What I Wish I Knew beyond Pregnancy Loss

Before I dive in: FREE MASTERCLASS - October 22nd LOSS TO PURPOSE: Using Your Experience as Your Expertise If you're listening to this and you've ever thought "I want to support bereaved mothers but I don't know how to turn this calling into something real"—keep reading. I'm hosting a FREE masterclass on October 22 where I'm pulling back the curtain on how to go from "maybe one day" to "I'm doing this professionally now." It's called Loss to Purpose, and in 90 minutes I'm showing you: → The exact framework I use (and teach worldwide) to support pregnancy loss → Why you don't need to be "healed" or "perfect" to start → How to design YOUR unique offering while you learn (not 6 months after you finish) This isn't offered in any other pregnancy loss certification. Grab your free seat:  https://www.sharnasouthan.com/loss-to-purpose-masterclass    In this deeply moving episode, Sharna sits down with Shruti Trivedi, ICF-ACC certified life coach and founder of Tulsi Heals Life Coaching, to discuss her journey through five pregnancies, three losses, and the 11-year path to finally addressing her grief. Shruti shares the raw reality of her experiences—from terminating a pregnancy at nine weeks on New Year's Eve 2011 to delivering her identical twin boys at 23 weeks on her daughter's birthday after a rollercoaster journey through twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. Most powerfully, she opens up about the years spent avoiding her grief, the panic attacks that kept resurfacing, and the transformative decision to finally seek therapy. In This Episode, We Discuss: The reality of pregnancy loss at different stages and how the body responds Why "time heals" is only partially true—you must actively participate in your healing Breaking through the stigma around mental health and therapy The harmful phrases grieving mothers hear ("you can try again," "at least you have other children") Why pregnancy losses often aren't recognized as "real" losses—and why that's so damaging The importance of being vulnerable in front of your children How seeking therapy isn't weakness—it's strength Treating mental health with the same importance as physical health The concept of "mental cleansing" as essential as brushing your teeth Key Takeaways: "Self-care isn't being selfish" - Shruti's tagline reminds us that taking care of ourselves isn't just okay, it's necessary for our healing and our ability to show up for others. Hidden stories are everywhere - Even people you've known for 10+ years may be carrying their own pregnancy loss stories in silence. Validation is powerful - Sometimes the most important thing therapy provides is simply witnessing your experience and confirming: "Yes, this is trauma. Yes, this needs to be addressed. Yes, your feelings are valid." The importance of seeking professional therapy vs. relying solely on family/friends Understanding that physical and mental health are interconnected—not separate entities Finding a therapist: It's okay to try different therapists until you find the right fit Connect with Shruti: Shruti works with working mothers and professionals to release guilt, prioritize self-care, and embrace mental wellbeing with compassion and courage. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tulsiheals_life_coaching/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tulsihealslifecoaching LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/shruti-trivedi-pmp-acc-8793671a Substack: https://tulsihealslifecoaching.substack.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEuJzTER4Lz2u42KQIg2X9w  Book a complimentary session through the links in her social media bios About Tulsi Heals: The name honours Shruti's twin boys, with the logo's two leaves representing them. Tulsi is a holy Indian basil plant in Hindu culture, making this work deeply meaningful and connected to her journey.   Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: HERE IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan   Leave a Review If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your reviews help other women find these conversations and realize they're not alone in their journey. Remember: You don't have to heal alone. Your grief is valid, your babies mattered, and seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Trigger Warning: This episode contains detailed discussions of pregnancy loss, miscarriage, and stillbirth.  

HEY, QUICK THING BEFORE WE START: If you're listening to this and you've ever thought "I want to support bereaved mothers but I don't know how to turn this calling into something real"—keep reading. I'm hosting a FREE masterclass on October 22 where I'm pulling back the curtain on how to go from "maybe one day" to "I'm doing this professionally now." It's called Loss to Purpose, and in 90 minutes I'm showing you: → The exact framework I use (and teach worldwide) to support pregnancy loss → Why you don't need to be "healed" or "perfect" to start → How to design YOUR unique offering while you learn (not 6 months after you finish) This isn't offered in any other pregnancy loss certification. Grab your free seat:  https://www.sharnasouthan.com/loss-to-purpose-masterclass  Alright, now let's get into today's episode about... _______________________ In this heartfelt solo episode, Sharna opens up about a recent application for the Pregnancy Loss & Trauma informed Practitioner Certification that moved her deeply and sparked an important conversation about purpose, calling, and legacy. While October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, bereaved families need support all year round—in February, in May on Mother's Day, in November, and on those unmarked due dates. This episode explores why one month of awareness isn't enough and how your experience of loss can become medicine for others. Sharna addresses a powerful truth: when we say no to ourselves out of fear or financial concerns, we're saying no to our baby's legacy and to all the families whose lives could be transformed by our presence. Key Topics Discussed Why pregnancy and infant loss support is needed 365 days a year, not just in October The ripple effect of transforming personal loss into professional healing work Understanding that your grief journey can become someone else's roadmap The real cost of saying no to yourself and your calling How to move past financial fears and explore possibilities The difference between awareness and specialized trauma-informed support Your experience as medicine that the world desperately needs Memorable Quotes "Your experience of loss has the power to be someone else's lifeline." "When you say yes to becoming a pregnancy loss practitioner, you're not just saying yes to learning skills. You're saying yes to becoming a conduit for transformation." "You have empathy that can't be taught in textbooks. You have presence that can't be learned from videos." "Every day you say no to yourself is another day that families who need you are still waiting." About Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month October 15th marks the Wave of Light, a global day of remembrance for babies gone too soon. This episode honours all families navigating the profound grief of pregnancy and infant loss while emphasising the need for year-round specialised support. Resources Mentioned Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Certification JOIN THE FREE MASTERCLASS:  https://www.sharnasouthan.com/loss-to-purpose-masterclass  Payment plans available Connect with Sharna Instagram: @instituteofhealing_pl Have questions about becoming a certified pregnancy loss practitioner? Send Sharna a DM or fill out the application form linked below. Disclaimer The content shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. If you need further support, please consult your healthcare provider. Your baby mattered. Your grief is valid. You are not alone.  

