Tendrils of Grief Susan Ways

Welcome to another episode of the Tendrils of Grief podcast. Today, we have a deeply moving and inspiring guest, Elizabeth “Liz” O’Donnell. After the heart-wrenching experience of being sent home empty-handed from the hospital following the stillbirth of her daughter, Aaliyah, Liz decided to share her pain publicly. Her Instagram post, showing her holding Aaliyah in her hospital bed, went viral, drawing attention to the often overlooked struggles of stillborn families.
Fueled by the outpouring of support and a desire to honor her daughter’s spirit, Liz left her teaching career to advocate for parents of stillborn children. She founded the nonprofit organization Aaliyah in Action, which provides curated “self-care” packages as a first step toward healing for birthing parents and families. Liz also took on the fight for more compassionate maternity leave laws, successfully pushing for the passage of an Emergency Bereavement Bill in D.C. in March 2021. Today, Aaliyah in Action has partnered with 21 hospitals across six states and the District of Columbia.
Liz's advocacy work continues nationally as the Co-Director of Awareness for PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy, a parent-led group dedicated to reducing the U.S. stillbirth rate and empowering expectant families. Recently, PUSH launched a Pregnancy After Loss Provider Training program to help prenatal care providers offer sensitive care to patients who are pregnant again after a perinatal loss.
Join us as we delve into Liz's journey, her mission to support and advocate for stillborn families, and her tireless efforts to create meaningful change.
 
Episode Highlights
 
·       Elizabeth O’Donnell
·       Tendrils of Grief podcast
·       stillbirth advocacy
·       Aaliyah in Action
·       self-care packages for bereavement
·       Emergency Bereavement Bill
·       PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy
·       pregnancy after loss
·       perinatal loss support
·       maternal mental health
·       stillborn families
·       maternity leave laws
·       prenatal care providers
·       grief support
·       bereavement care
·       Mental health awareness
·       Bereavement support and resources
·       Advocacy for parental rights
·       Changes in maternity leave policies
·       Nonprofit organizations making a difference
·       Personal stories of grief and healing
·       Social media activism and its impact
·       Support for families experiencing stillbirth
·       Training programs for healthcare providers
·       The role of community in healing after loss
 
 
More about Elizabeth “Liz”  O’Donnell
 
 
Website www.aaliyahinaction.org
Instagram @aaliyahinaction
Facebook Aaliyah in Action
 
 
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Welcome to the Tendrils of Grief podcast. I am delighted to have Ona Gritz with us today. Ona holds a Master of Arts in Poetry from New York University's Creative Writing Program. She is the author of "August or Forever," a Reader's Choice and Wishing Shelf finalist in middle grade fiction. Her nonfiction has appeared in numerous notable publications, including Brevity, The Guardian, The New York Times, River Teeth, The Rumpus, and The Utne Reader. Her essays have been recognized as notable in The Best American Essays and Best of the Year in Salon.
Ona's earlier works include "On the Whole: A Story of Mothering and Disability" and "Geode," a finalist for the Main Street Rag Poetry Book Award. She won the Poetry Archive Now Worldview 2020 competition and has earned many other honors for her widely anthologized poems. Ona resides near Philadelphia with her husband, writer Daniel Simpson. For more information, visit her website at www.onagritz.com, and we'll include the link in the show notes. Welcome, Ona!
 
Episode Highlights
 
·       Ona Gritz
·       Tendrils of Grief podcast
·       Poetry Creative Writing Program
·       Master of Arts in Poetry
·       August or Forever book
·       Reader’s Choice finalist
·       Wishing Shelf finalist
·       Middle grade fiction
·       Nonfiction writing
·       Best American Essays notable
·       Main Street Rag Poetry Book Award
·       Poetry Archive Now Worldview 2020
·       Anthologized poems
·       Creative writing
·       Philadelphia writers
·       Mothering and Disability
·       River Teeth publication
·       The Rumpus essays
·       Brevity essays
·       The Guardian articles
·       Grief and poetry
·       The role of poetry in healing
·       Middle grade fiction and its impact
·       Representation of disability in literature
·       Writing through personal loss
·       The power of creative writing programs
·       Recognized female poets
·       Contemporary nonfiction essays
·       Anthologized modern poetry
·       The importance of literary competitions
·       Notable essays in American literature
·       Creating relatable middle grade fiction
·       Achievements in creative writing
·       Inspiring stories of resilience
·       Writing partnerships and collaborations
 
More about Ona Gritz
 
 
Instagram @onagritz
Website  www.onagritz.com
 
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Welcome to our podcast featuring Laura Donohoe, a seasoned Human Resources professional with over 20 years of strategic HR management experience. Laura holds prestigious certifications such as SPHR and SHRM-SCP, showcasing her expertise in HR principles and practices.
With an MBA and three Bachelor degrees, Laura excels in aligning human capital initiatives with organizational goals. She has a proven track record of developing HR strategies that foster positive workplace cultures and drive organizational success.
Laura is also the founder of Elite HR Connections, an online HR community that offers networking opportunities and industry insights to HR professionals. Join us as we explore Laura's insights on talent management, inclusive workplace cultures, and HR leadership strategies.

