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The Worst Girl Gang EverS9 E18: IVF, Miscarriage & Ectopic Pregnancy: Laura Gallagher’s Journey of Loss and HealingIn this powerful and deeply emotional episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we reconnect with author, teacher and IVF warrior Laura Gallagher – also known as @RoboMummy – as she opens up about her ongoing fertility journey, life after loss, and the healing process after multiple miscarriages, including two traumatic ectopic pregnancies.Laura first joined us back in 2021 to discuss the release of her children’s book Robo Babies and her experience with IVF to conceive her son. Since then, her journey has taken many unexpected turns – from natural conceptions she never thought possible, to heartbreaking losses, emergency surgery abroad, and finding...
2025-08-1137 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E63 | Baby Loss and The Unbreakable Bond of MotherhoodIn this powerful and heart-rending episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Laura and Bex sit down with inspirational guest Tara Alexis, who shares her deeply personal journey through unexpected pregnancy, the heartbreak of stillbirth at five months, and the dark spiral of grief and depression that followed.Tara opens up about the emotional complexity of an unplanned pregnancy, navigating toxic relationships, and the mental health challenges that nearly took her life. With profound honesty, she discusses faith, shame, self-blame, and the raw reality of post-loss life.Topics Covered in This Episode:Unplanned pregnancy and emotional uncertaintyThe experience of...
2025-04-0739 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E61 | Love, Loss & Strength: An LGBTQ+ Couple’s Fertility JourneyIn this heartfelt episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Laura and Bex sit down with Amber, who shares her deeply personal journey as a member of the LGBTQ+ community navigating the complexities of fertility treatments. Amber and her partner, Natalie, have faced numerous challenges, including multiple rounds of IUI, IVF, and the emotional toll of miscarriage. This episode provides a candid look at their experiences, the emotional rollercoaster of trying to conceive, and the importance of having a solid plan in place during uncertain times.Key Topics Discussed:The emotional impact of infertility and miscarriage on same-sex couples...
2025-03-2452 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E51 | Single Motherhood, Accidental Pregnancies and How Life Challenges Build ResilienceIn this candid episode, Laura and Bex return after a short break to share their personal journeys and reflections on resilience, gratitude, and the challenges life has thrown their way. From Laura’s surprise third pregnancy to Bex’s reflections on single motherhood and navigating societal expectations, this episode is an honest, raw, and heartfelt conversation.Laura bravely opens up about the emotional complexities of an unplanned pregnancy after years of fertility struggles. She discusses feelings of guilt, gratitude, and how her experience has reshaped her perspective on motherhood. Bex reflects on her journey as a single mother of four, bala...
2025-01-1337 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E44 | Groundbreaking Advances in Miscarriage and Baby Loss Treatments with Dr. SamiIn this insightful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Dr Sami from Plan Your Baby joins Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham to discuss the sensitive and often overlooked topics of miscarriage, infertility, and baby loss. Dr Sami shares his extensive experience in reproductive medicine, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges faced by patients and clinicians alike.This episode dives into the emotional and physical toll of recurrent miscarriages, the limitations of NHS care, and how private treatments and telehealth are transforming access to fertility support. Dr Sami highlights the importance of patient advocacy, the promise of emerging treatments...
2024-11-2531 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E43 | Finding Hope Together: Caitlin and Ollie’s Journey Through Loss and AdvocacyIn this candid and heartfelt episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura speak with Caitlin and Ollie, a couple who bravely share their experiences with pregnancy loss and the impact it had on their relationship. Caitlin and Ollie recount the unique challenges they faced as a couple, highlighting how miscarriage affected both partners emotionally. Their story sheds light on the complexities of grief and the emotional toll of recurring pregnancy loss, along with the difficulty of receiving limited support from workplaces and medical professionals.Caitlin and Ollie open up about their experiences navigating loss, from insensitive terminology...
2024-11-1849 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E42 | Finding Hope After Loss and Supporting Families Through the HolidaysIn this moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, co-hosts Bex and Laura Buckingham welcome Lucy, founder of Ellie’s Gift, to discuss her journey following the devastating loss of her daughter, Ella. Lucy shares how her grief led her to create Ellie’s Gift, an app providing support for parents navigating the heartbreak of baby loss. With her background as a mental health nurse, Lucy developed the app to offer mindfulness, mental health support, and community resources.Together, they introduce the 250 Christmas Hearts Campaign, a unique holiday fundraiser designed to support parents and families facing loss. This initiative will...
2024-11-1130 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E40 | Finding Hope and Resilience: Beth’s Journey Through Infertility and LossIn this deeply moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Laura and Bex are joined by Beth from Cheshire, who courageously shares her journey through infertility, IVF, and the heartbreaking loss of her daughter. Beth discusses the emotional and physical challenges of navigating fertility treatments, the significant gaps in medical care, and the isolating experience of feeling disconnected from friends and family. Beth emphasises the critical importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, the harsh realities of recurrent miscarriages, and finding moments of joy amidst adversity. With a focus on raising awareness for others facing similar struggles, Beth reflects on th...
2024-10-2849 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E39 | Hollyoaks Star Jessica Fox on Miscarriage, Grief, and Finding SupportIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to actress Jessica Fox, best known for starring in Hollyoaks as Nancy.They discuss Jessica Fox's personal struggles with miscarriage, highlighting the immense physical and psychological toll it can take, particularly when navigating it in the public eye. The complex emotions such as grief, jealousy, and the need for support, as well as the challenges of maintaining professionalism while privately grieving are discussed. Jessica's vulnerability in opening up about her experiences serves as a testament to the importance of breaking the silence around baby loss. A...
2024-10-2145 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E38 | Baby Loss Awareness Week Live PodcastIn this special live recording, Bex & Laura openly share their personal journeys with a live audience!. They talk about the complexities of this time, as they want to raise awareness around Baby Loss Awareness Week while also acknowledging the exhaustion that can come with it. They emphasise the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and finding solace in a supportive community. This live episode serves as a reminder that by embracing our shared humanity, we can create a more empathetic and understanding world for those navigating the complexities of baby loss.The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life a...
