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Navigating Baby Loss

Jennifer Senn

Kids & Family

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Frequency: 1 episode/10d. Total Eps: 90

This is where we say the things we can't say anywhere else to anyone else. Join certified life coach and stillbirth mom Jennifer Senn as she shares stories and has conversations about what life is like after suffering the loss of your baby and of the future you dreamed of before you heard those awful four words.

Grief lasts a lifetime but you don't have to struggle with guilt, fear, and the isolation that is so common for loss moms. Navigating Baby Loss will give you inspiration and hope from hearing others' stories and Jennifer will share valuable information about how you can ease your pain with the things that are hardest to cope with in the months and years following your stillbirth loss.

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - parenting
28/12/2024
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90: New Year, Same Journey: Carrying Your Baby's Memory Forward

Episode 90

Thursday, December 26, 2024 • Duration 18:02

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In this episode of the Navigating Baby Loss podcast, host Jennifer Senn discusses the challenges that come with moving into a new year after the loss of a baby. She shares personal experiences and common feelings of anxiety, sadness, and guilt that many stillbirth and loss moms face during this time. Jennifer offers practical ways to honor and remember lost babies, such as writing letters, creating memorials, and sharing their stories. The episode emphasizes the importance of acknowledging one's feelings, setting boundaries, and finding supportive communities to navigate this emotional transition.

00:00 Welcome to Navigating Baby Loss

00:39 The Unexpected Challenge of New Year's Eve

02:15 Understanding the Fear of Moving Forward

03:31 Carrying Your Baby's Memory into the New Year

07:12 Practical Steps to Ease the Transition

14:08 Honoring Your Baby and Embracing the Future

15:03 Final Thoughts and Support

Resources Mentioned:
Sharing Solace
Aubrey's Advocate

Schedule a Complimentary SUpport Call HERE

https://www.jennifersenn.com/holiday
A Season of Memories is a guide created especially for stillbirth moms who find the holidays challenging. This free resource offers 20 unique ideas to help you create new traditions that celebrate your baby's memory. These practices help keep your baby's light shining year after year.

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

Join my Private Facebook Group Navigating Baby Loss- Support for Stillbirth Moms

Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com
Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss
Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/
You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

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89.Overcoming Fear of Bonding with a New Baby After Stillbirth

Episode 89

Thursday, December 19, 2024 • Duration 16:18

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In this episode of Navigating Baby Loss, we discuss a sensitive but important topic: the fear of bonding with a new baby after experiencing the heartbreak of loss. While this fear may feel isolating, it’s more common than you think, and it does not make you a bad mom.

Jen shares why it’s normal to feel disconnected or cautious about bonding with your baby when past trauma lingers, as well as signs that you may be struggling, such as feeling emotionally numb, excessive anxiety, or even guilt. Drawing from her personal experience and work with clients, she offers actionable tips to begin fostering a connection with your baby—including skin-to-skin contact, responding to their needs, making eye contact, and seeking professional help when needed.

If you’re ready to move from fear and uncertainty to connection and hope, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why the fear of bonding with a new baby is normal after loss
Signs you might be struggling with bonding
How fear and anxiety can impact your relationship with your baby
Simple, actionable steps to foster a stronger connection
Why seeking professional help can be a game-changer

Key Takeaways:

Healing and bonding take time—be gentle with yourself.
Skin-to-skin contact and responding to your baby’s needs can help nurture emotional connection.
Don’t ignore signs of struggle like detachment, excessive anxiety, or feelings of guilt.
Reaching out for professional support isn’t a weakness—it’s a step toward healing.

Resources Mentioned:

Schedule a Free Complimentary Support Session
Visit Jen’s website for free resources:

80: Breaking the Cycle of Guilt: How to Let Go After Stillbirth

Episode 80

Thursday, October 10, 2024 • Duration 15:08

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In this heartfelt episode of *Navigating Baby Loss*, host Jennnifer Senn opens up about her personal experience with guilt following the stillbirth of her twin daughters. She shares the story of how she blamed herself for their loss, wondering if her initial shock and fear at learning she was expecting twins contributed to their death. Through her own healing journey, Jen has learned to release that guilt, and today, she offers practical guidance for other moms struggling with similar feelings.

Join Jen as she explores how to revisit the facts of your loss, challenge guilt-driven thoughts, and practice releasing guilt through simple but powerful actions. Whether it's writing down your thoughts and physically letting them go or talking to someone who can help you find a new perspective, this episode provides compassionate, actionable steps to help you break free from the cycle of guilt.

