Best How To Cope With The Loss Of A Baby Podcasts (2025)

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Wait Until Your Dad Gets Home - Why Kids Should Run Toward, Not From, Dad 19:35

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Episode 199 - Wait Until Your Dad Gets Home - Why Kids Should Run Toward, Not From, Dad A healthy and welcoming home tone starts with dads and partners being intentional about how everyone feels when Dad arrives and how discipline is communicated. Here are four main strategies, with supporting ideas, that can transform the “wait till your father ge…

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116: Breaking the Silence Around Stillbirth Guilt 24:21

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Send Jen a Text Message Have you ever felt guilty… and couldn’t even explain why? That quiet heaviness in your chest, the weight behind your shoulders, the phrases you’d never say out loud: “I should’ve known…” “My body failed.” “What if I had done something differently?” In this episode, I’m peeling back the layers of the silent, suffocating guilt…

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How Dads Can Help Kids Cope With Disturbing Events Online 29:38

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Episode 198 - How Dads Can Help Kids Cope With Disturbing Events Online To address horrific events in the news as a Dad with children—especially with the flood of real-time, sometimes graphic information online—requires honest, age-appropriate conversation, parental guidance on media, and intentional emotional support. Here’s how to help kids proce…

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Ep. 32 - The loss of an embryo transfer: How to process what you’re feeling and begin to move forward 20:55

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Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace. I’m Tina, and today we’re talking about one of the hardest moments in IVF: when an embryo transfer doesn’t work. In this episode, I’ll guide you through: Why this loss hits so deeply and how to acknowledge your emotions How NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) can…

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Happy Dad, Healthy Family, Joyful Fatherhood Without Guilt 29:27

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Episode 197 - Happy Dad, Healthy Family, Joyful Fatherhood Without Guilt Dads often neglect their own happiness in favor of family needs, but prioritizing personal joy and open communication is critical for the well-being of the entire family and the health of relationships. Making time for hobbies, self-care, and sharing these needs with a partner…

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Coping with Grief After Miscarriage: What it Feels Like, and How to Cope 20:09

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Miscarriage changes you in an instant—and so does grief. In this episode, we talk through what grief after miscarriage can feel, look, and sound like, from heavy emotions to the quiet moments of memory. You’ll hear practical coping strategies, gentle self-care ideas, and guidance on asking for support from partners, friends, and family. Whether you…

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Chris Kruger - Black Hawk Helicopters, Multiple Deployments, Anger and Fear, Lessons for Dads 51:25

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Episode 196 - Chris Kruger - Black Hawk Helicopters, Multiple Deployments, Anger and Fear, Lessons for Dads About the author Chris Kruger grew up just outside Spokane, Washington, and joined the Army before turning 21, driven by a sense of purpose and a thirst for challenge. Over the next 22 years, he forged a diverse and demanding military career—…

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Ep. 31 - The frustrating things people say during infertility (and how to respond without losing your Shi*) 17:23

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Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace. I’m Tina, and in this episode, we’re talking about the frustrating things that people say...friends, family, people close to you. colleagues etc. You know the ones I mean around "just relax it'll happen when you least expect or when you're not trying so hard" or…

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115: Rooted in Faith: Preparing for Birth After Baby Loss 26:33

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Send Jen a Text Message In this episode, I'm joined by Lauren Murdock, a labor and delivery nurse with over 10 years of experience, childbirth educator, and the creator of the Rooted Birth Method. Lauren brings both professional wisdom and deeply personal experience as she shares her own journey with infertility and miscarriage. We dive into the un…

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Kelly Farley - Grieving Dads, He Lost His Baby Too, Survival Guide for the Grieving Dad 38:59

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Episode 195 - Kelly Farley - Grieving Dads, He Lost His Baby Too, Survival Guide for the Grieving Dad If you have ever loved a child, then you understand what it’s like to love someone more than you love life itself. If you have ever lost a child, then you understand more about hell than anyone could possibly be expected to know. This isn’t somethi…

