Paris and Winter talk about the beautiful life of Drexton, who died to 6 months old due to an undiagnosed atrial septal defect (ASD). Paris tells of the relative ease of the pregnancy, and having to have an emergency cesarean and finally bringing home her little bundle of joy. Paris tells Winter about finding a nanny when she went back to work and …

Elizabeth and Winter talk about what has help after the loss of Lael, who was stillborn due to a subchorionic hemorrhage at 19 weeks. Elizabeth talks about finding out about using a saline solution to preserve Lael and how that helped her and her family admire their son and brother a little longer. Elizabeth talks about how her faith has helped her…

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses infant loss, including miscarriage and stillbirth. Please listen with care. Today, we’re joined by an incredible guest, Elizabeth, who has experienced unimaginable heartbreak—11 losses. Through her strength and resilience, Elizabeth is here to share her journey, offering hope and comfort to others who may be …

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses infant loss, including miscarriage and stillbirth. Please listen with care. Melissa’s daughter, Patricia, was born 16 years ago. Tragically, due to a cord accident, Patricia did not survive. Though it’s been 16 years, Melissa continues to not only remember, but celebrate her daughter’s life. In this episode, …

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses infant loss, including miscarriage and stillbirth. Please listen with care. Being a young mom of two is both beautiful and challenging. But when you become pregnant and experience constant morning sickness throughout the entire pregnancy––that adds another level of difficulty. In this episode, our guest, Meli…

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses infant loss, including miscarriage and stillbirth. Please listen with care. Nothing can prepare you for navigating life after the stillbirth of your child. My guest, Veronika, shares her experience of grieving her son, Benjamin, whose cause of death is unknown. She opens up about the comfort she found in comm…

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses infant loss, including miscarriage and stillbirth. Please listen with care. Hours after hearing her son’s strong heartbeat at a final checkup, Veronika received the devastating news that her sweet Benjamin had passed away. Looking back on her challenging pregnancy, Veronika shares the heartbreak of losing Ben…

We are so honored to be able to interview Dr. Robert M. Silver, MD and Sarah Lopez MHA, MPH, CPH from the University of Utah Hospital and the Stillbirth Research Program at the School Of Medicine. They were able to talk about the research they are doing in stillbirth detection and prevention. The work they are doing nationally with setting up clini…

Scott talks with Lee about finding help from the local pastor -- even though they were not from the area -- and the outpouring of grace from the community while they were staying in Florida. Scott talks about not having to compare the "severity" of grief, but to understand that everyone has their own problems and things weighing them down. DONATE $…

Scott talks with Lee about the birth of his little son Benjamin, who was stillborn at 40 weeks. Scott talks about how he and his wife, Veronika, met and started their family. Scott talks about finding out that Benjamin had only one umbilical artery and the fear that he had with that diagnosis. Scott talks about going into the hospital to check on h…

Winter and Lee give a little update about Brannan's 6th birthday, and how we are doing. Lee reads an essay he wrote about the forces that turn dangerous broken glass into something beautiful. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting cos…

Jennifer and Winter talk about what it's been like since the death of Nicholas over a decade ago. Jennifer talks about the sweet help she received from her family and especially the family dog. Jennifer talks about the little things that have helped her remember her son and to build a legacy for him. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to s…

Jennifer and Winter talk about the birth of little baby Nicholas, who was stillborn at 33 weeks. Jennifer talks about moving to Florida and then finding out that she was pregnant. She had to find all new care for her and her baby. Jennifer talks about choosing a name, Nicholas, because she found out she was was pregnant in December. Jennifer talks …

Stacy and Winter talk about the support that helped Stacy after the stillbirth of her son Carson. Stacy talks about her wonderful family and friends that reached out and helped in providing food and other services. Stacy talks about the great support group that she has been able to be involved with and the hope she gets from them to continue on. DO…

Stacy talks with Winter about her sweet little Carson, who was stillborn at 34 weeks due to unknown reasons. Stacy talks about getting 4D and 3D ultrasounds and seeing his smiley face and happy demeanor. Stacy talks about being pregnant with Carson, and what lead to going into the hospital to check on baby Carson. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/ho…

Claire talks with Winter about that she has been experiencing since the death of her daughter Paulie, due to shoulder dystocia during birth. Claire talks about the wonderful friends that set up a meal train that helped her family not have to worry about making food. Claire talks about going back to work to easy herself back into "normality" and to …

