Best Cara & Rashida Podcasts (2026)

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The Grief of Losing a Beloved Pet 1:18:26

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1+ y ago1:18:26

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In this episode, Cara and Rashida discuss the difficult topic of pet loss. While they haven't personally experienced this type of grief, they've invited listeners to share their stories. A huge expression of gratitude for our guests Courtney Haller, Emily Johnson, Chelsea Dickson Jennifer Schifano and Christy Zeller for sharing your story, your hea…

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Grief, Motherhood and Self-care 52:28

1+ y ago52:28

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Welcome back to The Grieving Mamas Club podcast, a space for moms navigating their grief journey while managing the challenges of motherhood. In this episode, Cara and Rashida share their self-care journeys as motherless moms. They open up about balancing grief with raising young children and finding healthy routines that work for them. Cara and Ra…

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Welcome to Season 3! 1:04:07

1+ y ago1:04:07

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*Welcome back to season THREE of the Grieving Mamas Club podcast, a space for moms navigating their grief journey while on the wild ride of motherhood.* In this episode, hosts Cara and Rashida catch up after taking a break from recording. They discuss topics like Rashida's return to graduate school, the challenges of balancing work, parenting, and …

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Holiday Traditions: The Ones We Take and the Ones We Break 58:02

2y ago58:02

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In this cozy and heartwarming episode, Cara and Rashida reminisce about their childhood holiday traditions and how they've adapted them for their own families. They share insights into their mothers' holiday customs and the influence of these experiences on their current choices. From the joys and challenges of motherhood during the festive season …

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Grief Myths Busted 44:31

2y ago44:31

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When it comes to dealing with grief, the journey can often feel isolating and overwhelming and part of the problem is that some people simply don't understand grief. In this episode, Cara and Rashida dive into four common grief myths and debunk them. From the common beliefs that "grief follows a predictable timeline," to more generational myths lik…

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A Griefy Dump: Kindergarten, Death Anniversaries and Signs 56:34

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In this heartfelt, griefy dump of an episode, we reflect on our children's first day of kindergarten, stirring up emotions linked to our mothers' involvement in our early school days. We also explore the significance of anniversary dates and how seasonal changes can serve as powerful reminders of lost loved ones. Our mission is to destigmatize grie…

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Grieving Consecutive Loses with Audrey White 55:00

2y ago55:00

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On this episode, we had the opportunity to hear from Audrey White, a grief coach who has experienced immense personal loss, including the passing of her father, mother, and brother and dealing with the fallout of divorce and job losses during the global pandemic. Despite her own grief, Audrey's experience endowed her with the skills to become a gri…

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Summer Break Debrief Part 2 1:05:12

2+ y ago1:05:12

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Continuing on our catch-up of our summer breaks! If you haven't yet listened, go back and listen to Ep 9. The summer mom struggle is real, but remember, when times get tough, just remember you're a badass b and you've got this mama! And also don't forget to join our Facebook Community, The Grieving Mamas Club You can now also support the show here:…

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Summer Break Debrief 25:39

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Welcome back, Grieving Mamas Club listeners! After an extended summer break (we're sorry!), we're back and ready to share what's been going on in our lives. From the challenges of working from home while also being full-time moms to tackling our own anxieties when left to manage everything on our own, we've got a lot to talk about. Also, don't miss…

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Military Spouse Loss & Cancer Diagnosis with Kristen Johnson 1:20:44

2+ y ago1:20:44

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Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Kristen Johnson, a remarkable guest whose story defies simple description. As a widow, a two-time cancer survivor, and a mother to two miracle children, Kristen has endured profound grief and loss. She recounts the heart-wrenching experience of losing her husband shortly after their wedding, while he was s…

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Grieving Not One, but Both Parents with Cat McMillan 1:37:35

2+ y ago1:37:35

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Losing a parent is never easy, but the grief journey can be even more complicated when both parents pass away. The latest podcast episode features a deeply moving conversation with Cat McMillan, who shares her personal story of losing both her parents within a four-year span. When times get tough, just remember you're a badass b and you've got this…

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Losing a Spouse and Finding Love Again with Dr. Megan Sauer-Rosenow 1:23:16

2+ y ago1:23:16

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In this episode of the Grieving Mamas Club podcast, Cara and Rashida welcome Dr. Megan Sauer Rosenow to discuss her experience of losing her husband, Nick, at the age of 30, just months after they welcomed their first child. Megan, who was an OBGYN resident at the time, recounts how she discovered Nick had passed away in his sleep after coming home…

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Grieving Your Child's Chronic Diagnosis with Caitlin Ladd 1:14:38

