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In 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 like leptin and immune therapy, and why every fertility journey is unique.
Whether you’ve experienced baby loss, are exploring fertility treatments, or want to understand the complexities of reproductive medicine, this episode provides understanding, solidarity, and hope.
Key Topics Discussed:
The emotional impact of miscarriage and baby loss
NHS fertility care vs. private treatment options
The role of IVF and alternative treatments
The benefits of telehealth for fertility patients
Emerging treatments like leptin and immune therapy
Supporting emotional health through counselling and tailored care
About the Episode: Dr Sami sheds light on why miscarriage is not always “bad luck” and how advances in reproductive medicine are helping families navigate complex fertility challenges. He explains how Plan Your Baby provides localised care, emotional support, and cutting-edge solutions to reduce the strain on patients during such a vulnerable time.
The Warriorship: The Warriorship is a membership designed to support you through the aftermath of baby loss. It provides advice, emotional tools, and a compassionate community to help you navigate recovery. Learn more about how The Warriorship can support you at: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship
The Worst Girl Gang Ever Podcast: This podcast breaks the silence around miscarriage, infertility, and baby loss. Expect honest conversations, expert insights, and real stories from those who have been there. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, it’s a space to open up the dialogue and create understanding.
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Plan Your Baby: Find more information and book a consultation at planyourbaby.co.uk
Connect with Dr Sami: Discover how innovative treatments and telehealth are changing fertility care.
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In 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 used in medical settings to Ollie’s determination to advocate for better support in his workplace. As a firefighter, Ollie has worked to revise baby loss policies within his service, underscoring the importance of providing compassionate support in male-dominated workplaces. This episode also touches on Caitlin’s health journey, their ongoing hope to start a family, and the resilience needed to keep going.
Key Topics Discussed:
Caitlin and Ollie's story: Navigating grief as a couple
The impact of terminology and support in medical settings
Raising awareness and improving workplace policies for bereaved parents
Advocating for emotional support in male-dominated professions
The journey to find answers and medical support for recurrent pregnancy loss
The importance of partner support and breaking the silence around grief
About the Podcast:
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, emotive podcast addressing miscarriage, infertility, and baby loss. Hosted by founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, each episode creates space for open conversations, giving voice to experiences that often go unspoken. This podcast aims to break the silence around pregnancy loss, fostering a compassionate community for all impacted.
For information on The Warriorship—a membership offering support and resources for life after baby loss—visit: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship.
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In 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 fund resources tailored specifically to miscarriage and baby loss, with an option for people to contribute by raising £100 each. The conversation dives into the urgent need for compassionate resources and the collective efforts of a community dedicated to supporting families through some of life’s most difficult moments.
Key Topics Discussed:
Lucy’s personal journey through loss and creating Ellie’s Gift
The mission and impact of Ellie’s Gift in the baby loss community
Insight into the 250 Christmas Hearts Campaign and how it offers hope during the holidays
Why personalised grief support matters and plans to expand the app’s resources
Challenges of funding and making mental health resources accessible to all
The transformative power of community support and the mission to break societal taboos on miscarriage and baby loss
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In this powerful episode, Sejal bravely shares her personal journey through multiple miscarriages, ectopic pregnancies, and the emotional rollercoaster of IVF. She candidly discusses the physical and emotional challenges of fertility treatment, the cultural expectations within her Indian community, and how she found ways to cope with the repeated setbacks.
Sejal's story is one of resilience, as she advocates for breaking the silence around baby loss and encouraging open conversations in the face of societal taboos. Whether you're on a similar journey or seeking to understand the complexities of fertility issues, this episode offers hope, understanding, and solidarity.
Sejal’s proactive approach to fertility testing and the shock of receiving a low AMH result, leading to discussions on embryo freezing and fertility preservation. She also shares the emotional and physical toll of her first miscarriage, the discovery of ectopic pregnancies, and the difficulty of waiting for surgery to remove her fallopian tube.
Sejal opens up about her IVF journey, from the hopeful moments to the heartache of unsuccessful cycles, and how she navigated the complex emotions that came with each attempt.
We discuss Insights into how cultural pressures around fertility affected her, and why it's important to have open discussions about baby loss, particularly in the Indian community.
Key Topics Discussed:
Fertility struggles and low AMH diagnosis
Coping with miscarriage and ectopic pregnancies
The IVF process and repeated losses
Cultural expectations and breaking the silence
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In 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 the need for better exploration of options between natural conception and IVF, and the trust placed in healthcare providers that can sometimes lead to tragic outcomes.
