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In this episode, hosts Bex and Laura are joined by community member Sarah to discuss her experience with miscarriage.
Sarah shares her journey, from the excitement of unexpectedly falling pregnant to the devastating news at her 12-week scan that there was no heartbeat. She recounts the confusion and uncertainty she faced during the hospital appointments, highlighting the lack of consistency in communication and the challenges of navigating the medical system.
Sarah opens up about the challenges she faced in her career following the miscarriage. She shares her journey of finding fulfilment and setting personal goals, highlighting the importance of self-care and engaging in activities that bring joy and a sense of purpose.
In this episode, you'll discover:
The emotional impact of Sarah’s miscarriage
Challenges she faced in navigating the healthcare system during her loss
Strategies for finding community support and the value of sharing experiences
Advice on personal growth and rediscovering fulfilment after a devastating event
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode, hosts Bex and Laura are joined by Selina Casey, a counsellor from Northern Ireland who has experienced pregnancy loss. Selina shares her personal story, describing the devastating experience of being told her baby had passed away during a routine scan appointment. She emphasises the importance of validation and empathy from healthcare professionals, recounting instances where insensitive comments left her feeling deeply invalidated.
Selina explains how this spurred her to establish the White Butterfly Foundation, which aims to provide free psychological support and creative workshops for those affected by miscarriage and baby loss. Selina emphasises the importance of creating spaces where grief can be openly expressed and honoured, rather than brushed aside.
In this episode, you'll discover:
A heartfelt and honest discussion about the realities of pregnancy loss
Insights into the crucial role of healthcare professionals and the impact of their words
Selina's motivations to establish the White Butterfly Foundation
What the Foundation does, upcoming events, and how it can support you
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Today on The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura speak to community member Laura Harding about her experience with recurrent loss. Laura bravely shares her deeply personal journey of multiple miscarriages, navigating the complex emotions and medical challenges she faced over several years.
The discussion delves into the immense grief and guilt Laura experienced after recurrent miscarriages, as well as the societal pressures and judgements she encountered.
Laura reflects on the ongoing emotional impact of her experiences, emphasising the need for continued self-care and the power of sharing one's story to help others who may be walking a similar path.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Laura's raw and honest account of recurrent pregnancy loss and the emotional toll it takes
Insights into navigating the medical system and societal expectations as a woman with existing children
The importance of support, both personal and professional, in Laura's grieving process
The bittersweet journey of Laura welcoming a child after previous losses
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Today Bex and Laura welcome Suzy Reading, an Author and Chartered Psychologist, for an open and honest discussion about navigating grief, loss, and the "ugly feelings" that can arise in the aftermath of miscarriage and baby loss.
Suzy emphasises the importance of self-compassion, validating the full range of feelings that can surface, and creating space to truly feel and work through the grief. She guides the listeners through a step-by-step "dropping the anchor" technique to help manage overwhelming thoughts and sensations, as well as offers insights on reframing self-critical inner dialogues.
In this episode, you'll discover:
07:00 - The Challenges of Navigating Grief and Loss
12:15 - The Importance of Acknowledging Difficult "Ugly" Emotions
17:30 - Strategies for Managing Overwhelming Thoughts and Sensations
34:15 - Practical Tools for Honouring Grief and Nurturing Healing
To connect with Suzy, visit her website: https://www.suzyreading.co.uk/ or follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzyreading/
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Point of clarification: Catherine developed Chorioamnionitis again with Oliver, and it caused her to suddenly go into early labour, causing him to be born early. Oliver did not have any signs of infection and thankfully it didn't pass to him like it did Amelia.
In this week's episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura speak with Stephen, who shares his heartbreaking experience of losing his daughter Amelia after 19 weeks of pregnancy. He discusses the emotional challenges he and his wife Catherine faced and the isolation he felt as a male partner during the grieving process, demonstrating the need for better support for men.