In this deeply moving episode of What I Wish I Knew After Pregnancy Loss, host Sharna Southan speaks with Bina Jesani, a pregnancy and baby loss grief coach from the UK. Bina shares her 23-year journey navigating multiple losses—an ectopic pregnancy, the neonatal death of her son Krishan, and an early miscarriage—and how these experiences shaped her calling to support other bereaved parents. In this episode, you'll hear: Bina's story of her ectopic pregnancy at 5 weeks and the emotional aftermath of minimal support Her 4-year fertility journey and the eventual birth of her daughter The heartbreaking loss of her son Krishan, who passed away just two days after birth The pivotal moment in the hospital when well-meaning advice affected how she honored her grief Why the ectopic pregnancy recovery was more difficult than her neonatal loss (and what made the difference) The hierarchy of grief—and why all pregnancy loss deserves validation, regardless of gestation How Bina supports both individuals and couples through one-on-one and couples coaching The importance of fathers having their own safe space to process grief Why saying your baby's name out loud brings healing Tools and approaches for navigating anniversaries and trigger dates The healing power of hearing your story through others' eyes Key Takeaways: Do what feels right for YOU in your grief—don't let others dictate how you should honor your baby There is no hierarchy in pregnancy loss; your grief is valid at any stage Couples grieve differently and need both individual and shared support Bereavement support shouldn't be limited to October—bereaved parents need support year-round Speaking your baby's name and sharing their story is a powerful act of healing Connect with Bina: Instagram: @bina.jesani Website: binajesani.com (featuring healing blogs about her journey) This episode is part of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, honouring all babies gone too soon.   Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: HERE IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan   Important Note Content shared in this episode is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for medical guidance. Be gentle with yourself, and thank you for joining us in opening up these important conversations. Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

In the powerful conclusion of Holly's story, we explore how devastating loss became the catalyst for pursuing her lifelong dream of writing. Despite struggling with dyslexia and being told writing wasn't for her, Holly channeled her grief into creating children's books that help families navigate loss and maintain connections with loved ones who have passed. Part 2 Highlights The Cultural Gap: Navigating different approaches to grief and uncomfortable medical conversations Impossible Dreams Made Possible: How Holly overcame dyslexia and educational barriers to become a published author Fear in Perspective: Why losing Logan redefined what "scary" means and gave Holly courage to take risks Inside Out Wisdom: Using Pixar's emotional framework to understand grief and joy coexisting The Family Business: How sisters Georgia (illustrator) and Nina (business) joined the mission Lucy Bear Books: The debut release and vision for helping families The Logi Bear Books Mission Holly's debut children's book approaches death and loss through the innocent eyes of a dog named Diego, making difficult conversations more accessible for children while honoring the reality that relationships continue even after someone passes away. Book Features: Non-denominational approach (mentions heaven as concept, not religious doctrine) Suitable for families of all faith backgrounds, including atheist families Focuses on maintaining connections through memories and nature Told through a dog's perspective to soften difficult themes Key Insights How grief can unlock courage you never knew you had Why suppressing emotions during pregnancy can be more harmful than processing them The importance of letting children lead difficult conversations How personal tragedy can reveal untapped potential and purpose Logi bear Launch Details Book Release: October 14th on Amazon Book Launch Event: November 2nd, 12-3 PM at The Alamo, Kellyville Ridge Meet Holly and her sisters Face painting, rock climbing, picnic games Live music by Alex Toole from Little Quirks Book signing Connect with Logi Bear Books Website: Logibearbooks.com.au  Instagram/Facebook: @LogiBearBooks Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: HERE IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan Share screenshots and tag us to show what resonated DM for conversation and support Check show notes for Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Certification application Resources for Pregnancy Loss Support Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Certification: Worldwide training program for healthcare professionals, birth workers, coaches, and angel parents Designed to bridge gaps in current support systems Created by loss mothers for comprehensive pregnancy loss education Important Reminder Content shared is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for medical guidance. Thank you for witnessing Holly's story with us. Be gentle with yourself. If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share with someone who might benefit from hearing Holly's book.  Important Note Content shared in this episode is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for medical guidance.   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

In this heartbreaking yet hopeful first part of a two-part series, host Sharna Southan sits down with Holly Canda to share her profound journey through pregnancy loss and the unexpected path it led her toward. After losing her 11-day-old son Logan due to severe brain damage caused by cerebral hypoxia during a complicated breech birth, and then losing his young cousin Millie just five weeks later, Holly discovered healing through writing and creative expression. Holly's Story Highlights A Picture-Perfect Pregnancy: Holly's dedication to preparing for motherhood through fitness, education, and hiring a supportive birth team The Unexpected Turn: Logan's complicated breech birth at home and the devastating diagnosis that followed 11 Precious Days: The NICU journey, difficult decisions, and saying goodbye Double Grief: Losing cousin Millie (14 months old) to mitochondrial disease just weeks later Finding Purpose in Pain: How writing stories helped process grief and maintain connection with Logan Family Collaboration: Creating Lucy Bear Books with her sisters to help children understand loss and hardship Pregnancy After Loss: Navigating the complex emotions of expecting again while grieving Key Topics Discussed Home birth experience and breech complications NICU journey and end-of-life care decisions Processing grief through creative writing Supporting children through family loss Pregnancy after loss challenges Trauma-informed birth preparation Building community through shared experience Important Statistics Shared 1 in 4 pregnancies result in miscarriage 1 in 8 women experience infertility 1 in 100 women experience recurrent miscarriage 1 in 160 births end in stillbirth 6 neonatal deaths occur daily in Australia Resources Mentioned Logi Bear Books: Children's books helping kids understand life's hardships launching October 14th Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Certification: Training program for healthcare professionals and support workers To Connect with Holly: Logi bear books: (IG) @logibearbooks Website to come.    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share with someone who might benefit from hearing Holly's book. Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: HERE IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan   Important Note Content shared in this episode is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for medical guidance. Coming Up Don't miss Part 2 of Holly's story, where we'll dive deeper into her healing journey, the creation of Lucy Bear Books, and how she's helping other families navigate loss and grief. Be gentle with yourself, and thank you for joining us in opening up these important conversations. Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛  

