We're long-distance friends and bereaved moms who lost sons to SIDS in 2021. Each Monday, we chat life after infant loss. Raw episodes with lots of tears, hopeful episodes on the good days, episodes to help those supporting a griever, and interviews with loss parents and other experts in grief and trauma. :: We started our podcast to document our journeys toward Happier Ever After and hope to provide support and connection for those who have lost a child to SIDS, stillbirth, TFMR, miscarriag ...
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Brandon Calvillo and Ry Doon have a podcast! In a world of faux happiness on social media, these two aren't afraid to look bad. Brandon and Ry laugh at the dark side of life, and talk about stuff they might be sorry for one day... I'm Sorry Dad.
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Parenting, but without all the fluffy BS.
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Not your normal cute fathering podcast. Raw and real with no holding back. If explicit language offends you then do not listen or complain. For the rest of you fathers I just might be right up your alley!
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Deborah DeFrancesco + Kerri Tabasky are forty-something, badass moms and writing partners, and they’re done apologizing. Kerri + Deb’s witty banter, dirty minds, funny friends, special guests, personal stories and all the tangents will captivate listeners and keep them coming back for more. Their raw honesty and humor about various topics from motherhood to guilty pleasures provides relatable, hilarious, and limitless material.
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Join Kail Lowry and Becky Hayter as these two rekindle their friendship and navigate the highs, lows, and hilarious in-betweens of life in their 30s. They’ll dive into the joys and challenges of raising families, staying true to friendships, and keeping up with pop culture - all while embracing the unpredictable mix of karma and chaos that life throws at them. With Kail’s unfiltered outlook and Becky’s infectious humor, Karma & Chaos is a refreshing, real, and relatable take on modern adulth ...
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It is not the government, the church, or even our schools... the HOME is the actual foundation of all societies, and it is steadily deteriorating. Do you realize how valuable your home is? And are you willing to do the HOMEWORK required to have a positive influence at home? Welcome to Homework with Kim, I'm Kimona Farquharson... and together we take a candid look at our homes and the work we need to do at home and within our families ( as wives, mom, dad, grandparents, brother, sister etc.) ...
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Advice and discussion on some of societies most taboo subjects....kinks! Join a very adventurous married couple as they tackle your problems, discuss fantasies and what people really get up to behind closed doors. Send submissions via www.IOTK.fun
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An eclectic, themed, two-song music show.
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Book Dreams is a podcast for everyone who loves books and misses English class. In each episode co-hosts Julie Sternberg and Eve Yohalem explore a book-related topic they can’t stop thinking about, everything from the genius of your favorite picture books to books bound in human skin. Julie and Eve are both award-winning authors, which allows them to come at interviews with an insider’s knowledge as well as all the wonder associated with storytelling. Book Dreams is brought to you by The Pod ...
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We need a minute, post-election. We're going to take a couple of weeks off and re-group, but we'll be back soon with regular episodes! Xo, Judith and Alina ::: Support As Long As I'm Living podcast at buymeacoffee.com/alailpodcast OR buy buying our MERCH at bonfire.com/store/alailpodcast! ::: Follow As Long As I'm Living on Inst…
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The DDC (Dead Dads Club)
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In the premiere episode of Karma & Chaos, Kail and Becky dive into the ups and downs of their long-time friendship and discuss what they learned after years apart. Reflecting on the past five years, they address rumors (are they in love with each other?), clarify the original timing for their podcast’s launch, and share a heartfelt message about th…
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Where Are We Now? (3 Years of ALAIL)
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It's our podcast anniversary! We're celebrating this year by taking a look back (well, listen back!) at old episodes and seeing how our lives have changed.We want to hear from YOU! How has your life changed since you started listening to the podcast? Send us a DM on Instagram, either using text if you want us to read your update, or a voice note if…
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Welcome to Karma & Chaos!Where we will be diving into life in our 30’s, friendships, raising families and so much more! See you every Tuesday!Kail Lowry & Vee Rivera
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In this emotional final episode of BMND, Kail and Vee share their decision to close this chapter, offering listeners an inside look at the journey leading to this moment. They discuss how long they’ve grappled with this choice, sharing the challenges, memorable moments, and the incredible connection they’ve built with the Baby Mamas community. Thou…
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Live with the Sad Dads Club (Insta Live Replay)
