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The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity52 | Jen Rowray-Healthy Birth Day | Stillbirth is Preventable: Why We're Returning to the Hill to Fight for FamiliesSend us a textIn this short but powerful episode, I’m joined by Jen Rowray of Healthy Birth Day, Inc. and Count the Kicks to talk about an important cause—stillbirth prevention. I share my plans to travel to Washington, D.C. from September 17–19 to advocate for legislative change and life-saving awareness. One of the key efforts we’re supporting is the Shine for Autumn Act, which seeks to improve stillbirth data collection—something critically needed, as many stillbirths go unrecorded, hindering public health efforts to prevent them. The act also calls for increased access to fetal auto...2025-07-2917 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity51 | Meg Roland | Trauma and the Brain: Where Neuroscience Meets FaithSend us a textHave you ever felt stuck after trauma—trapped in panic, fear, or constant survival mode? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Meg Roland, a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor with Clint Davis Counseling, to unpack what’s really happening in our brains after trauma—and why it can feel impossible to move forward.Meg shares the same insight that brought me peace at a women’s retreat and helped me understand the deep effects of losing my daughter, Julianna Grace. For years, I didn’t realize that unresolved family tra...2025-07-221h 00The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity50 | Candace MacDaniels Faith in the Fire: Losing 7 Babies, Immunocompromised, and Homeschooling Through Chronic IllnessSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with my new friend and fellow homeschooling mom, Candace MacDaniels. Candace’s story is one of control, surrender, and challenging faith. After receiving a kidney transplant 25 years ago, she became immunocompromised and later developed autonomic dysfunction. Convinced that motherhood wasn’t in the cards due to her health, she set out to chase her dreams—until she met her husband.What followed was a painful journey of losing 7 precious babies and wrestling with the need to control what felt out of control. But through years of gri...2025-07-1556 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity49 | Jamie Strahl – Honoring Heidi: A Story of Loss, Intuition & Love (Part 2)Send us a textIn this powerful second part of a two-part series, I sit down with Jamie Strahl—a grieving mother turned passionate advocate—who shares the heartbreaking yet hope-filled story of her daughter, Heidi. What began as a routine delivery quickly turned into tragedy due to the negligence of a nurse and medical malpractice that forever changed Jamie’s life.Jamie opens up about the moments leading up to Heidi’s birth, the unsettling behavior of the nurse on duty, and the haunting silence that followed the delivery. Despite her unimaginable loss, Jamie has chos...2025-07-0836 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity48 | Jamie Strahl – Honoring Heidi: A Story of Loss, Intuition & Love (Part 1)Send us a textIn this powerful first part of a two-part series, I sit down with Jamie Strahl—a grieving mother turned passionate advocate—who shares the heartbreaking yet hope-filled story of her daughter, Heidi. What began as a routine delivery quickly turned into tragedy due to the negligence of a nurse and medical malpractice that forever changed Jamie’s life.Jamie opens up about the moments leading up to Heidi’s birth, the unsettling behavior of the nurse on duty, and the haunting silence that followed the delivery. Despite her unimaginable loss, Jamie has chos...2025-07-0128 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity47 | Texas State Representative Mihaela Plesa | Everly’s Law: A New Standard for Grief, Compassion, and ChangeSend us a textIn this powerful episode, I sit down with Texas Representative Mihaela Plesa, the woman behind Everly’s Law (HB 37)—a groundbreaking bill that lays the foundation for improved prenatal bereavement care in Texas and, we hope, nationwide.This landmark legislation was inspired by a heartfelt conversation during her campaign—when a neighbor vulnerably shared her story of losing her baby, Everly Grace Talman. That moment became the seed of real change. Everly’s Law ensures that families facing stillbirth, neonatal death, or fetal demise are met with compassionate care, counseling, and innovati...2025-06-2423 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity46 | Jeremy Sutton | A Father’s Unseen Wounds: How Love and Loss Never FadeSend us a text In this episode, we talk with Jeremy Sutton—a devoted father, husband, and physical therapist with 15 years of experience. Jeremy opens up about his personal journey through miscarriage, sharing the challenges he and his wife Monica faced and how the experience continues to impact him today. He reflects on the importance of advocacy, the deepening of his heart through fatherhood, and the powerful connections he’s witnessed as clients share their own stories of loss. Jeremy’s honest and heartfelt perspective offers comfort and insight for anyone touched by miscarriage. LETS STAY CON...2025-06-1745 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity45 | Tomeka Isaac | A Story of Stillbirth, Survival, and System Failure | Jace's JourneySend us a textIn May 2018, Brandon Isaac found himself facing the