Stephen also talks about the coping strategies that helped him, including mental health tools and support from his workplace and the Forget Me Not Fund. He reflects on the complexities of navigating a pregnancy after loss, highlighting the importance of finding joy in the present while managing emotional triggers.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Stephen's journey with the loss of his daughter Amelia
The isolation experienced by men during the grieving process
Coping mechanisms and support systems for Stephen and his wife
Navigating pregnancy after loss and the birth of their son, Oliver
How milestone occasions can be emotional triggers
The value of focusing on creating new memories
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this week's episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura chat with community member April. She shares her heartbreaking journey through three consecutive miscarriages before finally conceiving through IVF and giving birth to a baby boy. She discusses the emotional toll of the losses, the importance of seeking support, and the challenges of parenting after such a difficult path to motherhood.
April explains the shock, embarrassment, debilitating anxiety and panic attacks she experienced following her miscarriage. Through the support of her manager and GP, she came to understand that she was grieving and sought out group therapy and journaling to process her emotions.
The gang also discusses feeling bitter towards those who appear to be “luckier” than you, and the importance of having a space to explore these emotions safely.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Why it took April so long to recognise the issues her and her partner were having
How they eventually overcame their fertility struggles
The importance of finding community
The value of having a space to express your negative emotions
Why not all the memories of unsuccessful pregnancies are negative
If you’d like your own copy of April’s Miscarriage Journal, you can get it at https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MiscarriageJournal
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this week's episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura chat with community member Amy about her personal story of miscarriage after an unexpected pregnancy early in her relationship. She describes the difficult decision to have a medical abortion, the grief and pain she experienced, and the challenges of navigating this in a new relationship.
Following a subsequent missed miscarriage, Amy is pursuing medical avenues to understand her fertility struggles. She also discusses her coping strategies, including acupuncture and running, as well as the challenges of navigating her personal situation in a male-dominated workplace.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Amy’s personal experience with an unexpected pregnancy and deciding to have a medical abortion
Her fertility treatment and mix of emotions as she continues to navigate her fertility struggles
The challenges of navigating her personal situation in a male-dominated workplace
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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This episode features a powerful conversation with Tom de Freston, a published author who has written about the devastating experience of miscarriage and baby loss. Tom shares his and his wife Kiran’s personal journey, including the loss of twins and a subsequent ectopic pregnancy.
He describes the lack of adequate information and support they received, as well as the emotional toll the experiences took on their relationship. From heartbreaking separations due to the Covid-19 pandemic, to ignorant comments from medical professionals, Tom articulates the experiences of far too many people.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Tom and Kiran’s experience of recurrent losses
The lack of adequate information and support they received, and the emotional toll it had on their relationship
The pain caused by their forced separation during key moments due to Covid-19
The insensitive, and downright racist, language used by a medical professional
Writing as a way to explore grief and connect with people
You can purchase Tom’s book “Strange Bodies: A Story of Loss and Desire” here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Strange-Bodies-Story-Loss-Desire/dp/1783789891
And you can connect with him here: https://www.instagram.com/tomdefrestonart/?hl=en
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Trigger Warning:
This episode contains explicit discussions and graphic details about female genital mutilation (FGM) and child abuse.
In this week's episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we're taking a different approach. We recently had the opportunity to speak at a Midwifery Conference where we met the inspiring Hibo Wardere.
Hibo, a Somali-born advocate against female genital mutilation (FGM), is an author and public speaker. After fleeing the Somali Civil War as a teenager in 1989, she moved to London as a refugee. Her impactful testimonies and advocacy have established her as one of the leading voices against FGM in Britain, with her work featured in numerous publications.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Hibo's courageous journey to escape the civil war and seek refuge in London
The Headteacher of her school requesting that she address and educate her colleagues about FGM
Her personal experience as a survivor of FGM
Her ongoing efforts to protect women and girls
The steps needed to eradicate FGM entirely
Get in touch with Hibo on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hibowardere/, Twitter https://x.com/HiboWardere/, or email her directly [email protected]
Find out more about her charity ‘Educate not Mutilate’ here: https://educatenotmutilate.secureserversites.net/
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this week’s episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever we have two incredible guests who are making a real difference in the world of male fertility, Ian Stones and Toby Trice, the founders of ‘testhim’.