In this deeply personal and heartwarming episode, Sharna shares the microphone with her greatest inspiration - her 7-year-old daughter, Poppy. As Sharna's rainbow baby and the driving force behind her work in reproductive trauma support, Poppy brings her natural curiosity, creativity, and wisdom to the podcast for a very special conversation. What You'll Hear In This Episode Poppy's Artistic Journey How her Nana inspired her love for painting Her favorite paintings including "The Beach," "Garden," and her special "Flowerpot" The joy she finds in choosing colors and watching her art come to life Her advice for other kids: "Just start. Try. If you don't know how to paint, I can show you." Creative Paper People Adventures Meet Poppy's characters including 13-year-old Bella and 4-year-old Jimmy How she creates entire families with names, ages, and storylines The special book her Nana helped create featuring all her paper people Life as a Homeschooler What Poppy loves most about learning at home Her favorite subjects: Art and Science The joy of having fun with friends while learning Behind the Scenes of Mommy's Business Poppy's perspective on watching Sharna build her business from home How she gets to meet clients and podcast guests from around the world Understanding mummy's work helping families and teaching others Skating Adventures Her Christmas skateboard and birthday roller skates Learning new skills and the excitement of trying new things Key Takeaways This episode beautifully illustrates that the work of supporting families through reproductive trauma isn't just about the destination - it's about honoring the beautiful, unique souls that make the journey so worthwhile. Poppy is living proof that when we create space for children to be authentically themselves, magic happens. Follow Poppy's Adventures Instagram: @adventures.of.princess.p Art Gallery: @poppys.gallery Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: HERE --> DM ME "SCHOLARSHIP" IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan Resources Mentioned Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Certification (application above) Homeschooling community and catch-ups A Special Note This episode serves as a beautiful reminder that we're not just fighting for pregnancies - we're fighting for moments like these. For curious questions, creative spirits, and the privilege of watching these little humans become exactly who they're meant to be.  Love this episode? Take a screenshot and share it on social media, tagging @instituteofhealing_pl. Sharna loves seeing what resonates with you!   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Todd Whitehurst, author of "Underneath The Weeping Tree," a 40-day devotional born from his family's journey through miscarriage and infertility. After a life-threatening illness forced him into retirement and stripped away his identity as a contractor, Todd discovered something profound: sometimes our greatest brokenness leads to our most meaningful breakthroughs. When his daughter experienced three miscarriages, Todd initially tried to do what many fathers do—fix the problem. But through his own season of forced stillness and spiritual searching, he learned that being present in pain is more powerful than trying to eliminate it. Drawing inspiration from the biblical story of Jesus weeping with Mary and Martha, Todd shares how he transformed from someone who compartmentalized grief to someone who could sit underneath the weeping tree with those he loves. Key Topics Discussed The male perspective on pregnancy loss and infertility Moving from fixing to presence in grief support How personal brokenness can lead to deeper healing The difference between religion and relationship in times of loss Why grief doesn't follow a timeline Finding joy and resurrection after seasons of mourning The danger of busyness and comparison in stealing our capacity for authentic living Powerful Quotes from the Episode "Jesus wept. He knew he was going to raise Lazarus from the dead, but instead he stepped into their pain with them and wept with them." "Sometimes healing is not the yes answer. What happens when the answer is no? But there is always resurrection that follows." "It's okay to not be okay. Everyone's telling me to be okay, and somehow I'm supposed to act like nothing ever happened." "Busyness silences the heart. In my busyness and comparison, when the world told me I was doing great, that's actually when I was sick." "I wouldn't trade the pain I went through for finding out how to love my daughter deeper in a way I never would've learned any other way." About the Guest Todd Whitehurst is the author of "Underneath The Weeping Tree," a deeply personal devotional written for those walking through grief, loss, or seasons of sorrow. With a background in construction and disaster recovery, Todd's life took an unexpected turn when a blood infection nearly claimed his life and forced him into retirement. Through his own journey of loss and his daughter's experience with miscarriage and infertility, Todd discovered his calling to offer comfort and hope to others in their darkest seasons. Resources Mentioned Book: "Underneath The Weeping Tree" - available on Amazon Contact: Todd welcomes personal stories and offers discounted copies to those in need Email: todd.whitehurst@gmail.com  Episode Themes Permission to Grieve: Society rushes us through grief, but healing requires time and space Masculine Vulnerability: Men can learn to sit with emotion rather than solve problems Faith Through Suffering: How spiritual practices can provide comfort without offering easy answers The Power of Presence: Being with someone in pain is more valuable than trying to fix their pain Redemption Through Brokenness: Our deepest struggles often become our greatest gifts to others For Listeners Who Are Grieving This episode offers validation that grief has no timeline and that feeling "not okay" is perfectly acceptable. Todd's message is clear: you are seen, you are not broken, and resurrection follows even the darkest seasons. If you're struggling financially, Todd offers free copies of his book—simply reach out via email. If this episode resonated with you, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and sharing it with someone who might benefit from Todd's message of hope and healing. Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: HERE IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