unthinkable. His wife, Tomeka, lay unconscious in a hospital bed, fighting for her life after being diagnosed with HELLP Syndrome—a life-threatening pregnancy complication. Just weeks from her due date, their son, Jace Alexander, no longer had a heartbeat. Tomeka endured 45 days in the hospital, survived 7 major surgeries, and ultimately walked out of the hospital alive, though forever changed. Her survival was nothing short of miraculous, thanks to urgent medical intervention, skilled doctors, and the power of prayer.But the Isaacs soon learned th...2025-06-1059 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity44 | Heaven, Hope, and the Books That Helped MeSend us a text In this episode, I share personal reflections on heaven, inspired by the loss of my daughter, Julianna Grace. I discusses how that experience led to a deep curiosity and excitement about what lies beyond this life. The episode features a curated list of book recommendations—some for grieving parents, others for children—each offering comfort, answers, and insight about heaven. Topics explored include whether Heaven is boring, if we’ll have jobs, and whether we’ll recognize our loved ones. The episode concludes with the poem Gone From My Sight by Henry Van Dyke, whi...2025-06-0318 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity43 | Compassion in Innovation: Caring Cradle CEO Wendy KowalskiSend us a textIn this deeply moving episode, I had the greatest honor of speaking with Wendy Kowalski, the CEO and founder of Caring Cradle. After witnessing the heartbreaking grief of a close friend who lost her baby, Wendy was inspired to create a compassionate solution for families facing unimaginable loss.The Caring Cradle is a specially designed cooling device that allows families who experience stillbirth, neonatal loss, or infant death in the NICU to spend more precious time with their baby. Resembling a hospital bassinet, this thoughtful innovation helps preserve the baby’s bo...2025-05-2752 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity42 | Lindsey Wimmer-Founder and Executive Director of Star Legacy FoundationSend us a textIn this episode, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Dr. Lindsey Wimmer, founder and executive director of the Star Legacy Foundation—a non‑profit on a mission to reduce pregnancy loss and neonatal death while elevating the standard of care for grieving families. With more than 20 chapters nationwide, the Foundation not only promotes, supports, and conducts groundbreaking research into stillbirth and perinatal loss, but also curates the world’s largest pregnancy registry—our Pregnancy Research Project—making vital data available to researchers who share their passion for prevention. This Foundation was born o...2025-05-2039 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity41 | Brenda Dalton-Lactation Consultant | Lactating after a Loss | Threads of LoveSend us a textToday on the podcast, we’re honored to share the story of Brenda Dalton — a former NICU and OB nurse since 1982, who turned a deeply personal experience into a mission to serve others. After receiving poor medical advice about nursing her own child, Brenda realized something bigger: if someone with her background could be misinformed, what kind of support was the wider community missing?That realization led her to become a certified lactation consultant. Now, she helps mothers understand their options — whether that’s when to start nursing, how to do it in a...2025-05-1338 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity40 | Jennifer Campbell-Heart of Grace MinistrySend us a textSeptember 2013, I received a phone call from a stranger, Jennifer Campbell. I was about to head to the hospital to deliver my baby who died. I didn't know what to expect and was completely terrified. Jennifer would give me information that forever held close to my heart. "Lisa you can do this and you will survive this." I remember her telling me over and over I could do this. She began preparing me on what to expect and how my baby may look. She told me the importance of carrying Julianna in my...2025-05-0641 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity39 | Brittany Oaks-Now I Lay Me Down To SleepSend us a textBrittany Oaks called me last year as I was traveling to Washington, D.C. At that moment, I could hear her passion and commitment to a cause very close to her heart. We have reconnected, and she shared some incredible news. Brittany has started a new chapter for Now We Lay Me Down, focusing on stillbirth photography. Her journey in this field began with her successful photography business in Arkansas and her involvement with Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep (NILMDTS), where she captured precious memories for grieving families.Upon...2025-04-2930 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity38 | Cayse Holland Cunningham-IVF, Covid Uncertainty and Hope JournalsSend us a textCayse Holland Cunningham carries a story etched in resilience and faith. Her journey to motherhood was fraught with challenges, enduring ten years of waiting and ultimately turning to IVF to conceive. They named her baby Hope, a name that would touch many lives. Yet, at 20 weeks, Hope's life was threatened when Cayse's water broke prematurely. Rushed to the hospital, she received the diagnosis of PPROM, placing her on strict bed rest with the aim of reaching 30 weeks for a planned C-section. The onset of the Covid pandemic amplified the