At testhim, Ian and Toby understand the rollercoaster ride that is trying to start a family, and provide support and guidance through the challenges and isolation in struggling to start a family. They are acutely aware of the lack of testing for men, and strongly advocate for testing of both members in a partnership.
After enduring years of fertility challenges and treatments himself, Toby used his motorsporting career as a platform to raise awareness of men's fertility issues. Ian brings over 15 years of experience supporting couples through fertility difficulties. They discuss the daunting journey of going public with their struggles and the incredible response to their platform.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
Ian and Toby's personal fertility journeys
Why they created testhim
The fertility testing options available for men
The support and guidance offered by testhim, especially around men’s mental health
Sign up for testhim: portal.testhim.com
Find out what testhim can do for you: store.testhim.com
Listen to their podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/testhim
And follow them on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/testhimltd
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this heartfelt episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura warmly welcome community member Lindsey. She shares her deeply personal journey of being part of The Gang for 12 years, including the profound loss of her first daughter, who was stillborn.
She explains the process of processing her grief and the difficulty this caused when trying again. As a therapist herself, Lindsey champions the help of therapy, as well as exploring creativity as a source of discovering happiness again, eventually leading to the creation of her book.
Listen in to hear about:
Lindsey’s heartbreaking experience of losing her daughter
The journey to rediscovering happiness
The difficulties around trying again, and complexities with her rainbow babies
The power of therapy and finding support
Finding solace in writing and penning letters to her daughter during her grief
How important the hospital staff’s immediate reaction to a loss truly is
To find out more about Lindsey and her beautiful book ‘When Skies Are Gray: A Grieving Mother’s Lullaby’ please visit: https://lindseymhenke.com/
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura sit down with community member Anita. She shares her story of trying to start a family, navigating the challenges of IVF, experiencing the joy of pregnancy, and then facing the difficult news of a severe brain condition in her unborn baby, ultimately leading to a heart-wrenching decision.
Listen in to hear about:
Anita’s experience with bereavement midwives, highlighting the support and care she received
Her reflection on our ability to compartmentalise and the resilience and strength we are capable of
How she navigated pregnancy after loss with caution, fearing another miscarriage
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura sit down with community member Ashleigh who shares her journey of repeated losses before the complicated birth of her son.
Ashleigh explains how she had repeated communication difficulties with NHS staff, difficulty getting answers and referrals, and the overly-clinical care she sometimes endured. She poignantly discusses the emotions behind trying again and the difficulty in bonding with her latest pregnancy after discovering he had a heart condition, coarctation of the aorta.
Listen in to hear about:
Navigating surprising pregnancies and the resulting losses.
Receiving a PCOS diagnosis from a private consultant after an NHS scan failed to flag the condition.
Facing scepticism from NHS staff about her pregnancy and feeling belittled before they confirmed it.
The emotional turmoil of her son being diagnosed with a heart condition before birth, and the difficult decisions that had to be made thereafter.
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura sit down with acupuncturist Louise Collyer. Louise shares her knowledge on endometriosis; the impact it can have on your body, the difficulties in getting a diagnosis, and the ways to spot that you are suffering with endometriosis.
She also delves into the fascinating world of acupuncture, sharing her journey into the field and its profound impact on managing endometriosis and helping those who suffer from it.
Listen in to hear about:
The key signs of endometriosis
Why many women are unaware they're affected
Why acupuncture can work to combat symptoms
Tips for getting the best possible care
Get in touch with Lousie on Insta https://www.instagram.com/_louisecollyer_/ or via her website https://www.louisecollyeracupuncture.co.uk/
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever Bex and Laura chat with community member Mary who shares the heartbreaking story of losing her son and the dispassion she faced from the hospital.
