It's Getting Mom in Here

Kori Frederick

Join host, Kori, as she navigates the highs, lows, and unexpected twists of motherhood. Kori discusses her experiences with baby loss, miscarriage, raising a child with congenital heart defects, and the heartbreaking decision to terminate a wanted pregnancy for medical reasons. This is more than a podcast—it's your sanctuary, your support system, and your chance to connect with fellow warrior moms. So grab your favourite drink and join us as we journey through the beautiful chaos of motherhood together.

Episodes

  1. 11/04/2024

    Getting Cozy with Grief: Setting Boundaries, Creating Traditions, and Celebrating Life

    Kori reflects on life after the loss of her son, Stanley. She shares how she and her husband navigated grief, from finding moments of joy amid deep sorrow to planning a meaningful celebration of life. Kori talks about family complexities, the healing power of crafting and yoga, and the importance of creating personal rituals to honour loss. This episode is a testament to the coexistence of love and grief and finding your way forward in the hardest times. ⁠⁠⁠Click here to submit a question to the podcast⁠⁠⁠ Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including pregnancy termination, medical decision-making, and potential complications during pregnancy. Listener discretion is advised, especially for those who may find these topics triggering or emotionally challenging. Keywords motherhood, pregnancy, trying to conceive, negative pregnancy tests, online forums, joy of pregnancy, sharing the news, finding a midwife, pregnancy loss, abortion, pregnancy termination, ultrasounds, tfmr, termination for medical reasons, grief, parenting, loss, support, birth experience, mental health, family, coping strategies, postpartum, healing, yoga, crafting, celebration of life. Links ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop the things I love (p.s. I earn a small commission if you shop these links): ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nixit Menstrual Products⁠⁠⁠⁠

    28 min
  2. 10/22/2024

    Getting to Say Goodbye: Creating Memories, Facing Grief, and Embracing Emotions

    Kori shares her deeply personal journey through the birth and loss of her son, Stanley. She reflects on the emotional complexities of motherhood, grief, and the importance of language in navigating loss. Kori discusses the support from family, the bittersweet moments spent with her son, and the challenges of returning home after such a profound experience. She emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion in conversations about loss and highlights her journey towards healing and finding purpose in her grief. ⁠Click here to submit a question to the podcast⁠ Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including pregnancy termination, medical decision-making, and potential complications during pregnancy. Listener discretion is advised, especially for those who may find these topics triggering or emotionally challenging. Keywords motherhood, pregnancy, trying to conceive, negative pregnancy tests, online forums, joy of pregnancy, sharing the news, finding a midwife, pregnancy loss, abortion, pregnancy termination, ultrasounds, tfmr, termination for medical reasons, grief, parenting, loss, support, birth experience, mental health, family, coping strategies, postpartum, healing Links ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Shop the things I love (p.s. I earn a small commission if you shop these links): ⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Nixit Menstrual Products⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context 01:58 The Birth Experience 04:24 Navigating Grief and Language 07:45 Family Visits and Support 16:50 Cherishing Moments with Stanley 24:03 Saying Goodbye 28:34 Returning Home and Coping 32:45 Finding Purpose in Grief

    33 min
  3. 10/07/2024

    Getting Induced: Labor Without Life, Holding Stanley, and Finding Peace

    Kori shares her emotional journey through pregnancy, miscarriage, and the decisions surrounding the loss of her baby. She discusses the sensitive topics of infant loss, the choices she faced regarding delivery methods, and the importance of connecting with her baby during the final days. Kori also reflects on the significance of naming her child and the preparations leading up to the induction, all while navigating the complexities of grief and emotional turmoil. Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including pregnancy termination, medical decision-making, and potential complications during pregnancy. Listener discretion is advised, especially for those who may find these topics triggering or emotionally challenging. Keywords motherhood, pregnancy, trying to conceive, negative pregnancy tests, online forums, joy of pregnancy, sharing the news, finding a midwife, pregnancy loss, abortion, pregnancy termination, ultrasounds, tfmr, termination for medical reasons Links Website Instagram Shop the things I love (p.s. I earn a small commission if you shop these links): Amazon Nixit Menstrual Products Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context 03:14 The Induction Process Begins 07:53 Arriving at the Hospital 09:53 Waiting and Preparing for Delivery 15:42 The Role of the Midwife 20:39 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Labour 27:32 Epidural and Pain Management 33:18 The Moment of Delivery 38:05 The Birth of Stanley 40:50 Conclusion and Reflection