stress, culminating in an...2025-04-2248 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity37 | Rhonda Barnes-Grandmother's Perspective on Grieving for TwoSend us a textRhonda Barnes carries a pain that no grandparent should ever know – the loss of her beloved grandson, Dominic, who passed away in her arms on July 29th, 2015. The devastation threatened to consume her, but as a mother, grandmother, and a registered nurse, Rhonda instinctively shifted into caretaker mode. A natural fixer, she desperately sought to understand the 'why' behind Dominic's passing, while simultaneously striving to be a pillar of strength for her grieving family. In her role as a New Parent Support Program (NPSP) visitor and registered nurse, Rhonda dedicates her lif...2025-04-1527 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity36 | Meghan Stevenot-Loving Wife, Homeschool Mother and AdvocateSend us a textIn 2023, our paths crossed in Washington D.C., both of us at the beginning stages of our advocacy for change surrounding stillbirth. It was there I met Meghan Stevenot, a devoted wife, loving mother, and now, a passionate advocate for preventable stillbirth. Today, Meghan courageously shares her personal story of losing her son, Charlie, at 30 weeks gestation in 2020. She recounts the subtle yet significant changes she observed in Charlie's fetal movements, a warning sign tragically overlooked by many mothers. She retells her story on the days leading up to and following Charlie's passing...2025-04-0845 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity35 | Lamenting in Anguish and Grief | How I Grabbed on to the Scriptures for ReliefSend us a textIn the midst of grief following Julianna's death, the concept of lament, a common thread woven throughout the scriptures, began to resonate deeply. Seeking understanding and comfort, I turned to the familiar comfort of my bible-teaching church and the wisdom of the older women within the congregation. I asked them questions, desperately trying to reconcile my faith with the seemingly senseless loss, striving to truly understand the character of this Christian God. It was through their guidance and the scriptures themselves that I began to see lament not as a sign of weakness...2025-04-0119 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity34 | Julianna Grace Ministry-A Bittersweet Journey of Faith, Service and AdvocacySend us a textWhat is the Julianna Grace Ministry? Today I share the journey I went on the Lord and how we started the ministry. It was my faith and hope in Jesus Christ that started me on this journey. I hope this encourages you to start your faith Journey with Christ or even encourages you to begin your own ministry or nonprofit. Our mission, at Julianna Grace Ministry, is to provide grieving baskets to mothers or families who have lost babies due to miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant loss. We provide baskets with boo...2025-03-2530 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity33 | Rosie Melara-Stillbirth, Loss, Heartbreak and Renewed StrengthSend us a textRosario Melara, or Rosie as she prefers to be called, is a high school Spanish teacher in North Carolina with a story etched in both profound sorrow and unwavering strength. She was recommended to me as she had a unique story that would connect with others facing loss. Rosie has navigated a heartbreaking journey, including the stillbirth of her daughter Ana Mary in 2010, the subsequent loss of her parents, and the eventual end of her marriage. Yet, through these trials, Rosie's heart remains open, driven by a deep desire to share her experiences...2025-03-1826 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity32 | Lindsay Lowery-Flexmort and Cuddle Cot Executive Director, Marketing and Growth, AmericasSend us a textLindsay Lowery was expecting and preparing for her niece, Helen, to arrive but like many of us, she received a dreadful phone call in 2018 that her niece had passed in the womb at 38 weeks. Lindsay was living out side the United States and had to make arrangements to be with her sister while trying to process the loss. Her sister was offered a Cuddle Cot and it provided the time needed for Lindsay and the rest of their family to arrive to hold the niece. This simple but essential device left an impact o...2025-03-1142 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity31 | Lisa Arendell with Lisa Lou FitnessSend us a textI'm thrilled to feature Lisa Arendell! We've been friends for over a decade, and while social media might paint a picture of a perfect life, she's faced real challenges, including grappling with abandonment and grief. Lisa discovered the power of fitness at 16 and realized how exercise impacts those feel-good neurotransmitters, a key factor we can all harness to combat depression. For Lisa, it's been a powerful motivator in staying grounded. As the owner of Lisa Lou Fitness, she draws from her own health struggles to empower other women. Her programs, designed for those...2025-03-0426 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity30 | Louisiana Stillbirth Tax CreditSend us a textSince we are now in tax season, today I wanted to share my experience with helping pass the Louisiana Stillbirth Tax Credit. I share how I along with some other loss moms and Kimberly Novod with Saul's Light helped change the hearts and minds of Louisiana politicians to pass this $2,000 one time tax credit. Finally, Louisiana residents will have help with the financial