Are you apologising for your prices? Working for less than you're worth? Giving away your depth for free because you can't figure out how to put a price tag on transformation? You're not alone - and the statistics are more staggering than you think. In this eye-opening episode, Sharna breaks down the research showing that women charge 21-26% less than men in freelance markets, and a shocking 28% less as entrepreneurs. But for women in sensitive niches like pregnancy loss, grief work, and trauma support, the gap runs even deeper. What You'll Learn: The shocking statistics behind women's undercharging (and why it's worse in healing spaces) Why the "sensitive niche penalty" compounds traditional gender wage gaps The nervous system programming that keeps you stuck in undervaluation cycles How cultural conditioning around "caring work" sabotages your pricing The Sacred Economics framework that transforms your relationship with value Why your lived experience IS specialized expertise worth premium investment Key Takeaways: Your conscious integration of lived experience creates more sophisticated understanding than traditional training alone Undercharging isn't generous - it's participating in systems that devalue healing work Sacred Economics means pricing your medicine to honor both transformation and sustainability You can't out-price your nervous system - the internal work must happen alongside external changes Quotes from This Episode: "Your lived experience isn't just your story - it's specialized expertise that can literally save someone years of suffering." "You cannot out-price or out-build your nervous system. If your body doesn't feel safe holding the value of your medicine, you'll sabotage your own pricing every time." "When you undercharge, you're not just hurting yourself financially. You're participating in a system that devalues emotional and healing work." Resources Mentioned: Sacred Recognition Masterclass (replay available) access HERE: https://www.sharnasouthan.com/Profitable-Authority-replay  On Deck's 2024 Freelancer Study Women's entrepreneurship statistics Connect with Sharna: Instagram: @instituteofhealing_pl Website: www.sharnasouthan.com  Business Mentorship for Women in Sensitive Niches. DM me HERE Remember: You're not just pricing your services. You're pricing the medicine that could literally save someone years of suffering. Price accordingly. This episode is for women ready to stop apologising for their worth and start honoring their medicine through sacred pricing practices.

 A Milestone Celebration & Deep Dive into Somatic Healing We pause to honour a profound milestone—our 100th episode together. What began as a simple knowing that conversations about pregnancy loss needed to happen has blossomed into a global movement, rippling through practitioners, bereaved parents, and healthcare providers worldwide. Your downloads, shares, voice messages, and whispered recommendations to friends have transformed how we understand and support reproductive trauma. Thank you for proving that these conversations matter, that this work matters, and for being the gentle revolutionaries changing everything, one listen at a time. Now, we dive deep with Nicole Lange, acupuncturist and founder of Life Healing Life, who illuminates the intricate dance between trauma, nervous system regulation, and reproductive health. Nicole's revolutionary "nursery, house, neighborhood" methodology reveals why treating fertility in isolation—without addressing the whole person—creates unnecessary suffering and compounds trauma. From her own journey through assault and psychiatric hospitalization to becoming a pioneer in integrated reproductive care, Nicole demonstrates how Western medicine's mind-body split has left us treating symptoms while ignoring the foundation. Her approach bridges ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science, showing how trauma literally lives in our cells and why cognitive therapy alone cannot heal what the body remembers. This episode explores the profound truth that our bodies scan for safety four times per second, and how chronic stress rewires our entire system away from reproduction and toward survival. Nicole shares practical somatic tools that speak directly to the nervous system—from acupuncture and breathwork to simple practices like humming and feeling your feet in your shoes. We dive deep into generational trauma, examining how the nervous system patterns of our parents and grandparents live on in our cells, affecting our children before they're even conceived. Yet this isn't a story of doom—it's one of profound possibility and choice. As Nicole beautifully explains, healing trauma isn't about perfection; it's about creating enough moments of safety and regulation to shift the equation. This conversation will transform how you understand the connection between your inner world and your fertility journey. It's an invitation to see pregnancy loss not as personal failure, but as the body's profound wisdom in action—and to approach healing from a place of deep compassion rather than relentless optimization. Key Topics Covered: The "nursery, house, neighborhood" approach to fertility care How trauma lives in the body and affects reproductive function The four-times-per-second nervous system scan for safety Generational trauma and epigenetic inheritance Somatic practices that regulate the nervous system Why cognitive therapy alone isn't enough for trauma healing The difference between fertility optimization and holistic wellness Reframing pregnancy loss through the lens of body wisdom To Connect with Nicole: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebabyyouwant   Website: https://www.lifehealinglife.com/  FB/IG Pages (mostly serve as archives of info to share) https://www.facebook.com/lifehealinglife/  https://www.facebook.com/lhlgriefandloss/  https://www.facebook.com/lhllifewithoutbaby/  https://www.facebook.com/lhlpregnancyandparenting/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebabyyouwantofficial/  If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share with someone who might benefit from hearing Nicole's wisdom. Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: HERE IG: Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl IG: Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  IG: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

In this groundbreaking episode, Sharna unpacks the revolutionary insights from her recent masterclass "The Missing Piece: What Your Training Didn't Teach You About Reproductive Trauma." Discover why traditional approaches to pregnancy loss support are failing and how understanding the neuroscience changes everything. Key Topics Covered The Paradigm Shift That Changes Everything Why pregnancy loss is a full-body trauma response, not just grief How the nervous system goes into survival mode during loss The neurobiological dysregulation that requires trauma-informed approaches The Neuroscience No One Is Teaching What happens when the amygdala hijacks the prefrontal cortex How reproductive trauma disrupts the hypothalamic-pituitary axis Why bodies code pregnancy as life-threatening after loss The Medical Recognition Gap The devastating reality of being "physically recovered" vs nervous system chaos Why every pregnancy ends in postpartum regardless of outcome How the gut-brain connection affects digestion, sleep, immunity, and fertility The Presence Revolution Why the medicine is in being witnessed, not fixed How heart-brain coherence creates healing moments The difference between abandonment and true support The Framework That Bridges Everything Introduction to the Pregnancy Loss Recovery Method™ five-pillar framework How trauma-informed care transforms client outcomes Why nervous system regulation is essential for healing Powerful Quotes from This Episode "The medical recognition gap is the space between 'physically recovered' and what's actually happening in her nervous system." "Bodies don't grow babies when they're in perceived threat." "The medicine isn't in being fixed. It's in being witnessed." Resources Mentioned 🎥 Access The Missing Piece Masterclass Replay Experience the full 2-hour deep-dive that's revolutionizing how we understand reproductive trauma. Grab it HERE 📚 Pregnancy Loss & Trauma-Informed Practitioner Certification Transform how you support reproductive trauma with the only certification of its kind. Apply HERE Connect with Sharna Instagram: @instituteofhealing.losssupport Website: www.sharnasouthan.com  Email: sharna@sharnasouthan.com Next Steps Ready to bridge the gap in your training or healing journey? Start with the masterclass replay to experience this paradigm shift yourself, or apply directly for the certification if you're ready to revolutionise your practice. This episode is essential listening for practitioners, loss parents, and anyone who believes we can do better in supporting reproductive trauma.

