopic pregnancies, the latter of which involved removal of her only fallopian tube.
She has been through so much yet continues to have such a positive outlook on life, she's quite frankly bloody inspirational! Charla has found her happy ending despite having empty arms and a heavy heart and we are absolutely certain that her story will provide some comfort and hope to others.
We also talk a little about men and their emotions as well as boundaries and of course we have a little natter about the old ugly feels.
This episode is sponsored by Fertility Circle an app to support anyone who is trying to conceive. Download the FREE Fertility Circle app for Apple or Android and receive your Free Fertility Wellness Pack when you sign up to the Fertility Circle newsletter.
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In this episode we chat to Jessica about the experience of her miscarriage, recovery and how this has gone on to affect her life. She talks very openly and honestly about her experiences and we could have chatted to her for hours. We also discussed the need for better education and breaking the taboo - you know, one of those episodes where we put the world to rights.
Jessica Zucker is a Los Angeles based psychologist specialising in reproductive and maternal mental health. Jessica is the creator of the #ihadamiscarriage campaign and her first book I Had A Miscarriage: A Memoir, a Movementis available from the 9th March. You can find out more about her and connect via Instagram.
This episode is sponsored by Fertility Circle an app to support anyone who is trying to conceive. Download the FREE Fertility Circle app for Apple or Android and receive your Free Fertility Wellness Pack when you sign up to the Fertility Circle newsletter.
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This week we chat to Louise known as @loss_motherhood_etc on IG.
We chatted about the loss of one of her babies due to Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome and the NICU experience with the other twin. She talks about how she used @twinstrust for the bereavement befriending service and has advised that @blisscharity is useful for the NICU information and support. We further discuss her pregnancy after loss and delve into the ugly feelings once more.
This episode is sponsored by The Fertility Method - an online fertility preparation plan - find them on Instagram and download your free supplements guide or visit their WEBSITE. Use code GIRL GANG for a cheeky discount at checkout.
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TRIGGER WARNING - secondary infertility/loss
We are firm believers in a few things:
- there is no hierarchy for grief
- all feelings are valid
- just because it might seem easier it doesn't mean it is easy
With that said, if you want to sit this one out we won't be offended. Laura is quite open about the fact that she would have struggled listening to this herself before she had Bertie. For those of you who are still waiting for your first baby... we hear you, we see you and we stand by you.
This episode is just us two rambling about how we feel, just how you guys seem to like it! We chat about society's reaction when someone who is already a mother loses a baby, the shock of losing a baby after having no problems previously and also about knowing when to stop trying and switch your focus on what you DO have rather than what you don't have.
We talk about our hopes, fears, what-ifs and if-only's. Be prepared, it's quite a deep and meaningful one.
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Sophie Martin works as an NHS midwife but joined us 'in the studio' to tell us about her own fertility story. She has been through multiple cycles of IVF over the years and spoke so openly and bravely about this loss of her twin boys, Cecil and Wilfred, in the second trimester. She continues on her journey to bring home a baby and we are certain that her honesty will bring comfort to so many.
This episode is sponsored by The Fertility Method - an online fertility preparation plan - find them on Instagram and download your free supplements guide or visit their WEBSITE. Use code GIRL GANG for a cheeky discount at checkout.
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In this episode we talk to Noelle about her own experience of early miscarriage and discuss the issues surrounding the validation and society's misunderstanding of the grief that goes alongside an early loss. Noelle chats to us about the work that she does with grieving mothers and why it is important that these experiences are acknowledged and respected by those around them,
Noelle is a bereavement doula and baby loss coach who supports women who have lost their babies at any gestation. You can contact her via her instagram account @mothering.every.mother
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Just us two chatting about the trials and tribulations of TTC after loss.
We mention an instagram post within the episode - it's a post by @hannahpearnacupuncture about cervical mucus. As promised we've linked it HERE.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Chris is father to three Henry who was stillborn at 38 weeks in 2014 and Robyn and Hallie who were born at 34 weeks in 2018.
In part 2 of our chat with Chris we talked about the struggle of infertility, his wife's cancer diagnosis, donor egg conception and a high risk twin pregnancy. We discussed his own experiences of post natal depression and the charity work that he has done over the years. You'll find Chris on instagram @pine_cones_and_study_days.
Since Henry's death he has tried to offer a voice in the stillbirth community, especially for fathers and has worked with various baby loss charity and on NHS initiatives. He now works for mamaacademy to provide safer pregnancy information to expectant parents.
