Cry It Out Loud: Navigating Infertility, Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Infant Loss & Pregnancy After Loss

Welcome back to Cry It Out Loud, the podcast where we dive deep into the real, raw, and often unspoken sides of infertility, pregnancy loss, parenthood, and healing.

In today’s powerful episode, we’re joined by Samantha Sepulveda — you may recognize her as a New York City police officer, international model, or from Netflix’s hit series Million Dollar Secret. But today, Sam steps out of the spotlight and into the truth of her own st...

Get ready for an unforgettable episode of Cry It Out Loud! as retired NFL player Corey Parchman opens up about his personal and emotional journey to fatherhood through IVF. This powerful conversation explores the highs, lows, and life-changing lessons Corey has learned along the way. From his days on the field to navigating the challenges of starting a family, Corey’s story is one of resilience, hope, and the power of never giving ...

Welcome to Cry It Out Loud!, the podcast where we get real about infertility, baby loss, and the journey of navigating pregnancy after loss. I’m Bernice, and here at Chasing the Rainbows, we believe in holding space for the stories that often go unheard—the raw, the painful, and the deeply personal. Because when you’ve been through the unimaginable, you deserve a community that truly understands.

Today, we’re cracking the silence on...

In this heartwarming episode of Cry it Out Loud!, we dive deep into the Bursting Bubble 5k Walk & Run—an event that is more than just a race. It’s a movement of healing, remembrance, and connection. Whether you’re in York, PA, Dallas, TX, Kenmore, WA, Ramsey, MN, or New York City, NY, or even participating virtually, this event is about supporting families who’ve experienced the loss of a child.

Our guest today is Kelsi Hagimoto...

Join us for an emotional yet empowering episode of Cry It Out Loud Podcast where we dive deep into the complex journey of pregnancy after loss. Maternal Fetal Medicine expert, Dr. Serena Wu, answers critical questions about infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, and the unspoken challenges of expecting after experiencing loss. 💔🤰

🌸 Have questions about your pregnancy after loss journey? Don’t face it alone—write to us...

In this emotional and powerful episode ofCry It Out Loud!, we sit down with the inspiring Lori Z., a mother who has experienced the unimaginable – from the pain of miscarriage to surviving birth trauma and navigating medical challenges. Lori shares her raw and courageous journey through loss, healing, and the unyielding hope she holds for her family’s future.

As Lori’s family embarks on a surrogacy journey to fulfill their dream of ...

Welcome to Cry It Out Loud!, the podcast where we uncover the raw, real truths about living after fertility loss and baby loss. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of fertility—separating fact from fiction with an expert who’s dedicated her career to helping women on their reproductive journeys.

Joining me today is Dr. Allison Groff, MD, FACOG, a board-certified OBGYN in Maryland. Dr. Groff is here to break down the m...

The first hours, days, and weeks after experiencing a fertility loss can be the loneliest, most isolating time of all. Where do you even begin to pick up the pieces? Join Cardiovascular Technologist and Professor Breanna Gruver as she courageously shares her personal journey through the raw, heart-wrenching moments following 6 babies lost: 4 miscarriages and 2 stillbirths over 5 years. This show is a safe haven for loss survivors w...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jennifer Canvasser, founder of the NEC Society, who shares her heart-wrenching journey through infant loss and how she transformed her pain into a beacon of hope for others. Join us as Jennifer opens up about her experiences, the mission behind her nonprofit, and the vital work being done to support families facing similar tragedies.

This is not just a story of loss—it's a story of resilie...

Infertility, Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Losses are all traumatic. This is the 2nd part of our series because there is a lot of emotions and thoughts behind these feelings. The fuel for our traumas, PTSD, and grief after our losses can be guilt, shame and blame which are completely normal. Survivors are speaking out about our deepest thoughts that arose after our losses with these feelings that aren't talked about in our so...

In this episode, we are discussing triggers that have happened to fellow survivors after we lost our babies. This is to help other survivors armor themselves when out in public but also for their support system to understand how to better comfort them in those moments. We discuss different coping methods and tools used that helped us when those overwhelming emotions and feelings came flooding in when we least expected it. Please tu...

Infertility and losing our babies are the greatest profound loss for parents. It's our worst nightmare. Having to figure life, who we are, and what our future looks like is hard enough without the feelings of guilt, shame, and blame that we experience on top of everything else. Some days we feel like we've run an emotionally and mentally marathon with grieving and mourning our children no longer in our arms. It's crucia...

Those first days and weeks after losing our babies is overwhelming and hard to navigate. Feeling isolated and alone, wondering how to move forward but not move on can be overwhelming. Join Breanna Gruver, a Cardiovascular Technologist and Professor, as she opens up about her journey through fertility loss, 4 miscarriages, and 2 stillbirths in just 5 years.

If you're seeking connection, unity, and support among fellow loss surv...

Jackie, our Minnesota State Ambassador, Chaser, and support mentor at Chasing the Rainbows, opens up about her coping strategies and the impactful moments that have shaped her journey through infertility. Previously featured on Season 2, Episode 9 and 11, she shares her powerful story, shedding light on the sensitivities surrounding infertility. Stay tuned for some exciting news we are eager to share!

For daily free support servic...

Today on our podcast, we have Toni Shearer, Director of Programs at Chasing the Rainbows. An infertility survivor and licensed trauma therapist, Toni shares insights on coping tools tailored for infertility, pregnancy loss, and infant loss survivors. Exploring new coping mechanisms is crucial on the journey of grief and trauma recovery. Join us as we delve into various tools like art journaling, memory quilts, memory boxes with let...

The infertility journey is a long and exhausting experience for parents, and it can be challenging to put into words. Each person's fertility journey is unique, but sharing our stories can provide support and comfort to others who may be going through similar experiences. We spoke with Tara Schenk in this podcast episode about her 8 year long fertility journey, which includes surrogacy and her desire to breastfeed her child. Du...

This week's podcast episode features infertility long hauler, Dani Wade, sharing her raw and real journey to parenthood to inspire and support others. Dani sheds light on her life, marriage, and self-care routine throughout her years on the infertility journey. By speaking out about her experience, Dani ensures that fellow infertility survivors feel understood and part of a supportive community. Listen in to feel connected and ...

Life so much lighter with less layers on. Grief and trauma changes us to our core and takes away our filter ability. We are raw and real about being our apologetically authentic selves when living the worst nightmare as a loss parent. But it also gave us the ability to not accept "pie crust relationships" or those that aren't able to sit with us in the trenches during our worst days. Those that cannot weather the stor...