Pause to Remember Amy Pelkey, MSN, CRNA, RYT 200

Kelly Powers, CRNA and Divorce Coach, offers invaluable insights and guidance for those facing the daunting prospect of a crumbling marriage amidst the burden of losing a baby.
The episode touches on several key points:
Kelly's Personal Journey: Kelly shares her own challenging divorce experience and how it led to her career as a divorce coach.Compounded Grief: The discussion explores how divorce can intensify grief, especially after pregnancy or infant loss, and the reluctance of healthcare providers to seek emotional support.Seeking Professional Help: Kelly stresses the significance building a team of professionals including a assistance early in the divorce process, whether through therapy, counseling, or working with a divorce coach.Building a Support Team: Creating a support network a therapist, divorce coach, attorney, real estate agent, financial planner, etc.Divorce Statistics Among Healthcare Professionals

Reverend Daryl Lavway engages in a meaningful conversation with host Amy Pelkey, CRNA.  Leveraging his extensive ministry experience and role as a chaplain in a Level 1, academic, medical center, Daryl provides profound insights into the intersection of grief and faith.
Five key points discussed include:
Unhelpful religious comments like, "It was God's will,” or "God needed another angel,” can be challenged with, "How do you know?"The complex relationship between religion and grief (including church)God grieves with usUsing faith as a comforting tool if it feels right to youAvoiding isolation and seeking trustworthy support with an individual or communityDaryl's insights offer a fresh perspective on how to approach religious comments, embrace your faith, and seek meaningful support with the help of an individual or community. He reminds listeners to trust their instincts honoring the memory of your baby.  Read more here.
If you have questions or would like to connect with Daryl, email: amy@puasetoremember.org.
Pause to Remember Resources for female, healthcare providers grieving after pregnancy and infant loss:
Facebook Group, Virtual Support Group, Amy's Calendar to talk 1:1, eBook - A Guide After Pregnancy & Infant Loss, Refer a provider (therapist, counselor, psychiatrist, etc), Be a guest on the podcast, Contact AmyWhere to find Pause to Remember Website, Instagram, Facebook 
MNDFL Rx (Mindful Prescription) A 4-week mindfulness based grief course for healthcare providers grieving after pregnancy or infant loss.  Learn more and sign up on the waitlist 

Dr. Errin Weisman is a burnout coach, mentor, speaker, podcaster, and friend.   She shares her experience with burnout that began in medical school and escalated during her residency and early years as an attending physician.  This led to her feeling trapped.
The episode highlights the impact of the pandemic on burnout and the challenges faced by healthcare professionals.  Dr. Weisman emphasizes the importance of seeking support, finding a community, and making changes to overcome burnout.
The conversation explores topics like self-discovery, navigating grief, and making assertive choices. Financial concerns, prioritizing mental health, and addressing work addiction are also discussed.
Find inspiration and resources to deal with burnout by listening to the conversation.
Mentioned in the podcast:
Life coach, Philippa Kennealy, MDDr. Kara PepperDr. Michelle QuirkConnect with Dr. Errin Weisman:
Email: hello@burntouttobadass.comWebsite: https://www.burntouttobadass.com/ and https://www.doctormefirst.com/Podcast: Burntout to Badass and Doctor Me FirstInstagram: @errinweisman and @burntout_to_badassBlog post with additional information is here.
Pause to Remember Resources for Healthcare Providers Grieving After Pregnancy and Infant Loss
Facebook Group, Virtual Support Group, Amy's Calendar to talk 1:1, eBook - A Guide After Pregnancy & Infant Loss, Refer a provider (therapist, counselor, psychiatrist, etc), Be a gu

Two experiences can co-exist. Create space to tend to your experiences and the feelings that arise along the way while cultivating self-compassion and love.  This meditation is about 5 minutes long.
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Pause to Remember Resources for Healthcare Providers Grieving After Pregnancy and Infant Loss
Facebook GroupVirtual Support GroupAmy's Calendar to talk 1:1eBook - A Guide After Pregnancy & Infant LossRefer a provider (therapist, counselor, psychiatrist, etc)Be a guest on the podcast, Contact AmyWhere to find Pause to Remember
Website InstagramFacebook NEW OFFERING IN 2023!  -  MNDFL Rx (Mindful Prescription) A 4-week mindfulness based grief course for healthcare providers grieving after pregnancy or infant loss.  Learn more and sign up here.
Financially Support Pause to Remember - Click here to donate.

Katie Cooper, MS, CRNA, APRN has a unique perspective on fertility care.  Not only did she donate her eggs to a family in her 20s, she now specializes in fertility anesthesia.
Listen to our conversation as we cover:
Tips to optimize your health in preparation for infertility treatmentsSuggestions and questions to ask when researching a fertility clinicFinancial considerationsAnesthesia for fertility treatmentsPersonal experience with miscarriageABC News segment about four families going through infertility care.  One family received treatment where Katie works (you can see Katie at 10:15).Here is Katie's contact information:
Website: www.CRNAACLS.comContact Katie hereKatie's email address is: kcoopercrna@gmail.com 
Pause to Remember Resources for Healthcare Providers Grieving After Pregnancy and Infant Loss
Facebook Group, Virtual Support Group, Amy's Calendar to talk 1:1, eBook - A Guide After Pregnancy & Infant Loss, Refer a provider (therapist, counselor, psychiatrist, etc), Be a guest on the podcast, Contact AmyWhere to find Pause to Remember Website, Instagram, Facebook 
NEW OFFERING IN 2023!  -  MNDFL Rx (Mindful Prescription) A 4-week mindfulness based grief course for healthcare providers grieving after pregnancy or infant loss.  Learn more and sign up here.
Financially Support Pause to Remember - Click 

Chelsey Herzig, CRNA works in a critical access hospital in Minnesota.  She talks about her daughter, Brynn, and the impact losing her has made in her life including her career and marriage.
Some of the things discussed include:
Infertility treatmentProcess of diagnosing Brynn with a life limiting diagnosis (included a fetal MRI)Decision to terminate the pregnancy in a larger facility with more resourcesAnticipatory grievingExperience of labor induction at ~21 weeksSpecial urn made from a woman on Etsy (click here)Maternity leave before gradually re-entering the operating roomImpact of infertility and loss on Chelsey's marriageTherapyFreezing eggsPause to Remember Information
Pause to Remember Resources for Healthcare Providers Grieving After Pregnancy and Infant Loss
Facebook Group, Virtual Support Group, Amy's Calendar to talk 1:1, eBook - A Guide After Pregnancy & Infant Loss, Refer a provider (therapist, counselor, psychiatrist, etc), Be a guest on the podcast, Contact AmyWhere to find Pause to Remember Website, Instagram, Facebook 
NEW OFFERING IN 2023!  -  MNDFL Rx (Mindful Prescription) A 4-week mindfulness based grief course for healthcare providers grieving after pregnancy or infant loss.  Learn more and sign up here.
Financially Support Pause to Remember - Click here to donate.
Music credit: Fractal of Light,