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It's been a while since we chatted to a guy here at TWGGE and right at the beginning you'll hear Bex quote Harry Enfield which really breaks the ice. Haha! I don't imagine any of you are the least but surprised by this.
Chris is father to three Henry who was stillborn at 38 weeks in 2014 and Robyn and Hallie who were born at 34 weeks in 2018.
In part 1 of our chat with Chris we talked about the stillbirth of his Son Henry. We discussed dealing with the grief and trauma from a partners perspective. You'll find him on instagram @pine_cones_and_study_days.
Since Henry's death he has tried to offer a voice in the stillbirth community, especially for fathers and has worked with various baby loss charity and on NHS initiatives. He now works for mamaacademy to provide safer pregnancy information to expectant parents.
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In this episode we chat to Laura-Rose about the battles faced by the LGBT+ community when it comes to fertility and loss.
Laura-Rose Thorogood is a mother of 2 and is currently pregnant with her third child. She is a LGBT+ family activist, fertility advocate and campaigner and alongside her wife she founded the LGBT Mummies Tribe.
You can find out more about what LGBT Mummies Tribe is all about by visiting their website, Instagram account or Facebook page.
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We talked to Laura Gallagher about her 'journey' through infertility, IVF and ectopic pregnancies. It's a funny yet emotional episode where we discuss the complexity of feelings within pregnancy loss, a little bit about alternative therapy and you'll be thrilled to hear that there is even some singing (Disney I might add)!
Laura's book Robo-Babies is a story for children about the many ways in which babies arrive into their families including via IVF, donor conception, surrogacy and adoption. It has been published by Owlet press and HERE is the link to buy. You can find Laura on instagram @robomummy
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In this episode we chat to Fran about her experiences of the surrogacy journey here in the UK, which we found out is not too dissimilar to Tinder.
All jokes aside , we realise that this is something that many people think about when they travel the paths of infertility and recurrent loss. For most it seems too scary and expensive to explore further so we are here to give you some first hand info from someone who has done it, twice.
You can find out more about her journey on her BLOG or over at @theindendedparent on IG where you will find the link to the surrogacy podcast that she co-hosts. Her personal insta account is @100yearsinthemaking which is mainly about interiors but is probably the best place to contact her directly if you wish.
There was so much to talk about in this episode and we could have discussed so much more. Hopefully you find it interesting and helpful and if you require more info have a listen to The Intended Parent Podcast as that really covers the process from all angles.
Aside from that we had a great chat with lots of laughs. Enjoy x
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In this episode we chat to the lovely Zara about living with endometriosis, going through IVF and the devastating loss of her son due to a termination for medical reasons. Zara is working with three wonderful charities to support the movement in raising awareness of #tfmr and normalising the conversation around it.
Here is the link to Zara‘s Instagram page and those for Petals, Tommy’s and ARC.
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In this episode we chat to Dannika about her journey through recurrent miscarriage. We talk about sperm DNA fragmentation, IVF and how her faith has been tested over these years of loss. You can find Dannika on Instagram @faithledfertility
We discuss male factor infertility and reference the documentary Me, My Brother and Our Balls.
Apologies for the sound quality - Laura’s microphone was pants- rest assured she has a new one now!
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In this episode we talk to the lovely Alice who having travelled her own rocky path to motherhood went on to create a platform where in her role as a mindset mentor she offers support to the TTC and infertility communities.
She tells us 'in a nutshell' about both her internal and external fertility journey as well as how she was able to work on her own mindset when she had reached a point where she didn't recognise who she was anymore.
You'll find all the deets about what she does on her website.
We also chat about how difficult infertility and TTC can be around this time of year and Alice gives us her top tips for the festive period.
Laura's mic was shit at times in this episode so we must apologise in advance for some of the sound quality.
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One topic that comes up time and again is the 'Ugly Feelings' surrounding baby loss - we devote a whole episode to these feelings and cover pregnancy announcements & the lead up to Christmas too.
As always, you can expect a fair amount of piss taking & banter.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Rachel is a fertility acupuncturist based in Oxted, Surrey. She had her own fertility journey and knows how tough it is. This led her to working with women going through the same to help improve their chances of conceiving, either naturally or through IVF. Whether you have unexplained infertility or a specific diagnosis, she is able to offer the highest level of care, in particular, in areas such as Endometriosis, PCOS and recurrent miscarriage.
If you feel like she may be the right person to help support you then please do get in touch or you can chat beforehand by booking your free 15 minute call on her website. You’ll also find her on Instagram. Or head to the Fertility Support Instagram page or website to find a trusted fertility acupuncture practitioner in your area.
