The PAL Doula Podcast | Help and Hope for Pregnancy After Loss

PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy is the leading charity for preventing stillbirth. Ana Lepe Vick and Samantha Banerjee join Sarah to talk about preventable stillbirth, as well as the Rainbow Clinic which PUSH has helped start in the US. This conversation is so helpful and important! Where to find PUSH @pushpregnancy (National Stillbirth Prevention non-profit) pushpregnancy.org (Empowered pregnancy tips, tools for prevention for providers, advocacy information, loss parent resources, etc.) PAL (Pregnancy After Loss) Provider Online Training: pushpregnancy.thinkific.com @stillmyson (Ana's personal account) @samanthadurantebanerjee (Samantha's personal account) @gemmababysavingdog (Samantha's dog, Gemma) @sacredbirthcircle (pregnancy tips/podcast) @creadorasdeluz (pregnancy tips in Spanish) Stillbirth Prevention Legislation: bit.ly/stopstillbirth Campaign with EarthMama Organics: pushpregnancy.org/unitedwepush To support both stillbirth bills go to: bit.ly/StopStillbirth @shineforstillbirth www.shineforautumnact.org @countthekicksus healthybirthday.org Texting Support Program with The PAL Doula: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

Bekah is the mother of six babies -- three here and three in Heaven. She talks about the dichotomy of parenting through grief and through joy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy is the leading charity for preventing stillbirth. Ana Lepe Vick joins Sarah to talk about preventable stillbirth, as well as the Rainbow Clinic which PUSH has helped start in the US. This conversation is so helpful and important! Where to find PUSH @pushpregnancy (National Stillbirth Prevention non-profit) pushpregnancy.org (Empowered pregnancy tips, tools for prevention for providers, advocacy information, loss parent resources, etc.) PAL (Pregnancy After Loss) Provider Online Training : pushpregnancy.thinkific.com @stillmyson (Ana's personal account) @sacredbirthcircle (pregnancy tips/podcast)@creadorasdeluz (pregnancy tips in Spanish) To support both stillbirth bills go to: bit.ly/StopStillbirth @shineforstillbirth www.shineforautumnact.org @countthekicksus healthybirthday.org Texting Support Program with The PAL Doula: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

In this Episode, Kristi shares her story of loss, pregnancy after loss, NICU, and advocacy. She's a powerful voice for knowing the "what" and the "why" so that you can stand up for yourself and your babies. You can find Kristi on Instagram at @amotherschance --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

"Empowerment" and "Advocacy" are two hot-topic words right now. This episode attempts to define these terms. And it gives an incredibly helpful tool to give you the knowledge needed to advocate for yourself and your baby from a place of empowerment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

This episode is so good! Allie is a birth and bereavement doula, and a hypnobirthing childbirth educator. She's mama to four children -- three here and one in Heaven. We talked about Allie's birth story with sweet Baby Calvary. We talked about teaching our children about their siblings in Heaven. And we talked about the hope we have because of Heaven. You can find Allie on Instagram at @alliedemes.doula --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

This extra special episode is an interview with my mom! Sometimes, I think, we don’t even consider the perspective of our babies’ grandparents. Loss, infertility, PAL — it all affects them too. Come listen to my mom and I discuss her perspective through our journey. It’s such a sweet conversation! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

This episode is a little bit of a different one. I’m going to be talking about grief and lament, joy in the midst of sorrow, and what it looks like to be in the depths of despair, unable to find joy. But I’m also going to be talking about hope. The goal of this whole podcast is to give help and hope to families walking through pregnancy after loss. And I believe that goal cannot be accomplished without a discussion of lament. Yesterday was Bereaved Mother’s Day. It’s a day in which we in the loss community naturally talk about grief. So, here I am, talking about it. For more resources on Lament: “Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy,” by Mark Vroegop - https://www.christianbook.com/clouds-deep-mercy-discovering-grace-lament/mark-vroegop/9781433561481/pd/561482 “Held,” by Abbey Wedgeworth - https://www.christianbook.com/biblical-reflections-comfort-care-sorrow-miscarriage/abbey-wedgeworth/9781784984779/pd/984779?product_redirect=1&search_term=Held%20abbey&Ntt=984779&item_code=&ps_exit=PRODUCT%7Clegacy&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP To connect with me, check out my Instagram page at @paldoula --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

Often, pregnancy after loss comes with the label of "high risk." So what can we do to navigate this kind of pregnancy with joy, and be empowered in high risk birth? Join me as I interview Lexi Zuo, a birth doula & childbirth educator and the host of her own podcast, Happy High Risk Pregnancy. This conversation is packed with so much goodness! Lexi can be found on Instagram at @lexi.zuo Her podcast is called Happy High-Risk Pregnancy And her website is lexizuo.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