2024-10-1452 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E33 | Missed Miscarriage, Finding Fulfilment, and the Importance of CommunicationIn 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...
2024-09-2348 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E32 | First Trimester Loss, Finding Your Tribe, and Supporting the Miscarriage and Baby Loss CommunityIn 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...
2024-09-1642 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E31 | Recurrent Miscarriage, Societal Pressure, and Being Denied GriefToday 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...
2024-09-0951 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E30 | Navigating Grief and Honouring the 'Ugly Feelings' - Techniques for Tackling Difficult Emotions from a Chartered PsychologistToday 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...
2024-09-0247 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E29 | Pregnancy After Loss, Emotional Triggers, and the Male Loss PerspectivePoint 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...
2024-08-2646 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E28 | Recurrent Miscarriages, First Trimester Losses, and Validating Your EmotionsIn 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...
2024-08-1951 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E27 | Recurrent loss through an unexpected pregnancy, medical abortion, subchorionic haemorrhage, and missed miscarriagesIn 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...
2024-08-1234 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E23 | Stillbirth, Processing Grief, and Rediscovering HappinessIn 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 he...
2024-07-1541 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E22 | Brain Abnormalities, Second Trimester Loss, TFMR, and our Incredible Capacity for Strength and ResilienceIn 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 receivedHer reflection on our ability to compartmentalise and the resilience and strength we are capable ofHow she navigated pregnancy after loss with caution, fearing an...
2024-07-0845 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E21 | Heart Conditions, Recurrent Losses, and the Challenges of the NHSIn 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...
2024-07-0146 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E20 | Exploring Acupuncture's Impact on EndometriosisIn 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 endometriosisWhy many women are unaware they're affectedWhy acupuncture can work to combat symptomsTips...
2024-06-2433 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E19 | Stillbirth during labour and honouring their memoryIn 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 memo...
2024-06-171h 01The Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E18 | Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR) in a divided medical system and making difficult choicesIn 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 journeyThe devastating realisation that her baby was un...
2024-06-101h 03The Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E17 | Pregnancy After Loss, Surrogacy, and all the emotional and physical complexities they bringIn 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 conceptionThe hope which surrogacy brings, and emotional co...
2024-06-0341 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E16 | Recurrent Loss: Finding Answers and Understanding Why Self-Advocacy Is ImportantIn 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 journeyThe heartbreaking signs of miscarriageThe difficulties in discovering the cause of miscarriagesHow Alex overcame these challenges to support others experiencing themThe Warr...
2024-05-2858 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E15 | The Power of Shared Experience: Finding Answers and Comfort Through Others' JourneysIn 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 s...
2024-05-2037 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E14 | Resilience & Real Talk: Minerva Bares Her Soul About Her Ongoing Struggle With InfertilityIn 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 i...
2024-05-1336 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E13 | Recurrent Missed Miscarriages and the Power of Compassionate ConductIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Rebekah about her experience with recurrent miscarriages and the emotional impact of pregnancy loss.They discuss Rebekah's journey trying to conceive which involved four miscarriages in two years, as well as traumatic medical experiences that left her feeling vulnerable and lacking support.In this episode you will hear:Rebekah's story of infertility, miscarriages and hiding her pregnancies due to fearThe emotional toll of unexpected genetic testing results during a later pregnancyHow sharing stories helps reduce stigma and isolation around miscarriageCoping mechanisms for...
2024-05-0642 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E12 | Surrogacy and Normalising Assisted Reproduction with Keri CroftIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Keri Croft about her journey with infertility, child loss, and surrogacy. Keri opens up about her long struggle to start a family, facing multiple miscarriages and fertility treatments over many years. She shares her experience of finally finding success through surrogacy and welcoming her daughter.The episode also covers Keri’s emotional journey, coping mechanisms, and the challenges of navigating surrogacy independently. Keri's story sheds light on the importance of normalising discussions around assisted reproduction and providing ongoing support for those dealing wi...
2024-04-2951 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E11 | When IVF Fails You and Other Options to ExploreIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to member of the community Heather about her experiences with infertility treatment and IVF.They discuss Heather's journey with IVF, including her initial testing and prescription for treatment without exploring other options first. Heather shares her experiences with multiple unsuccessful IVF attempts, pregnancies and miscarriages over the past five years.In this episode you will hear:Heather's story of being fast-tracked for IVF during lockdown Her experiences at different fertility clinicsWhy she decided to stop treatment Balancing fertility treatment with self-employmentThe Warriorship is a membership to...
2024-04-2258 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E10 | Differing Experiences, Dealing with Losing Friendships, and the Value of Emotional SupportIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex & Laura talk to their old friend (and Gang moderator) Emma Hall about the importance of friendships and support throughout the process of baby loss.Emma discusses her experience with polycystic ovary syndrome and the complexities it brings. They discuss how differing experiences lead to different senses of understanding during baby loss.Emma also recounts losing a friendship during an emotionally exhausting time and how she coped with the personal struggle that followed. The gang explores how simply being there for someone whilst they process their personal trauma is one of...
2024-04-0858 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E9 | Discovering your pregnancy has Down’s Syndrome and TFMR with The Mental Health MidwifeIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex & Laura talk to Tessa van der Vord, AKA the Mental Health Midwife, about her experience with a pregnancy which was discovered to have Down's syndrome.Tessa opens up about the difficulties in deciding to terminate the pregnancy and the shame and guilt arising thereafter. She talks about the process to discover and confirm that her pregnancy had Down’s syndrome and the conflicting emotions which arose from learning that information.They discuss the lack of information surrounding pregnancies with discoverable conditions, and the incredible understanding she Tessa received from people wh...
