We are releasing Lisette's story this week in light of the fact that this Saturday is Red Nose Day (@rednoseaustralia). Red Nose Australia aim to save little lives through research and education, and support those who are impacted by the death of a little one in pregnancy, infancy or childhood. If you have the capacity to donate to this incredibly important cause, you can do so via their instagram page or website www.rednoseday.org.au
Please note that today’s episode is a very emotional and sensitive one as we discuss full-term pregnancy and infant loss. If you do not feel like you are in a headspace to listen to this episode please skip ahead and come back whenever you’re ready.

Season 2 Episode 10
Our guest in today's special 2 part episode (part 2 to be released next week) is Lisette Brock, mum of 3 and Registered Nurse from Brisbane.
Lisette & her husband Ben’s entry into parenthood is a story that many would describe as their worst nightmare, with the full-term pregnancy loss and subsequent stillbirth of their first daughter Isabelle. The birth and postnatal experience that followed this loss are a story of unwavering and awe inspiring love for their daughter and each other, a deep desire to make something more meaningful out of their experience and a testament to the village that wrapped Lisette, Ben and Isabelle in their arms and helped them navigate unchartered paths through grief and an unexpected but very much wanted second pregnancy soon after.
In Part 2 of Lisette’s episode, we talk about her subsequent two pregnancies and postpartum experiences and how she navigated the grief and inevitable anxiety after the heartbreaking loss of her first daughter.
Lisette tells her story with vulnerability, humour and incredible strength and we are so grateful to her for sharing this part of her journey with us.

A message from us:
If you or someone you are close to has experienced or is experiencing pregnancy or infant loss under whatever circumstances, please know that our hearts are with you and we are so incredibly sorry for your loss.
Below are some links which may be helpful to you if you are impacted by any of the themes from today's episode

Red Nose Australia (@rednoseaustralia)
PANDA (@pandanational)
Gidget Foundation (@gidgetfoundation)
Heartfelt Photography (@heartfelt_ausnz)
Precious Wings Qld (@preciouswingsqld)


As always, please reach out to us via our socials (@theafterbirth_pod) if you would like to comment on today's episode or share your own story with us.
Big love,
Jazz & Liv