Key Topics Discussed:
The Gap Between Natural Conception and IVF
Trusting Medical Professionals and Being Let Down
Emotional Isolation and Coping Mechanisms
Taking Back Control and Finding Joy
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
Listen now and share with those who may need to hear this inspiring story.
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In 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. Additionally, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the medical experience is explored, with Jessica and Bex Gunn expressing frustrations over the lack of sensitivity and privacy afforded to those going through such traumatic events. In this episode, you will hear:The emotional and physical toll of miscarriageNavigating grief while in the public eyeThe importance of support and breaking the silence around baby lossHow COVID-19 affected the medical experience for those dealing with pregnancy lossThe need for greater empathy and resources for those affected by miscarriageThe 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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In 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 after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How can we feel better when we're going through a hard time with our mental health? Award winning author & Psychotherapist Anna Mathur gives us some good ideas. She says it's important to accept our feelings, even the ones that seem bad. We shouldn't judge ourselves for how we feel. Instead, we should be kind to ourselves and get support from people we trust. Anna explains that grief has ups and downs, and we can feel happy and sad at the same time. By setting boundaries and taking care of ourselves, we can get through these difficult times. Her advice is to go easy on ourselves and take breaks when we need to. Sharing our stories and supporting each other can also help us heal.2:12 Anna's Background and Passion5:03 Challenges of Grief and Emotional Validation10:42 Navigating Motherhood After Loss20:56 The Role of Social Media and Triggers31:59 Managing Triggers and Emotional Regulation34:10 The Impact of Social Media and Public Lives37:56 Top Tips for Maintaining Mental Health41:53 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe 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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What tangible ways can one find comfort and support after experiencing the devastating loss of a child or loved one? The "Worst Girl Gang Ever" support box aims to provide just that!
https://www.babylosssupportbox.co.uk/
Created by one of our community members - Hayley and packed with thoughtful items like a journal, candle, and wildflower seeds, the box offers a physical representation of the grief journey. But it goes beyond just material goods, also including a "help hub" with resources like suggested books, podcasts, and personalised memorabilia.
The goal is to not only support the grieving individual, but also educate their loved ones on how best to offer comfort. By bringing together practical tools and emotional guidance, this care package seeks to ease the overwhelming burden of loss, allowing those affected to navigate their grief with a sense of community and understanding. In a time of unimaginable pain, this box provides a glimmer of hope and a path forward.
0:19 Hayley's Introduction and Initial Struggles
2:27 Haley's Miscarriage Experiences and Emotional Impact
4:43 Support from the Community and Personal Growth
11:49 The Warriorship and Its Benefits
18:46 The Creation of the Support Box
31:49 What is in The Help Hub
34:57 The Importance of Support and Education
35:11 The Launch of the Grief Support Box
https://www.instagram.com/babyloss_supportbox
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT ALERT! We are now a charity!
What that means is that we can now help even more women who have experienced miscarriage and baby loss.
For the past four years, The Worst Girl Gang Ever has supported these women through this podcast by sharing personal stories of grief and we’ve built an international community. However, to expand our impact we needed charitable status. Achieving this goal in October allows us to greatly increase the accessibility of our courses and support groups by making them free.
We have dedicated a lot of time and effort to make this vision a reality and now as a registered charity we can help every woman feel less alone during one of the darkest times in their life by addressing both the practical and emotional hardships of this experience.
Donate: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk
Sign up to our newsletter to receive love and support throughout October: https://tinyurl.com/theworstgirlgangever
0:00 Launching the Worst Girl Gang Ever Charity
18:12 How the podcast began
18:33 Growth and Recognition of the Podcast
18:48 Developing the Pathway to Recovery Course
21:57 Transition to a Charitable Organisation
22:34 Achieving Charitable Status
31:13 Engaging the Community and Future Plans
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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This episode features an in-depth discussion with community member Eleanor, who bravely shares her heartbreaking journey with recurrent pregnancy loss.
She opens up about her first relatively straightforward pregnancy in 2019, followed by a series of devastating miscarriages over the next few years. She describes the emotional toll of each loss, the frustration with the medical system, and her determination to find answers through holistic approaches.
Eleanor shares her most recent steps, including undergoing IVF and working closely with a fertility acupuncturist and naturopath to address potential underlying issues. She also discusses the value of a holistic approach, the limitations of the traditional medical system, and the power of community in healing.
In this episode, you'll discover:
The emotional and deeply personal toll of recurrent pregnancy loss
Eleanor’s frustration with the medical system and the need for more comprehensive, holistic support
The importance of self-care, finding joy, and taking breaks during the fertility journey
An exploration of the available holistic approaches, including acupuncture, nutrition, and immune testing
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In 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 and engaging in activities that bring joy and a sense of purpose.
