Cry It Out Loud: Navigating Infertility, Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Infant Loss & Pregnancy After Loss

Chasing the Rainbows
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Miscarriage. Stillbirth. Infertility. Infant loss. Pregnancy after loss. IVF. TTC. Recurrent miscarriage. If any of these words are your life, you found your people. Cry It Out Loud is the podcast of Chasing the Rainbows a 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering free daily support for pregnancy and baby loss, maternal mental health, and healing after infertility. Real stories. Expert voices. No filters. Whether you are a bereaved parent, grieving, trying again, or supporting someone who is this space is for you. Every loss matters. Every baby loss matters. Every journey matters. Chasingtherainbows.org

  1. Sad Dads Club: A Father’s Grief After Stillbirth, Marriage, Mental Health & Losing a Baby

    Jun 18

    Sad Dads Club: A Father’s Grief After Stillbirth, Marriage, Mental Health & Losing a Baby

    What happens to fathers when they lose a baby?In this powerful episode of Cry It Out Loud, host and founder of Chasing the Rainbows sits down with Robby Reider, co-founder of Sad Dads Club, a global grief support community for fathers navigating miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.After the stillbirth of his daughter Lila in 2017, Robby found himself doing what so many grieving dads do: staying silent, staying strong, and suppressing his own heartbreak to hold space for his wife. What began as a raw, honest connection with two other fathers who knew that same silence eventually became Sad Dads Club, a movement reaching thousands of bereaved fathers worldwide.In this episode, we explore:• Why fathers are so often the "forgotten grievers" after pregnancy and baby loss• A father's unique grief journey after stillbirth, miscarriage, or infant loss• How losing a baby affects marriages and relationships — and what actually helps• The intersection of masculinity, mental health, and permission to grieve• What grieving dads truly need from their partners, families, and friends• How Sad Dads Club is redefining support for bereaved fathers globally• Finding community, healing, and hope after the unimaginableWhether you are a grieving father searching for words for what you feel, a partner trying to understand your husband's grief, or a friend or family member wanting to show up better, this episode is for you.This episode is shared ahead of Father's Day as a reminder that grief doesn't skip dads.Cry It Out Loud is hosted by Chasing the Rainbows, a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit providing free daily support for those experiencing infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, and pregnancy after loss.Learn more: chasingtherainbows.orgConnect with Sad Dads Club: saddadsclub.org

    51 min
  2. Male Infertility Explained: Sperm Health, Genetics & Why Couples Struggle to Conceive

    Jun 5

    Male Infertility Explained: Sperm Health, Genetics & Why Couples Struggle to Conceive

    Male infertility affects nearly 50% of infertility cases yet so many couples still believe fertility struggles are “a woman’s issue.” This Men’s Health Awareness Month and Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re breaking the silence around one of the most overlooked conversations in reproductive health: male factor infertility. In this powerful episode of Cry It Out Loud, we sit down with Dr. Russell Hayden, male infertility specialist, microsurgeon, and urologist at Shady Grove Fertility, to answer the questions so many couples are desperately Googling — but rarely talking about openly. We dive deep into the science behind low sperm count, azoospermia, sperm DNA fragmentation, testosterone, varicoceles, lifestyle factors, recurrent miscarriage, IVF, ICSI, and unexplained infertility while also unpacking the emotional toll infertility takes on men and relationships. Because behind the lab results is often a man silently carrying shame, pressure, grief, and mental health struggles no one prepared him for. In this episode, we discuss: • The most common causes of male infertility • Why sperm health matters more than many realize • DNA fragmentation, recurrent miscarriage & embryo quality • Low testosterone myths and fertility misconceptions • When men should seek fertility testing • Male infertility treatments, surgery & IVF options • Men’s mental health during infertility and TTC • The emotional burden men often carry silently Whether you’re trying to conceive, navigating infertility, IVF, recurrent pregnancy loss, or simply want answers, this episode is one every couple should hear. Because infertility impacts families and men deserve support too. Hosted by Chasing the Rainbows, a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit providing free daily support for infertility, pregnancy loss, infant loss, and pregnancy after loss. 👉 chasingtherainbows.org