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Ep. 30 - Energy, Mindset, and Fertility – How science meets holistic healing 22:05

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Hey beautiful souls, welcome back to What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace. I’m Tina, and in this episode, we’re talking about a powerful topic: how energy, mindset, and fertility connect and how science meets holistic healing. If you’ve been on a long fertility journey, you know the stress, fear, and overwhelm can feel all-consuming. B…

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114: Supporting a Mom After Stillbirth: Do's and Don'ts 27:41

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Send Jen a Text Message When someone you love loses a baby, your instinct is to help—but what if the things you're doing to comfort them are actually making things harder? In this episode, I walk you through the 3 most common mistakes people make when trying to support a grieving mom after stillbirth or pregnancy loss—and what to do instead. I shar…

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Get Your Kids College Ready with a Plan and a Question - Who Are You? With Our Guest Shellee Howard 43:11

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Episode 194 - Shellee Howard - Get Your Kids College Ready with a Plan and a Question - Who Are You Shellee Howard College Ready Founder and CEO Shellee has traveled around the world helping students plan for their “perfect match” college. She knows what it takes to compete in the Ivy schools as well as finding the best fit for all students. Shelle…

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Ep. 29 - The fear of losing control: Pregnancy after a long fertility journey 20:46

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Pregnancy after a long and challenging fertility journey can feel like a dream come true… until the fear shows up. The fear that your body might betray you, that complications might arise, or that after years of trying, it could all slip away. In this episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, I share my own experience carrying m…

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He Lost His Baby Too, Who Cares for the Father When Loss Hits Your Home 46:02

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Episode 193 - He Lost His Baby Too, Who Cares for the Father When Loss Hits Your Home Who cares for Dads when the unthinkable happens - well it happened to me when we lost our child during pregnacy - I almost lost my wife as well. I recently had a guest author on my Living The Next Chapter Podcast. If you want to hear Elizabeth's interview follow t…

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Holding Space: Compassion for Shame and Guilt After Miscarriage 18:52

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To the women carrying the weight of miscarriage: this episode creates a warm, safe space to name the guilt and shame that can follow a loss—and to begin softening the self-blame with real, compassionate steps. You’ll hear how to speak to yourself like a friend and gentle self-care practices. There are practical ways to seek support, set kind bounda…

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113: Dr. Kimberly Flemke on What Really Keeps Couples Stuck After Loss 27:06

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Send Jen a Text Message After stillbirth, grief finds its way into every corner of your life. And one of the first places it often shows up? Your relationship. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Kimberly Flemke, a licensed couple and family therapist, trauma expert, and energy psychology practitioner. With nearly 30 years of experience, Dr. Kimberl…

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Ep. 28 - Infertility and emotional disconnect: when your husband doesn’t quite get it 21:34

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In today’s episode, we’re talking about a topic that comes up often in the fertility journey, feeling like you're carrying the emotional load of infertility alone, especially when your husband doesn’t quite get it. Infertility can leave you feeling isolated and disconnected, especially when your partner doesn't seem to understand the emotional and …

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When Parents Aren't Getting Along - When Relationships Impact Family 20:31

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Episode 192 - When Parents Aren't Getting Along - When Relationships Impact Family 4 Key Points for Dads: "When Parents Aren’t Getting Along – When Relationships Impact Family" Acknowledge What Kids See and Feel Children are deeply sensitive to tension and arguments between parents—even when you think you’re hiding it. Recognize that your kids noti…

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Capturing Unconditional Love for Pets: A New Way to Remember Pets with DNA is Love 55:02

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Send us a text Have you ever wished you could hold onto a piece of your beloved pet forever? In this heartwarming episode, I sit down with Dave Latorra and Stephanie Ford, the innovative minds behind DNA is Love, a company that's revolutionizing the way we memorialize our furry friends. As a scientist with a PhD in molecular biology, Dave brings hi…