3y ago1:14:38

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Receiving a diagnosis for your child can be one of the most difficult experiences a parent can go through. It can feel like your world has been turned upside down, leaving you feeling lost and overwhelmed. As a mom, the experience can be even more challenging, as we often carry a lot of the weight and responsibility of caring for our children. In t…

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More than Grief: Mindfulness in Motherhood 1:04:54

3y ago1:04:54

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Motherhood is a journey that is filled with joy, challenges, ups and downs, the best of times, and the worst of times. It requires copious amounts of constant learning, growth, and adaptation to the ever-changing needs of our children. As mothers, we are often called to do it all, balancing our roles as caregivers, nurturers, and providers, all whi…

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Grief Equilibrium: When the Grief Scales are Even 41:35

3y ago41:35

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When you’ve lost a person young, there will eventually come a time when you’ve been alive longer without them than with. There’s a time when for one fleeting moment, the grief scale rests at an equilibrium. The before and the after form two perfect halves weighing the same weight in time. We’ve come up with a term for that: Grief Equilibrium. In th…

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Toxic Positivity and Grief 49:38

3y ago49:38

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What is toxic positivity and how does it intersect with grief? Toxic positivity is the idea that one must maintain a positive mindset and avoid negative emotions at all costs. If you’ve been a listener of the show, then you know this isn’t how Cara and Rashida roll. In this episode the grief duo discuss the ways toxic positivity has shown up in the…

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The Grief Queens are Back! 40:32

3y ago40:32

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Your fave griefy mamas are back! After a long (er than anticipated) break, Cara and Rashida are back for season two of the Grieving Mamas Club Podcast. This season will dive into a variety of topics from infertility to toxic positivity, all aimed to help you feel your feels and normalize grief in all its paths. This first episode is meant to ease y…

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30. Happy Birthday TGMC! 37:26

3y ago37:26

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Sorry, this one is a little late! Life was lifing. In this episode, we're celebrate one whole year of The Grieving Mamas Club podcast. One whole year of building this community of badass women who are navigating this journey of motherhood right alongside their grief journey. Cara and Rashida take a look back on 30 episodes of TGMC and discuss what'…

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29. More Than Grief: What We Said We Wouldn't Do as Moms but.... 52:28

3y ago52:28

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TGMC is keepin' it light this week! In this More Than Grief episode, Cara and Rashida cover the things they said they'd never do as parents before they were parents (cute right), and how those things have changed since becoming moms. When times get tough, just remember you're a badass b and you've got this mama! And also don't forget to join our Fa…

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28. Child Loss through the Eyes of the Sibling Michele Benyo 58:19

3+ y ago58:19

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In this episode, Cara and Rashida have a genuinely amazing chat with Michele Benyo of Good Grief Parenting. Michele Benyo is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist®, early childhood educator and parent coach, and the founder of Good Grief Parenting. After her 6-year-old son died of cancer, her 3-year-old daughter said, “Mommy, half of me is gone.” T…

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27. Loss by Suicide Part 2: Losing a Friend 40:47

3+ y ago40:47

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In this episode, Rashida talks about the loss of her best friend, Alex who died by suicide shortly after Rashida lost her mom. She covers compound grief and how that has shaped who she is today. When times get tough, just remember you're a badass b and you've got this mama! And also don't forget to join our Facebook Community, The Grieving Mamas Cl…

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26. Everyday Grief: Rashida's Griefy Week 54:12

3+ y ago54:12

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In true Cara and Rashida form, this episode has tangents. So many in fact that we had pivot and rename the episode. In this episode, Rashida discusses a visit to the ER that left her feeling extremely griefy and full of deja vu from losing her mom to a heart attack 16 years ago. When times get tough, just remember you're a badass b and you've got t…

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25. Loss by Suicide Part 1: Losing a Sibling 59:40

3+ y ago59:40

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In this episode, Cara and Rashida welcome the first guest of 2022 and she doesn't disappoint. Guest, Meredith Shelly shares her experience as a little sister who lost her brother to suicide in their 20's and how that loss and grief has shown up now that she's a mom with a beautiful baby girl. Not only did she lose her brother, a month after his dea…

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24. Anxiety Around Dying & Coping with Triggers (Part 2) 41:11

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In the second part of this two-parter, Cara and Rashida dive deeper into their grief triggers and how they cope with them. When times get tough, just remember you're a badass b and you've got this mama! And also don't forget to join our Facebook Community, The Grieving Mamas Club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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23. Anxiety Around Dying & Coping With Triggers (Part 1) 32:32