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Chrystine Bink, founder of "Cradles in Our Hearts" and proud mommy to three beautiful angel babies. Chrystine shares her raw and honest journey through three pregnancy losses, the medical challenges she faced, and how she transformed her grief into a powerful advocacy platform. What You'll Learn: The Reality of Recurrent Loss: Chrystine's experience with three consecutive pregnancy losses, including missed miscarriages and chemical pregnancy Medical Advocacy: How she fought for answers and finally discovered the chromosomal abnormality causing their losses The Trauma of Pregnancy After Loss: The anxiety and fear that comes with trying again after experiencing loss Creating Community: How Chrystine built "Cradles in Our Hearts" to provide support and break the stigma around pregnancy loss Supporting Partners: Why fathers and partners need recognition and support in their grief journey too Key Takeaways: Pregnancy loss affects 1 in 4 pregnancies, yet remains largely unspoken The importance of validating angel babies and not minimizing loss How connecting with other loss parents can be healing The need for better medical support and earlier testing options Simple ways to support someone going through pregnancy loss Resources Mentioned: Cradles in Our Hearts - Chrystine's advocacy platform Chasing the Rainbows - Virtual grief support groups (4 meetings daily) Chrystine's Etsy shop featuring miscarriage comfort items Connect with Chrystine: Instagram: @ChrystineBink (search Chrystine Bink) TikTok: Chrystine Bink Facebook: Chrystine Bink Etsy Shop: (linked in her TikTok bio) Note: Chrystine may be updating her social media handles - check episode show notes for current links A Note from the Host: This conversation highlights the importance of speaking openly about pregnancy loss, validating the experiences of loss parents, and creating supportive communities. If you or someone you know has experienced pregnancy loss, please know that your angel babies matter, your grief is valid, and you are not alone.  If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share with someone who might benefit from hearing Chrystine's story. Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

"The Missing Piece - What Your Training Didn't Teach About Pregnancy Loss" There's a gap in how we support pregnancy loss that's leaving both practitioners and bereaved mothers feeling inadequate. Today, Sharna reveals the neuroscience that changes everything about reproductive trauma support. Whether you're a trained professional who freezes when pregnancy loss enters your practice, or a loss mother who knows you're meant to support others but feels underequipped, this episode exposes what nobody teaches about pregnancy loss - and why the current approach is systemically failing the 1 in 4 pregnancies which end in loss. What You'll Discover: 🧠 The shocking statistics: Why 39% of bereaved mothers develop PTSD (vs 4-17% general population) and 41% higher depression risk 🤱 The neuroscience revelation: How pregnancy loss affects 4 additional brain systems that traditional grief training completely misses 💔 Why your training failed you: The difference between grief (prefrontal cortex) and reproductive trauma (full nervous system disruption) 🫀 The body language of trauma: What her shoulders, breathing, and protective postures are really telling you ⚡ The 5-pillar framework: A complete system that bridges lived experience with trauma-informed care Key Takeaways: For Healthcare Practitioners: Pregnancy loss isn't complicated grief - it's unrecognised trauma Traditional grief stages don't apply when the nervous system is in survival mode You need somatic approaches, not just cognitive tools That "wall" you hit with pregnancy loss clients isn't about your competence For Bereaved Mothers: Your lived experience IS medicine when held within proper framework Your story alone isn't "enough" - and that's not a limitation, it's an opportunity The terror in subsequent pregnancies makes neurobiological sense You don't need psychology degrees - you need trauma-informed understanding For Everyone: Current postpartum models assume every mother has a baby to hold Unresolved reproductive trauma can affect future fertility The gap between what exists and what's needed? You could be the bridge Powerful Quotes from This Episode: "We've been treating trauma as grief. No wonder they're not getting better." "Her body is speaking what words cannot." "Talk therapy alone can't reach what lives in the body." "The revolution in pregnancy loss support comes from the marriage of lived experience and trauma-informed framework." Next Steps: 🎯 Ready to Fill the Missing Piece? Join The Missing Piece Masterclass - What Your Training Didn't Teach About Reproductive Trauma When: August 13th, 2025 | 9:30am AEST Duration: 120 transformative minutes Investment: $17 (Regular $600) What You'll Gain: ✓ Complete neuroscience of reproductive trauma ✓ The 5-pillar framework that actually works ✓ Language that creates safety vs activates trauma ✓ Live nervous system regulation techniques ✓ Immediate implementation strategies ✓ BONUS: Nervous System Regulation Toolkit ($97 value) ✓ CPD Registered for professional development hours 🔗 Register Now: https://www.sharnasouthan.com/missing-piece-masterclass-a3ff05d3-cb9f-4401-85fb-88098052400b  Can't attend live? Register anyway for lifetime access to the recording. 🎁 Free Resource: Download the Window of Tolerance Assessment when you register - start recognising nervous system states immediately. Resources Mentioned: The Pregnancy Loss Recovery Method™ Certification: Apply HERE Window of Tolerance Assessment (free with registration) Nervous System Regulation Toolkit (Bonus inside the Masterclass) Graduate success stories and transformations Connect with Sharna: Website: www.sharnasouthan.com  Instagram: @instituteofhealing.losssupport LinkedIn: @sharnasouthan Email: sharna@sharnasouthan.com  For Loss Mothers: Stop believing you need psychology degrees. You need framework for your wisdom. The masterclass shows you exactly how to transform your lived experience into structured, trauma-informed support. For Healthcare Practitioners: Stop thinking more grief training will help. You need the trauma lens specifically for pregnancy loss. This masterclass bridges the gap that's been leaving you feeling inadequate. The women googling "why can't I get over my miscarriage" at 3am need practitioners who understand what traditional models miss. Let that practitioner be you. Register for The Missing Piece Masterclass: https://www.sharnasouthan.com/missing-piece-masterclass-a3ff05d3-cb9f-4401-85fb-88098052400b  Trust what brought you here. Your clients - current or future - are waiting for someone who gets this.

