Navigating Baby Loss

Send Jen a Text MessageToday I’m talking about the version of self-care no one talks about: the version that feels impossible when you're angry with your body. When you feel like it failed you. When taking care of it feels like a betrayal.After losing my twins, I didn’t want to nourish or nurture my body—I wanted to punish it. I felt disconnected from it, even disgusted by it. And I know I’m not the only one who’s felt that way.So this episode is for you if:You feel betrayed by your body.You resent the idea of “loving” or “caring” for the thing that couldn’t protect your baby.And you’re wondering how to even start when you’re not ready to forgive.I’ll walk you through 3 small, realistic ways to care for your body—even if you’re still angry with it. This isn’t about healing your relationship with your body overnight or pretending everything’s fine. It’s about basic survival care that keeps you functioning through grief... without guilt.This is honest, gentle, and judgment-free. Just like you deserve.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why “self-care” feels triggering after loss—and what no one says out loud about itWhat I did when I was angry, disconnected, and done tryingThe difference between survival care, punishment, and neglectHow to separate caring for your body from liking itThe 3 most realistic, doable self-care practices I used (no bubble baths required)https://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshopFree workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journalWHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME! Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/ You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

Send Jen a Text MessageNew Year’s Eve. It’s supposed to be a celebration. A fresh start. A clean slate.But when your baby died this year, or any year, stepping into January feels more like betrayal than a new beginning.I remember this feeling so well. The pressure to toast at midnight, make resolutions, and somehow “move on” with everyone else. But all I could think was… how do I go into a new year without my baby?In this episode, I’m talking about that strange ache so many of us carry into the New Year after stillbirth, the ache of leaving the year your baby lived in, and the fear that turning the calendar means leaving them behind.You’re not alone in this. You’re not broken for feeling this way. And you absolutely can step into the new year without stepping away from your baby.I’ll share stories from other moms, a few powerful reframes, and gentle ways to honor your grief, and your baby, while allowing yourself to move forward with love and hope.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why the New Year feels like an emotional landmine after lossWhat no one tells you about the “line in the sand” that the calendar createsHow to carry your baby with you into the future... not leave them behindReal examples from moms who created their own quiet traditions for New Year’s EveA powerful reframe on setting intentions vs. resolutionsWhat to do if you're feeling pressure to "be better" or "move on"Small rituals to make this New Year more gentle and intentionalhttps://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshopFree workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journalWHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME! Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/ You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

Send Jen a Text MessageIt’s Christmas Day. And whether you celebrate or not, this day has a weight to it that’s impossible to ignore.The quiet feels louder. The joy around you feels sharper. And the absence of your baby feels overwhelming.Today’s episode is not about fixing your grief or making today feel “okay.” It’s about sitting with you in it. Letting you know that you’re not wrong for how you feel, that your baby is remembered, and that there is room for all of it — anger, sadness, love, resentment, gratitude, and even moments of joy.Christmas has a way of drawing lines in the sand. “My baby should be here.” “They would’ve been this old.” “This is not what I pictured.”And when reality doesn’t match the picture you had in your head, it can feel devastating.In this episode, I talk honestly about:Why holidays hit differently after stillbirthThe guilt that sneaks in when you’re not joyful enoughHow joy and grief can exist at the same timeWhy laughing doesn’t mean you loved your baby any lessAnd how to gently honor your baby today in a way that feels right for youThere is no right or wrong way to spend today. There is only your way.And however you’re surviving this day — you’re doing it right.SOS Coaching Session Linkhttps://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshopFree workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journalWHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME! Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/ You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

Send Jen a Text MessageThe holidays can bring so many mixed emotions after the loss of a baby. While everyone else is decking the halls and expecting you to be “back to normal,” you might be wondering how to get through one more day pretending to be okay.In this episode, I’m sharing what to do when the people you love — your partner, your family, your friends — just don’t understand the weight you’re carrying. And I’ll give you the words I wish someone had given me in those early days when the comments stung the most.You’ll hear about the moment my own husband told me to “focus on the positive” just weeks after our twins were stillborn — and how that created a ripple in our relationship I didn’t know how to fix.If you’re bracing yourself for the comments, the questions, or the awkward silences at family gatherings, this one’s for you. I’m walking you through real examples of how to respond with grace and protect your heart.Here’s what we’re talking about in this episode:What to say when someone tells you to “move on” or “focus on the good”Why people say the wrong things — and why it still hurtsHow to respond when your partner avoids talking about the babySetting boundaries during the holidays without guiltFinding your “safe circle” when your family isn’t itThe surprising grief that comes from losing friendships and closenessScripts you can use with your partner, your family, and your friendsWhy it's okay to say “I'm not ready” or “I'm not coming”If you’ve ever felt invisible in a room full of people… you’re not alone.This episode will help you find your voice, protect your heart, and navigate the people who don’t know how to hold your grief — even if they love you.Resources Mentioned: Free Workshop: www.navigatingbabyloss.com/workshophttps://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshopFree workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journalWHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME! Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/ You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA

Send Jen a Text MessageIf you’ve ever sat in a room full of babies and felt invisible, jealous, or furious that everyone else seems to have what you lost, this episode is for you. I’m sharing real, raw stories from my own life and from my clients about what it's like to be surrounded by baby joy while you're carrying baby grief—especially around the holidays.I want to help you navigate these family gatherings without feeling like you're unraveling. You’ll learn how to name your feelings, protect your heart, set boundaries, and stop apologizing for being human. Because the truth is, jealousy isn’t a flaw. It’s a part of grief. And you deserve to feel what you feel—without shame.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why jealousy, resentment, and anger are normal parts of griefWhat it really feels like to be triggered by other people’s babiesA story that still stings me 26 years laterHow to protect your energy during family gatheringsWhat to say when you just can’t show upThe truth about bitterness, boundaries, and being kind to yourselfA gentle way to talk yourself off the ledge when the emotions hit hardHow to hold space for joy and grief at the same timeResources Mentioned: Sign up for my free workshop: Practical Ways to Release Guilt and Navigate Grief After Pregnancy Losshttps://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshophttps://navigatingbabyloss.com/workshopFree workshop for moms grieving stillbirth or pregnancy loss. Learn simple, trauma-informed practices to release guilt, calm the what-ifs, and honor your baby's memory with love instead of pain. Includes bonus Grief & Guilt Release Journal.Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journalWHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME! Website- https://www.jennifersenn.com Tik Tok-https://www.tiktok.com/@navigatingbabyloss Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/navigatingbabyloss/ You Tube-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz-2MCEY5PRiF6p6VB_2lxA