14. Pregnancy Loss & Trying to Conceive + Motherhood, ft. Shamika G.
October is Pregnancy & Infant Awareness Loss Month. While pregnancy and infancy loss are more common than we realize, its often a topic that goes undiscussed. Not talking about loss and challenges we face surrounding pregnancy only breed insecurity, shame, guilt, and other negative emotional experiences. Today, we talk about Pregnancy Loss & Trying to Conceive + Motherhood. This is such a difficult but important topic that you must hear. In this episode, you'll learn: -Mental and emotional experiences one might face while trying to conceive or while experiencing pregnancy loss. -What supports are useful for mothers who are experiencing difficulties with trying to conceive or experiencing pregnancy loss. -Tips and strategies for how you can begin to cope if you are experiencing challenges while trying to conceive or have experienced pregnancy loss. This episode features Shamika G., a hard-working mama of a beautiful 1-year-old girl! Shamika is open and shares more about her challenges with trying to conceive for three years and the mental/emotional toll this experience produced. Additionally, Dr. Amber speaks about her own experiences of pregnancy loss twice, and what she learned from those experiences. Connect with Shamika on Instagram at @mika_racquel _ _ _ _ _ _ The Balanced Working Mama Podcast is hosted by Dr. Amber Thornton, Clinical Psychologist and Mama Wellness Consultant. New episodes every Monday. Don't forget to follow Dr. Amber Thornton & Balanced Working Mama on Instagram: @dramberthornton + @balancedworkingmama Learn more about Balanced Working Mama, consultative services for working mothers, and Dr. Amber Thornton at www.balancedworkingmama.com