Winter speaks with Claire about her sweet little daughter Paulie, who was born at 41 weeks but passed in the birthing process. Claire talks about the joy of her pregnancy and the happiness that came from expecting a new member to their family. She talks about going to the birthing center and enjoying the process until Paulie was stuck in the birthi…

Ari and Winter talk about things that have helped after the death of Kai, Ari's sweet baby boy who was stillborn. Ari talks about the people who came and supported her after the loss, and how that has help her to heal. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward…

Winter talks with Ari about her sweet little boy Kai, who was stillborn at 30 weeks. Ari talks about the joy of announcing to her husband that she was pregnant and the fun they had telling their families later that they were expecting a baby. Ari recounts how she became nervous when she didn't feel normal movement from her Kai, and went to the hosp…

Elif talks with Winter about what has helped her heal in these short months after the passing of her twin children Mavi and Deniz, who died shortly after birth due to placental failure and complications of cholestasis of Elif's pregnancy. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate…

Elif and Winter have a beautiful conversation about her sweet twin children, Mavi and Deniz who were born at 25 weeks do to placental failure and complications of cholestasis of her pregnancy. Elif talks about the struggle that she and her husband had to conceive, but the joy they experienced when they did have a positive birth test and later about…

Kaileigh and Winter talk about how life has been since the passing of Melody, who died in utero at 21 weeks and 5 days. Kaileigh talks about the support from good family and friends and the relief that has had. Kaileigh talks about and shares a poem she wrote for her sweet Melody. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued…

Winter has a wonderful conversation with Kaileigh about her daughter Melody, who was stillborn at 21 weeks and 5 days. Kaileigh talks about how she had the "perfect" first trimester with very little morning sickness. How the got the 3D ultrasound and the beautiful videos of Melody. Kaileigh then recounts having a premonition feeling that something …

Makayla and Winter talk about the little things that helped in the recovery after Makayla's little daughter Cambria passed away due to complications with Type 1 diabetes. Makayla talks about the wonderful people what have surrounded her and helped her become a better mother and advocate. Makayla talks about the changing circumstances in her healing…

Winter talks with Makayla about her little sweet daughter Cambria, who was stillborn due to Makayla experiencing complications with Type 1 diabetes. Makayla tells Winter about the excitement of finding out that she was pregnant and getting more excited to welcome this little girl into their lives. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to supp…

Lori and Winter talk about how grief has changed over almost 30 years since Cassi was stillborn. They talk about the way life has shaped the way Lori and her family has gone about remembering and including Cassi. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward produ…

Winter talks with Lori about her sweet little Cassi, who was stillborn due to the umbilical cord being wrapped around her neck multiple times. Lori talks about the fear of getting pregnant for the fifth time (three live births and one miscarriage) and not knowing if she could do it again. She talks about how they had moved to a new-ish city for the…

Chelsie talks with Winter about the impactful things people did after the death of her son Desmond, who died at 38 weeks due to a true knot in his umbilical cord. Chelsie talks about having time and space to mourn and the differences in grief she and her husband experienced. Chelsie reflects on the was they talked to their 2 year old daughter about…

Winter chats with Chelsie about her sweet little baby boy, Desmond. He was stillborn due to a true knot in his umbilical cord. Chelsie talks about he joy of finding out that they were pregnant, and the excitement of expanding their family. Chelsie talks about going to the hospital to get a NST after not feeling Desmond move and being told that ther…

Winter and Stephanie talk about how life has been for Stephanie since the passing of her son Cedric, who was stillborn at 18 weeks. Stephanie talks about trying to find answers to the many questions that surround the causes of he's death. Stephanie also discovered health issues she had which has caused her to be extra cautious in her subsequent pre…

Stephanie and Winter talk about the birth of little Cedric, who was stillborn a 18 weeks. Stephanie was a young mother getting her family started and this was her third birth. Her first birth had some complications and her child was born alive and healthy, just very small (around 2 kg/4.5 lbs). Stephanies second pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage,…

Tammy and Winter talk about the constant evolving of grief and sorrow that comes from loosing a child. Tammy talks about what helped her 28+ years ago and what she has had to do for herself. Tammy also talks about the pain of watching her own daughter go through a stillbirth of her grandson and how she has tried to help. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a co…

Tammy and Winter talk about sweet little Cody, who died at two months due to SIDS. Cody was such a loved son and brother, and he is still loved dearly by all who know him and his family. Tammy tells us about what it was like in the 90's for her with giving birth and life. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued producti…