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About a year ago, Judith and Alina joined Rob and Chris of the Sad Dads Club for a super fun and casual Instagram live! We talked about the legacy of our respective loss work (ALAIL and SDC), how our grief has changed over the years, finding a grief support tribe, and so much more. If you'd rather watch this Instagram live, you can do so HERE! We'l…
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Best of Episode: Love & Pain
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Kail and Vee discuss the "three loves theory" and if it fits their experience. Vee finds a toxic facebook group of people trash talking their step kids. Kail reads a story of a controlling husband and explains why women deserve more than they're getting. In Down in the Dm's, a Valentine's Day surprise takes an unexpected turn and a hookup story inv…
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Abortion Access for All (A Rant Before the US Election)
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This week's episode was originally going to be about many things, but once we got started, we realized that there is one topic that we needed to talk about: abortion. We discuss the implications of restrictive abortion laws, the personal nature of abortion decisions, and the importance of voting to influence reproductive rights. We cannot emphasize…
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It’s All About the Village
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This week on BMND, Vee shares highlights from her recent trip to New York City, where she and her family saw Wicked on Broadway, navigating the chaos of Times Square. She reflects on the importance of decompressing after busy trips and opens up about how having her sister nearby has provided much-needed support. Vee discusses her struggles with con…
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Life Update: Something To Lose
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Are we... happy? Welcome to our most recent life update, where we talk about how completely, permanently fucked up we are... and also how much joy we have in our lives in a way we haven't since Aiden and Quinn died. Both/and. ::: Things we talk about in this episode: - ALAIL | Opening a Time Capsule (and the Instagram post where you can see Judith …
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You Can't Uneat a Cat
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This week on BMND, Kail is joined by her friend Toni, who gives an update on everything that’s happened since their last episode together. Toni shares an update on her stepdaughter's involvement in a throuple, sparking a discussion about non-traditional relationships and the complexity of human impulses. Toni opens up about her nearly 20-year marri…
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The Circle of Loss, an interview about paying grief support forward with Marnina, Michal's Mom
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Meet Marnina! Judith and Marnina have known each other for 15 years... but they didn't really know each other until they each lost a baby. Judith lost Aiden first, and when Marnina lost her daughter Michal the next year, Judith became a lifeline for her. This was incredibly meaningful for Judith, who had needed so much care and support from others …
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I Will Always Level Up
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This week on BMND, Vee hosts solo and shares some exciting family news! She gives a behind-the-scenes look at the Ohio live show and explains why she was the only one who didn’t know about the surprise guest. Vee also answers listener questions, sharing thoughts on her new smile, revealing her dream job before podcasting, the most "Virgo" thing abo…
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In case you missed it, Alina is pregnant! And it's hard. She went on a vacation a few weeks ago and faced her first "pregnancy after loss" gauntlet of questions that were well-meaning but ultimately extremely triggering. Listen to find out how she dealt with it, and to hear what advice Judith has for her and others in similar situations. ::: This e…
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If I Struck a Nerve, I'm Not Sorry
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This week on BMND, Kail and Vee read a coparenTEA from a listener whose mom devised a bold plan to rescue her baby from an abusive ex. Kail discusses an article about Boy Meets World and the episode that left a lasting impact on Danielle Fishel. The hosts also explore how men often suffer in silence when it comes to weight issues and share the advi…
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Bumpy Start, an Alive Baby NICU Story
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Judith gave birth to her baby boy a few weeks ago, and while the birth was smooth... the subsequent hours and days were not. It was extremely traumatic for both Judith and Alina, who were acutely reminded that babies can and do die. Thankfully, Judith's son got great care and is alive and well, and they are adjusting to life at home as a family of …
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The Secret Lives of Baby Mamas
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This week on BMND, Kail shares an update on a father’s ongoing custody battle after relocating to a different state. In CoparenTEA, a listener seeks advice on managing guardianship over her niece and wonders if she’s handling the situation the right way. Kail and Vee open up about their fears of addiction while discussing the latest Kanye West head…
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Quinn is 4... and a big brother!