In this episode, you'll discover:
The emotional impact of Sarah’s miscarriage
Challenges she faced in navigating the healthcare system during her loss
Strategies for finding community support and the value of sharing experiences
Advice on personal growth and rediscovering fulfilment after a devastating event
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In 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 creating spaces where grief can be openly expressed and honoured, rather than brushed aside.
In this episode, you'll discover:
A heartfelt and honest discussion about the realities of pregnancy loss
Insights into the crucial role of healthcare professionals and the impact of their words
Selina's motivations to establish the White Butterfly Foundation
What the Foundation does, upcoming events, and how it can support you
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Today 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 path.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Laura's raw and honest account of recurrent pregnancy loss and the emotional toll it takes
Insights into navigating the medical system and societal expectations as a woman with existing children
The importance of support, both personal and professional, in Laura's grieving process
The bittersweet journey of Laura welcoming a child after previous losses
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Today 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 Navigating Grief and Loss
12:15 - The Importance of Acknowledging Difficult "Ugly" Emotions
17:30 - Strategies for Managing Overwhelming Thoughts and Sensations
34:15 - Practical Tools for Honouring Grief and Nurturing Healing
To connect with Suzy, visit her website: https://www.suzyreading.co.uk/ or follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzyreading/
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Point 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 need for better support for men.
Stephen also talks about the coping strategies that helped him, including mental health tools and support from his workplace and the Forget Me Not Fund. He reflects on the complexities of navigating a pregnancy after loss, highlighting the importance of finding joy in the present while managing emotional triggers.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Stephen's journey with the loss of his daughter Amelia
The isolation experienced by men during the grieving process
Coping mechanisms and support systems for Stephen and his wife
Navigating pregnancy after loss and the birth of their son, Oliver
How milestone occasions can be emotional triggers
The value of focusing on creating new memories
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In 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 and journaling to process her emotions.
The gang also discusses feeling bitter towards those who appear to be “luckier” than you, and the importance of having a space to explore these emotions safely.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Why it took April so long to recognise the issues her and her partner were having
How they eventually overcame their fertility struggles
The importance of finding community
The value of having a space to express your negative emotions
Why not all the memories of unsuccessful pregnancies are negative
If you’d like your own copy of April’s Miscarriage Journal, you can get it at https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/MiscarriageJournal
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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In 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, you'll discover:
Amy’s personal experience with an unexpected pregnancy and deciding to have a medical abortion
Her fertility treatment and mix of emotions as she continues to navigate her fertility struggles
The challenges of navigating her personal situation in a male-dominated workplace
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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This episode features a powerful conversation with Tom de Freston, a published author who has written about the devastating experience of miscarriage and baby loss. Tom shares his and his wife Kiran’s personal journey, including the loss of twins and a subsequent ectopic pregnancy.
He describes the lack of adequate information and support they received, as well as the emotional toll the experiences took on their relationship. From heartbreaking separations due to the Covid-19 pandemic, to ignorant comments from medical professionals, Tom articulates the experiences of far too many people.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Tom and Kiran’s experience of recurrent losses
The lack of adequate information and support they received, and the emotional toll it had on their relationship
The pain caused by their forced separation during key moments due to Covid-19
The insensitive, and downright racist, language used by a medical professional
Writing as a way to explore grief and connect with people
You can purchase Tom’s book “Strange Bodies: A Story of Loss and Desire” here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Strange-Bodies-Story-Loss-Desire/dp/1783789891
And you can connect with him here: https://www.instagram.com/tomdefrestonart/?hl=en
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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Trigger Warning:
This episode contains explicit discussions and graphic details about female genital mutilation (FGM) and child abuse.
In this week's episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we're taking a different approach. We recently had the opportunity to speak at a Midwifery Conference where we met the inspiring Hibo Wardere.
Hibo, a Somali-born advocate against female genital mutilation (FGM), is an author and public speaker. After fleeing the Somali Civil War as a teenager in 1989, she moved to London as a refugee. Her impactful testimonies and advocacy have established her as one of the leading voices against FGM in Britain, with her work featured in numerous publications.
In this episode, you'll discover:
Hibo's courageous journey to escape the civil war and seek refuge in London
The Headteacher of her school requesting that she address and educate her colleagues about FGM
Her personal experience as a survivor of FGM
Her ongoing efforts to protect women and girls
The steps needed to eradicate FGM entirely
Get in touch with Hibo on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hibowardere/, Twitter https://x.com/HiboWardere/, or email her directly [email protected]
Find out more about her charity ‘Educate not Mutilate’ here: https://educatenotmutilate.secureserversites.net/
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 range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/
The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be.
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