If you're feeling stuck in guilt after your loss, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and you deserve peace.

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79: Healing Doesn't Mean Forgetting Your Baby After Loss

Episode 79

Thursday, October 3, 2024 • Duration 13:53

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This podcast episode addresses a common concern among bereaved parents: the fear of forgetting their baby as they heal from grief. Drawing from 25 years of personal experience with baby loss, the host explores topics such as survivor's guilt, the impact of clinging to grief, and the misconception that constant sorrow equates to a stronger connection with the lost child. The episode emphasizes that healing doesn't mean forgetting, but rather growing one's capacity to handle grief. It encourages listeners to find joy again, asserting that it's possible to honor a baby's memory through healing and living life fully. The host provides empathetic guidance, giving listeners "permission" to feel happiness and reminding them that growth is essential and can be a way to honor their baby's memory. The episode concludes by mentioning free resources available on the host's website, aimed at helping stillbirth mothers find peace and hope as they navigate life after loss.

WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!

Join my Private Facebook Group Navigating Baby Loss- Support for Stillbirth Moms

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78: Navigating Pregnancy After Loss with Humor and Healing

Episode 78

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 • Duration 45:49

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In this episode, we speak with Aspen, a clinical social worker who shares her personal and professional insights on pregnancy after infant loss. Aspen discusses her journey from losing her first child, Otis, to pregnancy with her rainbow baby, Lenara, offering both emotional support and practical advice for those on a similar path.

Key Points

- Aspen's background in clinical social work and linguistics

- The loss of her first child, Otis, shortly after birth

- The decision to try for another pregnancy

- Coping strategies during subsequent pregnancy

- The role of dark humor in grief

- Balancing fear and hope during pregnancy after loss

- Professional insights on therapy and self-care

- Starting a specialized private practice for pregnancy and infant loss

Notable Quotes

[00:15:30] "I don't think I'm done. I don't think that I can walk away from this and not try again."

[00:27:45] "It's okay to do that. Human life... we all have our own stories and part of it is learning how to deal with other people's stories."

[00:38:20] "What you're doing in those moments is taking the power back rather than letting the thoughts and emotions control you."

[00:52:10] "There's no right or wrong way to grieve or navigate pregnancy after loss. Your journey is unique, and it's okay to approach it in whatever way feels right for you."

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77: Self-Tending After Pregnancy Loss: Author Eileen Rosete Shares Comforting Rituals

Episode 77

Thursday, September 19, 2024 • Duration 27:16

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In this episode, we sit down with author Eileen Rosete to discuss her personal journey through pregnancy loss and her upcoming book, "To Tend and to Hold: Honoring Our Bodies, Our Needs, and Our Grief Through Pregnancy and Infant Loss." Eileen shares her experiences, discusses the gaps in pregnancy loss care, and introduces the concept of "self-tending" as a gentle approach to healing.

Timestamps

[00:00] - Introduction and welcome

[02:15] - Eileen shares her personal experiences with pregnancy loss

[05:30] - The impact of compassionate healthcare during pregnancy loss

[08:45] - Discussion on the lack of standardized training for pregnancy loss care

[12:20] - The vision that inspired Eileen's book "To Tend and to Hold"

[16:40] - Introduction to the concept of "self-tending"

[20:15] - The importance of language and rituals in the healing process

[24:30] - Eileen's call for change in pregnancy loss care

[28:50] - Discussion on the upcoming release of "To Tend and to Hold"

[32:10] - Closing thoughts and where to find Eileen's work

Quotes from the Episode

- "Two early pregnancy losses is how I like to refer to it now." - Eileen Rosete

- "There really is no standardized training for all kinds of healing and health practitioners who work with pregnancy, which is pretty bananas." - Eileen Rosete

- "Self-tending to me can be as simple as taking a moment to wash your face before you start your day." - Eileen Rosete

76:Honoring Your Angel: The Delicate Decision of Reusing a Lost Child's Name

Episode 76

Thursday, September 12, 2024 • Duration 15:40

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I am answering a question from a listener- “Can I reuse my baby’s name? I’ll explore the sensitive topic of reusing a lost child's name for a rainbow baby. We discuss the pros and cons of this deeply personal decision, offer alternatives, and provide guidance for parents navigating this challenging aspect of pregnancy after loss.