2024-04-0147 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E8 | Taking Things One Step at a Time - a mid-season catch-upIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex & Laura talk about their experience of running the podcast and recounting stories of those it has positively affected.They chat about what they have learned since starting the podcast and how it has created a sense of comfort and belonging for its community members. Throughout their talk, Bex and Laura also provide insights to the coping processes they facilitated after living through the trauma associated through loss and how they returned to a normal state of being.In this episode you will hear:How Bex and Laura found new ways...
2024-03-2532 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E7 | Finding the Positives by Helping Others with Dad Still StandingIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Liam Preston and Matt Dearsley, the co-hosts of the Dad Still Standing podcast.Both pairs of podcast hosts discuss the importance of supporting those affected by baby loss and the grief it causes, as well the gap in support dads often receive. Liam and Matt share their personal stories of dealing with this gap and how Dad Still Standing offers help and understanding in this difficult situation. They also talk about how mums and dads have to cope with baby loss and process it...
2024-03-1852 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E6 | Chemical Pregnancy, Dealing with Dispassion and Alternative OptionsIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Lizzie about chemical pregnancy, and the dispassion with which it is treated.They discuss Lizzie's experiences of early miscarriage, brought on by symptoms of chemical pregnancy. Lizzie talks about the lack of compassion from healthcare staff and the cold manner in which she was treated. She recounts the strict medical guidelines and numerous delays she suffered, including a 12 month wait for an NHS-funded IVF treatment. Lizzie also shares the treatments and therapies she used to overcome these challenges in the hope they...
2024-03-1151 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E5 | Recurrent vs Consecutive, the Complexities Around Calculating MiscarriageIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Rebecca about recurrent loss.They discuss Rebecca's journey with infertility and multiple miscarriages over the past few years. She shares her story of initially falling pregnant in 2018, only to experience a missed miscarriage at her 12 week scan. Rebecca then goes on to have three more miscarriages and struggles to get answers from her GP about ongoing issues.In this episode you will hear:Rebecca's experience with thyroid testing and feeling unsupported by her doctorHer decision to seek fertility treatment through IVFOngoing feelings...
2024-03-0447 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E4 | The Raw Experience of Neonatal LossIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Dani about neonatal loss.They discuss Dani's experience giving birth to her daughter Olivia Grace and the complications that arose, leading to Olivia being rushed to the NICU with severe brain damage due to lack of oxygen during birth. Dani recounts the emotional rollercoaster of caring for her baby in the NICU, with moments of hope when Olivia showed signs of improvement mixed with uncertainty about her long term prognosis.In this episode you will hear:Dani describes her labour and the...
2024-02-2639 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E3 | Recurrent Ectopic Pregnancies and the Value of Believing in YourselfIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Rachael about her experiences with pregnancy loss and miscarriage. Rachael shares her story of multiple miscarriages, including instances of delayed diagnosis and mismanagement of ectopic pregnancies that put her life at risk.They discuss Rachael's journey to become pregnant after her tubes were damaged, requiring close monitoring by doctors during early pregnancy. Despite taking medications as recommended, she continued to experience complications and heartbreak through recurrent miscarriages.In this episode you will hear:Her frustration with a nurse who dismissed her symptoms...
2024-02-1942 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E2 | Early Loss from a Midwife’s PerspectiveIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Michelle about her experience with miscarriage.They discuss Michelle unexpectedly finding out she was pregnant while working as a midwife, and her subsequent miscarriage just a few weeks later. Michelle shares details about bleeding at work and receiving an ultrasound confirmation, as well as how she struggled to process her emotions while returning to duties as a midwife.In this episode you will hear:Michelle's story of discovering her pregnancy and miscarriageDifficulties sharing the news with friends and familyImpacts on her body...
2024-02-1249 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS8 E1 | Neonatal Loss, Processing Grief and the Value of RememberingIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Katie about her experience with neonatal loss.Katie discusses going into early labour at 27 weeks pregnant and giving birth to her son Aidan. She talks about Aidan's time in the NICU and his health improving before suddenly declining due to sepsis. Sadly Aidan passed away after 13 days.In this episode you will hear:Katie telling her story of Aidan's birth and time in the hospitalThe emotions and difficulties of losing Aidan so soon after his birthHow Katie and her husband coped in...
2024-02-0556 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E14 | “Going High” to Change the Fertility Conversation with Jessica HepburnIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Jessica Hepburn about her journey with infertility and baby loss.They discuss Jessica's experience going through 11 rounds of IVF, multiple miscarriages and an ectopic pregnancy over the course of 20 years. She talks about how she kept this struggle private for a decade before publishing her first book and "going high" to change the conversation around fertility.In this episode you will hear:Jessica's story of infertility and baby loss over two decadesHow writing and publishing her first book helped her process her experiencesThe concept...
2024-01-0149 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E13 | Helping People Have Babies with Rachel Sherriff, The Fertility SuiteIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham talk to Rachel Sherriff about fertility and recurrent miscarriage.They discuss Rachel's work as a fertility acupuncturist and how she helps couples struggling to conceive through natural remedies and alternative testing. Rachel explains how her own experiences with infertility and IVF led her to help others facing similar challenges. She also discusses the gaps in support from the traditional NHS system and the additional options available to those seeking private treatment or testing.In this episode you will hear:The work Rachel does as a...
2023-12-2550 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E12 | Advocating For Yourself Through Recurrent MiscarriageIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to community member Ebony.They discuss Ebony's journey with fertility and recurrent miscarriage, including her two early losses and subsequent testing and treatment at the recurrent miscarriage clinic.In this episode you will hear:Ebony's story of her losses and the emotional impactThe testing and interventions she underwent including immunology testingHer successful pregnancy after IVF and the ongoing anxietyThe financial and emotional toll of her fertility journeyThe lack of support and education available from the NHSThe Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life...
2023-12-1841 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E11 | Three Different Losses and the Difficulty of UncertaintyIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Ros, a member of the community, about her experience with pregnancy loss.They discuss Ros' journey trying to have children which included a miscarriage at 7 weeks, a stillbirth at 31 weeks where the baby died in utero, a chemical pregnancy 3 months later, and an ectopic pregnancy that required emergency surgery.In this episode you will hear:Ros describing her initial miscarriage and trying again shortly afterHer experience with the stillbirth of her son Sam at 31 weeksSubsequent early losses and difficulties getting pregnant againThe physical and...
