The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast: Interviews with Miscarriage and Infant Loss Survivors

What does it mean to remember a life that was far too short? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Missy Thomas, Executive Director of Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, a nonprofit that provides remembrance photography for families experiencing the loss of a baby. Missy is also a close friend of Peyton’s, and it was through the loss of Peyton’s son that she first experi...

What does it feel like to care for a loss mom when you can’t fix what’s broken? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Dr. Lisette Saleh, a labor and delivery nurse and nursing professor at Texas Christian University, who has spent over 20 years caring for women and now prepares future nurses to do the same. Together, they talk about:  The emotional weight nurses c...

What is it like to be the one who has to say, “There is no heartbeat”? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Dr. Jamie Erwin, an OB/GYN and co-founder of Vivi Women’s Health in Fort Worth, known for her deeply compassionate and patient-centered approach to care. Together, they talk about:  What it’s like to deliver devastating news   The emotional weight providers...

What does it look like to care for someone when you don’t have the right words? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Barrett Grebing, a pastor in Aledo, Texas, who has spent years walking with people through both joy and deep loss. Together, they talk about:  What it looks like to support grieving families within the church   Why trying to “fix” someone’s pain ca...

What happens in the moments before words are spoken? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Callie Caraballo, founder of The Ultrasound Concierge and a former MFM sonographer with nearly 13 years of experience in ultrasound. Together, they talk about: The emotional weight carried in the ultrasound room What it’s like to recognize when something may not be right How...

What happens when the system meant to care for you doesn’t always know how? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Jamie Hinton, a licensed midwife in Texas and a loss mom who brings a unique perspective from both sides of care. Together, they talk about: What it’s like to experience loss as both a provider and a patient The gaps in training, support, and compassio...

What happens when the person caring for you has walked through loss, too? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Heather LaVigne, a nurse practitioner turned author, teacher, and ministry partner, who brings both professional experience and her own journey through infertility and pregnancy loss. Together, they talk about: What it’s like to experience loss from both...

What if the most meaningful thing you can do is simply stay? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with April Snyder, a hospital chaplain and loss mom who walks closely with families in some of their most vulnerable moments. Together, they talk about: What it means to be present in grief without trying to fix it The role of spiritual care in moments of loss How words,...

What if the way we try to help is actually making things harder? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Jennifer Hernandez, a Care Ministry Director and loss mom who is passionate about walking with people through grief in honest and meaningful ways. Together, they talk about: The importance of self-awareness when supporting someone in grief How well-intentioned ca...

What if loss moms are still postpartum, even without a baby in their arms? In this episode of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , Peyton sits down with Dr. Mary Kathryn Nader, a licensed professional counselor specializing in women’s mental health, perinatal mental health, and trauma. Together, they talk about: The postpartum experience after pregnancy and infant loss How grief impacts the body, mind,...

What does it really look like to care for a loss mom? In this season of The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast , we’re having honest conversations with the people who walk closely with mothers in some of their hardest moments. From doctors and nurses to chaplains, therapists, and ministry leaders, each episode offers a deeper look into the role they play and the weight they carry. This season is centered ar...

In this special live episode from Gathering 2026, we sat down with Markesha Tisby, Myshel Wilkins, and Jessica Latshaw for a conversation that so many loss moms need. Together, we talked about those first moments when you begin to believe you might actually survive this… the people who unexpectedly show up and walk with you… and the ways grief, faith, and healing intertwine over time. This convers...

Loss Mama, this is your invitation to transform your healing journey. In this heartfelt episode of the Sucky Sisterhood Podcast, Mary shares her profound journey of grief after losing her daughter, Rachel, 42 years ago. Through her experience at the Gathering Hope conference, she emphasizes the importance of community support for mothers who have experienced baby loss. The conversation explores th...

This is Part 2 of our interviews with Michael and Mariah Cason. In this heartfelt episode, Peyton sits down with Mariah to talk about her journey of motherhood after loss. Mariah opens up about the devastating loss of her firstborn son, Reagan, and how she has navigated grief while raising her daughter, Eloise. She shares the emotional decisions she made, including keeping Reagan’s nursery open, a...

In this heartfelt episode, Peyton sits down with Michael Cason to discuss his journey through fatherhood, faith, and grief after the stillbirth of his son, Reagan. Michael opens up about the often-overlooked grief that fathers experience, the challenges of navigating loss while supporting a grieving spouse, and the role of faith in his healing journey. He also shares practical insights on the impo...

In this conversation, Markesha Tisby shares her journey through parenthood, loss, and healing. She discusses the challenges of raising children, the impact of literacy and education, and her personal experiences with miscarriage. The conversation delves into the complexities of grief, the intersection of race and maternal health, and the importance of community support. Throughout, Markesha emphas...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alyson Brown and Kelsi Cole, the founders of Foreknown Ministries. After experiencing the unimaginable loss of their babies, born still just two weeks apart, Alyson and Kelsi transformed their grief into a mission to support other parents walking through the devastation of losing a child. Through Foreknown Ministries, they provide hope, community, and edu...

In this episode, we chat with Samantha McCabe, founder of Harper’s Hands Counseling and a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate. Samantha shares her personal story of infant loss and how it inspired her to help other moms navigate grief and trauma. As a worship pastor and mother of three, she reflects on balancing faith, family, and her counseling practice, offering heartfelt insights and hope...

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Ally Loupe, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in pelvic health, birth doula, and co-creator of Move Through Motherhood . Ally opens up about her personal journey as a mother to two daughters on earth and one sweet baby in heaven, sharing her heart for helping women heal both physically and emotionally after miscarriage and infant loss. Through her movement a...

In this episode, Victoria Renken, a perinatal therapist and mother, shares her journey with her daughter, Lily. Victoria, who specializes in grief, loss, and rare diagnoses in motherhood, opens up about her experience navigating the complexities of Lily’s congenital diaphragmatic hernia and the unexpected emergence of HELLP syndrome. Join us as Victoria discusses the intersections of grief and pro...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kelly Jean-Philippe, a devoted husband to his wife Rose and a loving father to their two sons, Julius'Camillo and Eden. Their family story, however, is marked by profound loss as Kelly and Rose have endured the heartbreak of five miscarriages. Kelly shares his deeply personal journey through these experiences, shedding light on the often-overlooked p...

In this episode, we welcome Heather Butler, author of the poignant book "That Side of Heaven," which chronicles her personal story of loss and the stories of other mothers who have faced similar heartache. Heather's writing delves into the depths of grief, motherhood, and the beautifully messy aspects of life, offering hope and understanding to those navigating similar paths. Heathe...

Summary This episode dives into the nuances of grief, motherhood, and resilience with Tanika Dillard, who shares her journey of loss and the ways she honors her children. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, support, and the power of words in navigating grief. Tanika offers valuable advice for those supporting someone in fresh grief and highlights the significance of hope and j...

Show Notes Summary TJ shares his journey of grief and healing after the loss of his son, Luca. He discusses the impact on his family, the surprising moments of comfort, and the transformation of his faith. The conversation delves into the power of storytelling, the role of empathy, and the growth that comes from grief. The conversation delves into the themes of finding joy amidst grief, the comple...

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