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The Rainbow Connection“It Wasn’t Supposed to End This Way” — Danielle Lampman’s Story of Rosie, Stillbirth, PTSD, and the Road to Mothering AgainDanielle Lampman opens her heart and shares the devastating story of her daughter Rosie, born still at 37 weeks. In this tender and courageous episode, Danielle walks us through the night everything changed, the birth and goodbye that followed, the trauma and PTSD that rippled through her first year of grief, and the long road to welcoming her rainbow baby.
We talk about:
The night Danielle realized her baby girl had stopped moving
Giving birth to Rosie and choosing to let family and friends meet her
The beauty and heartbreak of including...
2025-10-071h 54The Rainbow Connection“She’s the Reason for All of This” — Solo Episode with Kristin Mundy on Birthing and Losing Her Daughter ViennaIn this deeply personal solo episode, Kristin shares the sacred and heart-shattering story of her daughter, Vienna Elisabeth. Recorded on the 4 year anniversary of publicly sharing Vienna’s stillbirth, Kristin finally tells her full story — from pregnancy, to the subtle warning signs that were overlooked, to the sacred and devastating moments of birth, and the grief and healing that followed.
We talk about:
Experiencing multiple pregnancy losses before Vienna
Weeks of bleeding, bedrest, and the hope of reaching milestones
The joy of preparing for a baby shower and dreaming of motherhood
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2025-09-301h 31The Rainbow Connection"It Felt Dangerous to Hope" -- Siobhan Koch on Losing Her Daughter Talitha and the Journey to Her Rainbow BabySiobhan Koch’s journey to motherhood spanned over a decade of infertility, foster parenting, adoption, and finally the miraculous unassisted pregnancy of her daughter, Talitha. In this sacred and heart-shattering episode, Siobhan shares the story of her waters breaking at 18 weeks, Talitha’s birth and brief life, and the trauma and beauty interwoven through her loss. She also opens up about becoming pregnant again by surprise, navigating the intense anxiety of pregnancy after loss, and how she and her family honour Talitha while raising her two brothers.
We talk about:
12 years of infertility and unexp...
2025-09-161h 08The Rainbow Connection“Oliver Will Get Them Here” — Sarah Herron on IVF, Loss, and the Journey to Mothering TwinsSarah Herron shares the deeply moving story of her son Oliver, conceived through IVF, and the heartbreaking moment she had to say goodbye. In this powerful conversation, Sarah walks us through the shock of infertility, the devastation of loss, and the sacred ways Oliver’s spirit continues to guide her. She also shares the emotional, high-risk journey of carrying twins after loss, their early arrival at 32 weeks, and what it means to step into motherhood with grief, gratitude, and resilience.
We talk about:
- Navigating infertility, IVF, and a diminished ovarian reserve diagnosis
- The pr...
2025-09-091h 06The Rainbow Connection“All I Wanted Was to Hold My Baby” — Amanda’s Story of Iona, Home Birth, and Pregnancy After LossIn this deeply moving episode, Amanda shares the sacred and heart-shattering story of her daughter, Iona. She takes us inside her beautiful home birth, the unimaginable loss that followed, and her journey through grief, healing, and now pregnancy after loss.
We talk about:
- The joy of being pregnant with Iona and choosing a home birth
- The beauty of her 25-hour labor and the shock of losing her daughter
- Facing judgment and misunderstanding after a home birth loss
- Navigating postpartum grief, isolation, an...
2025-09-021h 00The Rainbow Connection“The Best Possible Chance” — Danielle’s Story of Early Onset Preeclampsia, Loss, and a New Surrogacy JourneyDanielle shares the sacred, heart-shattering, and hopeful story of her two children, Carter and Mackenzie, both lost to early-onset preeclampsia. In this deeply moving episode, she takes us through the shock of her first loss, the traumatic birth experience that followed, and the healing moments she found when holding her daughter, even for just a short time. Danielle also opens up about her decision to stop carrying pregnancies, her journey into surrogacy, and the beautiful ways she continues to honor both of her children.
We talk about:
Experiencing early-onset preeclampsia in both pregnancies
The...
2025-08-2637 minThe Rainbow Connection“I Didn’t Think It Would Happen to Me” – A Stillbirth Story of Love, Pregnancy after Loss, and Honouring KeelanLin Yuan opens her heart to share the story of her son Keelan, born still at 38 weeks, and the life-altering moments that came before and after his birth. She takes us into the day she realized he wasn’t moving, the surreal drive to the hospital, and the moment she saw his face — knowing instantly that he was both hers and gone.
Lin reflects on the early days of grief while parenting her toddler son, the quiet and everyday ways she continues to honor Keelan, and the complicated emotions of her pregnancy after loss with her daughter, Loga...