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We chatted to Kate from Tommy's about how the coronavirus pandemic has affected those going through pregnancy and loss as well as the lack of support for partners. We talked about the charity itself including the research programmes and the specialist recurrent miscarriage clinics.
We briefly touched on the COVID vaccine guidance for women who are pregnant and TTC. We must stress that the evidence will be changing rapidly so please seek medical advice from your midwife or GP in relation to this. In the meantime you can access the hub of growing COVID information on the Tommy's website HERE.
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Welcome back to The Worst Girl Gang Ever. Here is a little introduction to the series. We chat about what we have been doing on our break and also a bit about what we have coming up in season 2.
TRIGGER WARNING: pregnancy announcement
You’ll find Laura on Instagram and her book It Will Happen is available now (paperback and e-book also available at Amazon and Waterstones). Bex can be found on Instagram too and you’ll find TWGGE platform links below.
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Well that's a wrap people.
In this final episode we chat a little about the highs and lows of series one and our exciting plans for the future. We want to thank everyone for all the support over the past few months, it's been totes emosh but at the same time absolutely incredible. We feel honoured to have had the opportunity to chat to and support so many wonderful warriors! Big love to you all and keep in touch! We’ll be back in December.
You’ll find Laura on Instagram and her book It Will Happen is available to pre-order now (paperback and e-book also available on amazon). Bex can be found on Instagram too and you’ll find TWGGE platform links below.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Proudly sponsored by Peanut - the app where you can meet like minded women who are trying to conceive. Download for free HERE or find it on your app store.
In this episode we chat to straight & fast talking Katy Lindemann her journey through diagnosis of infertility & the all important question 'Will I be OK?'
It's a passionate episode and it's f*cking full of swear words.
You can find the link to Katy's website 'Uber Barrens Club' below as well as a link to her recent Australian documentary she speaks about & articles she has written.
Website : https://uberbarrens.club
Misunderstandings of Miscarriage https://www.mumdocumentary.com/
How to support someone with fertility problems article: https://metro.co.uk/2018/11/27/how-to-support-someone-with-fertility-problems-8156295
Childlessness after Miscarriage https://www.tommys.org/our-organisation/help-and-support/baby-loss-stories/childlessness-after-miscarriage-untold-story
Gateway Women: https://gateway-women.com/
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Baby loss guru Zoe Clark-Coates talks to us in this episode about how she has used her experiences of baby loss to help others. She set up the Saying Goodbye charity and has written four books, including best seller The Baby Loss Guide.
Here are the links to Zoe’s website and Instagram page.
Part 2 of 2.
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Baby loss guru Zoe Clark-Coates talks to us in this episode about her own experiences of baby loss. In part 2 she talks about how she used these experiences to help others.
Here are the links to Zoe’s website and Instagram page.
Part 1 of 2.
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In this episode we chat to Cat Strawbridge about her journey through unexplained infertility, IVF and multiple losses. She tells us about the work she does to help the community of people who are pregnant or parenting after loss. You'll find details about all of Cat's work HERE.
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In this episode we talk to Eve about her diagnosis of uterus didelphys (aka a double vagina), her recurrent miscarriages and post partum psychosis following the birth of her son Joe.
You can read Eve’s Blog or visit the Perinatal Mental Health Partnership Facebook Page to find out more.
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In this episode we chat to Tor Cook. She talks to us about her journey through recurrent miscarriage and IVF which has led to the current pregnancy with twins. We discuss how she coped with the rollercoaster of emotions and dealing with this while living as an ex-pat in Bermuda and we hear about her diagnosis and treatment for high NK cells. Lots of laughs. Warning: mention of butt plugs.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Proudly sponsored by Peanut - the app where you can meet like minded women who are trying to conceive. Download for free HERE or find it on your app store.
We chat to Ruth, Director of the Miscarriage Association, about the support and information that they provide for those affected my miscarriage, ectopic and molar pregnancies.
Head over to the Miscarriage Association website to access support and information and find all the information about the helpline (phone, live chat, email) HERE.
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It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Proudly sponsored by Peanut - the app where you can meet like minded women who are trying to conceive. Download for free HERE or find it on your app store.
Clair talks about her anxiety in future pregnancies following the death of baby Lucas. We discuss Lucas' Legacy and all the charity work that Clair has been involved with. She tells us about what it was like to be awarded with an MBE! Part 2 of 2.
If you have been affected by this or would like to find out more, head to the Children with Cancer website for further information and support or visit Lucas’ Website to read more about his story. You can go to the fundraising page to make a donation in his memory.