In this deeply moving and transformative episode, fertility mindset coach and holistic therapist Laetitia Felix shares her raw, four-year journey through unexplained infertility, three ectopic pregnancies, and a chemical pregnancy before becoming a mother at 40. After being told to remove her left fallopian tube following her third ectopic pregnancy, Laetitia trusted her intuition, declined the surgery, and went on to conceive her daughter naturally through that same tube just one year later. Her story is a powerful testament to the importance of honoring your inner wisdom, processing grief, and taking a holistic approach to fertility. What You'll Learn In This Episode How to recognise when you've lost your power in the medical system and how to reclaim it The critical importance of processing emotions and trauma rather than "pushing through" Why your subconscious mind may be sabotaging your fertility journey (and how to change it) The connection between womb healing and conception How to rebuild trust with your body after loss Why "unexplained infertility" isn't the end of your story The difference between surviving and thriving on your fertility journey How grief and hope can coexist in your healing process Key Topics Covered The physical and emotional aftermath of methotrexate treatment Navigating the overwhelm of fertility treatment options The power of taking a conscious break from trying to conceive Mind-body-soul alignment for fertility Energy healing and emotional release techniques The importance of finding your supportive tribe Pregnancy after loss and birth trauma healing Why fertility isn't just a physical process Connect with Laetitia Website: https://www.mindsetbodyandsoul.com/  Instagram: @mindset_bodyandsoul Free Discovery Call: Click HERE Programs Mentioned Birthing the New You: 10-week transformational program for women with unexplained fertility challenges Pregnancy Loss Support: 6-week program for processing grief and preparing for the future Pregnancy After Loss Support: For women navigating pregnancy after trauma or loss One-on-one sessions: EFT, energy healing, and couple support available   Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

What if the support you desperately searched for became the work you were meant to do? After six pregnancy losses and making the heart-wrenching decision to end her fertility journey, Kelly found herself googling pregnancy loss assistance in the middle of the night. What she discovered next would transform not only her own healing but launch her into a mission to support other women navigating life after loss without a rainbow baby. In this powerful 2-part episode, Kelly shares her raw and honest journey from feeling lost and voiceless to becoming a certified Pregnancy Loss & Trauma-Informed Practitioner who now creates the support she wished she'd had. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Kelly's Transformation Story: How she went from not knowing anything to complete confidence The moment in the masterclass that changed everything Why she kept coming back to Sharna's page despite being continents apart How she learned to speak openly about not having children Inside the Certification Experience: Why this isn't an à la carte program like others she researched The global support network that transformed her practice How the certification helped her heal while learning to help others The difference between taking notes and truly embodying the work The Missing Pieces: What traditional support fails to address Why 1 in 4 feels like 1 in a million The holistic approach that changes everything How to fill the gaps in pregnancy loss support Kelly's Mission: Supporting women who didn't get their happy ending Navigating life after ending the fertility journey Repurposing life when it doesn't match the plan Creating safe spaces for the conversations nobody's having What You'll Learn: Kelly opens up about her experience before finding this work - the isolation, the mask-wearing, the inability to attend baby showers without an exit strategy. She shares how she was searching for something, anything, that could help her navigate the end of her fertility journey. Through the certification, Kelly discovered: The power of normalized conversations about loss How to transform personal pain into professional purpose The importance of holistic healing approaches Ways to support women redefining life after loss She discusses the comprehensive nature of the program - from trauma-informed approaches to business foundations - and how having lifetime access means she can revisit materials whenever she needs them for her clients. Kelly also shares her unique mission: supporting women who have ended their fertility journey without a rainbow baby, helping them navigate the complex emotions of letting go of one dream while finding new purpose. Key Takeaways: ✓ Your search for support might be leading you to your purpose ✓ Healing and helping others can happen simultaneously ✓ The certification provides knowledge AND embodiment ✓ Global connection creates powerful support networks ✓ Your story has value, even without a happy ending ✓ Holistic healing addresses the whole person, not just grief About Kelly: Kelly is a certified Pregnancy Loss & Trauma-Informed Practitioner and official ambassador for the certification program. After navigating six pregnancy losses and the decision to end her fertility journey, she now supports women who are redefining their lives after loss without a rainbow baby. Through her masterclasses and signature programs, Kelly fills the gaps in support she wished she'd had during her own journey. Resources Mentioned: Join the NEXT Masterclass (how Kelly's journey began): https://www.sharnasouthan.com/missing-piece-masterclass-a3ff05d3-cb9f-4401-85fb-88098052400b  Pregnancy Loss & Trauma-Informed Practitioner Certification Business Mentorship Program Kelly's upcoming masterclasses and signature series -- find out more on her Instagram Connect with Kelly: As an Ambassador: Kelly is available to answer your questions about the certification program from a student's perspective. She offers honest insights about what you actually receive versus what's promised. [Kelly's Instagram] [Kelly's Website]  Ready to Start Your Journey? If Kelly's story resonates with you and you're curious about the certification: Start where Kelly did: Join the next masterclass Have questions? Reach out to Kelly directly as an ambassador Ready to dive deep? Learn more about the certification program Special Ambassador Link: Use Kelly's unique enrollment link [HERE] to join the certification Action Steps: Follow Sharna on all social platforms for daily support and insights Register for The Missing Piece Masterclass: https://www.sharnasouthan.com/missing-piece-masterclass-a3ff05d3-cb9f-4401-85fb-88098052400b  Connect with Kelly if you have questions about the certification Join the global community of practitioners changing how we support pregnancy loss Final Thoughts: Kelly's journey reminds us that sometimes our deepest pain becomes our greatest purpose. From late-night Google searches to becoming a beacon of support for others, her transformation showcases what's possible when we find the right support and education. Her message is clear: ask the questions, find out what you need, and connect with people who can help you navigate your decision. The support is there - you just need to reach out. Did this episode resonate with you? Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share how Kelly's story impacted you. Your review helps other women find this transformative content.