Winter and Leesa talk about the things that helped after the loss of Avery, Leesa's son who developed bilateral renal agenesis in utero and was stillborn after 24 weeks. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to …

Winter talks with Leesa about his little boy Avery, who developed in the womb with bilateral renal agenesis (BRA). Avery born at 24 weeks after being induced. Avery passed in utero. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if …

Matt talks about what he has learned about mourning after the death of his daughter Ivy, who passed due to a cord accident. Matt talks about learning to support and mourn together as a couple and as a family. That even though he felt that he needed to have some isolation, that was actually a detriment to his relationships. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a …

Matt and Lee talk about the birth of Matt's daughter, Ivy Rebecca. They talk about how Matt and Sharon (Matt's ex) decided to not find out the gender of their unborn baby and the excitement of getting ready to welcome in this new baby. Matt tells us about waking up with Sharon as she started the labor process and getting the hospital bags into the …

Winter talks with Sharon about the healing process and all that has happened after the death of Ivy, almost 7 years ago. They talk about grieving and having a group to go to. Sharon talks about being drawn to help and having a support around her that makes it possible to raise funds at certain times for organizations that are in need. DONATE $5 (ak…

Sharon and Winter talk about little Ivy Rebecca, who was stillborn at 40 weeks due to a cord accident. Sharon recounts the surprise of finding herself pregnant, because it took some time to become pregnant with her other children. She talks about lining up midwives and a birthing doula and finding out the gender during the 20 week ultrasound appoin…

Bailey talks with Winter about her beautiful daughter Hazel, who was stillborn at 37 weeks do to a gun wound. Bailey recounts the excitement that was building and the anticipation to meet her. Bailey recounts the tragic events that lead to the death of her unborn child, and the process of having to recover physically and emotionally after such a ho…

Christine and Winter talk about ways people helped after the loss of Dom, Christines son who died in utero. They talk about how they as mothers want to tell friends and family about their child. They talk about the different ways people mourn loss and how that can affect relationships. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the cont…

Christine and Winter talk about little Dominic (Dom) and the impact he has had on Christine and her husband since his stillbirth at 25 weeks due to preeclampsia. Christine voiced her concerns with her medical staff, but felt that she was being told to not worry and that everything was normal. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support t…

In this episode, Winter talks with Jinu and Gibin about their little baby boy, Jayden. They talk about the things that others have done that have help and brought peace to their grieving hearts. They talk about the legacy that Jayden has left on his family and how that will carry on forever. Jinu and Gibin also announce that they are expecting a ne…

Jinu and Gibin talk with Winter about their sweet little baby boy, Jayden, who died suddenly at 15 weeks. Jinu and Gibin recount the excitement of adding another child to their family, and who their little girls were at first upset that they would have a little brother, but became loving and sweet sisters during the pregnancy. Jinu talks about the …

David and Lee talk about what things to remember in life, especially after experiencing the loss of his twin daughters. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these stories. We appreciate all the help toward production and hosting costs. Or if you want to purchase an "Always a Part of Us" Legacy Gift for …

David tells the birth story of his twin daughters, Hazel and Violet, who were born prematurely. Hazel was diagnosed with Anencephaly, but Violet was healthy. David recounts the weeks they had mourning the impending loss of their little Hazel, but they never thought that they would have to have to mourn the loss of both of their unborn daughters. DO…

Cat and Winter talk together about the things that have helped Cat when her twin daughters passed, Violet in utero and Hazel shortly after birth. They talk about what friends and family have done for them in their grief and how that has helped them to heal. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued production of these sto…

Cat talks with Winter about her twin daughters Violet and Hazel, who were born prematurely. Hazel was diagnosed with Anencephaly, but Violet was health. Cat and her husband Dave were preparing for both a funeral for one of their children and a live birth of a little baby girl. DONATE $5 (aka "buy us a coffee/hot cocoa") to support the continued pro…

Anna and Winter talk about how Anna was able able to build a legacy for her stillborn son, Liam, who was stillborn at 40 weeks. Anna and Winter discuss how Anna was able to donate her pumped breastmilk and to set up a non-profit (Gifts From Liam https://www.giftsfromliam.org/ ) to collect diapers for families that are in need. DONATE $5 (aka "buy u…

Anna talks with Winter about the birth of her son, Liam, at 40 weeks. Anna was getting excited and planning everything that she needed to to with arrival of her little son, Liam. All was going well until she started to feel less movement and was told that "maybe he's just running out of room to move." Anna tells Winter about finding out at the hosp…