Hey Hannah: Lessons of Love, Loss, and Parenthood

Mya Rae

Hey, Hannah is a heartfelt podcast that provides a platform to share the invaluable lessons of love, parenting advice, grief, and encouragement with a broad community. Created by a loving mother who tragically lost her precious daughter, Hannah, this podcast addresses the profound grief of infant loss, honors her memory, and shares the invaluable lessons she longed to impart. Together, let's navigate the beautiful yet challenging path of parenthood, find solace in grief, and discover the transformative power of love, resilience, and shared experiences.

  1. Apr 22

    When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned: Finding Purpose Through Pain and Motherhood| E:127

    Show Notes: In this heartfelt and deeply honest episode of the HeyHannah Podcast, Dr. Mya sits down with Ashley Donegan—a mom, entrepreneur, and children's book author, who shares her powerful journey through trauma, loss, healing, and ultimately, purpose. Ashley opens up about some of the most pivotal moments in her life, including a near-death car accident, miscarriage, and a season of deep questioning and spiritual awakening. Through it all, she reveals how those experiences, though painful, became the foundation for her healing and growth. Together, Dr. Mya and Ashley explore: What it looks like to move from “Why me?” to “What now?”How grief and trauma can awaken deeper purposeThe role of motherhood in healing and transformationOvercoming fear, self-doubt, and imposter syndromeUsing creativity as a tool for inner child healingWhy community and support are essential during hard seasonsAshley also shares how her daughter inspired her to step outside her comfort zone and begin writing children’s books—turning moments of connection and creativity into something meaningful for other families. This conversation is especially for: Moms navigating healing and unexpected life changesWomen searching for purpose after loss or traumaAnyone feeling called to something new but unsure where to start💡 Key Takeaway:You don’t have to have it all figured out. Healing is not linear, and sometimes the very things that break you open are the same things that lead you to your purpose. Ashley Donegan🌐 Website: onemommashart.com📚 Books: Adventures of Snugs, Pirate Chickens Under Attack If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who may need hope today. Your share could be the encouragement someone else is looking for. ✨ Connect with Today’s Guest💛 Share the Encouragement

    28 min
  2. Apr 15

    The Simple Habit That Boosts Your Leadership and Builds Unshakable Confidence| E126

    Episode Title: The Simple Habit That Boosts Your Leadership and Builds Unshakable Confidence What if the key to stronger leadership and unshakable confidence isn’t doing more—but showing up more authentically? In this episode of the HeyHannah Podcast, Dr. Mya sits down with branding strategist and founder of Brand Studio Creative, Katie Holmes, for a powerful conversation on authenticity, empathy, and the emotional work behind being truly seen. Together, they explore how to lead with intention in a noisy, over-saturated world—and why the simplest habits can make the biggest impact on your confidence, relationships, and purpose. This conversation goes beyond branding. It’s about identity, grief, growth, and the courage it takes to show up as your full self. Why authenticity is the foundation of confident leadershipThe simple habit that strengthens relationships and builds connectionHow to navigate imposter syndrome and comparison in the digital ageWhat empathetic leadership looks like in real lifeHow to share your story without oversharing or feeling performativeWhy slow, steady growth is still powerful growthHow grief and hard seasons can shape your purposeConnection over comparison: Real relationships matter more than curated online momentsAuthenticity builds confidence: The more you show up as yourself, the more secure you becomeSmall steps matter: Growth doesn’t have to be fast to be meaningfulEmpathy is a leadership advantage: People thrive when they feel seen and supportedYou don’t have to become someone else to lead wellKatie on reaching out to people when they cross your mindThe truth about “bed rot” and disconnection in the digital ageA powerful reflection on grief and continuing forwardWhy imperfect, human-created work stands out more than AI perfectionKatie Holmes is a branding strategist and founder of Brand Studio Creative. She specializes in helping purpose-driven businesses build brands rooted in clarity, empathy, and authenticity. Katie is also an executive contributor to Brains Magazine and Authority Magazine. Website: brandstudiocreative.comInstagram: @brandstudiocreativeFollow, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who is building, leading, or finding their voice. You don’t have to become someone else to be impactful.You were created to lead from alignment, empathy, and truth. Episode Description:What You’ll Learn:Key Takeaways:Memorable Moments:About the Guest:Connect with Katie:Connect with HeyHannah:Closing Encouragement:

