Navigating Baby Loss

• 123: Jealousy at Holiday Gatherings After Baby Loss

  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

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• 122:How to Get Through December When it's Nothing Like You Imagined

  Send Jen a Text MessageThe holidays are supposed to be magical, full of joy, family, and new traditions. But what happens when everything feels off—when all you feel is the gaping hole of what’s missing?In this episode, I’m getting real about the pressure of the holiday season and how it can feel like the rest of the world is celebrating while you're just trying to survive. Whether your loss was recent or years ago, the holidays tend to shine a blinding light on everything that’s changed.I share my own story of how I planned for a completely different Christmas—the one where I’d be welcoming twins into the world—and how that fantasy unraveled into heartbreak. This is the episode for you if you’re dreading December, overwhelmed by expectations, or wondering how to get through a season that was supposed to look so different.We’ll talk about how to honor your baby in ways that feel right to you, how to set boundaries that protect your heart, and why it’s okay if this year looks nothing like the ones before.You don’t have to perform happiness. You don’t have to fake joy. And you are not broken if all you want is to get through the day.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why the holidays make grief feel even harderThe pressure to feel "blessed" when you're just survivingWhat to do when you feel resentful, numb, or triggeredPermission to skip traditions and do things differentlySmall, meaningful ways to honor your baby this seasonHow to prepare for emotional landmines and make an exit planSetting boundaries about baby talk, announcements, and moreThe power of communicating your needs with your partner and familyMentioned in this episode: Join the free Rebuilding After Loss workshop on Thursday, December 4: https://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

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• 121: Creating a Life Bigger Than Grief with Melissa Hull

  Send Jen a Text MessageI sit down with grief educator and author Melissa Hull, who shares the unimaginable story of losing her 4-year-old son, Drew, in a tragic accident. Melissa takes us back to that devastating day and opens up about the shame, guilt, and heartbreak that followed. Through her story, she shows us how grief can become a catalyst for growth, and how one letter from a stranger changed the course of her life.Melissa also shares the heartbreaking journey through multiple pregnancy losses, her struggle to believe in herself as a mother again, and how she rebuilt her life, her identity, and her relationship with grief. She’s now helping others do the same through her books, her voice, and her mission to show that healing doesn’t mean forgetting. This episode is full of truth, tenderness, and hope for any mom navigating life after loss.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:The morning of Drew’s accident and how it changed everythingLiving with overwhelming guilt, shame, and self-blameThe unexpected letter that saved Melissa’s lifeHer heartbreaking journey through IVF and pregnancy lossWhy she believed she didn’t deserve happinessThe moment she decided to see herself with compassionLearning how to talk to herself like someone she lovedHow writing helped her process and healWhat post-traumatic growth really looks likeRebuilding her identity and relationship with griefFinding friendship again with her ex-husbandWhy she doesn’t believe in apologizing for honoring your childThe message she wants every grieving mom to hearResources Mentioned:Melissa's Website: https://melissahull.comHer book: "Dear Drew: Creating a Life Bigger Than Grief"Follow her on Instagram at: @melissa_hull_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

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• 120: The Hidden Cost of Faking You're Okay

  Send Jen a Text MessageWe say "I'm fine" because it feels easier than explaining the truth. But what happens when you're not okay—and you keep pretending that you are? In this episode, I’m talking about what it really costs us when we hide our pain, especially around the holidays, and how we can start being more honest about what grief really looks like.I share my own Thanksgiving story after losing my daughters and the moment I realized I was shortchanging my grief by trying to make everyone else comfortable. If you’re tired of putting on a brave face, this episode will help you feel seen and remind you that it’s okay to stop performing.We talk about the disconnect between what people see and what you’re actually going through. The exhaustion of keeping it together. The fear of what might happen if you actually tell the truth. And why being honest about where you are is not only okay—but necessary.What You'll Hear in This Episode:What pretending to be fine actually costs youWhy people believe you're "doing better"How grief shows up behind closed doorsThe fear of judgment, breakdowns, and being seen as weakWhy it's not your job to make everyone else comfortableHow to start being more honest, even if it feels scaryWhat happened when I finally shared how I really feltA gentle invitation to stop performing and let people inResources Mentioned:Join the Always Loved Club: https://navigatingbabyloss.com/clubhttps://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

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• 119: When IVF Doesn’t Work: Grieving the Loss of Hope

  Send Jen a Text MessageThere are many ways to lose a baby, and today’s guest Sarah Osborne shares a rarely-talked-about story of IVF loss—and what it was like to go from a mom of three teenagers to deciding to start over again. As a seasoned doula with years of experience supporting others through pregnancy, birth, and loss, Sarah found herself on the other side of the story when her own fertility journey didn’t go as planned.In this honest and emotional episode, Sarah and I talk about what happens when you follow your heart, take a leap of faith, and still don’t get the outcome you hoped for. From IVF shots and hormone chaos, to grief, healing, and the unexpected way our work and purpose can shift after loss, this is a powerful conversation for anyone who's experienced disappointment, hope, and heartbreak all wrapped up together.You’ll hear how Sarah coped with the grief of losing her only embryo, how she found meaning even without a baby in her arms, and how she continues to show up in the birth space with compassion and resilience.Whether you’ve experienced IVF loss, pregnancy loss, or any other dream-that-didn’t-happen kind of heartbreak—this one will speak to your soul.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How it feels to go through IVF after a full family and a vasectomy reversalThe reality of having "just one" embryo and the pressure that puts on hopeWhy IVF loss is often overlooked—and why it still counts as real griefHow Sarah held space for her own heartbreak while still supporting others in birthWhy grief doesn’t always make you quit—and how it can actually deepen your purposeThe unexpected ways her children and marriage were impacted by the journeyThe difference between a doula and a midwifeWhat Sarah wishes more people knew about doulas and pregnancy lossResources & Links:Find Sarah at: https://www.instagram.com/theexpertdoulaBirth Collective PNW: https://www.instagram.com/thebirthcollectivepnwhttps://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. Did you know you can text me right from your podcast app? My podcast host has a new feature that allows you to send a message or ask a question and I will answer them in future episodes! (just an FYI- it's a one-way message so I won't be able to respond unless you leave your name and contact info in the message!) Look under the title where it says Send Jen a message and let me know what’s on your mind.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

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