2025-08-191h 12The Rainbow Connection“I Was Told I Couldn’t Have Kids” — Infertility, Miscarriage, and the Fight to Feel Safe AgainMJ shares her raw and powerful story of being told she would likely never be able to have children—and the emotional, spiritual, and physical healing journey that followed. After a heartbreaking miscarriage and years without a menstrual cycle, MJ began the work of reconnecting with her body, her nervous system, and her grief. In this conversation, we explore the pain of medical dismissal, the surprising discovery that changed everything, and the deep healing work that eventually brought her to her two living children.
We talk about:
Growing up without regular periods and being told pregnancy mi...
2025-08-1251 minThe Rainbow Connection“She Deserved to Stay” – A Story of Loss, Love, and Finding Safety AgainJasmine shares the heartbreaking story of her daughter Braelynn, who was stillborn at 40 weeks due to a tightly wrapped nuchal cord—a tragedy that could have been prevented. In this vulnerable and powerful episode, Jasmine walks us through her full-term loss, the moments in the hospital that still haunt her, and the journey through postpartum grief, anger, and deep questioning. She also shares the tender and fearful path to her rainbow baby, Archer, and what it took to feel safe enough to give birth again.
We talk about:
What it’s like to be dismissed by medi...
2025-08-0549 min
1001 Classic Short Stories & TalesTHE AUNT AND THE SLUGGARD by P.G. WODEHOUSE"The Aunt and the Sluggard" is a short story by P. G. Wodehouse, and features the young gentleman Bertie Wooster and his valet Jeeves. The story was published in the Saturday Evening Post in the United States in April 1916, and in The Strand Magazine in the United Kingdom in August 1916. The story was also included in the 1925 collection Carry On, Jeeves.[1] In the story, Bertie's friend Rocky, a reclusive poet who dislikes city life, needs help from Bertie and Jeeves when he is instructed by his aunt to go to exciting parties in New York and write...
2025-08-0353 minThe Rainbow Connection“Somehow, We Lived” — A Story of Life Support, Letting Go, and the Baby Who Taught Them EverythingBrianna shares the sacred and heart breaking story of her daughter Caroline, born with a complex heart condition and an incredibly rare genetic diagnosis. In this tender, raw, and deeply moving episode, Bri walks us through her high-risk pregnancy, the decisions that no parent should have to make, and the immeasurable love that carried her through it all. She also shares the beautiful way she now honours Caroline’s memory— through her nonprofit, Caroline Cares— and opens up about pregnancy after loss and what it’s been like to carry her rainbow baby boy.
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Rece...
2025-07-291h 17The Rainbow Connection“Nothing About This Was Easy”: A Story of Stillbirth, NICU Survival, and the Baby Who Changed EverythingJessalyn shares the deeply personal and emotional story of her angel baby Camila, who was stillborn at 20 weeks, and the high-risk, complicated journey to welcoming her rainbow baby, Colby. In this moving episode, Jessalyn walks us through the shock of pregnancy loss after an uncomplicated first birth, the heartbreaking misidentification of her baby’s gender, and the complex layers of grief that followed. She also opens up about the fear, anxiety, and resilience it took to navigate a subsequent pregnancy filled with complications, including PPROM, hospital bedrest, and a NICU stay.
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Exp...
2025-07-221h 01The Rainbow Connection“We Did It”: From the Stillbirth of Her Son at 39 Weeks to Welcoming a Rainbow Baby — Courtney’s Birth StoryIn this raw and redemptive episode, Courtney shares the story of her son Beau, who was stillborn at 39 weeks, and her rainbow baby Daisy, born almost exactly one year later — in the very same hospital room.
She takes us through the shocking moment she heard “there’s no heartbeat,” the sacred experience of birthing and holding her son, and the decision to return to that same space to bring Daisy into the world — surrounded by love, memory, and the presence of her firstborn son.
We talk about:
The unexpected loss of her son Beau at full te...
2025-07-1557 minThe Rainbow Connection"This Is What I Could Do for Her” – Birth, Loss, and Love as a Mother and MidwifeAshley shares the sacred and heart-shattering story of her daughter Marigold, born after a fatal diagnosis. In this deeply moving episode, Ashley walks us through the months of preparing to say goodbye, the home birth she fought for, and the moments of peace, presence, and pain that came after. She also shares the path to her rainbow pregnancy and the emotional birth of her son, Wesley, born just over a year later.
We talk about:
Receiving a life-limiting diagnosis halfway through pregnancy
Choosing comfort care and preparing for her daughter’s death
Planning a ho...
2025-07-081h 15The Rainbow Connection“Both of Them?” — A Stillbirth Story of Twin Daughters and a Mother’s Unprecedented StrengthIn this deeply vulnerable episode, Tyla shares the story of her twin daughters, Jhene and Raelyn. From the joyful surprise of a twin pregnancy to the unimaginable heartbreak of a stillbirth at nearly 26 weeks, Tyla takes us through the sacred, painful, and powerful moments that changed her forever.