    50 min
  3. Mar 25

    Finding Hope in Hardship: Chelsea Fain's Journey of Faith and Healing| E:125

    Finding Hope and Transformation Through Hardship: An Interview with Chelsea Fain. In this heartfelt episode, Chelsea Fain shares her powerful journey of healing from marriage trauma, loss, and miscarriage, illustrating how God uses our pain to write a divine story of redemption. If you're questioning God's presence in your suffering, this conversation offers encouragement, biblical insights, and practical hope. Key topics: Chelsea's personal journey from a sheltered childhood to deep healing through divorce and traumaUnderstanding faith as personal ownership and the importance of spiritual maturityHow God transforms pain into growth using biblical stories like Job and JosephThe significance of trusting God's plan during unanswered prayers and No'sThe hero's journey archetype as a framework for understanding our spiritual testsPractical steps to cope when answers from God feel delayed or disappointingThe importance of recognizing that our difficult seasons are yielding purpose and fruitHow to maintain faith and joyful worship amid life's stormsPractical advice for those in the midst of grief, questioning, or spiritual drynessThe Divine Plotline — Chelsea's inspiring book about biblical lessons on suffering and hopeChelseaFayne.com — Chelsea’s official websiteChelsea on Instagram — Follow Chelsea for encouragement and updatesInstagramWebsiteEmail ChelseaTimestamps:00:00 - Welcome and episode overview: trusting God through heavy seasons00:30 - Chelsea's background: childhood, faith development, and personal hardships02:05 - The transition from inherited faith to personal relationship with God03:33 - Impact of abusive marriage, and waking up daily to prayer and surrender04:55 - Healing through divorce, custody battles, and God's transformative work05:40 - Rebuilding life and faith after trauma: new marriage and motherhood06:40 - Healing in secret: processing anger, bitterness, and God's massaging of the heart07:38 - Understanding a true testimony: God's work in our entire life, not just salvation stories09:03 - The significance of miscarriage and the "no" from God in our prayers09:28 - God's presence in trauma and the journey toward trusting His plan11:24 - Encountering God in lowest moments: miscarriage as a divine visit12:18 - The divine message behind biblical stories of hardship, especially Job and Joseph16:28 - Biblical figures who teach us about perseverance in suffering16:42 - The story of Job: worship in pain, trusting God's sovereignty19:09 - How Job’s faith exemplifies endurance and trust during life's chaos22:38 - Modern misunderstandings of Christianity based on a prosperity mindset23:24 - The necessity of trusting God's wisdom beyond our understanding23:54 - Warranting hope in God's redemptive purpose amidst trials29:02 - The hero's journey as a biblical pattern of transformation through hardship29:55 - Anticipating fruit and growth from seasons of waiting and pain33:36 - Resting in God's promise that all things work for good for those who love Him34:20 - Practical encouragement: preserving faith through pain and trusting in God's plan34:38 - Connecting with Chelsea: website, social media, and her new book, The Divine Plotline35:33 - The importance of embracing life's divine story, even when it’s hard to understand36:06 - Final piece of advice: let difficult seasons be fruitful by surrendering to Jesus. Resources & Links: Connect with Chelsea: https://chelseafain.com/

    38 min
5
out of 5
19 Ratings

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Hey, Hannah is a heartfelt podcast that provides a platform to share the invaluable lessons of love, parenting advice, grief, and encouragement with a broad community. Created by a loving mother who tragically lost her precious daughter, Hannah, this podcast addresses the profound grief of infant loss, honors her memory, and shares the invaluable lessons she longed to impart. Together, let's navigate the beautiful yet challenging path of parenthood, find solace in grief, and discover the transformative power of love, resilience, and shared experiences.