Episode 17: Embracing and Navigating Grief on Your Fertility Journey

In this episode, Jennifer talks with Alyssa Rose. Alyssa walks with those navigating life's  most profound transitions. As a Grief Tender and Death Doula in Portland Oregon, she bridges ancient ritual practices with modern somatic therapies to create sacred spaces for those facing loss, death and deep change.

Drawing from her extensive work with hundreds of families and communities, Alyssa’s unique approach to grief care honors the somatic, emotional and spiritual dimensions of the liminal and alchemical process of grieving.

Alyssa is passionate about creating a grief literate culture that is resilient and compassionate enough to hold us through life’s challenges and uncertainties.  It is here that we practice belonging and transform a culture sick with loneliness into one ripe with connection. 

Key topics discussed:

• The many ways that grief shows up in a fertility journey
• The 5 gates of grief
• When grief coincides with joy
• Making the invisible visible
• The power of rituals, practices or grief connection to help mark your grief
• Ask for what you want from others, such as, “Do you need to be helped, heard or hugged?”
• Grief is an ongoing expression of our love, and is not linear
• What to do when grief feels too hard
• Navigating grief as partners
• Practical tips for handling grief when it catches you off guard

Resources Mentioned:

• Frances Weller

Connect with Alyssa:

• www.alyssarosehealingarts.com 
• [e-mail]
• Instagram: @alyssarosehealing
• Alyssa’s Retreats/Rituals 

Connect with Jennifer:

• Schedule a free Fertility Support Session
• Follow her on Instagram for more tips and insights: @jennredmondinhc

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