We talk about:
Navigating a high-risk twin pregnancy
The moment she was told there were no heartbeats
The trauma of birth and hospital decisions
How she and her husband walked through the days and weeks that followed
Finding meaning, motherhood, and the courage to...
2025-07-081h 30The Rainbow Connection"I Had to Come Face to Face With It" -- A Raw Story of Miscarriage, Love and SurvivalIn this powerful first episode, Parisa shares her deeply personal story of pregnancy, loss, and life after. From a missed miscarriage and the loss of her daughter, to conceiving again just weeks later, she opens up about how her faith, marriage, and motherhood were transformed.
We talk about:
Grieving while parenting a toddler
The emotional aftermath of a D&C
Coping with Pregnancy After Loss
Finding strength in surrender and support
Preparing for birth with fear and faith in hand
If you’re navigating life after loss, TTC again, or pregnant with your rainbow— this stor...
2025-07-081h 10The Rainbow ConnectionThe Rainbow Connection Trailer 🌈Welcome to The Rainbow Connection— a podcast for mothers navigating life, loss, and the sacred space in between. In this short trailer, you'll hear what inspired this space, what you can expect in future episodes, and why your story, no matter where you are on your journey, belongs here.
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2025-07-0102 min
Wild MedicineTransforming Grief into EmpowermentThis episode is in honour of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, on October 15th, 2024, a time to honor the little lives lost and stand in support of those who carry their memory in their hearts. In this heartfelt conversation, Kristin Mundy shares her journey as a doula, the profound impact of her personal experiences with pregnancy loss, and her mission to support women through their grief. She discusses the importance of community, advocacy for maternal health, and the creation of The Haven, a support program for women pregnant after loss. Kristin emphasizes th...
2024-10-1546 min
The Bandwich TapesMaria HowellOn this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I am honored to speak with my friend, Maria Howell. Maria and I met years ago and played in the Livin' Large band. She is one of my favorite singers and people on the planet.Maria was born in Gastonia, North Carolina, and graduated from Winston-Salem State University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She worked as a jazz singer and made her film debut in The Color Purple (1985). Later, she began appearing in film and television. She lived in Okinawa, Japan, from 1995–2001.In the 2000s, Howell returned to t...
2024-07-2245 min
Health DeclassifiedSuccess Secrets Part 3 - audioWe asked all our successful podcast guests this question: What is the most important characteristic, mindset or habit that differentiates successful people from those who remain average? And we don’t just mean successful in acquiring wealth, we mean well-balanced and contented. Their answers might surprise you. The timeline with guests’ names and contact details is set out below.
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2024-03-2834 min
Ask the Doulas PodcastWhat Parents Must Know to Avoid Delivery Complications with Gina Mundy.Send us a textKristin Revere chats with Gina Mundy, attorney and author of “A Parent’s Guide to a Safer Childbirth” about the important things that parents must know to avoid delivery complications.Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you!Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our Doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulasEpisode Keywords: Delivery Complica...
2023-12-1339 min
Bookish Flights: Books, Author Interviews & Must-Read RecommendationsVictory in WWII: The Power of Diversity and Ingenuity - Historical Fiction Book Flight (E47)Send us a textIn today’s episode, I am chatting with Kim Davis. Kim is a Naval officer and board-certified Ophthalmologist. This spring, she was recognized as the American Hospital Association Federal Health Care Executive of the Year. Over a 31-year career, she has served in various positions and locations across the globe supporting pandemic response, warfighter readiness, humanitarian assistance, and partner nation preparedness. Her proudest contributions have been reversing blindness abroad and encouraging diverse young people to enter STEM fields. We chatted about finding time in the busyness to read, what our teetering boo...
2023-10-1150 min
Slumber Party with Amanda JewsonKristin Mundy: The Doula LifeEver wondered about what a Doula does? In this uplifting episode, resident child sleep expert Amanda Jewson speaks with Birth and Postpartum Doula Kristin Mundy about the power of having an advocate in the birthing room and beyond! https://www.instagram.com/the.doula.life/
2020-04-2424 min
Your Inner Child Is An IdiotEpisode 100 - Short Circuit (1986) - LIVE“What is life?" It’s a question that has stumped philosophers, clerics, scientists, and politicians for millennia. But it didn’t stump an 80s comedy about a kooky robot! Today, our live 100th episode: Short Circuit. Special thanks to Vince Romanelli, Kim Wheeler, Lauren Burdock, Tylor Loposser, Caleb Mundy, Joel Gage, Andy Ellison, Dave Racine, Amy Parman and Taylor Jones for helping us pull off this live show! Thank you to our Patrons for giving us the INPUT we need, including: Jacob Grimm, Corey Cummings, Brandon Hardy, Christine in Brooklyn, HizonerTheMayor, Jeremy Po...
2019-06-0545 min