2023-12-1136 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E10 | Overcoming Three Losses In One Year, Emma’s Incredible Emotional ExperienceIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Emma about her journey with recurrent miscarriage and infertility.They discuss Emma's story of losing three pregnancies in a year, including twins, and her struggle to get answers and support from her doctors. She details how connecting with other women through a support group and seeking alternative treatments like acupuncture eventually led her to a diagnosis of immune issues. In this intimate conversation, Emma shares her emotional recovery process over the year, including dealing with PTSD, and her perseverance that resulted in the birth...
2023-12-0458 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E9 | The Emotional Toll Of Experiencing Molar PregnanciesIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Laura and Rachel about their experiences with molar pregnancies. They discuss Laura and Rachel's journeys with being diagnosed with molar pregnancies, the treatments they received including DNC procedures and chemotherapy, as well as the emotional toll it took on them.In this episode, you will hear:Laura and Rachel sharing their personal stories of discovering they had molar pregnancies and going through medical treatments.The challenges they faced with high HCG levels, chemotherapy, and waiting to try conceiving again.How their partners supported them...
2023-11-2742 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E8 | Alternative Fertility Treatments with Marija Skujina (Plan Your Baby)In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Marija Skujina, CEO at Plan Your Baby- Global Telehealth Fertility and Pregnancy Clinic.They discuss Marija's company Plan Your Baby, which offers fertility treatments and support remotely using telehealth. This provides an alternative to traditional IVF clinics by allowing patients to receive care from home without long commutes or time off work.In this episode you will hear:How Plan Your Baby was created to make fertility treatment more accessible and less stressfulThe various services Plan Your Baby offers such as remote monitoring, local...
2023-11-2038 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7E7 | Consecutive Losses and Normalising the Conversation with Az from Sleep Through CrewIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Az, Baby Sleep Consultant & Sleep Coaching at Sleep Through Crew.They discuss Az's experiences with two miscarriages early in 2022 and her journey to fall pregnant again. Az shares intimate details of her miscarriages, including her symptoms, hospital visits and the emotional toll it took on her and her family. She also discusses how she sought private consultation to understand if there was an underlying issue after two losses and the support she is receiving in her current pregnancy.In this episode you will hear...
2023-11-1340 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E6 | A Year of Infertility and how Kirsten Hopfensperger Processed Loss and PCOSIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Kirsten Hopfensperger about her experience with miscarriage and infertility.Kirsten shares about losing her first pregnancy at 7 weeks and being diagnosed with PCOS shortly after. She discusses the difficult journey with infertility treatments for over a year before conceiving her daughter. Kirsten also talks about how writing became an outlet for processing her grief and loss, which led her to write two books - a poetry collection called "Rearranged" and a children's book "I Love You From Heaven".In this episode you will hear...
2023-11-0645 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E5 | Sometimes Things Don’t Happen for a Reason - Nikki’s Four Years Trying and the Challenges of Blended FamiliesIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Community member Nikki about her struggles with infertility and miscarriage.Nikki discusses her four year journey trying to conceive, undergoing IVF treatment, and ultimately suffering a miscarriage. She talks openly about the emotional and physical toll this experience took on her and her relationship. Bex and Laura provide Nikki with a supportive space to share her story and help raise awareness of the challenges associated with pregnancy loss.In this episode you will hear: Nikki’s long journey trying to conceive and the struggles she...
2023-10-3039 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E4 | Turner Syndrome and its impact on fertility with ColletteIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Collette, a member of the community about her experience with Turner Syndrome and fertility struggles.They discuss how Collette was diagnosed with Turner Syndrome at a young age and how it affected her fertility. Collette talks about going through various rounds of IVF treatment with donor eggs and ultimately experiencing unsuccessful transfers, dealing with the emotional toll of multiple losses and grieving processes over many years as she tried to start a family.In this episode you will hear:When Collette was diagnosed with...
2023-10-2337 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E3 | Healthcare Hardships, Adenomyosis, and the Impact on Partners with Rebecca ScottIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Rebecca Scott about her experiences with fertility issues and miscarriages over the past two years.Rebecca details her two miscarriages and the various medical tests and treatments she has undergone, including ovulation induction, IVF attempts, and being diagnosed with conditions like adenomyosis. She discusses the emotional toll this has taken on her and her partner. Rebecca also talks about starting a hairdressing business to support other women undergoing fertility treatments by offering home services at a discounted rate so they have someone who understands...
2023-10-1650 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E2 | The Power of Friendship through Loss and Infertility with Charlotte & Becky*** TRIGGER WARNING - PREGNANCY & PARENTING ***In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Charlotte Crowder & Becky Gleeson about their experiences with fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, and how their friendship has helped them navigate these difficult journeys. Charlotte and Becky open up about Charlotte's stillbirth experience and Becky's struggles with infertility, as well as how they supported each other through pregnancies, miscarriages, and beyond.In this episode you will hear: How did Charlotte cope with the stillbirth of her sonThe challenges Becky faced with infertilityHow Charlotte felt during her pregnancy after lossBecky's experience w...
2023-10-0936 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS7 E1 | Recurrent Loss, Endometriosis, and the Long Road to IVF with Becky RyanIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Becky Ryan about her journey with infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss.Becky shares her story of having five miscarriages over the past four years and her recent diagnosis of endometriosis. She discusses the various medical interventions she has tried and her current plans to undergo IVF treatment while waiting for surgery. Becky opens up about her physical and emotional experiences with loss, as well as how she has found acceptance after many difficult years of trying to conceive.In this episode you will hear...
