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78: Navigating Pregnancy After Loss with Humor and Healing
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In this episode, we speak with Aspen, a clinical social worker who shares her personal and professional insights on pregnancy after infant loss. Aspen discusses her journey from losing her first child, Otis, to pregnancy with her rainbow baby, Lenara, offering both emotional support and practical advice for those on a similar path.
Key Points
- Aspen's background in clinical social work and linguistics
- The loss of her first child, Otis, shortly after birth
- The decision to try for another pregnancy
- Coping strategies during subsequent pregnancy
- The role of dark humor in grief
- Balancing fear and hope during pregnancy after loss
- Professional insights on therapy and self-care
- Starting a specialized private practice for pregnancy and infant loss
Notable Quotes
[00:15:30] "I don't think I'm done. I don't think that I can walk away from this and not try again."
[00:27:45] "It's okay to do that. Human life... we all have our own stories and part of it is learning how to deal with other people's stories."
[00:38:20] "What you're doing in those moments is taking the power back rather than letting the thoughts and emotions control you."
[00:52:10] "There's no right or wrong way to grieve or navigate pregnancy after loss. Your journey is unique, and it's okay to approach it in whatever way feels right for you."
Timestamps
00:00:00 - Introduction and Aspen's background
00:05:30 - The story of Otis's birth and loss
00:15:30 - Decision to try for another pregnancy
00:22:45 - Navigating pregnancy after loss
00:30:15 - Coping strategies and the role of dark humor
00:38:20 - Managing anxiety and intrusive thoughts
00:45:30 - Bonding with rainbow baby Lenara
00:52:10 - Professional insights and starting a specialized practice
01:00:00 - Closing thoughts and resources
Resources Mentioned
- Instagram: @thetherapistinmyhead
- Instagram: @keepgoingmentalhealth
- Yoga for grief and healing
https://www.jennifersenn.com/couples
Tthe loss of a baby while maintaining a connection with your partner is an incredibly challenging experience. This guide aims to help you navigate grieving as a couple. It will provide insights into how you and your partner may be processing your loss individually and as a unit, offering strategies for open communication and ensuring your relationship remains strong during this challenging period.
WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!
Join my Private Facebook Group Navigating Baby Loss- Support for Stillbirth Moms
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