Finding Hope After Loss | Hope in Infertility and Pregnancy Loss

Infertility, miscarriage, and stillbirth can change everything—how do you survive and still find hope after losing a baby? In this episode, Sarah shares her journey through infertility, fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, and stillbirth, and what it means to keep living after unimaginable loss. She reflects on advocating for your baby, navigating complex medical decisions, parenting living childr...

If you have been told your labs and tests are normal but you are still not getting pregnant, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Dr. Grace Charles, a naturopathic fertility doctor, breaks down what “unexplained infertility” really means and why so many root causes of infertility are missed in standard care. We talk about fertility testing, gut and vaginal microbiome health, thyroid issu...

Infertility, miscarriage, failed IVF, and foster care—what happens when the family you imagined takes a different path? In this episode, Rachel Fulginiti shares her journey through unexplained infertility, pregnancy loss, failed IVF, and an unexpected ectopic pregnancy that required emergency surgery. After years of trying to conceive, fertility treatments, and grief, Rachel and her husband began...

The holidays can intensify grief, especially for those navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, and baby loss—and it often feels like no one is talking about it. In this episode, Sarah is joined by Dr. Camelia Clarke, a nationally recognized death care expert and spokesperson for the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), to explore why grief during the holidays can feel heavier for individ...

No one tells you what happens after a miscarriage—the silence, the unanswered questions, the fear that follows, and the grief you’re expected to carry quietly. For Natassa Wachsman, that silence became the beginning of something much bigger. In this episode, Natassa shares her journey through miscarriage, pregnancy loss, and pregnancy after loss, including two very different losses—one at nearly 1...

In this episode, Mick shares the heartbreaking story of losing a baby at 39 weeks when his firstborn son, Luke, was stillborn. What began as a healthy, full-term pregnancy quickly turned into every parent’s worst nightmare as three consecutive ultrasounds confirmed that Luke no longer had a heartbeat. In the moments that followed, Mick experienced the kind of grief and loss that shatters the world...

Cheri Bergeron shares her extraordinary 10-year journey through infertility, IVF, pregnancy loss, TFMR, infant loss, and the fierce resilience it took to finally become a mother at 44 and 47. Her path to motherhood was anything but traditional—marked by donor conception, genetic defects, heartbreaking loss, and a precedent-setting legal battle that challenged outdated “presumed father” laws. Throu...

Brooke shares her deeply personal infertility journey, marked by two years of trying to conceive while navigating the challenges of military life, long separations from her husband, and the emotional toll of constant negative tests. She opens up about the moment she felt called to leave her dream career in order to prioritize her family and the complex feelings that came with making that choice. B...

In this episode, Sarah sits down with Dr. Ashley Hudson—therapist, speaker, educator, and founder of Pearl in Process —for a deeply compassionate conversation about faith, fertility, intimacy, mental health, and healing. Ashley is known for bringing warmth, humor, and authenticity to discussions most people struggle to have, making this an essential listen for anyone navigating infertility, loss,...

Have you ever felt lost in your journey through infertility, IVF, or pregnancy loss, wondering if hope still exists? In this enlightening episode of "Finding Hope After Loss," host Sarah Cox engages in a heartfelt conversation with Anna from the Barbados Fertility Center, diving deep into the emotional and logistical challenges that accompany infertility and pregnancy loss. Together, the...

Have you ever felt completely alone in your journey through recurrent pregnancy loss? You're not alone. Join host Sarah Cox as she welcomes Mel Clark, who bravely shares her deeply personal story of navigating the tumultuous waters of infertility, multiple miscarriages, and the emotional toll of a PCOS diagnosis. Mel’s journey through eight heartbreaking miscarriages reveals the stigma and insensi...

What if the path to healing after loss could lead to hope and new beginnings? In this deeply moving episode of "Finding Hope After Loss," host Sarah Cox engages in an intimate conversation with Fernanda Sheridan, who bravely shares her heart-wrenching journey through the devastating experiences of pregnancy loss, including the stillbirth of her beloved daughter, Natalie, and the heartach...