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Yes, this is a pregnancy announcement ♥️ ::: Things we talk about in this episode: - ALAIL | Breathing After Loss, an Interview About Parenting After Loss with Zayn's Mom Katie - ALAIL | First Time Moms for the Second Time, More About Parenting After Loss with Zayn's Mom Katie ::: Support As Long As I'm Living podcast at buymeacoffee.com/alailpodc…
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Leave Me Wanting More
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This week on BMND, Kail and Vee share their excitement and nerves leading up to their first live show. They dive into a listener write-in from a mental health counselor who offers valuable insights on therapy and navigating different life stages. Vee reads a co-parenTEA from a stepmom seeking advice on custody issues involving a child who lives in …
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Shoulders to Cry On, an interview about infant loss support groups with Dr. Denise Mandel
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Today on the podcast, we're welcoming back our resident grief therapist: Dr. Denise Mandel! We talk to Dr. Denise allllll about support groups. What are they, how do they help, how can you find one? We also talk about why some people DON'T like support groups, and other ways that you can find support in your loss if the group you tried to join isn'…
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This week on BMND, Kail and Vee address the backlash from a recent viral post, diving into the criticisms and their responses. They also discuss Nick Cannon’s interview with Dr. Bryant, sparking a conversation about multiple partner fertility and some surprising statistics around it. In this week’s coparenTEA, there’s a follow-up from last week’s e…
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Live Again from DC (Insta Live Replay)
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Hi all! It's a holiday week here in the US, so we're taking the opportunity to release an Instagram live we did back in May to the feed. In this live, we mainly talk about a then-recent episode of the podcast in which we tell the stories of our losses. If you haven't listened to that episode yet, listen HERE and then come back and listen to all the…
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I Can't Even Figure Me Out
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This week on BMND, Kail and Vee dive into a coparenTEA from a listener facing custody issues after a minor argument with their stepson. Vee shares a cautionary tale about the dangers of airing personal matters on social media. The duo also tackles bad advice surrounding anxiety and depression, explores the differences in how men and women experienc…
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In this episode, Judith talks about how she's prepping as she approaches the birth of a (hopefully alive) new baby. How is she thinking about naming her son, after her first son died? What of Aiden's clothes will she put on the new baby? Will she do the same religious traditions, in the same way? How is her mental health? Preparation for a new baby…
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Don't Leak the Texts
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This week on BMND, Kail and Vee dive into a coparenTEA from a listener seeking advice on adopting a distant family member who tragically lost her parents. Kail shares her anxiety as Isaac prepares for his first day of high school, leading the hosts to reminisce about their own high school experiences. They revisit Kehlani's co-parenting drama amids…
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When Your Pregnancy is Killing You, an interview about TFMR with Emily, Maliyah's Mom
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We are honored to be joined on the podcast today by Emily, Maliyah's Mom, to talk about her TFMR (termination for medical reasons) last year. In our previous interviews about TFMR, the parents have had to make the decision to terminate due to their baby's own serious condition(s). In this case, Emily had to choose a termination to save her own life…
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Maliyah's Story, as told by her mom, Emily
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We are honored to be joined on the podcast today by Emily, Maliyah's Mom, to talk about her TFMR (termination for medical reasons) last year. In our previous interviews about TFMR, the parents have had to make the decision to terminate due to their baby's own serious condition(s). In this case, Emily had to choose a termination to save her own life…
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Am I the A*shole? Volume 2
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This week on BMND, Kail and Vee talk about some of their favorite products, give an update on a past Down in the DM, and dive into some wild "Am I the A*shole" stories. Topics include best friends getting pregnant at the same time, a wedding guest who outshines the bride, a husband with questionable feelings for his stepdaughter, and a new mom who …
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The statistics about freak accidents, rare diseases, and the astounding unlikelihood of your baby dying are comforting... until you're the one in a million that has a bad outcome. Our attitudes about statistics have changed. Let's talk about it. ::: Things we talk about in this episode: - The Miscarriage Odds Reassurer ::: Follow As Long As I'm Liv…
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Q&A with Baby Daddy Jo Rivera
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This week on BMND, Vee takes the reins as Kail is out, and she sits down with Jo to catch up on the latest happenings in their life. They share details about a recent date night, Isaac’s disappointing introduction to the entertainment industry, and the arrival of a new furry family member. Jo also dives into listener questions, addressing topics li…
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A Tale of Two Sisters: The New Beginning, our final interview about shifting relationships after loss with Judith's Sister Ilana (3/3)
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Listen to Part 1 HERE and Part 2 HERE.This is the last part of our interview series with Judith's sister Ilana about how their relationship has changed since Aiden died. In this part, Ilana gives advice for friends and family of grievers for making their griever feel supported. We're using a framework for life transitions Ilana mentions in a late…
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This week on BMND, Kail discusses still experiencing pregnancy scares despite having had a tubal ligation, while Vee shares her thoughts on using an IUD. In the coparenTEA segment, they address a mother's struggle with reclaiming custody of her daughter after asking her own mother for help during a difficult time. Kail talks about the role of co-pa…
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A Tale of Two Sisters: The Messy Middle, another interview about shifting relationships after loss with Judith's Sister Ilana (2/3)
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Listen to Part 1 HERE.This is part 2/3 in our interview series with Judith's sister Ilana about how significantly their relationship changed after Aiden's loss. We're using a framework for life transitions Ilana mentions in a later episode by Bruce Feiler: - The Long Goodbye: where they mourn the "old" relationship - The Messy Middle: in which …
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No Phonies at the Funerals
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This week on BMND, Kail deals with an egg overload while Vee prepares Vivi for braces. In coparenTEA, a listener struggles with her son wanting to change his last name due to his absent biological father, and Vee reflects on her own feelings about her last name. Kail discusses a disturbing story involving a masked intruder who turns out to be the v…
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