2023-10-0243 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverTWGGE Minis E7 | Self-care and the 2-Week WaitIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever podcast, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham discuss self-care tips for dealing with the stress of the two week wait after ovulation when trying to get pregnant.They explain how the two week wait can be a time of obsessive symptom spotting and feeling out of control as you wait to find out if you were successful in this cycle. “Distracting activities”, maintaining healthy habits of exercise, nutrition and sleep, and connecting with others are ways to manage anxiety during this period. Bex and Laura also emphasise the importance of self-awareness and...
2023-09-1127 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverTWGGE Minis E6 | Guilt and ShameIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk about guilt and shame around baby loss and miscarriage. They discuss feeling ashamed of their bodies and feeling like they have let themselves and their partners down. Laura talks about feeling embarrassed telling people about her miscarriages. They talk about feeling guilty when getting pregnant again after loss and feeling like they are replacing the lost baby. Bex shares how her mother's words helped her change her perspective on her body after loss. They also talk about the difficult emotions around loss that are often n...
2023-09-0430 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverTWGGE Minis E5 | Trying to ConceiveIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk about the difficulties of trying to conceive. They share deeply personal stories of irregular periods, the emotional toll of testing and not getting pregnant, and how it impacted their self-confidence over many years. Bex & Laura discuss the pressure they put on themselves to conceive at a certain time or with a particular age gap. They also open up about the added trauma of trying to conceive after a loss, and the confusing feelings that come with seeing a positive pregnancy test again. They hope sharing th...
2023-08-2840 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverTWGGE Minis E4 | Pregnancy After Loss***TRIGGER WARNING TALK OF PREGNANCY*** In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk about their experiences with pregnancy after loss.They discuss the differences between their pregnancies before experiencing loss compared to afterwards, explaining how subsequent pregnancies were filled with much more anxiety.Laura details her pregnancies that resulted in losses. They provide advice on controlling the things you can during high-risk pregnancies, like focusing on nutrition, rest, light exercise and avoiding triggers. They also touch on "scanxiety" and the fear of learning bad news at appointments.In this episode you will hear: Co...
2023-08-2134 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverTWGGE Minis E3 | Navigating Work and CareersIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk about the challenges faced when dealing with loss and fertility issues in the workplace. They share personal stories, like Bex’s experience as a wedding photographer struggling to balance her booked schedule with the difficulties she faced conceiving. Laura and Bex highlight the need for sensitivity and support in the workplace. They explore the delicate balance of returning to work after baby loss and the necessity of proper support from workplaces. They share stories of triggers in professional environments as well as highlight the significance of e...
2023-08-1437 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverTWGGE Minis E2 | Friends, Family and RelationshipsToday on The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham are continuing their mini-series of topics requested by the community. In this episode, they speak on the importance of relationships and friendships when you are suffering from the loss of a baby.The conversation touches on the significance of having a sense of self and the importance of maintaining friendships when going through difficult times. They discuss the pressure of dealing with parents who avoid talking about miscarriage and baby loss, as well as how to handle the shock of not getting the support needed from friends. Bex s...
2023-08-0731 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverTWGGE Minis E1 | Parenting After Loss*** TRIGGER WARNING: PREGNANCY & PARENTING ***Today on The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham are starting a mini-series of topics requested by the community. In this episode they talk about the emotional journey of parenting after loss. They address the anxieties surrounding parenting and the fear of losing a child again, grappling with postpartum trauma and psychosis, and the overwhelming worry of experiencing mental health problems. Laura & Bex discuss the challenges of balancing sleep, feeding routines, and the stigma around choosing not to breastfeed and the pressure society places on mothers. They talk about their experience with survivor's gu...
2023-07-3136 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E19 | Season Finalé Catch Up with Bex and Laura - You Are Not AloneTRIGGER WARNING - Birth and motherhood mentioned brieflyIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham cover a wide range of topics close to their hearts.They emphasise the importance of focusing on what you have rather than fixating on your current circumstances, and the dangers of comparing yourself to others. They speak on the significance of setting boundaries and having confidence and also explore the challenges of pregnancy after loss and the impact of triggers on emotional well-being. Reflecting on their own journeys, they discuss contraception options and announce the upcoming release of the...
2023-06-2630 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E18 | Tommy’s and Tackling Racism with Ria Clarke, aka The Doctor MummyIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Ria Clarke, also known as the Dr Mummy. Ria Clarke is deeply involved in the work of Tommy's, a prominent charity focused on researching baby loss. She discusses her motivations for engaging in this crucial work and why she specifically chose to collaborate with Tommy's. As an ambassador for the organisation, Ria sheds light on the evolution Tommy's has undergone in the last 10 years. They explore the voices that are often overlooked and the institutionalised racism problem within healthcare. Ria emphasises the need for ch...
2023-06-1943 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E17 | Preterm Labour and Knowing You Aren’t Alone with Kate MorganIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Kate Morgan about her journey of motherhood, filled with both joy and heartbreak. Kate shares her experiences, starting with the moment she discovered she was pregnant and the rollercoaster ride that followed, including going through IVF in 2022. She talks about the anxiety-inducing 20-week anatomy scan, where she felt a sense of loss. The poor treatment the doctor gave her only added to her distress. She vividly describes the night before, when her son fell ill, and the subsequent realisation that something was terribly wrong. Sh...
2023-06-1242 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E16 | Same-Sex Pregnancy and Miscarriage with Jules and JessIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Jules & Jess about their journey through fertility.Jules and Jess are a same-sex couple who have been through a lot of difficulty while trying to conceive. They have experienced repeated baby loss, and have had to deal with the emotional and physical challenges of IVF.Jules and Jess talk about the highs and lows of their journey, as well as offer advice to other couples who are going through the same thing.In this episode you will hear: How Jules and Jess felt when t...
2023-06-0557 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E15 | The Power of Self-Care and Resilience with Jennifer ReefeIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Jennifer Reefe, who opens up about her deeply personal experience of baby loss. Jennifer emphasises that no one's narrative of motherhood should end with the devastating words, "no heartbeat." The conversation goes into why people often remain silent about miscarriage, highlighting the overwhelming grief that is often dismissed as normal. Jennifer advocates for prioritising self-care and self-love, challenging the notion that being selfish means putting oneself first. She also discusses the power of resilience, teaching self-esteem and self-worth, and the long and difficult journey i...