    37 min
  3. Trying to Conceive: Weight, Hormones & Fertility | How Metabolism Affects Ovulation and Getting Pregnant

    May 6

    Trying to Conceive: Weight, Hormones & Fertility | How Metabolism Affects Ovulation and Getting Pregnant

    Is it really as simple as “just lose weight”… or are we missing the bigger picture in fertility? In this powerful episode of Cry It Out Loud, we’re joined by reproductive endocrinologist Nicole M. Marchetto to unpack one of the most misunderstood and oversimplified topics in infertility: weight, metabolism, and reproductive health. For so many navigating infertility, PCOS, insulin resistance, or trying to conceive, the conversation around weight can feel frustrating, stigmatizing, and incomplete. Because fertility is not just about a number on a scale it’s about hormones, metabolic function, inflammation, stress, genetics, and how the body is actually functioning beneath the surface. This episode goes beyond surface-level advice and dives into what people are actively researching and questioning right now. In this episode, we explore: • Why “just lose weight” is often incomplete and misleading• The connection between insulin resistance, hormones, and ovulation• How metabolism impacts egg quality, implantation, and pregnancy outcomes• PCOS, inflammation, and what’s really happening in the body• Why two people with the same weight can have very different fertility outcomes• The role of nutrition, stress, and environment in reproductive health• How to approach weight and fertility without shame or oversimplification Whether you’re trying to conceive, navigating infertility, or feeling stuck in the “do everything right” cycle, this conversation offers science, clarity, and compassion. Hosted by Chasing the Rainbows, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free daily support for infertility, pregnancy loss, and pregnancy after loss. 👉 chasingtherainbows.org

    28 min
  4. Trying Again After Loss: Pregnancy, Pelvic Health & Healing Your Body for Birth

    Apr 14

    Trying Again After Loss: Pregnancy, Pelvic Health & Healing Your Body for Birth

    Trying to conceive or carry a pregnancy after loss brings a unique kind of fear...one that lives in both the body and the mind. For many parents, the question isn’t just “Will this pregnancy work?” It’s also: “Can I trust my body again?” In this powerful episode of Cry It Out Loud, we’re joined by Gina Conley, a midwife, doula, pre/postnatal trainer, and author of Training for Two , to explore how the body holds grief, trauma, and healing after pregnancy and infant loss. Gina works closely with women navigating pregnancy after loss, postpartum recovery, and preparing the body for birth, helping them rebuild strength, reconnect with their bodies, and feel supported through every stage. This conversation goes far beyond fitness. We dive into the intersection of pelvic health, nervous system regulation, trauma, and rebuilding trust in your body after loss. In this episode, we explore: • How pregnancy loss can impact the body physically, not just emotionally• Rebuilding trust with your body when it feels like it “failed” you• Preparing your body for pregnancy after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss• The role of pelvic health and core function in fertility and pregnancy• How trauma and grief live in the body and how movement can support healing• Navigating fear and anxiety during pregnancy after loss• Birth preparation after loss both physically and emotionally• How to approach exercise safely when trying to conceive or during pregnancy. Whether you are trying to conceive after loss, currently pregnant after loss, or navigating postpartum after a loss, this episode offers compassionate guidance, expert insight, and hope for reconnecting with your body. Your body is not broken. Your grief is valid. And healing is possible both physically and emotionally. Chasing the Rainbows provides free daily support, resources, and community for families navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, and infant loss. 👉 chasingtherainbows.org

    39 min
  5. What Ultrasound Techs See in Pregnancy: Miscarriage, Stillbirth & Medical Red Flags

    Apr 2

    What Ultrasound Techs See in Pregnancy: Miscarriage, Stillbirth & Medical Red Flags