burden families and individuals have when we lose a baby is stillborn. The bills come, funeral cost are expensive and life doesn't stop. LETS STAY CONNECTED:2025-02-2515 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity29 | Robbin Kent-Why it's so important to share your story, why you need to share it and how your story can give someone hope.Send us a textRobbin Kent and I have been friends for many years. Robbin worked in the school system as a counselor for almost 20 years. She helped kids realize their potential was endless and to never to give up! She now is a creation coach and an online marketing messaging coach.Today Robbin talks about the importance of sharing your story. How it can encourage, give hope and glorify God. She also shares 3 steps to take and how to share it authentically even if your scared. She tells me how everyone's story can be...2025-02-1830 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity28 | Why do I feel so empty?Send us a textI recorded this video now audio 6 years ago. I didn't know all what God was going to do. I decided to test God in praying He would do something with Julianna's death. I answer the question on what we can do to fill the void we have when we lose a baby. Its never easy but like most of us we have nothing left to lose. Listen in and test God with an open heart and mind. He'll bless you and comfort you in a way that will surpass your own understanding. 2025-02-1114 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity27 | How Do I Honor My Baby?Send us a textWhen a baby is born we immediately have a mama bear protective instinct. For people like ourselves who have lost a baby in a miscarriage, stillbirth or had an early infant loss, that instinct is still there. The love, expectance and joy is still there but mixed with grief. We have this love that we still need to express. I list some practical ways we can honor our children. Remember, there is no easy, right or wrong way to do this. Give yourself grace. Grief is hard. I give this advice along as...2025-02-0418 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity26 | What did I do to cause the death of my baby? Lies of the Enemy...Send us a textI answer this question I struggled with in the early years after my Julianna Grace died. I believed in the lie that God punishes and doesn't forget my sins or past mistakes. I felt so much shame but through Answers In Genesis I was reminded of Gods love and His promises. I pray and hope you find peace as you listen to this podcast. What kind of lies did you believe in?LETS STAY CONNECTED:Link TreeInstagramFacebookTwitterWebsite2025-01-2815 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity25 | What to Say or Do when someone has lost a baby in Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Early Infant Loss.Send us a textToday I share some helpful information on how to have a conversation with someone who has had a loss. When we hear of someone who has lost a baby sometimes we want to say something encouraging and unfortunately, its not. We want to take a step back and pray about what we want to say. This podcast was taken from this video i made in 2018 for the Julianna Grace Ministry. It has guided and helped many people and churches to properly minister to someone who is grieving. LETS STAY C...2025-01-1418 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity24 | Justin Batterton | Grief, Drugs, Father, Husband | Life & Leadership Coach at Kingdom Minded Leadership CoachingSend us a textJustin Batterton, 42, is a devoted husband of 10 years and a proud father of four. As a minister, realtor, and leadership coach, Justin is passionate about empowering others to lead with purpose. Through his coaching, he helps leaders build their leadership on Kingdom principles, aligning their influence with biblical values for lasting impact.Justin and I met at a Teen Challenge Banquet about 15 years ago. During that time unbeknownst to me he just lost his son, Tristen. It was Tristen's death that would bring Justin's life of drugs and alcohol to a...2025-01-0759 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity23 | Rose L. Horton- #notonmywatchSend us a textRose L. Horton, MSM, RNC-OB, NEA-BC, FAAN, stands as a powerful advocate for maternal health, serving multiple roles including board member of Healthy BirthDay, and president of the Association of Women's Health Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN). Her frustration with the alarming rise in maternal morbidity and mortality led her to take action in 2017. Drawing from her own experiences and the painful stories of countless women who faced preventable tragedies, Rose coined the viral hashtag #NotOnMyWatch as a rallying cry for nurses and healthcare professionals everywhere. This initiative served not only as a...2024-12-1731 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity22 | Samantha Durante Banerjee-PUSH for Empowered PregnancySend us a textI met Samantha on Capital Hill. She like many of us lost her first born baby, but again like so many of the women here on this podcast instead of ignoring the stillbirth crisis in America she dove into research to help solve the problem. Even though her doctor told her that her pregnancy was a “low risk” pregnancy she uncovered the real truth about stillbirth in America or the utter lack of progress in improving the US stillbirth rate.Following her daughter's death, Samantha became known within the loss c...2024-12-1056 