The Mama Sisterhood

Heather Evans
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The Mama Sisterhood

Welcome to The Mama Sisterhood - I'm Heather Evans. When my twins were born at 24 weeks gestation, I began to think about the uniqueness of each of our motherhood journeys. I also began to understand the importance of education and support from other moms, no matter how different our lives may be. Each episode will highlight one mother's journey and the lessons she has learned on this crazy path we call life. I'm so happy to have you here. Welcome to the Mama Sisterhood!

  1. JAN 21

    Episode 71 - Anita's Story - Widowhood with 4 Children & Finding Strength in Triathlons

    Anita Coyle was living the chaotic motherhood life many of us understand, juggling four children and work as a physical therapist, when one day, her very healthy husband went for a swim, went into the locker room, and died. Anita, whose children ranged between 2 and 12 years old at the time, was left as the solo parent, thrust into navigating this new life while also moving through her own grief journey. She shares the raw and real moments and gives advice for others going through devastating times. She also opens up about how training for triathlons was what kept her going during that time and how she had to advocate for herself to get this time for herself each day. Beyond this, she also joins a friend to host a podcast, helping others who are traversing through widowhood. Anita is one AMAZING mama and athlete, and I can't wait to see what the future holds for her! Find her podcast, Widow We Do Now, at https://widowwedonow.com/ and on Apple and Spotify!

    47 min

  2. JAN 14

    Episode 70 - Catherine's Story - AFE and Perinatal Trauma Survivor: Beating the Odds and Building Community

    Five years ago, Catherine suffered an amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) during the delivery of her second daughter leading to ECMO, DIC, a stroke, and an ICU stay followed by a long recovery process that continues today. She beat terriflyingly low odds of survival and has used her journey to help others by creating her own podcast focusing on perinatal trauma where mothers can share their stories and trauma around childbirth can be openly discussed. Her story will have you on the edge of your seat as she tells how she battled each day to live. You can find her website here: https://www.birthtraumastories.com Check out her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/birth-trauma-stories-formerly-the-twinky-chronicles/id1616407391 You can find her on IG: @birthtraumastoriespodcast

    1h 9m

  3. 12/31/2024

    Episode 69 - Jennifer's Story - It Was Never Just a Sprained Ankle: A Mom's Journey Through the Unimaginable

    Jennifer could never have expected how her life would change when her daugther, Allison, sprained her ankle. Doctors and physical therapists became alarmed when after 8 weeks, Allison had not improved and in fact, her foot was contracted and would no longer move. From here, Jennifer and Allison began a journey that eventually led to genetic testing and a diagnosis of dystonia, follwed by brain surgery that had a complication, leaving Allison's speech and movement more impaired. Not willing to collapse under the weight of all that had changed, both Jennifer and Allison dove in to every treatment and therapy they could find, and they have hope for improvement in the future. Jennifer shares honestly about the challenges of being disappointed in people she thought were her friends and how Allison has turned her situation around to educate and help others. This is a POWERFUL one with a lot of lessons for all of us as we move into 2025. Check out these links! Allison's GoFund me to help get a wheelchair-accessible van: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Pallisons-journey?utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link Allison's Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/pallisonscreations/?etsrc=sdt&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaam4MviL_eOyJfhRQNE2BA0KO8z1VtXx99dU2YE0DuKsY1AG-RSAB-FTgo_aem_XAMHRxu-6cn01oVIvSUhlQ Allison's Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/10Y5WKJUO9LPV Billy Footwear Link: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=PALLISONS_JOURNEY Allison's merch! https://www.bonfire.com/store/pallisons-journey/ Allison's IG: @pallisons_journey

    57 min

  4. 12/17/2024

    Episode 68 - Karyn's Story - From Tonsillectomy to ECMO ... To Dancing Again

    Karyn checked her 8-year-old daughter, Jordyn, in for a quick, 30-minute surgery: having her tonsils and adenoids removed. Little did they know there would be a complication, leading to Jordyn ending up on ECMO, a machine doing the work of her heart and lungs, in the ICU. What was supposed to be a simple procedure left Jordyn fighting for her life and Karyn fighting for Jordyn. This story is terrifying, engaging, inspirational ... and the ending will have you cheering for Jordyn and her amazing mama.

    54 min

  5. 12/03/2024

    Episode 67 - Britt's Story - Surviving Guillain-Barre Syndrome in Pregnancy and Post-Partum

    Today's story is one of strength and perseverence during one of the hardest situations I can imagine. Britt McCabe is here to share her pregnancy and postpartum journey. She became sick around 35 weeks pregnant, which progressed to becoming fully paralyzed due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Her son, Ollie, was delivered by c-section, and she was immediately taken to the ICU where she stayed for several weeks, unable to move on her own. Britt spent months in hospitals and rehab, all with the goal of learning to stand and walk again so she could care for her son. To say Britt's story is inspiring is an understatement, and I'm so excited to bring it to our listeners today! Follow Britt's journey on IG @cidpwithbritt

    46 min

  6. 11/19/2024

    Episode 66 - Josie's Story - Raising a Daughter with Prader-Willi Syndrome

    I had the amazing opportunity to chat with Josie about her motherhood experience. Her daughter, Journey, is 8 years old and has a rare disease called Prader-Willi syndrome. Among other symptoms, this syndrome affects Journey in that she never feels full which has led her mom and family to have to make very specific rules around mealtimes and food. Josie shares about: - Getting her daughter's diagnosis - Modifications she has had to make as a mom around food - The challenges of school and learning about IEP's/504's - The importance of inclusion and how she and her husband have created a football and cheer program that focuses on including all kids who want to join, despite any special needs or financial status

    25 min

  7. 11/05/2024

    Episode 65 - Angela's Story (Part 2): Growing Up & Beating the Odds with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 3

    Today is the much-anticipated part TWO of Angela Diven's story about her son Layton, and his journey with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 3. Today, she takes us through toddlerhood with a child prone to fractures, what it was like sending him to school for the first time, how he has overcome major injury, and how he has excelled in life, including in baseball and track/field. Follow Angela and Layton on IG @superlaytondiven

    41 min

  8. 10/29/2024

    Episode 64 - Angela's Story (Part 1) "My Baby is Glass:" Raising a Son with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 3

    Today's story is unbelievable, and I can't wait to share it with you all today. Angela Diven joins us for the first episode of this 2-part series about her journey raising her son, Layton, who has Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 3. OI is a collagen disorder that affects his entire body, leading to bones that easily fracture. In Part 1, we chat about pregnancy, Layton's birth and his diagnosis afterward, and what it was like having a baby who could so easily fracture, even during a simple diaper change. She also bravely shares how this affected her mental health and how medication, the help of certain healthcare professionals, and finding an OI specialty center across the country helped her move through these dark times. Angela's bravery, openness, and incredible fight to advocate for her son will leave you on the edge of your seat, ready to for Part 2 which will come out one week from today. Follow Angela and Layton on IG @superlaytondiven

    55 min
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Welcome to The Mama Sisterhood - I'm Heather Evans. When my twins were born at 24 weeks gestation, I began to think about the uniqueness of each of our motherhood journeys. I also began to understand the importance of education and support from other moms, no matter how different our lives may be. Each episode will highlight one mother's journey and the lessons she has learned on this crazy path we call life. I'm so happy to have you here. Welcome to the Mama Sisterhood!

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  • Creator
    Heather Evans
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Heather Evans
  • Show Website
    The Mama Sisterhood

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