Finding Hope After Loss | Hope in Infertility and Pregnancy Loss

Can grief cause burnout? When you're navigating pregnancy loss while trying to keep up with work, parenting, relationships, and everyday responsibilities, the emotional exhaustion can become overwhelming.In this short solo episode of Finding Hope After Loss, we're talking about grief after pregnancy loss, grief after miscarriage, burnout, emotional exhaustion, and the mental health impact of losing a baby. We explore why grief can feel so draining after miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, even months or years later, and how the pressure to keep functioning can leave you feeling like you have nothing left to give.Whether you're coping with pregnancy loss, struggling with grief and burnout, or simply feeling overwhelmed by everything life demands, this episode is a reminder that you don't have to wait until you're completely exhausted to deserve rest and support.Finding hope after loss doesn't mean being strong every day. Sometimes it means recognizing when you need to slow down and remembering that your needs matter, too.

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month—a time that can bring comfort, connection, grief, and a lot of complicated emotions for parents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.In this short solo episode of Finding Hope After Loss, we talk about the pressure that can come with Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, October 15th, and the Wave of Light. Whether you want to share your baby's story, say their name, light a candle, attend an event, or quietly step away and protect your heart, there is no right way to participate.Grief after pregnancy and infant loss looks different for everyone, and it can change from year to year. However you choose to remember and honor your baby this October, what feels right for you is enough.

What does healing after pregnancy loss actually look like? Finding hope after miscarriage, stillbirth, or pregnancy loss doesn't mean reaching a point where you're suddenly okay with what happened—or that you stop missing your baby.In this short solo episode of Finding Hope After Loss, we talk about grief after pregnancy loss, the pressure to “move on,” and why having a hard day months or even years later doesn't mean you're going backward. You can experience joy, build a life you love, and still wish your baby were here.Healing doesn't have to mean leaving your baby behind. Sometimes it's learning how to carry grief and hope at the same time.

Pregnancy loss doesn't only change the way you see pregnancy, grief, and the future—it often changes your relationships as well.In this solo episode of Finding Hope After Loss, we're talking about the complicated ways miscarriage and pregnancy loss can affect friendships, family relationships, and your relationship with your partner. From the people who don't show up the way you expected to navigating pregnancy announcements and baby showers, grief can change how you connect with the people around you.We also talk about setting boundaries, feeling left behind, supporting someone after pregnancy loss, and finding connection with other loss parents who understand. Whether you're coping with miscarriage, recurrent pregnancy loss, infertility, or navigating pregnancy after loss, this is a conversation about relationships, grief, and finding hope when life—and the people around you—may feel different after loss.

What is the mental health impact of early pregnancy loss and miscarriage—and how long can that impact last? New research examining pregnancy loss before 24 weeks brings together evidence from 18 systematic reviews, 379 studies, and nearly 192,000 people.In this solo episode of Finding Hope After Loss, I break down what the research found about grief after miscarriage, miscarriage grief, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and the emotional impact of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and molar pregnancy. We also talk about invisible loss, disenfranchised grief, why early pregnancy loss is so often minimized, and how pregnancy loss can change the way someone views themselves and future pregnancies.Whether you're coping with pregnancy loss, navigating pregnancy after loss, supporting someone after an early miscarriage, or trying to understand your own grief, this episode offers research-backed insight, validation, and a conversation about finding hope while still honoring your loss.

What role can genetics play when you're planning for a future pregnancy—and how does genetic testing compare to embryo testing during IVF?In this episode of Finding Hope After Loss, I sit down with the founders of Reticular to talk about the evolving science of genetics, fertility, and pregnancy loss. We discuss genetic testing before pregnancy, genetic factors related to embryo viability, and how Reticular's approach differs from embryo genetic testing during IVF, including PGT-A.We also talk about what these different types of testing can and cannot tell you, who may want to consider genetic testing, and how having more information can help individuals and couples make informed decisions as they navigate infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, IVF, or trying to conceive after loss.This conversation offers a closer look at reproductive genetics and the options available for families looking toward a future pregnancy while navigating grief, healing, and finding hope after loss.

After experiencing an early miscarriage, Amy found herself pregnant again and hopeful for the future. But when unexpected pregnancy complications changed everything, she and her family faced the unimaginable loss of their daughter, Maria.In this heartfelt conversation, Amy shares her journey through miscarriage, pregnancy loss, neonatal loss, and the grief that followed. Together, we talk about mental health after loss, the resilience it takes to keep moving forward, the enduring love parents have for their babies, and what life after loss can look like as healing unfolds.This episode is for anyone navigating miscarriage, pregnancy loss, infant loss, neonatal loss, or grief, and for those searching for hope while learning to carry both love and loss forward.

Can support groups really help after pregnancy loss? A new systematic review and meta-analysis examined whether community-based psychosocial support—including support groups, counseling, peer support, and online communities—can help parents coping with pregnancy loss, miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, and other forms of perinatal loss.In this solo episode of Finding Hope After Loss, I break down what the research found, what it didn't find, and why these findings matter for bereaved parents. We explore the role of emotional support after pregnancy loss, discuss the study's limitations, and talk about why finding the right community can be an important part of coping with pregnancy loss, grief after miscarriage, and finding hope after the unimaginable.Whether you're navigating miscarriage, recurrent pregnancy loss, stillbirth, infant loss, pregnancy after loss, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers evidence-based insights, compassionate encouragement, and practical resources to remind you that you don't have to walk this journey alone.

The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) has released its first updated guidance on recurrent pregnancy loss in more than a decade—and these changes could impact how miscarriage is defined, when evaluation is recommended, and how recurrent pregnancy loss is approached.In this solo episode of Finding Hope After Loss, I break down what these new guidelines mean in plain language, why they matter for those navigating miscarriage, recurrent pregnancy loss, infertility, and pregnancy after loss, and what questions you may want to discuss with your healthcare provider. We'll also talk about the importance of individualized care, evidence-based recommendations, and finding hope even after multiple losses.Whether you've experienced one miscarriage, multiple pregnancy losses, or you're supporting someone who has, this episode offers timely information and compassionate encouragement.Please note: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider about your individual situation.

Grief doesn't always come from the loss of a child. Sometimes it's the loss of a person, a relationship, a future, or even the version of yourself you thought would become. No matter the source, grief can leave us searching for words that don't seem to exist.In this episode, Sarah is joined by author Justin Anderson for a thoughtful conversation about invisible grief, mental health, storytelling, and the importance of feeling seen. Together, they explore how stories can help give shape to emotions that are difficult to express and why healing often begins when our grief is witnessed instead of explained away.Whether you're navigating infertility, pregnancy loss, miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, child loss, or another form of loss and grief, this episode offers a unique perspective on coping with grief, grief healing, and finding hope after loss. If you've ever struggled to put words to your pain or wondered if anyone truly understands what you're carrying, this conversation is for you.