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Bret Davis - Author of Bretisms - Philosophies For a Life with Less Anxiety and More Confidence 48:59

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Episode 191 - Bret Davis - Author of Bretisms - Philosophies For a Life with Less Anxiety and More Confidence Bret Davis is the author of a new book called "Bretisms" - A collection of thoughts over 30 chapters designed to be your new daily read! "You can't trip over things that are behind you" and more help you to hit the reset button and create s…

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Harnessing Your Emotions as a Pathway to Healing After a Miscarriage 14:01

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In this episode, we explore how your emotions are a powerful and vital part of the healing journey. Discover how recognizing, expressing, and integrating your feelings can transform grief into strength, help release guilt, and foster self-compassion. Join us for empathetic insights, practical tools, and inspiring stories to guide you toward healing…

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Ep. 27 - The pressure of being 'the strong one' through infertility 27:39

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In today’s episode, we talk about the emotional burden of always having to feel like you need to be the "strong one" during your fertility journey. The pressure to keep it all together while undergoing IVF, treatments, and the emotional cra* can feel exhausting and overwhelming. I’m going to talk about why trying to be strong all the time can actua…

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Alex Lloyd Hunter - The Dad Shift, parents campaigning for better paternity leave in the UK 40:17

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Episode 190 - Alex Lloyd Hunter - The Dad Shift, parents campaigning for better paternity leave in the UK The Dad Shift is a group of men, dads and other parents campaigning for better paternity leave in the UK The UK’s pat leave problem The UK’s statutory paternity leave is bad. Really bad. In fact, it’s the worst in Europe. Dads and non-birthing …

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Welcome Sweet Friends to Loss and Healing Podcast 8:26

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Welcome to Loss and Healing: A Getle Voice for Those Facing Miscarriage. In this inaugural episode, we introduce the heart behind the podcast—your host, Dr. Rachna, a compassionate listener and advocate for those navigating the complex journey of miscarriage. This podcast is dedicated to anyone who has experienced a miscarriage—whether you're seeki…

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Ep. 26 - When to Stop: Finding peace and purpose beyond IVF and motherhood 19:34

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In this deeply personal episode, I talk about one of the toughest decisions on the fertility journey: knowing when to stop IVF and how to find peace and purpose beyond the treatment and the dream of motherhood. The emotional toll of IVF can feel overwhelming, and the decision to stop, whether temporarily or permanently is one that many women face b…

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Author J Hall - God Help Me, I'm a Young Dad - Ten big ideas for Dads 48:19

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Episode 189 - J Hall - God Help Me, I'm a Young Dad - Ten big ideas for Dads J Hall is an author, educator, podcaster from Oklahoma City where he lives in with his wife, two dogs, and a rotating cast of adult children who stop in for meals and occasional dog-sitting. Most importantly, he is a grandpa, and he will certainly bore you to tears telling…

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Ep. 25 - From IVF struggles to NLP mastery: My journey to healing and a rainbow baby 30:32

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In today’s episode, I’m taking you through my own personal fertility journey from the struggles of IVF and emotional exhaustion to finding hope, healing, and ultimately becoming a mother to a gorgeous baby boy. It wasn’t an easy road, and I had moments when I truly thought it would never happen. But through it all, I discovered the power of subcons…

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112: Why It Makes Sense That You've Lost Your Purpose 18:03

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Send Jen a Text Message When your baby dies, it’s not just them you lose—it’s the version of you that was going to be their mom. So what happens when the path you were on suddenly disappears? In today’s episode, I’m sharing something that so many of us loss moms silently struggle with—the deep, aching question of purpose. Who am I now that I’m no l…

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Maury Wood - Grit and Wit For Dads - Give Your Kids Permission to Ask Questions Without Fear 49:20

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Episode 188 - Maury Wood - Grit and Wit For Dads - Give Your Kids Permission to Ask Questions Without Fear life’s too short to take seriously all the time — and way too long not to laugh at yourself along the way. Grit & Wit is where real-life stories meet a little sarcasm, a little wisdom, and a lot of "well, that didn't go as planned." It’s faith…