2023-05-2945 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E14 | How Woeful Care Led To The Creation Of The GLOMAMA Awards with Agnes AgyepongIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Agnes Agyepong, CEO of The Global Black Maternal Health Institute, founder of The GLOMAMA Awards, and mother of three.Agnes shares the struggle of not being listened to in the hospital and the challenge of articulating what happened. Agnes breaks down the 24 hours of negligence she endured throughout her pregnancy and emphasises the importance of being able to verbalise her experience. Agnes speaks about the multifaceted nature of black maternal health and the disparities that exist highlighting the urgent need for a change to b...
2023-05-2242 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E13 | Caesarean Scar Ectopic and Finding Time For GriefIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Elaine. Elaine shares how her first pregnancy was and how she experienced a miscarriage due to an ectopic pregnancy. She talks about her struggle to get information from the hospital and finding support online. Elaine discusses how she managed her time with her husband during the four days of grief and coped with the surgery that followed. She emphasises the importance of asking the right questions and grieving for the loss of her baby. Despite the difficult experience, Elaine feels stronger and wants to h...
2023-05-1537 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E12 | Early Loss and The Importance Of Sharing Your Feelings with Natalie FletcherIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham talk to Natalie Fletcher about her struggles with pregnancy.Natalie shares her experience of pre-planning for pregnancy testing and being in control of her cycle. She also talks about her negative pregnancy test experience and how she reversed engineered her approach after that. Natalie opens up about the myth of merit-based effort and shares the joy and excitement of getting pregnant for the first time. Natalie discusses her experience of having multiple miscarriages and how dealing with the second miscarriage was easier for her. She...
2023-05-0856 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E11 | Black Baby Loss Awareness with Alicia BurnettIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Alicia Burnett, co-founder of Black Baby Loss Awareness Week. Alicia is incredibly honest in sharing her personal story. She talks about going back to her training as a student midwife and the difficulties she faced with people trying to assess how much sympathy she should be receiving. Alicia also discusses the cultural differences in the black community and why miscarriage is not talked about. She explains why she started Black Baby Loss Awareness Week and talks about the institutional racism in maternity and healthcare s...
2023-05-0141 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E10 | A Personal Update from Bex and LauraCONTENT WARNING - Pregnancy (start 3:22, skip to 4:50)In this shorter episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Bex and Laura have a few life updates to tell you about, both positive and negative.There will be an upcoming mid-season break from the podcast, there’s still a few episodes scheduled before that break but the break may outlast those episodes. Take care of yourselves, The Gang will be back before you know it!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 ra...
2023-04-2418 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E9 | A Desire To Protect Others From The Pain Of Miscarriage with Carmen GroverIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham talk with Carmen Grover about her personal journey with miscarriage and pregnancy. Carmen shares her experience of protecting others from the pain she was going through, and how she learned about miscarriage. She emphasises the importance of treating women as individuals and understanding their unique needs, especially when dealing with such a sensitive and emotional topic. Bex and Laura also explore how best to support each other through loss. Carmen talks about the turning point in her relationship as she opens up about the challenges o...
2023-04-1740 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E8 | Losing A Child and Grayson’s Legacy with Faye AnsellIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Faye about her heartbreaking experience with baby loss. Faye shares the story of her first son's birth, which was filled with joy and excitement, but quickly turned into a nightmare when she realised something was wrong. She speaks candidly about the emotional toll of losing a child, the difficulty of telling her family, and the long road to finding a sense of purpose after the loss.Faye also discusses the decision to undergo IVF and prenatal testing, including the difficult choice to terminate a p...
2023-04-101h 10The Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E7 | Processing Grief with Mother and Daughter, Angela and IssyIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Issy and Angela about their experiences with baby loss and how they coped with the emotions that followed. Angela and Issy share their initial reaction to the phone call about Issy’s miscarriage and how she struggled to come to terms with the loss. They discuss how there is no one-size-fits-all approach to dealing with grief and that everyone copes in their own way.They also talk about the birth of Angela's first baby and how hanging on to anything, even a glimmer of hop...
2023-04-0348 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E6 | Megan Campbell - Experiencing Multiple Ectopics and The Difficulty Of Not UnderstandingIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham talk to Megan Campbell, who has experienced multiple miscarriages.In a short space of time Megan lost three pregnancies, two to ectopic pregnancies. Despite supportive staff, Megan and her husband struggled with the way information was presented to them, often being told ‘not to worry’ until things were clearly not going as expected.They talk through Megan’s experiences, the difficulty of being made functionally infertile, but the hope that IVF can bring. Megan hopes that by explaining her journey others can better understand and hopefu...
2023-03-2739 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E5 | Jody Day - Coping With Childlessness and Founding Gateway WomenIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham sit down with Jody Day, the founder of Gateway Women. Having helped millions of women worldwide come to terms with involuntary childlessness, Jody shares her journey towards finding power in being infertile. She emphasises the importance of being gentle with yourself and dealing with the void left in your life after accepting childlessness. This episode they discuss the process of grief and identity transformation, the backlash against women who choose not to have children, and the power of mindfulness and gratitude in self-care when dealing wi...
2023-03-2043 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E4 | Tulip Mazumdar (Part 2) - Advocating For Yourself Amid The UncertaintyIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham continue their conversation with Tulip Mazumdar, Global Health Correspondent for BBC News.She shares her experience with the significance of standardisation in the baby loss process. Tulip sheds light on the role of a bereavement midwife and how to access their services in times of need. Additionally, they explore how to make informed decisions when facing uncertainty and the importance of acknowledging the prevalence of miscarriages. They also discuss the varying definitions of miscarriage and the potential benefits of teaching about this topic in schools. I...