    43 min
  4. Getting Through the Week: Medical Decisions, Heartfelt Goodbyes, and Naming Baby Stanley

    09/20/2024

    Getting Through the Week: Medical Decisions, Heartfelt Goodbyes, and Naming Baby Stanley

    Kori shares her emotional journey through pregnancy, miscarriage, and the decisions surrounding the loss of her baby. She discusses the sensitive topics of infant loss, the choices she faced regarding delivery methods, and the importance of connecting with her baby during the final days. Kori also reflects on the significance of naming her child and the preparations leading up to the induction, all while navigating the complexities of grief and emotional turmoil. Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including pregnancy termination, medical decision-making, and potential complications during pregnancy. Listener discretion is advised, especially for those who may find these topics triggering or emotionally challenging. Keywords motherhood, pregnancy, trying to conceive, negative pregnancy tests, online forums, joy of pregnancy, sharing the news, finding a midwife, pregnancy loss, abortion, pregnancy termination, ultrasounds, tfmr, termination for medical reasons Links Website Instagram Shop the things I love (p.s. I earn a small commission if you shop these links): Amazon Nixit Menstrual Products Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Announcements 02:41 Facing the End of Pregnancy 07:38 Choosing the Right Induction Method 11:49 Discovering the Baby's Gender 14:56 Creating Lasting Memories 17:27 Preparing for the Induction 22:41 Packing for the Hospital 23:59 Naming our Son 28:24 Emotional Turmoil and Final Preparations 32:41 The Call to the Hospital

    35 min
  5. Getting Ultrasounds: Midwives, Screening Tests, and Heart Concerns

    09/05/2024

    Getting Ultrasounds: Midwives, Screening Tests, and Heart Concerns

    In this episode, Kori opens up about her first phone call with the midwife and how they started getting to know each other. She shares her health journey and some of the pregnancy aversions she dealt with. Kori also talks about the early dating scan and the thrill of seeing her baby's heartbeat for the first time. She then dives into the decision-making process around early first trimester screening and why her pro-choice beliefs were so important to her. Kori reflects on the difficult thoughts around possibly terminating a wanted pregnancy and the factors that played into their decision. She also shares the concerns that surfaced during the anatomy scan about the baby's heart. The episode wraps up with Kori anxiously awaiting the results of the echo and what the future might hold. Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including pregnancy termination, medical decision-making, and potential complications during pregnancy. Listener discretion is advised, especially for those who may find these topics triggering or emotionally challenging. Keywords motherhood, pregnancy, trying to conceive, negative pregnancy tests, online forums, joy of pregnancy, sharing the news, finding a midwife, pregnancy loss, abortion, pregnancy termination, ultrasounds Links Website Instagram Shop the things I love (p.s. I earn a small commission if you shop these links): Amazon Nixit Menstrual Products Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:14 Meeting the Midwife 05:21 Scheduling the First Ultrasound 10:01 Making Decisions about Screening Tests 21:37 Sharing the Pregnancy News 23:41 The Anatomy Scan 36:39 Waiting for Results

    41 min

About

Join host, Kori, as she navigates the highs, lows, and unexpected twists of motherhood. Kori discusses her experiences with baby loss, miscarriage, raising a child with congenital heart defects, and the heartbreaking decision to terminate a wanted pregnancy for medical reasons. This is more than a podcast—it's your sanctuary, your support system, and your chance to connect with fellow warrior moms. So grab your favourite drink and join us as we journey through the beautiful chaos of motherhood together.