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Ep. 24 - Unspoken pain: Breaking free from South Asian (and other) cultural expectations in the fertility journey 29:22

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In this episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, Tina talks about the unspoken pain many women face when cultural expectations and generational trauma intersect with their fertility journey. If you’re a woman from a South Asian or Asian background or part of a community where fertility struggles are rarely talked about, this ep…

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Sally McQuillen - Loving and Losing a Wild Child, Addiction, Rehab and Dangerous Choices 47:41

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Episode 187 - Sally McQuillen - Loving and Losing a Wild Child, Addiction, Rehab and Dangerous Choices Sally McQuillen, LCSW, CADC, is a psychotherapist in private practice specializing in addiction, grief, and trauma recovery. She provides ongoing support for addiction recovery, as well as support for those recovering from the impact of a loved on…

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Ep. 23 - Facing the fear: How to move through uncertainty on your IVF journey 29:34

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In today’s episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, Tina takes you through how to manage the fear and uncertainty that often comes with infertility and IVF. While it’s completely normal to feel anxious or overwhelmed, you don’t have to let fear control you. Instead, there’s a powerful tool that can help you navigate through thi…

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111: When Going Back to Work Feels Impossible After Baby Loss 18:41

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Send Jen a Text Message You’re barely surviving most days, and now someone expects you to show up like your old self at work? Let’s be honest — returning to work after losing your baby is one of the hardest, most disorienting parts of life after loss. And it’s not just about grief — it’s about identity, exhaustion, pressure, and a complete reshuffl…

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Mista Yu (Yusef Marshall) - What Men Deal With, Helping Dad's, Introverted Parenting 51:50

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Episode 186 - Mista Yu (Yusef Marshall) - What Men Deal With, Helping Dad's, Introverted Parenting About Yusef Marshall Yusef Marshall (Mista Yu) was born in Brooklyn, NY and has multiple degrees in Business Admin and Mgmt as well as degrees in Computer Programming, Certified Business Coaching, and Culinary Arts. Mista Yu has also authored his firs…

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Marley's Mutts Launches New Veterans Therapy Program: Shelter Dogs Healing Others 44:49

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Send us a text Are you ready to discover how rescued dogs are transforming the lives of veterans and first responders? In this eye-opening episode, I welcome back Connor Long, Operations Manager at Marley's Mutts Dog Rescue, to discuss their groundbreaking program, Troops N Tails. Connor shares his personal journey with equine therapy and how it in…

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Kindness, Strength, and Presence - What Father’s Day Means in 2025 10:41

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Episode 185 - Kindness, Strength, and Presence - What Father’s Day Means in 2025 Father’s Day 2025 marks a special milestone-the third anniversary of the Dad Space Podcast. As dads everywhere celebrate this year, it’s a perfect moment to share uplifting sentiments that honor the journey of fatherhood. Fatherhood isn’t about perfection; it’s about s…

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Ep. 22 - Ayurveda & IVF: A journey of rebalance and reconnection 25:12

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In today’s episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, Tina explores the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and how it can serve as a powerful complement to your IVF journey. Ayurveda isn’t just a healing system; it’s a holistic approach that balances your body, mind, and spirit—something that’s often needed when you’re feeling overwhelme…

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110: The Father’s Side of Stillbirth No One Talks About: My Husband's Story 35:58

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Send Jen a Text Message In honor of Father’s Day, I invited my husband, David, onto the podcast for a candid and unscripted conversation about what it was really like for us to survive the loss of our stillborn twins—and what that journey looked like for our marriage, for each of us as individuals, and for the family we were trying to hold together…

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Theo Von - I Wish Someone Told Me to Have More Pride in My Family When I Was Younger 30:12