Listen as I discuss:
- The emotional impact of reusing a lost child's name

- Pros and cons of name reuse

- Alternatives to consider

- Steps for making your decision

- Ways to honor your angel baby

Timestamps

- 00:00 - Introduction and topic overview

- 02:15 - Personal story: David's family experience

- 05:30 - Pros of reusing a lost child's name

- 09:45 - Potential concerns and considerations

- 14:20 - Alternatives to reusing the exact name

- 18:35 - Steps for making your decision

- 23:50 - Other ways to honor your angel baby

- 28:10 - Dealing with others' opinions and reactions

- 32:25 - Closing thoughts and support resources

Quotes from the Episode

- "There are no trigger warnings in life. These things will happen, and no one will give you warnings for any of it."

- "It's okay to go there. It's a beautiful time of remembrance and a way of honoring what that milestone would have been for you, your baby, and your family."

75: Couples and Grief: Insights from Couples Therapist Katie Rössler

Episode 75

Thursday, August 29, 2024 • Duration 44:16

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In this episode, Jennifer talks with Katie Ressler about handling grief within relationships, informed by Katie's personal experiences with loss and her professional practice in couple therapy. Katie has connected how grief is often the root of couples' issues and stresses the importance of open communication. Katie shares her insights on how grief can resurface years later and the necessity of addressing these emotions. She also gives us great advice for starting tough conversations with partners, maintaining connection, and the importance of seeking professional support. Finally, Katie introduces her books and the Level 10 Relationship Assessment to help couples rebuild their relationships after a significant loss.

00:00 Introduction to Grief and Fertility Issues
00:44 Personal Loss Story: Katie Ressler
02:49 Navigating Grief in Relationships
03:59 Support Systems and Shared Experiences
08:19 The Impact of Grief on Identity
10:23 Hidden Grief and Societal Expectations
13:38 Long-Term Effects of Grief on Couples
18:10 Resentment and Unspoken Feelings
24:26 Navigating the Journey of Grief
25:02 The Importance of Seeking Help
26:51 Communicating with Your Partner
28:38 Starting Difficult Conversations
30:22 Effective Communication Strategies
32:54 Rebuilding Relationships
35:47 Professional Support and Resources
42:24 Books and Relationship Assessments

Find out more about Katie Here-
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/katie.rossler/
Website- https://katierossler.com/
Relationship Assessment- https://katierossler.com/relationship-assessment

https://www.jennifersenn.com/holidayA Season of Memories is a guide created especially for stillbirth moms who find the holidays challenging. This free resource offers 20 unique ideas to help you create new traditions that celebrate your baby's memory. These practices help keep your baby's light shining year after year.

74: Navigating the Question: How Many Children Do You Have?

Episode 74

Thursday, August 22, 2024 • Duration 21:02

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In this episode, Jennifer Senn, a coach for stillbirth moms and a stillbirth mom herself, shares her journey and mission to help others find life after loss. Jennifer discusses the complexities of addressing the common yet challenging question, 'How many children do you have?' She offers insights and strategies on how to handle this sensitive topic, emphasizing that there is no right or wrong way to respond. Jennifer highlights the importance of self-compassion and educating others to foster understanding. She also encourages viewers to reach out for support and offers a free session to help them navigate their struggles.

Schedule a free support call here:
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00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:22 The Lifelong Impact of Stillbirth

01:48 Navigating the Question: How Many Children Do You Have?

04:06 Strategies for Answering the Question

10:45 Personal Comfort and Context

14:09 Educating Others and Final Thoughts

18:01 Support and Encouragement

73: From Heartbreak to Hope: Lucy Fraser's Fertility Journey

Episode 73

Thursday, August 15, 2024 • Duration 50:10

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lucy Froese, a fertility coach who turned her decade-long struggle with infertility into a mission to help others. Lucy shares her raw, emotional journey from unexplained infertility to IVF success, the joy of natural conception followed by the devastation of miscarriage, and finally, the birth of her rainbow twins at age 41.

Lucy opens up about the mental health challenges of infertility, the transformative power of fertility coaching, and how she navigated the complex emotions of loss and hope. She offers invaluable insights on:

Coping with an unexplained infertility diagnosis
The reality of IVF and other fertility treatments
Healing after pregnancy loss
Balancing career ambitions with family planning
The pros and cons of egg freezing

Now an IVF and egg-freezing coach herself, Lucy provides practical advice for women on their own fertility journeys. She emphasizes the importance of mind-body connection work and offers strategies for releasing trauma and fear.

Whether you're struggling with infertility, considering fertility treatments, or supporting a loved one through this process, Lucy's story offers hope, guidance, and a reminder that you're never alone on this path. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt conversation about the challenges and triumphs of the journey to parenthood.

Find out more about Lucy and Paths2 Parenthood at https://paths2parenthood.uk/about/

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