Light in the Darkness: How the Passing of My Son Saved My Life with Bessy Martinez

In this episode of the Everyday Jefa podcast, host Betsy Martinez shares her personal journey with endometriosis and miscarriages. She discusses the lack of awareness and conversation around these topics, particularly in Latino households. Betsy emphasizes the importance of advocating for oneself and seeking medical help when experiencing symptoms. She also highlights the need for empathy and support from others, especially when sharing vulnerable stories online. Betsy concludes by expressing her hope to help others feel less alone in their struggles. The Everyday Jefa shares her personal journey of pregnancy, loss, and healing. She talks about her excitement and anxiety during her pregnancy, her hopes for a girl but finding out she was having another boy. She planned to announce her pregnancy on Mother's Day but experienced spotting and ultimately discovered that her baby had no heartbeat. She made the difficult decision to have a hysterectomy to address her endometriosis. Through her healing process, she learned to be grateful, share her story, and find light at the end of the tunnel. Chapters

00:00Breaking the Silence: Endometriosis and Miscarriages07:03Advocating for Yourself: Seeking Help and Support11:28The Power of Empathy: Creating a Supportive Community27:06The Rollercoaster of Pregnancy and Loss31:40Heartbreak and Difficult Decisions41:04Healing and Finding Strength50:37Embracing the Light at the End of the Tunnel