Finding the perfect provider for pregnancy after loss is so important! This episode shares a few questions to ask a potential doctor or midwife, to find the best one possible for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

In this episode, I interview Hanna, The Miscarriage Dietitian. This conversation is so needed! Nourishing your body after loss and during TTC or PAL can be difficult and complicated. Hanna shares some simple tips and action steps, as well as lots of encouragement in this episode! Find Hannah's Miscarriage Dietitian page on Instagram at @themiscarriagedietitian Find her pregnancy/postpartum information on Instagram at @pregnancy.postpartum.nutrition Texting Support Program with The PAL Doula: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

Are women bad at birth? Mainstream medicine would have us believe that! And, as loss moms, it's so hard to trust that are bodies are meant for this. This week's episode with Lizzie delves into this topic. And, I think, you might come away with a little bit of hope, and a little more belief in the power of your body. Lizzie can be found on Instagram: @fiercelizzie Website: fiercelizzie.com Her birth course is called Unmedicated Academy, and her podcast is "Unapologetically Unmedicated." Texting Support Program with The PAL Doula: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

Join us for a deeply insightful conversation with Adrienne from "Empowered Womb." In this episode, we delve into the sensitive yet crucial topic of navigating loss and the journey of trying to conceive after experiencing loss. Adrienne shares invaluable insights on understanding one's own body and reclaiming power and strength as a woman. Tune in to gain wisdom, support, and inspiration on your own journey of empowerment. Adrienne can be found on Instagram at @empowered_womb Texting Support Program with The PAL Doula: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

March 22-28 is World Doula Week. But, what exactly is a doula? And how can they help, specifically during Pregnancy After Loss? And is it even worth hiring a doula? This episode answers all of these questions and more, as we talk about all things doulas. Caitlyn can be found on Instagram at @labortolovedoula. Alyssa can be found on her website at https://www.alyssaaudreydoula.com. To explore how you can work directly with The Pregnancy After Loss Doula, check out the website at https://www.pregnancyafterlossdoula.com Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram, @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

Join us for a heartfelt chat with Valerie Meek, a passionate advocate at Pregnancy After Loss Support (PALS). Valerie shares her own story and the inspiration behind PALS, including their amazing support app for moms navigating pregnancy after loss. Tune in for a touching conversation about resilience, community, and finding hope amidst grief. Pregnancy After Loss Support: https://pregnancyafterlosssupport.org PALS App: https://pregnancyafterlosssupport.org/pregnancy-after-loss-app/ Texting Support Program with The PAL Doula: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

Join us as we honor the strength, resilience, and hope of PAL Moms navigating pregnancy after loss. This episode offers support and a sense of community for PAL Moms everywhere. You are not alone on this journey. - Texting Support Program: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

In this episode, join us as we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Jenny Albers, the author of "Courageously Expecting." Jenny bravely shares her personal journey, including the challenges of navigating two losses and the emotional rollercoaster of pregnancy after loss. Listen in as Jenny opens up about the inspiration behind her book and the significance of maintaining courage in the face of adversity. Her story is not only one of resilience but also a testament to the power of hope and determination. Connect with Jenny Albers online via her Instagram handle @courageouslyexpecting or visit her website at jennyalbers.com to learn more about her journey and the impactful message she shares with the world. Tune in for an episode filled with touching anecdotes, empowering wisdom, and a gentle reminder to embrace courage in every step of life's journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

In this heartfelt episode, we journey through the tender process of preparing for postpartum with a rainbow baby. It's natural for expecting moms who have experienced loss to be filled with apprehension and fear about finally welcoming a living baby into their arms. Sometimes, these fears can be so overwhelming that they hesitate to prepare at all. Together, let's explore the emotional and practical aspects of embracing new life while tenderly navigating the delicate balance of grief and joy. - Texting Support Program: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

In this episode of the PAL Doula Podcast, host Sarah explores the journey of preparing to welcome a rainbow baby into the world after experiencing loss. Join us as we discuss coping with emotions, practical preparations, and navigating this poignant transition with empathy and resilience. Tune in for valuable insights and support as we embark on this emotional journey together. - Texting Support Program: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message

In this episode of the PAL Doula Podcast, host Sarah dives into the rollercoaster of emotions known as "scanxiety" – the mix of excitement and dread expectant mothers feel before every ultrasound appointment during pregnancy after loss. Join Sarah as she unpacks the origins of scanxiety, shares practical coping strategies, and emphasizes the importance of leaning on your support system. Sarah also encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and reach out for support when needed. - Texting Support Program: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=25179984&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1258130 Got questions or feedback? Reach out to Sarah via email at sarah@pregnancyafterlossdoula.com or connect with her on Instagram @paldoula. Your input helps shape future episodes, so don't hesitate to get in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepalpod/message