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Episode 184 - Theo Von - I Wish Someone Told Me to Have More Pride in My Family When I Was Younger A recent of Theo Von's podcast made me think about the relationship between Dad's and Kids and Kids with their Dad's - check out the full clip here: https://youtu.be/p-pqzPeAwvs In a deeply personal reflection, comedian and podcaster Theo Von opens up…

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Ep. 21 - Sex and the cycle: The emotional toll on intimacy during infertility 23:19

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In today’s episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, we’re talking about something that many couples face during IVF but often feel too embarrassed or awkward to discuss: the strain on intimacy. When IVF or infertility takes over your life, sex can quickly go from an act of love and connection to something that feels more like a…

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Andrew Goldsmith - Lessons from US Army Infantry and Army Ranger School Applied To Being a Dad 41:28

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Episode 183 - Andrew Goldsmith - Lessons from US Army Infantry and Army Ranger School Applied To Being a Dad Andrew Goldsmith grew up in Los Angeles, California. In 2004, he joined the US Army infantry where he served as a machine gunner, team leader, and squad leader during nearly five years of service. Andrew deployed to Iraq twice, in 2006 and 2…

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Ep. 20 - The power of spirituality and energy healing during your fertility journey 29:22

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In today’s episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, Tina explores the powerful role that spirituality and energy healing can play during your fertility journey. IVF can take a huge toll on your emotional, mental, and physical well-being, but incorporating spiritual practices can help restore balance, heal, and provide much-need…

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109: Why Did My Baby Have to Die? 13:56

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Send Jen a Text Message Have you ever looked around and thought, “Why me?” Or maybe more often, “Why not them?” In this raw and necessary episode, I’m talking about something that many of us feel but almost never say out loud: survivor’s guilt after stillbirth. That gut-punching question — Why was I allowed to live when my baby wasn’t? — doesn’t ha…

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Teaching Boys to Be Men - The Role of Protection and Responsibility 32:43

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Episode 182 - Teaching Boys to Be Men - The Role of Protection and Responsibility The opposite of toxic masculinity is often described as positive masculinity or healthy masculinity. This form of masculinity encourages men to be emotionally expressive, supportive, and inclusive, rather than aggressive, controlling, or emotionally closed off. Positi…

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Ep. 19 - Losing yourself on the fertility journey: How to reconnect with who you are 28:45

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In this heartfelt episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, Tina talks about something that many women feel but rarely talk about—losing yourself on the fertility journey. IVF and fertility struggles consume your mind, body, and soul, leaving you feeling disconnected from who you really are. Tina shares her own experience of fee…

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108: How to Deal with the Loss of Friendships After Baby Loss 11:12

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Send Jen a Text Message When you lose your baby, no one warns you that you might lose your friends too. The texts fade, the calls stop, and suddenly you're not just grieving your child—you’re grieving relationships you thought were solid. And that secondary loss? It hits hard. In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal and often overlooked part…

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Ep. 18 - Dear Friends and Family: What I wish you knew about my fertility journey 20:33

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In this heartfelt episode of What the F – From Infertility Exhaustion to Peace, Tina opens up with a deeply personal message for the friends and family of those navigating infertility. In the style of a letter, Tina shares what it's truly like emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually for those going through fertility treatments, offering …

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Calm in the Storm - Teaching Your Kids Resilience Through How You Handle Adult Bully Encounters 27:15

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Episode 181 - Calm in the Storm - Teaching Your Kids Resilience Through How You Handle Adult Bully Encounters Navigating Adult Bullying and Teaching Kids Resilience Bullying isn’t just something kids face at school-it happens among adults too, often fueled by power imbalances, insecurity, or patterns learned in childhood. Adult bullies use tactics …

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107: Are You Holding Onto Grief Because You’re Afraid to Let Go? 17:24

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Send Jen a Text Message This one might hit a nerve… and I’m okay with that. In this solo episode, I’m gently (and lovingly) calling out something that I see a lot in my coaching practice — and that I’ve lived through myself. I’m talking about the hidden ways we can hold onto our grief, not because we want to suffer, but because it feels like the on…