    What really happens in the ultrasound room during a miscarriage or pregnancy loss? And what are ultrasound techs or sonographers are seeing, feeling, and holding that they’re often not allowed to say out loud? In this deeply emotional and eye-opening episode of Cry It Out Loud, we sit down with Natalie Avni, a social media influencer and ultrasound technologist, to talk about a perspective that is rarely shared the experience of witnessing pregnancy loss from the other side of the screen. For many families, the ultrasound room is where hope lives…but it can also be where everything changes. In this conversation, we go beyond the clinical and into the human experience of what it’s like for sonographers to walk into rooms where joy, fear, and grief collide, and how they navigate moments that stay with them long after the appointment ends. In this episode, we discuss: What ultrasound techs see during miscarriage and pregnancy lossWhy sonographers sometimes go quiet — and what that silence can meanWhat they are allowed to say vs. not allowed to say during scansThe emotional toll of witnessing loss repeatedly as a healthcare providerHow ultrasound techs are trained to respond in heartbreaking momentsWhat they wish patients knew walking into an ultrasound appointmentThe most hurtful and helpful things said during loss experiencesHow to better support families in the moment of devastating news This episode offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look into one of the most vulnerable spaces in reproductive care helping listeners understand both the clinical boundaries and the emotional reality of pregnancy loss. If you have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy loss, or have ever wondered what happens from the provider’s perspective, this conversation brings clarity, compassion, and connection to a moment that can feel incredibly isolating. Every loss matters. Every story matters. And even in silence, you are not alone. Chasing the Rainbows provides free daily support and resources for families navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, and infant loss. 👉 chasingtherainbows.org

    32 min
  6. Recurrent Miscarriage Explained: Genetics, IVF Failure, Hormones & Why Pregnancy Loss Happens

    Mar 19

    Recurrent Miscarriage Explained: Genetics, IVF Failure, Hormones & Why Pregnancy Loss Happens

    Why does miscarriage keep happening even when everything appears “normal”? For families navigating recurrent pregnancy loss, the most painful part is often the unanswered questions. Being told it’s “bad luck” or “unexplained” can leave parents feeling confused, frustrated, and searching for deeper answers. In this powerful and in-depth episode of Cry It Out Loud, we’re joined by reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Ryan Martin to break down the real medical causes behind recurrent miscarriage and the critical factors that are often overlooked. This is not a surface-level conversation. We go beyond basic explanations and into the complex science of pregnancy loss, helping you understand what may actually be happening in your body. In this episode, we explore: When recurrent pregnancy loss should be fully evaluated and whether waiting for multiple miscarriages delays careWhat “chromosomal abnormality” really means, including aneuploidy vs. inherited conditions like balanced translocationsThe role of sperm health and DNA fragmentation in miscarriage and embryo developmentWhy miscarriage can still happen after IVF, even with genetically tested embryos (PGT-A)Uterine factors that may be missed, including septum, scar tissue (Asherman’s), and fibroidsHow endometriosis and chronic inflammation can impact implantation and early pregnancyThe truth about immune-related causes of miscarriage, including antiphospholipid syndrome and autoimmune conditionsThe role of progesterone and luteal phase defects in early pregnancy lossHow thyroid function, insulin resistance, and hormones influence pregnancy outcomesThe emerging role of epigenetics, stress, and environmental factorsWhat “unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss” really means and the limits of current testingWhen to see a reproductive genetic counselor and what advanced testing may provide answers If you are navigating recurrent miscarriage or pregnancy loss, infertility, IVF failure, or pregnancy loss without clear answers, this episode will give you deeper insight, clarity, and validation. Your loss is real. Your questions are valid. And you deserve more than “we don’t know why.” Chasing the Rainbows provides free daily support and resources for families impacted by infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. 👉 chasingtherainbows.org

    39 min
  7. PCOS Misconceptions That Are Keeping You From Getting Pregnant and Effecting Infertility

    Mar 6

    PCOS Misconceptions That Are Keeping You From Getting Pregnant and Effecting Infertility

