Podcast Summary:

In this episode, Peyton welcomes Nicole, who shares her deeply personal and transformative journey through fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, and the birth of her children. Nicole discusses the emotional challenges she faced, the resilience she developed, and the ways in which her faith and community supported her. She emphasizes the importance of practices like Thanksgiving and savoring to cultivate joy and gratitude, even in the midst of pain. Nicole also provides practical advice for both those experiencing loss and those supporting them, highlighting the power of vulnerability, community, and finding hope in difficult times.

Nicole Zasowski is a licensed marriage and family therapist, sought-after speaker, and author of What If It’s Wonderful? and From Lost to Found. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and three young children. Nicole would love to connect with you on her website: www.nicolezasowski.com.

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What If It's Wonderful
From Lost to Found
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Show Notes

Summary
TJ shares his journey of grief and healing after the loss of his son, Luca. He discusses the impact on his family, the surprising moments of comfort, and the transformation of his faith. The conversation delves into the power of storytelling, the role of empathy, and the growth that comes from grief. The conversation delves into the themes of finding joy amidst grief, the complexity of emotions, the role of faith in healing, and the importance of community and support. TJ shares personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the impact of relationships and the pursuit of hope.

Takeaways

• Grief can lead to unexpected growth and transformation.
• Sharing personal stories of loss and healing can provide comfort and support to others.
• Faith and spirituality can be a source of strength and comfort during times of grief.
• Empathy and compassion for others are cultivated through personal experiences of loss and healing. Finding joy amidst grief is a complex and personal experience.
• Faith plays a significant role in the healing journey, providing comfort and perspective.
• Community and support are essential for navigating the challenges of grief and loss.
• The pursuit of hope and the importance of relationships are central to the healing process.

Connect with TJ:
The TJ Show Podcast
Nationally syndicated radio host (The TJ Show)
Instagram
TheTJShow.com
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Summary

This episode dives into the nuances of grief, motherhood, and resilience with Tanika Dillard, who shares her journey of loss and the ways she honors her children. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, support, and the power of words in navigating grief. Tanika offers valuable advice for those supporting someone in fresh grief and highlights the significance of hope and journaling in the healing process.

Join Tanika and other grieving moms on their healing journey at Gathering 2025: Look Up on March 1, 2025.

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Building a Family Breaks My Heart
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Host: Peyton Lauderdale
Producer: Carol Vantine

The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast is dedicated to helping loss moms and their allies overcome isolation and stigma, providing a platform to reshape the narrative surrounding baby loss. Hosted by Peyton Lauderdale and produced by Carol Vantine, this podcast is a compassionate and supportive resource for those affected by miscarriage and infant loss.

Each episode delves into the complexities of pregnancy loss, featuring heartfelt interviews with survivors, healthcare professionals, mental health experts, and partners. The podcast offers practical advice, emotional support, and inspiring stories of resilience and hope, creating a safe space for listeners to explore the multifaceted journey of grief and healing.

The podcast is part of Gathering Hope, a nonprofit organization based in Texas that reaches women nationwide through events like the national loss mom conference, Wave of Light ceremony, workshops, and various support programs. By fostering a sense of community and understanding, Gathering Hope empowers women to grieve and celebrate their lost children alongside others who share their experiences.

Whether you're a loss mom seeking comfort, a partner navigating grief, or a professional aiming to provide compassionate care, The Sucky Sisterhood Podcast offers valuable insights and a sense of solidarity. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to join Peyton and Carol on this journey of empathy, resilience, and breaking down the stigma associated with pregnancy loss. Together, we can make a difference through the power of community.

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In our final episode of the season, we chat with Erin Cuccio about shifting perspective after losing her son, Jacob. Practically speaking, we know it's a tough challenge to add to your plate when you're deep in grief. Listen as Erin describes how the Lord used drive time during multiple road trips to unravel things about herself and unveil truths about Himself. We also discuss how rainbows come in all shapes and sizes and how saying yes to help and support challenges our sense of vulnerability.

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Meet Jess! Getting to know her through her role as a Gathering 2022, Wave of Light speaker, and now a friend has been a joy. She is generous with her heart and her wisdom and today's episode includes a multitude of both offerings. Peyton and Jess talk about the duplicity of grief, the concept of "bouncing forward" and the ability for loss moms to hold the tension of various emotions simultaneously. Dive into her story and find hope in your own healing journey!

More about Jess: Jessica Latshaw has a BFA in dance performance from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where she also studied piano and voice extensively. She has performed musical theater on many stages, most notably, the Broadway tour of A Chorus Line. She has performed her own songs on cool stages, such as NYC’s The Blue Note Jazz Club, Boston’s City Winery, and the UK’s Sage Gateshead. Jessica is a worship leader at the Barn Vineyard Church in PA. She is also a podcaster, which she co-hosts with her husband TJ (The TJ and Jess Show) weekly, writes on her substack (jessicalatshaw.substack.com), and is currently in the final edits before releasing her first book—a memoir narrating losing and loving her son Luca. Home is loud and messy—mostly because of the three little girls she and TJ get to raise and not at all because she’d rather write music than fold laundry.

GATHERING HOPE CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT: You're invited to join other miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss survivors on their healing journey at Gathering 2023: This Is Our Story on October 7, 2023. Podcast guests receive $20 OFF by using the code GATHER20 at checkout! **Code is limited to the first 50 tickets purchased.** Hurry and grab your spot today - it won't be the same without YOU there, Mama! https://www.gatheringhope.net/gathering-2023

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• Website
• Substack
• Instagram

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In this episode, miscarriage and infant loss survivors will connect and relate with Rachel Lohman, founder of Hope Again Collective and author of the upcoming release, Miscarried Hope: Journeying with Jesus Through Pregnancy and Infant Loss. Get a sneak peek into her book and a preview of what's to come at Gathering 2023, our annual Gathering for baby loss moms. Rachel will be speaking for the third year in a row, encouraging fellow loss moms with a story that so many of us will resonate with. In this episode, we discuss faith and doubt, the research for her book that included over 400 loss mom's input, the Five Stages of Hope, supporting loss moms beyond the first few weeks, and the surprising way her church is finding new ways to love and acknowledge all moms.

Join Rachel and other grieving moms on their healing journey at Gathering 2023: This Is Our Story on October 7, 2023. Podcast guests receive $20 OFF *AND* receive a Gathering Hope "Sucky Sisterhood" mug by using the code GATHER20 at checkout!!! **Code expires August 31 and is limited to the first 50 tickets purchased, mug to be picked up at the Texas Gathering.** Get your ticket today! https://www.gatheringhope.net/gathering-2023

Pre-order Miscarried Hope at Rachel Lohman.com and listen to our first episode with Rachel here.

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Peyton from Slaying the Stigma and Co-founder of Gathering Hope and Bonnie Ruth from Barren Not Broken and Co-founder of Legacy Place are bringing us a powerful podcast collaboration. Both ladies show us not only sharing their stories but vulnerably inviting us into their personal grief journeys and how they have navigated that with their spouses, family, and friends. They ask each other a series of questions, bringing their perspective, experience, and honesty to the table. There are several just WOW moments for both ladies as they gleam from each other, not holding back and giving practical tools. Grief does not have to define us; there is a way through it.

Support the Show.

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Let's talk! Email us at info@gatheringhope.net.

Follow us on Instagram at Sucky Sisterhood Podcast and Gathering Hope.

Join us at Gathering 2025, our national loss mom conference, and use promo code: SISTERHOOD for $15 off!

Visit our website at suckysisterhood.com for more resources and support.