17 episodes

We are your hosts, Meg & Sara. Two relatable women on a mission to unpack the real and raw truths of infertility, pregnancy after loss, motherhood & everything in between. We’ve both experienced our own losses on our journeys to motherhood, and will be sharing our own struggles and truths in an effort to help women feel less alone. We both felt isolated and unsupported and craved a space where we felt understood, so our goal is to create that space. We promise not to throw silver linings at you or wrap anything up in a pretty bow, while also realizing the importance of hope and faith and aim to create balance between the two.

Our purpose is to create a safe haven for women who have experienced infertility, pregnancy and/or infant loss. As mentioned, we’ll be discussing our own stories as well as welcoming other women to share theirs and all the different journeys taken to “becoming mama”. We will unpack how to navigate life after loss including topics such as; ways to heal, trying to conceive again, relationships with significant others, friends and family and so much more.

If you’ve experienced infertility and/or loss, this podcast is for you. If you’re a friend or family member of someone going through this process and looking for ways to offer comfort or support them on their journey, this podcast is for you too.

New episodes release every Monday. Please rate, review & subscribe to stay updated.

Meant To Be Mama Meg Occhipinti & Sara Silk Shakespeare

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 41 Ratings

We are your hosts, Meg & Sara. Two relatable women on a mission to unpack the real and raw truths of infertility, pregnancy after loss, motherhood & everything in between. We’ve both experienced our own losses on our journeys to motherhood, and will be sharing our own struggles and truths in an effort to help women feel less alone. We both felt isolated and unsupported and craved a space where we felt understood, so our goal is to create that space. We promise not to throw silver linings at you or wrap anything up in a pretty bow, while also realizing the importance of hope and faith and aim to create balance between the two.

Our purpose is to create a safe haven for women who have experienced infertility, pregnancy and/or infant loss. As mentioned, we’ll be discussing our own stories as well as welcoming other women to share theirs and all the different journeys taken to “becoming mama”. We will unpack how to navigate life after loss including topics such as; ways to heal, trying to conceive again, relationships with significant others, friends and family and so much more.

If you’ve experienced infertility and/or loss, this podcast is for you. If you’re a friend or family member of someone going through this process and looking for ways to offer comfort or support them on their journey, this podcast is for you too.

New episodes release every Monday. Please rate, review & subscribe to stay updated.

    Meg's Birth Story

    Meg's Birth Story

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    • 45 min
    Husbands and Loss: How to Help Guide Them to be the Best Support They Can Be

    Husbands and Loss: How to Help Guide Them to be the Best Support They Can Be

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    • 28 min
    SURPRISE! “The greater your storm, the brighter your rainbow”

    SURPRISE! “The greater your storm, the brighter your rainbow”

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    • 32 min
    How to Tell Your Friends Who Have Suffered a Loss That You Are Pregnant

    How to Tell Your Friends Who Have Suffered a Loss That You Are Pregnant

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    • 25 min
    Examples of Things NOT to Say

    Examples of Things NOT to Say

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    • 22 min
    Birth Plans Expectations

    Birth Plans Expectations

     
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    • 24 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
41 Ratings

41 Ratings

I LOVE JESSICAFLSHGDVYUL SKJDFH GUDLHIJ ,

So grateful for this podcast

I know so many women will resonate & find community here who might feel alone in their journey. Thank you for using your voice and platform!

Danielle_onthedaily ,

A gift to mamas everywhere

Thank goodness for real raw conversations about motherhood. I am obsessed with this show and everything these women are doing for this space.

the.dream.mom ,

Much needed!!

Heartwarming & honest! I love these two gals and can’t wait to listen to more. 🫶

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