Mary delves into the challenges she faced with nurses who didn’t listen to her concerns, consultants not giving her the care and attention she needed, and discovering that her son had died during labour.
She also discusses the impact of losing her son and how it’s shaped the relationship she now has with his three-year-old brother and the ways she continues to honour his memory.
Listen in to hear about:
The moment Mary discovered she was having a stillbirth
How the hospital was dismissive of her concerns
The ways Mary continues to remember and honour her son
Why everyone should go to therapy!
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of "The Worst Girl Gang Ever" hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham chat with community member Emma, who shares the heartbreaking story of losing her son.
Emma delves into the challenges she faced within the American healthcare system, recounting how doctors informed her that an abortion was not an option in South Carolina due to the Foetal Heartbeat Act.
She also discusses how she is managing to care for her two other children while coping with the profound loss of her baby.
Listen in to learn about:
Emma’s pregnancy journey
The devastating realisation that her baby was unwell
How she came to the conclusion to terminate her pregnancy
The lack of resources for women, particularly in the USA
How Emma dealt with her loss and continues to honour her son
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham chat with Fertility Coach and Author Jennifer Robertson, who opens up about her personal journey with pregnancy after loss.
Jennifer talks about her difficulties in getting pregnant, even with IVF, and how her sister-in-law offered to help via surrogacy. She opens up about her surrogate experiencing a miscarriage, finding out she was pregnant naturally shortly after a successful surrogate pregnancy, and all the emotional complexities surrounding surrogacy.
Listen in to learn about:
Jennifer’s initial struggles with natural conception
The hope which surrogacy brings, and emotional complications around it
The moment Jennifer found out she became pregnant with her son naturally
How she now provides 1-on-1 coaching to women who are trying to conceive
To get in touch with Jennifer head to https://www.jenniferrobertson.co/
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham speak with community member Alex, who shares her personal experience with recurrent loss.
Due to having one successful pregnancy many doctors were dismissive of Alex’s case, she talks to us about the negative impact this had on her and how she overcame these mental hurdles to finally get to the bottom of the physical ones.
In this episode we cover:
Alex’s pregnancy journey
The heartbreaking signs of miscarriage
The difficulties in discovering the cause of miscarriages
How Alex overcame these challenges to support others experiencing them
The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Nikita about her journey to pregnancy and subsequent miscarriage. Nikita shares how it took her and her husband longer than expected to get pregnant the first time, with it taking over two years. When she did fall pregnant, she tragically experienced a sudden loss of amniotic fluid at 18 weeks gestation, which led to an emergency induction and the heartbreaking loss of her son.They discuss Nikita's experience with the medical system during this difficult time, including feeling rushed on the day her son was born to complete paperwork. Nikita also touches on how support groups can both help and hinder the grieving process, as you will always find stories that match your specific worries if looking for them.In this episode you will hear:Nikita's journey to her first pregnancyThe details of her miscarriageThe lack of explanation from medical professionalsHer experience with advocacy for herself in seeking bereavement counsellingNavigating ongoing grief, anxiety and disconnection https://www.little-heartbeats.org.ukThe Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Minerva about her experience with secondary infertility and Asherman's syndrome. They discuss Minerva's journey from postpartum symptoms and multiple miscarriages leading to an Asherman's diagnosis, the various fertility treatments she underwent including IVF and XE, the ups and downs encountered during the process, and how she manages her physical and mental health while also mothering a young child.In this episode you will hear:Minerva's personal story of her Asherman's syndrome diagnosis and treatment journey.Details about the IVF and XE process including embryo development challenges.The emotional toll of secondary infertility and ups and downs of fertility treatments.Nutrition, supplements and alternative therapies Minerva uses to support her endometrial lining.Advice for advocating for yourself if experiencing similar fertility issues.The importance of support groups for those struggling with infertility conditions.The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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