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In this episode, Cara and Rashida are back on their long-winded BS so the intro is heavy with tangents and rants, but eventually, they discuss the heavy anxiety they each feel about dying. While one would think experiencing grief may make you less afraid of dying but that doesn't seem to be the case for Cara and Rashida. This is a two-parter where …

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22. WTF is Anticipatory Grief? 32:00

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The official definition of anticipatory grief refers to a feeling of grief occurring before an impending loss. Typically, the impending loss is the death of someone close due to illness. But as those who have experienced it know, it's not just one singular feeling. It's a mess of confusing, tangled feelings that can come up before a loved one is ev…

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21. More Than Grief: Giving Our Selves Permission to Not 36:50

3+ y ago36:50

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This week's #MoreThanGrief episode topic was borrowed from The Mom Hour, a podcast about all stages of motherhood. A few years back they did an episode called "The Life-Changing Magic of Opting Out." It is about how as a mom, there are things you have to give yourself permission to NOT do, simply to survive. Grab your glass of wine and listen to Ca…

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20. Can You Put a Timeline on Grief? 34:34

3+ y ago34:34

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The latest edition of the DSM-5, sometimes known as “psychiatry’s bible,” includes a controversial new diagnosis: prolonged grief disorder. In this episode, Cara and Rashida tackle a recent New York Times article that details this diagnosis. There are pros (few) and there are cons (lots) and per usual Cara and Rashida have a lot of thoughts on tang…

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19. Mother's Day as a Motherlesss Mom 37:03

3+ y ago37:03

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Cara and Rashida took to the very scientific method of an IG poll to ask listeners what topics they wanted to hear from us and given the timing mother's day rose up as an immediate tackle. Cara is coming up on her third Mother's Day without her mom while Rashida has had quite a few more. Cara talks about what it was like to lose a mom so close to M…

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18. Welcoming a Baby During a Grief Journey 1:05:20

3+ y ago1:05:20

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After a decent amount of tangents (no one is surprised), Cara and Rashida talk about what it means to welcome a new baby during a grief journey. Welcoming a new baby is a time of joy (and exhaustion) but when that joy is mixed with the sadness of missing the person you lost, it can get a little complicated. For Cara, this has meant having one baby …

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Welcome Back Cara!! (Part 2) 1:02:19

4y ago1:02:19

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In this episode Cara and Rashida rattle on a bit more, as they do! We continue to discuss Cara and Baby Brooks plus hit on Rashida's new job position and her brush with Covid. Along the way, we digress to nail art, the audacity of second children and blue Powerade. We'll be returning to our more in-depth grief chats in our next episode, but we hope…

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16. Welcome Back Cara!! (Part 1) 43:08

4y ago43:08

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Rashida and Cara take 45 minutes to catch up on all things Baby Brooks and a new phase of Cara's grief journey as she welcomes her son and becomes a mama of two! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Cara & Rashida

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15. More Than Grief: Going From One to Two Kids 44:28

4y ago44:28

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One more prerecorded ep before we're back shooting the shit as we do. In this episode, we talk about going from one kid to two and how the transition for some of us (some of us is Rashida) was rough! While going from zero to one kid was definitely a lifestyle change for Rashida, one to two knocked her on her ass. How was the transition for you? Let…

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14. More Than Grief: The Stuff They Forget to Tell You About Postpartum 44:40

4y ago44:40

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We're back (ish) from a longgg winter break. We prerecorded two More Than Grief episodes right before Cara gave birth to baby boy. SPOILER ALERT - Baby boy is here and mama and baby are out here crushin it in deez streets! In the first of our two prerecorded episodes, we talk through postpartum - the good, the bad, and the really ugly. We talk abou…

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13. Grieving for the Holidays 38:15

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In the last episode before the holiday season, Cara and Rashida cover just that...grieving during the holidays. The first few holidays seasons without your loved one are really hard and while Rashida explains they do get better, there's still anxiety. Heading into every holiday season Rashida explains how she feels a sense of doom that often keeps …

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12. Losing a Parent but Finding Yourself with Janet Gwilliam-Wright 1:10:26

4y ago1:10:26

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This episode is one of our favorites! Cara and Rashida meet their new grief bestie, Janet Gwilliam-Wright. Janet is a career coach, a depression survivor, and oh yeah a fellow motherless mama. Having lost her mom over 20 years ago, Janet is no stranger to the grief process. Through years of work on herself (and the patience of her wonderful, amazin…

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11. Grieving an Alzheimer's Loss with Diana Waldman 53:01

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In this episode, Rashida & Cara sit down with Diana Waldman, a TGMC community member, who experienced first hand how Alzheimer's stole her beloved Grandma. She also digs into a whole lot more loss that she experienced within the same timeframe and how she keeps the memory of her loved ones alive with her children today. When times get tough just re…