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity21 | Meredith HardmanSend us a textMeredith and her high school sweetheart were a young military couple when they welcomed their first child. Meredith did have preeclampsia with her first born but that didn't stop her from having another baby. Soon their family grew with the arrival of Fiona Grace, a precious addition that filled their hearts. However, one Sunday morning would turn their lives upside down. When Meredith and her husband woke up they were surprised that Fiona had slept through the night. However, when they reached for her, they found Fiona unresponsive in her crib....2024-12-0337 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity20 | Tedashii- Acquainted with GriefSend us a textOn my podcast today, I had the immense honor of interviewing Grammy-nominated artist Tedashii. A founding member of Reach Records, Tedashii is a multifaceted individual who has graced the world with his talents as an established artist, speaker, writer, leader, husband, father, and so much more. He is one of my favorite faith-based rappers, known for his ability to articulate the depths of pain in a manner reminiscent of David's Psalms.Having endured poverty, bullying, and the loss of loved ones, including his son Chase, Tedashii's resilience is an inspiration. Like many...2024-11-191h 03The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity19 | Jessica Michel-Freya's Mom, EPV/Measure the PlacentaSend us a textJessica Michel and I are advocating for the same 2 bills, The Shine tor Autumn Act and tne Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act. I met her in Washington DC last year. Since than she has become very active in advocating to save babies lives from preventable stillbirth. Jessica recently got involved with another life saving organization called Measure the Placenta. lf she knew of these life saving measures that like EPV, maybe she could have saved Freya's life. Now, instead of sitting on the sidelines, she is sharing her journey and bring...2024-11-1227 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity18 | Danielle Anderson-Trauma-Informed Speaker & Wellness CoachSend us a textDanielle Anderson is the wife of the famous Hip Hop Christian artist Tedashii, a mother, an accomplished public speaker, integrative wellness coach, hope giver and so much more. She is so authentic and gentle as she shares how you can incorporate integrative wellness along with God's Word to thrive in life instead of just surviving.Her journey began after the unexpected loss of her son Chase. Her life quickly turned upside down. She passionately talks about how close she stayed to the Father. She clung to the Lord as she knew the...2024-10-2933 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity17 | The Parable of the Persistent WidowSend us a textWelcome to today’s episode. I’m excited to share a Bible study I led this past Saturday at my church — a study that truly encouraged and refreshed my spirit. I wanted to bring this message to the women listening because, honestly, advocating for Stillbirth awareness can be exhausting, and I needed this reminder more than ever.In this episode, I’ll walk you through the study verse by verse, sharing how my previous understanding was challenged and how God gently corrected me along the way. I hope this encourages you just as...2024-10-2222 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity16 | Walker & Natalie Boggs-Barrett's Bears MinistrySend us a textIn 2018, the Boggs family seemed to be in a good place in life. Walker and Natalie were on fire for Christ, learning and taking in the scriptures. Their life seemed picture perfect when they received a phone call that would alter the course of their lives. Barrett went Home at just shy of being 5 months old. However, his little life would have a great purpose that has impacted thousands of families across the world. The Boggs family were in shock and grief but prayed that God would use Barrett. Through that prayer the Ba...2024-10-1545 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity15 | Samantha Arellano Gutierrez | Wave of Light in Shreveport Louisiana in honor of Selena SophiaSend us a text Samantha shared her inspiring story about how her mother came to America in search of a better life. Growing up, she excelled in school and went on to attend college, where she eventually met her husband. After years of dating, they both graduated and traveled before settling down in stable jobs and purchasing their first home. Feeling financially secure, they decided to start a family. As a labor and delivery nurse, Samantha was well-informed about pregnancy and the signs to look out for to prevent stillbirth. Despite her knowledge and experience, she was n...2024-10-0832 minThe Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation, Infant Loss, Pregnancy Loss, Maternity14 | Finding Hope in Grief: Mary’s Journey Through Loss and FaithSend us a textI met Mary online over memes, our faith and through our losses. Mary is not only a wife, mother, school phycologist, but she is also a social media influencer. She uses her social media to spread hope by sharing insights about her grief journey. She has become a safe place for anyone needing permission to grieve, find hope and encouragement.Today she tells us her story how she and her husband struggle with fertility issues, a loss through a miscarriage, a chemical pregnancy and finally getting pregnant with twins. It seemed as...2024-10-0138 min