The Sad Moms

In this poignant Grief Gossip episode of The Sad Moms, we dive deep into the complexities of navigating grief during the holiday season. The episode features returning guest Courtney, who is also a bereaved mother. Together, we share personal stories, challenges, and coping mechanisms as we approach a time traditionally seen as joyful yet often painful for those mourning the loss of a loved one. S...

Welcome to a special episode of The Sad Moms, where we introduce a new segment called Grief Gossip. In this detailed conversation, we expand our focus to explore how grief weaves into different parts of life beyond just the loss of a child. November is Children's Grief Awareness Month, and this episode centers on supporting childhood grief. Our guest, Lauren Schneider, is a seasoned specialis...

In this deeply moving episode of The Sad Moms, we are joined by Jason, a grieving father who opens up about the profound pain and long-lasting sorrow of losing his daughter Emily. Jason provides a heartfelt overview of Emily's vibrant and creative spirit. He shares the tragic and sudden nature of Emily's illness, detailing how what seemed to be a normal cold progressively worsened until...

In this profoundly moving episode of The Sad Moms, Ishani welcomes Adrien, who shares the deeply emotional journey of parenting her son Jacob, who was originally diagnosed with Autism at age three and later found to have Sanfilippo Syndrome at age ten. Adrien reflects on her bond with Jacob, who is a happy, easygoing child. She recounts the struggle of watching him gradually lose his abilities and...

In this deeply emotional episode of The Sad Moms, Ishani is joined by her husband and Sad Dad, Ram,  as they explore the profound impact of losing their son, Rylan. The conversation delves into the unique challenges and experiences of being a caregiver and grieving father. Ram opens up about his close, daily relationship with Rylan, detailing the routine and responsibilities that defined his role...

In this episode of The Sad Moms Podcast, we sit down with Chalon, who shares her deeply personal journey following the tragic loss of her son Cartier who died due to a drowning accident just a month before his 5th birthday. Chalon navigates through the emotional landscape of grief, touching on her experiences as a black woman, the coping mechanisms she's developed, pregnancy after loss, and h...

In this episode of The Sad Moms, we explore the significance of Bereaved Mother's Day and share ways for bereaved mothers to feel closer to their children who have died. Founded in 2010 by Carly Marie Dudley, this day honors mothers who have experienced child loss. We discuss personal rituals, support systems, and provide recommendations for friends and family on how to offer meaningful suppo...

In this episode of The Sad Moms, we talk with Nohea, a fellow sad mom who faced the unbearable loss of her two children, Kalea and Noah, to medulloblastoma, a rare form of pediatric brain cancer. Nohea opens up about the lives of her kids, their tight-knit sibling bond, and their courageous battle with cancer. She recounts their diagnoses, treatment processes, and the heart-wrenching reality of wa...

In this episode of The Sad Moms, Courtney joins us to share the story of her son, Alexander, who died from Diffuse Anaplastic Wilms Tumor which is a type of pediatric kidney cancer. Reflecting on Alexander's joyful and resilient spirit despite his neurodiverse challenges, Courtney delves deep into the struggles and small joys of daily life with him- “the little things.” The conversation touch...

Welcome to the first episode of The Sad Moms! On today's episode your host, Ishani, will be sharing her story about the unexpected and sudden loss of her 8-year-old son, Rylan. Rylan was born with a rare brain disease and Ishani talks about what life is like as a medical parent navigating the health care industry. She also shares about the very painful and traumatic day that Rylan died, and w...

Welcome to The Sad Moms. This is a space for grieving parents where we can be open and honest about our grief. In each episode, we’ll have raw, heartfelt conversations with other parents who have experienced unimaginable loss. Together, we’ll share our stories, talk about the things only we truly understand, and honor our kids. If you have ever felt alone in your grief, know that you’re not. We’re...