In this deeply personal episode, Brittany shares the story of her son Mason and the day she went to the hospital in labor expecting a healthy baby, only to be told there was no heartbeat. She walks us through the shock of full-term stillbirth, the deafening silence in the operating room during her C-section, and the heartbreaking reality of holding her stillborn baby instead of hearing his first c...

In this deeply moving episode, Kara shares her infertility story and her journey through infertility, multiple rounds of IVF, and the devastating stillbirth of her daughter, Haley, at 38 weeks. A 44-year-old single mom to two living children, Kerrigan and Connor, and a full-time realtor in the Annapolis, MD area, Kara opens up about what it’s like to balance everyday life, motherhood, and parentin...

In this powerful episode of Finding Hope After Loss , Sarah sits down with Rachel to share her deeply personal journey of losing a baby, navigating faith, and finding light again after devastating heartbreak. Rachel opens up about the moment she discovered her son, Asher, no longer had a heartbeat at 18 weeks due to complications with the umbilical cord—an experience that forever changed her under...

In this tender and faith-filled episode, Finding Hope After Loss host Sarah sits down with Ashley Opliger, founder of Bridget’s Cradles and author of Cradled in Hope , to share one of those deep stories of resilience that changes how you see grief and loss. Ashley opens up about losing a baby—her daughter Bridget, who was stillborn at 24 weeks—and how months of complications, bed rest, and a place...

In this deeply emotional episode, Shannon and Andrew share their powerful story of grief , love, and unwavering resilience as they open up about twin loss , NICU trauma, multiple miscarriages, and welcoming their rainbow baby after profound heartbreak. Their journey began with long-awaited joy when Clomid finally led to a pregnancy with twins—Lucas and Sophia—but early ultrasounds revealed complic...

In this episode of the Finding Hope After Loss show, part of a compassionate infertility podcast for grieving parents, Hayley opens up about years of infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, and the heartbreak of saying goodbye to her daughter, Skylar Hope, who was stillborn at 20 weeks. She shares the highs of positive pregnancy tests after ivf and infertility treatment and the crushing lows of mis...

In this episode, Courtney shares her journey through infertility, four IUIs, and welcoming twins born at 29 weeks who spent time in the NICU. She later faced a miscarriage at 10 weeks due to chromosomal issues. Courtney opens up about grief, perinatal mental health, postpartum anxiety, and the isolation that often follows pregnancy loss.

In this episode, Amy Joy, founder of Sync Botanicals, shares how her herbal tea blends are designed to support women’s cycles, balance hormones, and promote overall health and wellness. She explains the benefits of syncing your cycle with the moon, how herbs can help regulate irregular cycles, and why understanding our hormonal changes is so vital for women’s health. Amy also talks about the emoti...

In this episode, Elle shares her journey through infertility,PCOS, and a triplet pregnancy after fertility treatment. She talks about the heartbreaking neonatal loss of all three of her children due to pregnancy complications, premature birth, and NICU struggles.

Ashley shares her journey through IVF, and the child loss of her son, Luke, due to unexpected heart surgery complications. She also opens up about grief, mental health, parenting after loss, and how her organization, Luke’s Purpose, supports other loss families. Ashley reflects on life after loss, the importance of a strong support system, and finding joy and resilience while coping with loss.

Licensed therapists Mahaley Patel and Emily Souder share their personal and professional insights on NICU trauma, infant loss, and healing through writing and storytelling. Learn about their upcoming book Your NICU Story and how it helps families process grief and trauma after the NICU experience.

In this episode, Karen shares her journey through recurrent miscarriage and infertility, shedding light on the challenges posed by a hidden blood clotting disorder. She candidly discusses the emotional toll of baby loss and the importance of self-advocacy in navigating fertility care. Discover how art and writing have been vital in her process of grief and healing.

In this episode, Texas State Representative Mihaela Plesa joins us to discuss House Bill 37 – Everly’s Law , a groundbreaking step in baby loss legislation. Named in honor of Everly, this law ensures trauma-informed bereavement care in Texas maternity wards, giving grieving families the respect and dignity they deserve. We talk about how this bill became law, the personal stories behind it, and wh...