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Episode Highlights
 
·       HR strategies for employee engagement
·       Talent management best practices
·       Workplace culture and diversity
·       Leadership development programs
·       Remote work policies and practices
·       Employee wellness and mental health support
·       HR technology and digital transformation
·       Performance management and feedback systems
·       Recruiting strategies in a competitive market
·       HR compliance and legal updates
 
 
More about Laura Donohoe
 
 
Instagram @mojodonohoe
 
 
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of our podcast! Today, we're honored to introduce Tara Nash, a remarkable individual who has transformed her life journey from the fashion world in London to becoming a dedicated advocate for conscious grieving and spiritual healing.
Tara's story is one of profound transformation and resilience. After years of running from her grief, she made a courageous decision to uproot her life and pursue a master's degree in Spiritual Psychology in Los Angeles. It was during this transformative period, thousands of miles away from her familiar surroundings, that Tara finally confronted the deep-seated pain of losing both her parents at a young age.
Her father's sudden passing from a heart attack when she was just 9, followed by her mother's battle with breast cancer and subsequent passing when she was 21, left Tara navigating a journey of grief that went unrecognized by traditional therapy and coaching methods. Determined to uncover the truths and complexities of grief, Tara delved into a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Today, Tara is on a mission to shed light on the often-misunderstood process of grief. Through her unique approach, which includes Grief Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Breathwork, and the Conscious Grief Program, Tara helps individuals move through their grief with mindfulness and compassion. Join us as we delve into Tara's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into the transformative power of conscious grieving. Stay tuned for an insightful and empowering conversation!
 
Episode Highlights
·       Grief Yoga
·       Kundalini Yoga for Grief
·       Conscious Grief Program
·       Spiritual Psychology
·       Transformative Healing
·       Coping with Loss
·       Emotional Resilience
·       Mindfulness Practices
·       Breathwork for Grief
·       Spiritual Growth
·       Coping with Parental Loss
·       Conscious Living
·       Emotional Wellness
·       Self-Discovery
·       Healing Journey
·       Mental Health Awareness
·       Mindfulness and Meditation
·       Holistic Healing Practices
·       Personal Growth and Development
·       Coping with Grief and Loss
·       Spiritual Awakening
·       Self-Care and Self-Compassion
·       Wellness and Well-Being
·       Empowerment and Resilience
·       Healing Trauma
 
More about Tara Nash
 
Email: tara@tara-nash.com
Assistant: consciousgriefseries@gmail.com 
Website: https://www.consciousgrief.co.uk/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/taranashyoga 
Conscious Grief Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/consciousgriefcommunity/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_nash_seeker/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-rebecca-nash-b7199217/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@consciousgrief 
 
FREE Virtual Series: Conscious Grief - Transforming Pain into Evolution & Growth (17th-25th Feb 2024) https://www.consciousgriefseries.com/ 
 
 
 
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Today, I am thrilled to have Maureen Desmond join me on the podcast. Maureen is a compassionate guide who helps individuals navigate significant changes and losses with grace and humanity. Having experienced her own share of tragic losses within her family, as well as a personal journey with cancer, Maureen understands the complexities of grief and the importance of compassionate support throughout the process.
Join us as we delve into meaningful conversations about grief in the workplace and explore Maureen's insights on navigating grief with empathy and understanding. Welcome, Maureen!
 
Episode Highlights
·       Grief support
·       Coping with loss
·       Healing after loss
·       Grief counseling
·       Bereavement support
·       Coping strategies for grief
·       Life transitions
·       Navigating change
·       Emotional wellness
·       Mental health support
·       Self-care during grief
·       Personal growth after loss
·       Finding meaning after loss
·       Mindfulness and grief
·       Resilience and grief recovery
 
 
More about Maureen Desmond
 
Phone Number : 703-969-0445
Email :  mailto:desmondcoaching930@gmail.comdesmondcoaching930@gmail.com
Website: www.navigatingchangeandloss.com
 
 
 
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Welcome to the latest episode of Tendrils of Grief podcast! I'm thrilled to bring you today's show, which promises to be insightful and heartfelt. Over time, I've received numerous messages expressing how much listeners appreciate episodes featuring my daughter, Madison. Many of you have also reached out, curious about her journey through grief and how she's been coping. So, I'm delighted to have Madison join me on the podcast today to share her experiences, insights, and progress along her grief journey.
Madison's openness and willingness to share her story have resonated deeply with our audience, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to have her on the show again. It's moments like these that allow us to connect, empathize, and learn from each other's experiences. So, without further ado, let's welcome Madison to the podcast and delve into her unique perspective on navigating grief and finding resilience.
 
Episode Highlights
·       Grief journey insights
·       Coping with grief
·       Resilience after loss
·       Healing through grief
·       Navigating grief stages
·       Grief support resources
·       Personal grief experiences
·       Overcoming loss
·       Emotional healing process
·       Finding hope after loss
·       Mental health awareness and support
·       Coping strategies during challenging times
·       Self-care and wellness practices
·       Building resilience and inner strength
·       Empathy and compassion in grief
·       Positive mindset and growth mindset
·       Healing through storytelling and sharing experiences
·       Mindfulness and meditation for emotional well-being
·       Transformative journeys of personal growth
·       Community support and connection in grief recovery
 
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