2023-03-1332 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E3 | Tulip Mazumdar (Part 1) - First & Second Hand Experiences of MiscarriageIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk with Tulip Mazumdar, the Global Health Correspondent for BBC News. Tulip shares her experience of working on a BBC project while going through pregnancy and coping with the loss of her baby due to miscarriage. She also sheds light on the prevalence of miscarriages worldwide, emphasising that loss is loss and grief is grief, no matter how early or late in the pregnancy it occurs. They discuss the challenges of dealing with such a painful experience and the importance of having a supportive network to he...
2023-03-0639 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E2 | Emma Coles - brain injury, termination, and the fear of judgementIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to Emma Coles about a wide range of issues related to pregnancy, brain injury, termination, and loss. They highlight the emotional and psychological journey that Emma has undergone, including how she decided to end the pregnancy, told her children about the termination, faced the fear of judgement, and journeyed after the loss. She also touches upon some practical aspects, such as the first signs of a brain injury in a baby. Emma talks about the future for her and pregnancy with hope and positivity despite t...
2023-02-2753 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS6 E1 | Why We Created The Worst Girl Gang EverIn this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever Hosts, Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham talk to producer James Burtt about how The Worst Girl Gang Ever came to be! In their usual open and honest style, they discuss the origins of how a post on Facebook ended up becoming a movement and how - through their own experiences with miscarriage - they realised that creating a space for open, candid and caring conversation was so vital.As the girls share in this episode, 1 in 4 women will be affected by miscarriage, infertility or baby loss, so this is not something that...
2023-02-2047 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS5, E19 - Season Finale catch up with Bex and Laura - coping strategies and the power of gratitude.Season finale with Bex and Laura waffling on about all sorts... with some golden nuggets about mental health coping strategies.------------------------------The episode is sponsored by alcohol free wine brand Wednesday's Domaine. Click on the link to find out more and please take advantage of their 15% discount code GIRLGANG15, available until the 31st March 2023.------------------------------Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via the online shop!Struggling right now? Sign up for heartwarming virtual...
2023-01-2231 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS5, E18 - Laura Aimes - Early Miscarriage and the 12 week 'rule'In this episode with Laura @nannyamies we talk about her experiences of early miscarriage and discuss the controversial 12 week rule for sharing pregnancy news.------------------------------The episode is sponsored by alcohol free wine brand Wednesday's Domaine. Click on the link to find out more and please take advantage of their 15% discount code GIRLGANG15, available until the 31st March 2023.------------------------------Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via the online shop!Struggling right now? Sign...
2023-01-1853 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS5, E1 - Series 5 intro - a catch up with Laura and BexIt's been a while. Have you missed us? In this episode it's just the two of us having a wee natter about the last few months. We've been very busy and have lots of exciting things in the pipeline...--------------------------------Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via the online shop!Did we mention that we have written a book? It's officially an Amazon Best Seller! You can buy it here!Find out...
2022-10-0231 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS4, E21 - Missed Miscarriage - Bex and LauraJust us having a rambly chat about our experiences of missed miscarriages. As usual we didn't have a plan or structure 😅🙈😆 One day! Promise!Bex is extra tearful (you probably already know that she is a very emotional soul ☺️) and Laura is extra giggly and blasé (it's a self preservation thing 😬). --------------------------------Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog and even 'purch our merch' via the online shop!Did we mention that we have written a book? The launch is not unt...
2022-05-2239 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS4, E11 - Bex and Laura's Mid-tro (mid season intro)We completely forgot to record an intro for season 4 and didn't want you guys to miss out on our inane drivel and passionate rants so here is a mid season treat for y'all. There's a bit of passionate ranting about toxic positivity, random waffling about Pavlov and his dog, reminiscing about duets with Simon from Blue at the weekend and as always we end up with some ugly feelings chat.In this episode we discuss the launch of our new book in August which is available to preorder now on AMAZON as well as Laura's book It Will Happen which i...
2022-03-1345 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS4, E10 - Laura Burdett - Part 2 - mental health following baby lossHere is part 2 of our chat with Laura Burdett who’s ’picture perfect’ world was shattered by a TFMR. In this episode we walk about her mental health breakdown, admission to psychiatric unit and relationship breakdown. To listen to the story of the TFMR itself and the emotions surrounding it head to part 1 (published last week). Laura overshares on Instagram with rambles on loss, love and learning how to ‘do life’ again when things don’t go to plan. She recently launched her patreon and there’s a whole mix of stuff on there: babyloss/parenting after loss blogs, mental health stuff...
2022-03-0625 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS4, E9 - Laura Burdett - Part 1 - TFMRHere is part 1 of our chat with Laura Burdett who’s ’picture perfect’ world was shattered by a TFMR. In this episode we walk about the TFMR itself and the emotions surrounding it, part 2 goes into more details about her mental health and relationship breakdown. Laura overshares on Instagram with rambles on loss, love and learning how to ‘do life’ again when things don’t go to plan. She recently launched her patreon and there’s a whole mix of stuff on there: babyloss/parenting after loss blogs, mental health stuff, tales from the psych ward, coparenting & spilling the tea on her (many!) d...
2022-02-2734 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS4, E7 - Laura Bradshaw - Recurrent miscarriage and endometriosisWe loved chatting to this beaut. Here is what she had to say:Hi, I'm Laura, 33 and I’m an online content creator. After only talking about fashion & beauty I decided to open up about my miscarriages after keeping it to myself for a few years and the response was incredible. I’ve since spoken to thousands of women and set up a support website Just Bad Luck. I’ve had 4 miscarriages, 3 years of infertility and was recently diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis. Our journey has felt like a battle but we recently did our first round of IVF and had a posi...
2022-02-1353 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverThe OuttakesLaura and Bex attempt to record an off the cuff Ad for their course. Shared just for fun.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesWe are The Worst Girl Gang Ever Foundation. We’re all about bringing people together who are going through the tough stuff — baby loss, infertility, and everything in between — and making sure no one has to face it alone. Our community is full of honesty, compassion, and real talk, offering support, understanding, and hope when it’s needed most. You can find out more and connect with us over at www...