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Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@theworstgirlgangever.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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or you can join the‘1 in 4’ support group
It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Proudly sponsored by Peanut - the app where you can meet like minded women who are trying to conceive. Download for free HERE or find it on your app store.
We chat to the wonderful Clair about her son Lucas who became unwell 3 weeks after he was born. She talks us through his diagnosis of a brain tumour and caring for him at home with her husband Kez. Clair is very open and honest about their experiences of Lucas' illness and his death at only 7 weeks old. This is a tough story to listen to. Part 1 of 2.
If you have been affected by this or would like to find out more, head to the Children with Cancer website for further information and support or visit Lucas’ Website to read more about his story. You can go to the fundraising page to make a donation in his memory.
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Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.
Contact us via social media platforms or email info@theworstgirlgangever.co.ukYou'll find us on...
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or you can join the‘1 in 4’ support group
It's time to break the silence and open up the dialogue around the topics of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo, lets ditch it for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Proudly sponsored by Peanut - the app where you can meet like minded women who are trying to conceive. Download for free HERE or find it on your app store.
We got sponsored!!!!
We got so flustered during the recording of our VERY SIMPLE sponsorship script that we thought we'd celebrate by releasing the outtakes.
We know that you're used to nothing but professionalism and high quality content from us, so this may come as a bit of a shock.... the masks have slipped.
Enjoy and thank you for all your support, beautiful people
Bex & Laura x
In this episode we chat to Emma about her book, 'Where are you Lydie'. She wrote and illustrated the beautiful picture book following the death of her daughter Lydie. It has been produced to act as a guide for young children and parents to explore death and bereavement. We discuss the complex emotions and questions which come to the surface when a child loses a sibling.
This week we put the world to rights with another Bex and hear about her experiences of natural management of miscarriage of her twin pregnancy during lockdown. Believe it or not there is a lot of laughter in this episode and you'll be glad to hear there is just a small amount of singing.
This week we are joined by Noma. She talks openly about her pregnancy and the loss of her son Idris during the second trimester. We also discuss the differences within the African culture when it comes to talking about and dealing with baby loss.
You won’t want to miss this one. We talk about Claire’s experience of having a termination for medical reasons - the last real taboo of baby loss. Claire talks so openly, honestly and emotionally about saying goodbye to her daughter Evelyn. *mascara warning
We talk to the lovely James @the_honest_dad_ about his experiences of baby loss. He and his wife Lauren went through IVF to get their son Leo who sadly died shortly after birth. We chat about how they coped with this and their struggles of pregnancy after loss.
We chat with Hannah about her molar pregnancy along with the treatment she underwent for it. We talk cycling & exercise benefit on mental health.
This week we talk to Katie about Ottilie, her daughter born sleeping and Katie's 'no words' campaign - aiming to break the silence surrounding stillbirth. Tissues handy for this one.
During this episode, we chat to Emma following the new recommendations given by the government on how sonographers should deliver bad news during pregnancy scans. Emma is, herself, not only a member of our gang, but a sonographer.
This is a teary one, but as normal, we mix the emotion with terrible singing and below par comedy.
Laura’s journey to motherhood was far from simple. Following on from the summary of her story during the introductory episode she discusses the latter part in more detail with Bex. They chat about the ‘ugly feelings’, her ectopic pregnancy, the long battle to get answers and the treatment that lead to her eighth pregnancy finally being successful. As always there is no holding back and the banter is on point... or so they like to think.
You’ll find Laura on Instagram and her book It Will Happen is now available to buy!
This week we chat to and fall in love with Becca. She talks us through her miscarriages and the tragic loss of her baby boy, Oliver. This one will make you cry, and we felt that the only way to lighten the mood was to add some jokes about blow jobs and vagisil (not as a combination)
This week we talk missed miscarriage, PTSD and nipple squeezing. It's no wonder it's a little longer than usual...
This week we chat to Lucy (Mother of One) who founded the awesome Rainbow Running Club. We talk about miscarriage, secondary infertility, running, mindfulness and cake!
You’ll find Lucy on Instagram and you can head over to her website for more details about the Rainbow Running Club.
Bex and Laura host their first podcast episode! they introduce themselves and give a bit of detail about how they set up 'The Worst Girl Gang Ever' along with what they hope to achieve and how.
Neither of them are tech savvy, so please forgive any blips...(!!!)
A friendly reminder from Bex & Laura to tune in to their new podcast - The Worst Girl Gang Ever.