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10. What to Say and What NOT to Say to a Grieving Person 58:22

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This one's for our homies who need some guidance on what to say and what not to say to someone who's grieving. And if you know us by now, you already know that we have opinions and WE GOT YOUR BACK SIS! When times get tough, just remember, you're a bad ass B and you got this mama! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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9. Grieving the Loss of Our Pre-Baby-Selves 46:47

4y ago46:47

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This week we dive into a lighter side of grief but still a grief journey nonetheless - mourning the loss of our pre-baby selves. The year is 2015 and Cara and Rashida are living their best pre-kids lives. The drinks went down easy, the hangovers were nonexistent, and gravity had not yet gained control of our boobs. Fast forward six years and we're …

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8. The 5 (Maybe 7) Stages of Grief 1:06:10

4y ago1:06:10

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Whether you’re new to your grief journey or have been on one for a while, you may not have known that there are stages of grief. Like 5, maybe 7…some say 12. Whatever the case, grief sure isn’t linear. In today’s episode, Rashida & Cara talk about all of them and how identifying the emotions helped with coping. The Five Stages of Grief: https://gri…

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7. The Heartache of Grieving a Miscarriage 1:14:58

4y ago1:14:58

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**Trigger Warning** October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month so we wanted to make sure to cover this type of grief before closing out the month. Cara recounts miscarrying her sweet angel baby before her current pregnancy with baby boy. Miscarriage is a grief that can lead women to feel isolated and alone in their pain when the reality cou…

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6. Marking Death Anniversaries with Elizabeth Lombardo 1:08:36

4y ago1:08:36

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In today’s episode, we chat with our friend Elizabeth (aka Ebeth) who lost her Dad in May 2019 & talk about how she & her family have honored her Dad throughout the years and how that’s changed. Check out EBeth’s Mama’s cute home goods & decor store, Murphy & Co, located in Decatur, IL! You can also follow them on Insta @MurphyCoDecatur When times …

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5. More than Grief: Halloween - Love it or Hate it? 51:15

4y ago51:15

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It's #SpookySzn and we're here for it. Well 1/2 of us, anyway. In this episode, we dig into why Rashida hates Halloween. Also, was Rashida's bday on 10/7 so get over to Insta and wish her a belated #HBD! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Cara & Rashida

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4. Grief and Motherhood with Ryan Schwartz and Jessica Eiseman 44:43

4+ y ago44:43

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In this episode, Rashida sits down with Ryan Schwartz from Mental Health Match (@mentalhealthmatch; https://mentalhealthmatch.com/) and Jessica Eiseman from Ajana Therapy (@ajanatherapy; https://ajanatherapy.com/) to discuss grief and motherhood, coping with triggers and how you can find a therapist that fits your needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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1. Welcome to the Grieving Mamas Club 19:53

4+ y ago19:53

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Well, Mama, you made it. Another day stronger, whether you believe it or not. Cara + Rashida are your new besties in navigating grief & motherhood with a side of sarcasm. Consider yourself an official member of The Grieving Mamas Club. WE'RE SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE! When times get tough, just remember you're a bad ass B and you got this, Mama! Hosted o…

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2. Loss During a Pandemic (Cara's Story) 1:07:01

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It's April 2020 and literally everyone's world is turned upside down. The pandemic is in full swing and no one knows what the hell is going on. Hand sanitizer and Lysol fill the air. Everyone is quarantined and WFH with their kid(s). Life was about taking a step back, re-evaluating, going for long walks in the evening, making banana bread & figurin…

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3. Becoming a Motherless Daughter at 15 (Rashida's Story) 53:47

4+ y ago53:47

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It's September 2005 . Fall Out Boy is blasting on Rashida's CD player on her way to Forever 21 to pick out a new 'fit for her high school homecoming weekend. But before she can sport that cute new top, she's suited up in her cute lil' marching band uniform, ready to perform with her closest gal pals in the Hazelwood Homecoming parade. As she rounds…

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The Grieving Mamas Club Podcast Teaser #2 0:59

4+ y ago0:59

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Another sneaky peeky before we set this whole thing live! We will be launching with F O U R F U L L episodes shortly but wanted to give you one more little preview. Hang in there, sis! You got this! Cara + Rashida Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Cara & Rashida

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The Grieving Mamas Club Podcast Teaser #1 0:45

4+ y ago0:45

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The Grieving Mamas Club Podcast is launching oh so soon and we can't wait to share it with you. We'll let you know as soon as episodes are live but until then we hope you like this short clip. Hang in there, sis! Cara + Rashida Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.