Resilient Moms: Hope, Healing & Living After Loss Teresa Reiniger with Living After Grief

It’s National Infertility Awareness Week. On this episode I talked about the often misunderstood and complex world of infertility. Many are unaware of the significant emotional toll and grief that accompanies infertility, affecting not only individuals but also couples and families. This episode aims to bring these issues into the light, offering understanding and support to those navigating this challenging journey.

In this episode, we cover:

·       Various Factors of Infertility:

·       Emotional Toll of Infertility

·       Infertility as a Medical Condition:

·       Finding the Right Support

·       A Look Back

·       Myths and Misconceptions:

·       Self-Care and Mindset

I provide a compassionate and informative look at infertility, fostering resilience and hope for those affected. Remember, everyone's grief journey is unique, and while grief and loss cannot be fixed, understanding and supportive conversations can make a significant difference. You are not alone in this.


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In this episode, Leah Judice shared her deeply personal journey through infertility, chronic back pain, mental health, and her decision to pursue adoption.

She opens up about her struggles with not being physically and mentally capable of becoming pregnant. She discusses the emotional toll of working through pain management while trying to fulfill her dream of becoming a mom.

Topics we talked about in this episode:

·       The Rollercoaster of Infertility Treatments

·       Deciding to Stop Treatments

·       The Unconditional Support

·       Research and the Decision to Pursue Adoption

·       Lengthy and Exhausting Process of Adoption

“It felt deeply personal, and it was not anyone else’s business. Trust yourself and seek professional support if needed.” ~ Leah Judice


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Rebecca Eggering, a dedicated professional who has devoted over two decades in supporting families during their most vulnerable times as a Labor and Delivery nurse. Recently, Rebecca has embraced a pivotal role as the Share Bereavement Coordinator at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL, marking a new chapter in her mission to provide care and understanding.

Rebecca effectively enhances pregnancy loss education among the OB community in the local area. Her approach involves personalized visits to the medical staff in each OB doctor’s office, fostering a network of support and empathy for families navigating pregnancy loss. 

Within this episode we talked about:

·       Using gentle language, rather than always using medical terminology

·       Taking much-needed time with the families.

·       Respectful Care by Funeral Homes for all pregnancy losses.

·       Sensitive Scheduling for women that have experienced a loss.

·       Creating Lasting Mementos with and for the families

Rebecca leaves us with a powerful message of self-compassion: "Give yourself grace, you may become angrier more quickly, and again give yourself grace." This reminder underlines the importance of patience and kindness towards oneself through the ebb and flow of emotions encountered in grief.

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Connect with Rebecca:

Email: pregnancyloss_suppor@andersonhospital.org

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Katrina Travis shares her heart-wrenching experience of loss and the resilience it took to navigate grief while supporting her daughter and son-in-law during one of the most challenging times of their lives. In this episode, we talked about the profound grief and unwavering strength that Katrina faced when her daughter lost her full-term daughter. Through her story, we delve into the complexities of grieving as a parent and grandparent.

In this episode we talked about:

·        Needing to be strong for my daughter and son-in-law

·        Making Funeral Arrangements

·        Journaling her feelings became a crucial outlet.

·        The importance of supportive people.

·        Finding purpose in sharing her story

It is OK to not be OK ~~ Katrina Travis

I thank Katrina for her courage in sharing her story and hope her journey brings comfort and understanding to those who hear it. Let her story be a reminder that you are not alone in your grief, and there is strength in community and shared experiences.


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March is Pregnancy After Loss Awareness Month and in this episode Teresa talks about the complex journey of becoming pregnant again after losing a child. It's a path marked by resilience, courage, and the delicate balance of hope and grief.

Losing a child, whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, leaves a broken heart that never fully heals. It’s a loss that encompasses not just emotional turmoil but also profound psychological, social, and economic impacts. 

Things Teresa Talked About: 


Deciding to become pregnant after experiencing such a loss. 
Milestone Moments and Managing Anxiety


Needs from the medical staff.


The Additional Challenge of Unexplained Losses

 Pregnancy after loss is a journey where fear meets hope and where women find strength, and healing. It’s a path that requires support, understanding, and an immense amount of courage.

 I want to thank my clients, the women in the support groups that I work with and the podcast guests that continue to share their stories to advocate for other women. It is so very much needed, appreciated and it is changing the lives of so many. 


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Molly Norris, and her husband Robbie’s journey to parenthood has been a rollercoaster of emotions, their poignant journey through the heartache of pregnancy loss to the cautious joy of pregnancy after loss. Their path to parenthood has been marked by intense emotional highs and devastating lows, encapsulating the fragile hope that defines the experience of many families facing similar challenges.

Despite the crushing grief of multiple unsuccessful attempts at conceiving and devastating loss of their baby girl, Indie Rae Norris, at 25 weeks, Molly and Robbie’s story is one of resilience and love. Their commitment in honoring Indie’s memory has inspired a mission to support other grieving parents and increase awareness around pregnancy loss.

In this episode, Molly openly shares about:

·       The lasting anxiety and PTSD

·       Lingering regrets, such as not cutting the cord.

·       The incredible support from the nursing staff during their darkest moment.

·       How they have honored Indie Rae.

·       The necessity of allowing time to grieve.

·       The comfort found in a private ultrasound package during the pregnancy after the loss.

In an effort to support others on this difficult journey, Molly is compiling a Personal Book of Resources to distribute to local hospitals, aiming to provide comfort and guidance to parents navigating a pregnancy loss.

Molly's message for you is clear: "You are not alone." Despite the isolation that you feel, there is a community of parents who have faced similar pain and can offer understanding and support.

Tune in to hear Molly's heartfelt story of loss, love, and the cautious hope that defines the journey of pregnancy after loss.

Connect with Teresa:

EMAIL: teresa@livingaftergrief.com

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Website: www.livingaftergrief.com

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