Ep. 275: How to Support a Friend Experiencing Loss with Sarah Lingle

Ep. 275: How to Support a Friend Experiencing Loss with Sarah Lingle

Author: HeHe Stewart July 5, 2024 Duration: 1:01:01
In this heartfelt episode, HeHe and Sarah Lingle discuss the sensitive topics of infertility, pregnancy loss, and the emotional and psychological impacts they have. The conversation covers statistics on infertility and miscarriage, personal experiences with loss, and the ways to support a friend who has experienced pregnancy loss. Sarah shares valuable insights on how to talk about loss, the importance of normalizing these discussions, and the resources available for those going through these difficult times. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to better understand and support friends, family, or clients dealing with pregnancy loss. Understanding Infertility and Loss Statistics Stigma and Sharing About Loss Emotional Responses to Loss Postpartum Care After Loss Support and Resources for Bereaved Parents TFMR Community and Support How to Support Friends Experiencing Loss A Friend's Support During Miscarriage Memorializing Lost Babies The Emotional Complexity of Pregnancy After Loss Navigating Triggers and Boundaries Connecting with Sarah and Final Thoughts Guest Bio: Sarah is the host of The PAL Doula Podcast, and owner of The Pregnancy After Loss Doula, both of which exist to give help and hope to moms navigating pregnancy after loss. She’s a mom to Peanut, who died before birth, and to J, her earthside rainbow baby. When she’s not talking about birth, you can usually find her hiking to a nearby waterfall with my family! Instagram: Connect with HeHe on IG Connect with Sarah on IG  BIRTH EDUCATION: Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience! Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone!  LINKS MENTIONED: https://pregnancyafterlossdoula.com/Use code Podcast10 to get listeners 10% off of any of Sarah’s offers https://anchor.fm/thepalpod https://littlesantidesigns.co.uk/ https://stillbirthday.com/ https://www.gatheringhope.net/timely-tender-tote-1 https://miscarriagehopedesk.org/ https://www.thecomfortcub.org/  

Hosted by birth and newborn expert HeHe Stewart, The Birth Lounge Podcast creates a thoughtful conversation around the many paths through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. This podcast moves beyond simplistic advice to explore the wide spectrum of normal experiences, offering evidence-based insights alongside real stories from parents. HeHe, who founded Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, guides these discussions with a blend of professional knowledge and deep empathy, aiming to demystify the process and empower your choices. Each episode serves as a gathering place-a safe space where clinical expertise meets lived experience, covering topics that span education, family dynamics, physical fitness, holistic health, and parenting young children. You’ll find a supportive resource here, one that acknowledges the variables and nuances of bringing a child into the world and navigating the postpartum chapter. Tune in for honest dialogues that honor different perspectives, providing companionship and reliable information for your own journey. The goal is to leave you feeling more prepared, less alone, and confident in your unique path through parenthood, all within the supportive community of this podcast.
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Ep. 232: Is Homebirth Right for You with Blyss Young, CPM [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:51
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Ep. 231: Birth Control (The Book) with Allison Yarrow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:33
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Ep. 227: Pain Relief Options in the Hospital with Dr. Nicole Rankins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:08
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Ep. 226: Coping with an Unexpected NICU Stay with Casey Lewis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:12
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Ep. 224: How to have a Pain Free Birth, pt. 2 with Dr. Q [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:58
Today’s guest, Dr. Q, is joining me to discuss pain in labor! Everyone wants to have a pain free birth, but something always left out of the conversation is our individual PERCEPTION of pain! Dr. Q is a Pelvic Floor Phys…
Ep. 223: How to have a Pain Free Birth, pt. 1 with Dr. Q [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:57
Today’s guest, Dr. Q, is joining me to discuss pain in labor! Everyone wants to have a pain free birth, but something always left out of the conversation is our individual PERCEPTION of pain! Dr. Q is a Pelvic Floor Phys…