What if the very thing you've been running from is actually running toward you with gifts? In this profound exploration of triggers and the nervous system, we dive into the sacred paradox of emotional activation—how the experiences that feel most overwhelming often carry the keys to our deepest healing. This episode illuminates the hidden mechanics of hypervigilance and reveals why your nervous system becomes a perpetual scanning device when emotions are pushed away rather than welcomed home. We explore the delicate art of creating safety within ourselves, transforming the places where we've learned to dissociate into doorways of integration. You'll discover why triggers are actually activations of what already lives within you, waiting to be witnessed with the tenderness of a mother recognising her own child. We'll journey through the landscape of the stressed nervous system and uncover how the very act of avoiding our pain keeps us trapped in the exhausting cycle of looking over our shoulder. This isn't about forcing yourself to feel everything at once—it's about the gentle rebellion of choosing presence over numbing, integration over dissociation. It's about recognizing that your triggers aren't enemies to be defeated, but messengers carrying the blueprint for your nervous system's return to safety. A tender invitation to stop outsourcing your emotional truth and start seeing your triggers through the lens of love, compassion, and the profound wisdom of your own becoming. ENROL IN THE NURTURE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM ONLINE EXPERIENCE -- Self-pacing isn't a consolation prize—it's the wisdom your nervous system has been waiting for. This spaciousness becomes the very container where true integration alchemises, honouring your unique rhythm of becoming. ENROL HERE: https://www.sharnasouthan.com/offers/LUznH4mF/checkout    The Instagram for your loss guidance: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

In this deeply moving episode, Kelly Rogers shares her multifaceted journey through miscarriage, infertility, termination for medical reasons (TFMR), and the decade-long decision of what to do with frozen embryos. Kelly's story reveals the hidden struggles many women face - from wearing different "masks" depending on the situation to receiving monthly storage bills that repeatedly reopened wounds.   What You'll Learn: - The power of taking a pause before making fertility decisions - How to navigate the complex emotions around unused embryos - Why grief after pregnancy loss feels different from other types of loss - How to rebuild your identity when your original plans don't unfold - The importance of honoring your own timeline, not society's expectations   Key Topics Covered: - Multiple types of pregnancy and fertility loss - The emotional weight of frozen embryos and storage decisions - Embryo donation experiences and challenges - The concept of "drinking from your own cup" vs. external pressures - Moving from surviving to thriving after loss Creating the support you wish you'd had Kelly now offers support through her "Rediscovering Your Radiant Essence" signature series and specialised masterclasses, providing the validation and guidance she couldn't find during her own journey. Resources Mentioned: - Kelly's Instagram: @i_am_unbroken13 - Website: www.iamunbroken13.com  - Masterclass: "Rediscovering Your Radiant Essence" - Specialised workshop: "Unused Embryos: Navigating Decisions and Emotions" Make sure to Connect with Kelly: For questions, support, or to learn more about her programs, reach out via Instagram DM or through her website. No matter when you are tuning in - Grab access to her Masterclasses through sending her a DM.   Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

Building a Cyclical Business with Amanda Trieger Join Sharna in this transformative conversation with Amanda Trieger, naturopath, doula, and cyclical business mentor, as they explore how women in sensitive niches can build sustainable businesses by honouring their natural rhythms. Amanda shares her journey from burnout to building a thriving practice aligned with her menstrual cycle, seasonal rhythms, and feminine frameworks. Key Topics Covered: 🌙 The Cost of Ignoring Our Cycles (4:11-9:39) - Amanda's journey from "successful" but burnt out to cyclically aligned - Why external success doesn't equal internal sustainability - The missing piece in traditional business education 🌙 Understanding Infradian Rhythms (9:42-13:44) - How women operate on a 28-day cycle vs. 24-hour masculine model - Why consistency needs redefinition for women - Planning years ahead using lunar and seasonal calendars 🌙 Cyclical Business Planning in Practice (13:48-17:24) - How to maintain energy without disappearing from your business - Scheduling different tasks for different cycle phases - Why "showing up the same way every day" leads to burnout 🌙 Creating Non-Negotiable Self-Care (17:24-31:00) - Warning signs of burnout (when did you last do something you love?) - Building rest into your business plan, not as an afterthought - The power of workshops, retreats, and mentorship for sustainability 🌙 Menstruation as a Business Strategy (31:01-35:45) - Amanda's approach: "My business is in alignment with my menstrual cycle" - Different phases require different types of work - Winter/menstruation: admin, reflection, crafting - Ovulation: launching, visibility, saying yes 🌙 For Women in Sensitive Niches (35:46-46:56) - Special considerations when holding space for grief, loss, trauma - Building businesses that last decades, not years - Why you need to honour your energy FIRST to sustain others  Resources Mentioned: Wintering Women's Guide for Soulful Business - Amanda's free 67-page guide featuring cyclical planning tools, recipes, articles, and contributions from successful women in business - Wednesday Night Mistress Class - Deep dive into cyclical planning with downloadable planners - Jane Hardwick Collings' "Her Story" - Book about menstrual taboos Key Takeaways for Practitioners: Schedule according to your cycle: - Menstruation: Rest, admin, reflection - Follicular: Planning, visioning, creating - Ovulation: Launching, visibility, networking - Luteal: Editing, completing, preparing for rest Cyclical self-care is non-negotiable - Build it into your business plan Different energies require different outputs - Stop forcing consistency Your "heavy" niche requires MORE rest, not less Planning visually and cyclically creates long-term sustainability   Connect with Amanda: - Website: CLICK HERE - Instagram: CLICK HERE - Access the Wintering Women's Guide: CLICK HERE   Connect with Sharna: - Instagram: CLICK HERE - Read more or Apply for the Mentorship: CLICK HERE   Action Step: Start tracking where you are in your cycle and notice your energy patterns. Begin scheduling your most important work during your high-energy phases and rest during your low-energy times.   Did this episode resonate? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share what shifted for you. Your review helps other women in sensitive niches find this supportive content. Note: This episode contains essential information for any woman building a business, especially those working in grief, loss, fertility, and trauma support spaces. Save it to return to whenever you need reminders about honouring your natural rhythms.