2021-08-2103 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS3, E15 - Triggers and Boundaries with Bex and LauraJust us, chatting about all the things that trigger our grief and complex feelings and more importantly we talk about how you can put boundaries in place to better manage these triggers. We cover:- BFN/AF- pregnancy announcements on social media- baby showers - being around pregnant friends and family ... and Bex finally presents us with a brilliant analogy! Finally!--------------------------------This episode is sponsored by Bower.Bower is an environmentally conscious swimwear brand that combines high fashion with functionality. The luxury swim & resort wear is designed to look and feel exceptional and each piece is made by small ateliers i...
2021-08-0144 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS3, E5 - Laura Pinkerton - Life as a step mum while navigating RMC and IVFWe've been chatting to Laura P in our DM's for some time now and this was our first actual 'meet'. It was great to hear more about her story and interesting to talk through the complex emotions surrounding loss/grief/TTC within a blended family. We thank Laura for her honesty when discussing these struggles and we know that it will resonate with many of you. DISCLAIMER: bad singing #sorrynotsorry --------------------------------Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Visit our website where you can find out a bit about us, read the blog...
2021-06-0642 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS2, E16 - Secondary infertility and loss with Laura and BexTRIGGER WARNING - secondary infertility/lossWe are firm believers in a few things:- there is no hierarchy for grief- all feelings are valid- just because it might seem easier it doesn't mean it is easyWith that said, if you want to sit this one out we won't be offended. Laura is quite open about the fact that she would have struggled listening to this herself before she had Bertie. For those of you who are still waiting for your first baby... we hear you, we see you and we stand by you. This episode is just us two rambling a...
2021-02-2138 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS2, E10- Laura Rose @the_LGBT_mummies_tribe- Infertility and miscarriage within the LGBT communityIn this episode we chat to Laura-Rose about the battles faced by the LGBT+ community when it comes to fertility and loss.Laura-Rose Thorogood is a mother of 2 and is currently pregnant with her third child. She is a LGBT+ family activist, fertility advocate and campaigner and alongside her wife she founded the LGBT Mummies Tribe. You can find out more about what LGBT Mummies Tribe is all about by visiting their website, Instagram account or Facebook page. --------------------------------Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Contact us via social media platforms or...
2021-01-2438 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS2, E9 - Laura @robomummy - IVF and ectopic pregnancyWe talked to Laura Gallagher about her 'journey' through infertility, IVF and ectopic pregnancies. It's a funny yet emotional episode where we discuss the complexity of feelings within pregnancy loss, a little bit about alternative therapy and you'll be thrilled to hear that there is even some singing (Disney I might add)! Laura's book Robo-Babies is a story for children about the many ways in which babies arrive into their families including via IVF, donor conception, surrogacy and adoption. It has been published by Owlet press and HERE is the link to buy. You can find Laura on instagram @robomummy--------------------------------Thanks...
2021-01-1741 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS2, E1 - Introduction with Bex & LauraWelcome back to The Worst Girl Gang Ever. Here is a little introduction to the series. We chat about what we have been doing on our break and also a bit about what we have coming up in season 2. TRIGGER WARNING: pregnancy announcementYou’ll find Laura on Instagram and her book It Will Happen is available now (paperback and e-book also available at Amazon and Waterstones). Bex can be found on Instagram too and you’ll find TWGGE platform links below. --------------------------------Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please don't forget to subscribe, rate, review and share.Contact us via social media...
2020-12-0627 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS1, E23 - Laura and Bex - Season FinaleWell that's a wrap people.In this final episode we chat a little about the highs and lows of series one and our exciting plans for the future. We want to thank everyone for all the support over the past few months, it's been totes emosh but at the same time absolutely incredible. We feel honoured to have had the opportunity to chat to and support so many wonderful warriors! Big love to you all and keep in touch! We’ll be back in December. You’ll find Laura on Instagram and her book It Will Happen is available to pre-o...
2020-10-1518 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverOuttakes - Bex & Laura - load of old b*ll*cksWe got sponsored!!!! We got so flustered during the recording of our VERY SIMPLE sponsorship script that we thought we'd celebrate by releasing the outtakes. We know that you're used to nothing but professionalism and high quality content from us, so this may come as a bit of a shock.... the masks have slipped. Enjoy and thank you for all your support, beautiful peopleBex & Laura xLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesWe are The Worst Girl Gang Ever Foundation. We’re all about bringing people together who are going through the tough stuff — baby loss, i...
2020-09-2503 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS1, E12 - Bex - missed miscarriage, lockdownThis week we put the world to rights with another Bex and hear about her experiences of natural management of miscarriage of her twin pregnancy during lockdown. Believe it or not there is a lot of laughter in this episode and you'll be glad to hear there is just a small amount of singing.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesWe are The Worst Girl Gang Ever Foundation. We’re all about bringing people together who are going through the tough stuff — baby loss, infertility, and everything in between — and making sure no one has to...
2020-09-1343 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS1, E5 - Laura - recurrent miscarriage, molar pregnancy, ectopic pregnancyLaura’s journey to motherhood was far from simple. Following on from the summary of her story during the introductory episode she discusses the latter part in more detail with Bex. They chat about the ‘ugly feelings’, her ectopic pregnancy, the long battle to get answers and the treatment that lead to her eighth pregnancy finally being successful. As always there is no holding back and the banter is on point... or so they like to think. You’ll find Laura on Instagram and her book It Will Happen is now available to buy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
2020-08-0242 minThe Worst Girl Gang EverS1, E1 - Introduction with Bex & LauraBex and Laura host their first podcast episode! they introduce themselves and give a bit of detail about how they set up 'The Worst Girl Gang Ever' along with what they hope to achieve and how. Neither of them are tech savvy, so please forgive any blips...(!!!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesWe are The Worst Girl Gang Ever Foundation. We’re all about bringing people together who are going through the tough stuff — baby loss, infertility, and everything in between — and making sure no one has to face it alone. Our community is full...
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