In this emotional episode of Shattered Silence, we sit down with Britt Smithson—a talented hair extension stylist and brave mother who shares her heartbreaking journey of losing her baby at 38 weeks.With powerful vulnerability, Britt opens up about what it’s really like to experience stillbirth, deliver a baby in silence, and face the postpartum period without the child she carried. She sheds light on the often unspoken pain of infant loss, the isolation that follows, and how she's found purpose and hope in the aftermath.This episode is not only a tribute to her baby but also a message of connection for others walking a similar path. Britt’s story is a reminder that healing is possible—even after the most devastating of losses.
Trigger warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss and may be difficult for some listeners.
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