In this profound conversation, Catherine Isaac courageously shares her journey through three pregnancy losses and the creation of Two Souls Co., born from her recognition of an "unknown need" in pregnancy loss support. What You'll Discover:  - Catherine's raw and honest account of experiencing pregnancy loss at home, including the challenges of collecting baby's remains with inadequate resources - The gaps in medical system support and information sharing during pregnancy loss - How personal trauma can transform into purposeful action through the creation of the Soul Collection Kit - The importance of choice and dignity in honoring baby's remains - Why healthcare providers need better tools to support women through this experience - The healing power of having options and being truly informed during loss   Key Themes Explored:  - The isolation and trauma of managing pregnancy loss without proper guidance - How lack of information compounds grief and confusion - The significance of choice in the healing and closure process - Creating supportive resources from lived experience - The "unknown need" for dignified options during pregnancy loss   Connect with Catherine: Website: www.twosoulsco.com.au   Email: hello@twosoulsco.com.au   Instagram: @tw.souls.co   LinkedIn: Catherine Isaac     Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

In this deeply personal episode, host Sharna Southan opens her heart to share the profound "why" behind writing her upcoming book on pregnancy loss support. Moving beyond logistics and outlines, Sharna takes listeners into the defining moment that changed everything—walking into an ultrasound room pregnant and leaving empty, only to discover that the silence and dismissal that followed was almost as devastating as the loss itself. This isn't just another story about grief; it's a call to action for systemic change in how we support women through reproductive loss. Key Topics Covered: The Defining Moment The ultrasound experience that changed everything What medical professionals don't tell you about pregnancy loss The physical reality: contractions, clotting, and trauma no one prepared her for The emotional aftermath of medical dismissal The Systemic Problem: Why we don't just have a grief problem—we have a training problem How professionals want to help but lack the proper tools The silence that surrounds pregnancy loss experiences Why women are walking through devastating moments without adequate support The Solution: A New Approach The Pregnancy Loss Recovery Method taught internationally Training professionals to hold space for grief that "bleeds" Language, tools, and frameworks for better support Understanding pregnancy loss as postpartum experience Who This Book Is For Women feeling broken and bleeding in silence Partners who feel invisible in their grief Professionals who want to help but feel helpless Anyone who's felt dismissed after pregnancy loss The Instagram to watch the book journey unfold: Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛

In this deeply moving episode, we welcome Shannon Roane, the founder of J&J Journals—a brand born from personal heartbreak and a desire to guide others through the silent terrain of pregnancy loss and grief. Shannon vulnerably shares the story of her ectopic pregnancy, a missed miscarriage, and the unspoken aftermath that left her navigating trauma, isolation, and silent suffering. We explore: • The unrecognised trauma of pregnancy loss • How journaling became Shannon’s lifeline • The unseen grief anniversaries that live in our bodies • Finding safe spaces to heal and be witnessed • The truth about navigating friendships and triggers after loss • The courage to hold space for others through peer mentoring and care packages Shannon reminds us that healing isn’t about “moving on,” but about moving forward with compassion, purpose, and grace. Whether you’ve experienced loss yourself or are supporting someone who has, this conversation offers heart-opening insights and a deep sense of connection. Mentioned in this episode: • Shannon’s guided journals: Joy Comes in the Morning & Held in My Heart • J&J Journals care packages for grieving mothers • The importance of grief-informed therapy Where to find Shannon: IG: @jandj_journals & TikTok Website: https://jandjjournals.com    Connect with Sharna: Apply for the Certification: Here Biz Mentorship: @instituteofhealing_pl Podcast: @pregnancyloss_podcast  Loss Support & Certifications: @insitituteofhealing.losssupport   Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify  For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey. Thank you for tuning in, and if you found this episode valuable, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. We look forward to supporting you in the next episode. 🫶 Leave a Review & Support the Show: If this conversation spoke to you, share it with someone who may need to hear it. And If this conversation resonated with you, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast. It helps us reach more hearts that need to hear they are not alone.  Disclaimer: Please note that the information shared in this podcast is not intended as medical advice. For personal medical advice and support, consult with your healthcare provider. Your Feedback Matters: If you found value in this episode, kindly leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback is crucial in helping us deliver content that supports, informs, and heals. Feel free to share this episode on social media and tag us with your insights and takeaways. Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing_pl/ || https://www.instagram.com/instituteofhealing.losssupport/  W: www.sharnasouthan.com  Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