    If you’ve ever been told ‘you can’t get pregnant because you have PCOS’ or ‘just lose weight and it will fix everything,’ this episode is for you.” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women worldwide, yet misinformation, oversimplified advice, and fear-based myths continue to leave women feeling broken, hopeless, and confused about their fertility. The truth? PCOS does not mean you can’t get pregnant. But understanding what’s really happening inside the body is critical to restoring ovulation, regulating cycles, and preparing for a healthy pregnancy. In this powerful follow-up episode of Cry It Out Loud, we welcome back Dr. Angela Potter, a nationally recognized PCOS and fertility expert featured on CBS, FOX, ABC, NBC, and The CW. Dr. Potter specializes in helping women uncover the root causes behind PCOS-related fertility struggles so they can move from frustration and irregular cycles to ovulation, hormonal balance, and real hope for building a family. Together, we dive into the PCOS misconceptions that are keeping women from getting pregnant and what women actually need to know if they are trying to conceive. In this episode, we discuss: • The biggest myth about PCOS and infertility that keeps women feeling stuck• Why irregular cycles and anovulation happen with PCOS• The truth about weight, hormones, and fertility• The four biggest roadblocks to getting pregnant with PCOS• How to identify the root causes behind PCOS symptoms• What women can do to restore ovulation and prepare for pregnancy• Why many women with PCOS are given incomplete or outdated fertility advice If you are trying to conceive with PCOS, struggling with irregular periods, hormonal imbalances, or infertility, or have been told pregnancy may be difficult because of your diagnosis, this episode will give you science-based insight, clarity, and hope. You are not broken, and PCOS does not define your ability to build a family. Chasing the Rainbows provides free daily support and resources for individuals and families navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. If you are searching for support, want to volunteer, donate, or host an event in honor of your baby, visit: chasingtherainbows.org

    39 min
  8. Trying to Conceive After Loss When Everyone Else Is Pregnant | Grief, Trauma Triggers & Hope with Sarah Berle

    Feb 18

    Trying to Conceive After Loss When Everyone Else Is Pregnant | Grief, Trauma Triggers & Hope with Sarah Berle

    Trying to conceive (TTC) after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss can feel profoundly isolating especially when friends, family members, and influencers around you are announcing pregnancies or bringing home healthy babies. In this deeply honest episode of Cry It Out Loud, wellness advocate and social media influencer Sarah Berle (@sarahthedetoxcoach) shares what it means to navigate grief, trauma, and hope while trying to move forward after baby loss. Sarah opens up about the emotional reality of holding grief while watching others build families, why pregnancy announcements and due dates can trigger unexpected waves of sorrow, and how trying again after loss can feel both courageous and terrifying. Together, we discuss the mental health impact of TTC after loss, setting boundaries with loved ones, and honoring the baby you lost while still longing for another child. In this episode, we explore: Trying to conceive after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss Coping when friends, family, and coworkers are pregnant or giving birth Emotional triggers around pregnancy announcements, baby showers, and due dates Navigating jealousy, guilt, fear, and hope after loss Protecting maternal mental health while TTC after trauma Breaking the silence surrounding grief, infertility, and pregnancy loss This episode is for anyone navigating pregnancy after loss, secondary infertility, or the emotional weight of grieving while the world continues to celebrate new life. You are not broken. Your grief is valid. And you don’t have to carry this alone. Chasing the Rainbows provides free daily support, trauma-informed resources, and community for families impacted by infertility, pregnancy loss, miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. 👉 chasingtherainbows.org

    33 min
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Miscarriage. Stillbirth. Infertility. Infant loss. Pregnancy after loss. IVF. TTC. Recurrent miscarriage. If any of these words are your life, you found your people. Cry It Out Loud is the podcast of Chasing the Rainbows a 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering free daily support for pregnancy and baby loss, maternal mental health, and healing after infertility. Real stories. Expert voices. No filters. Whether you are a bereaved parent, grieving, trying again, or supporting someone who is this space is for you. Every loss matters. Every baby loss matters. Every journey matters. Chasingtherainbows.org

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