In episode 164, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares some words of encouragement for 2024 and an update on where Miscarriage Hope Desk is headed in the new year. Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and we appreciate your support! >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=E46AVDBGHUHGU OR https://account.venmo.com/u/miscarriagehopedesk FREE MEAL PLANS Do you need help getting healthy,...

In episode 163, founder of Miscarriage Hope Desk Allison Schaaf shares words of encouragement in discovering that you never fully recover from a miscarriage loss. Allison discusses freedom she has found in acknowledging that grief doesn’t adhere to timelines or deadlines, and that she will always keep a piece of her miscarriage experiences close to her heart. If you are looking for a mentor, MHD can connect you with a mentor (for free!). Reach out to [email protected] if you...

In episode 162, founder of Miscarriage Hope Desk Allison Schaaf speaks about emotions after miscarriage and notes that sometimes it may feel as if no one really understands exactly where you’re coming from. Infertility struggles are such distinctive situations and it may be hard for someone outside of that vantage point to understand. Allison offers an uplifting reminder that it’s ok if someone else doesn’t truly comprehend your unique perspective. If you are looking for a mentor, MHD can...

In episode 161, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf talks about the importance of personal mentorship after miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss. If you are looking for a mentor, MHD can connect you with a mentor (for free!). Reach out to [email protected] if you want to participate as mentor or mentee. Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and we appreciate your support! >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE...

In episode 160, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf talks about the practice of gratitude, and how much she appreciates each and every one of the members of this community. Thank you for all of your presence and support! Allison shares a simple way she has incorporated a practice of gratitude into her everyday life and offers tips to add this healthy habit to your daily rhythm, even amidst the challenging moments. ‌ Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, if...

In episode 159, Allison Schaaf shares her experience with investing in lab work after recurrent miscarriages to provide peace of mind that she was able to do everything possible and address any underlying issues. Allison highlights listening to your own instincts regarding the tests, giving yourself some grace, and taking ownership of noting and recording results to discuss with your doctor(s). Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and we appreciate your support! ...

In episode 158, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares how to find your support team after miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss. Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and we appreciate your support! >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=E46AVDBGHUHGU OR https://account.venmo.com/u/miscarriagehopedesk FREE MEAL PLANS Do you need help getting healthy, tasty meals on the table? Check...

In episode #157, Erin Iwanusa, LCSW, CDWF and advisor for Miscarriage Hope Desk shares more of her personal struggles with pregnancy loss and building a family. We get into many aspects of mental health, including giving yourself time to grieve and setting boundaries during the holidays. Erin was also on the MHD podcast, episode #47. CONNECT WITH ERIN - https://www.instagram.com/themiscarriagetherapist/ https://www.themiscarriagetherapist.com/ Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3)...

In episode 156, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf is personally inviting you to find time to get away if you are struggling with infertility, miscarriage or recurring pregnancy loss. Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, if you feel called to to help, reach out- [email protected] >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=E46AVDBGHUHGU OR...

In episode 155, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares encouragement and a reminder that you are not alone in your fertility struggles with miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy loss. Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, if you feel called to to help, reach out- [email protected] >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=E46AVDBGHUHGU OR...

In episode 154, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares 7 ideas for healing after miscarriage and pregnancy loss Forgive Yourself Therapy (esp EMDR) Spiritual/ Religious Connection Connect with Spouse Nutrition Movement Journaling Miscarriage Hope Desk is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, if you feel called to to help, reach out- [email protected] >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE...

In episode #153, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder, Allison Schaaf talks about her perspective on grief and the idea that grief is seasonal. Resources discussed in this episode include the journal “One Line A Day: A Five-Year Memory Book”, the book “Life is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age” by Bruce Feiler and “Redeeming Your Timeline” by Troy Brewer. We’ve opened up our mentorship program to ALL for the month of October 2023, reach out- [email protected] if you...

In episode #152, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder, Allison Schaaf, shares an exciting update- Miscarriage Hope Desk is now a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, if you feel called to to help, reach out- [email protected] >>> support the future of this podcast & DONATE https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=E46AVDBGHUHGU We appreciate your support! We’ve opened up our mentorship program to ALL for the month of October 2023, reach out-...

In episode 151, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares that the podcast will take a break for August and September. Make sure to check out our past episodes and the many resources linked below in the meantime! Have a topic you’d like us to cover in future episodes? Let us know! Reach out here: https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/contact/ ‌ TOPICS DISCUSSED: Miscarriage Hope Desk LINKS IN THIS EPISODE Contact us w/ topic ideas or questions:...

In episode 150, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares 10 questions to ask when deciding between medical miscarriage and natural miscarriage. Allison has experienced both of these scenarios so these questions come from her personal experience in making this difficult choice. 10 Questions to Ask: 1. Have I already started miscarrying? 2. How far along is the pregnancy? 3. What is your doctor recommending? 4. Am I experiencing any debilitating pregnancy symptoms? 5. What are...

In episode 149, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares 10 questions you should ask when trying to decide between a D&C and a natural miscarriage / expectant management. Use these questions to guide a discussion with your doctor to make the best decision for you. ‌ Have I already started miscarrying? How far along is the pregnancy? What is my doctor recommending? Am I experiencing any debilitating pregnancy symptoms? What are the risks of the D&C vs miscarrying...

In episode 148, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares her experience with the adoption process. Here are some tips and considerations to keep in mind if you’re thinking of adopting: 1. Find someone in your local community to talk to. Adoption laws and procedures vary by area. Ask around to find someone local to talk to if you can. 2. Domestic versus International This is a big consideration but I don’t have a lot of expertise here as I’ve only experienced domestic...

In episode 147, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares tips on how to find real joy in the first trimester after miscarriage. Allison’s 7 Tips for Finding Joy in the 1st Trimester After Loss: 1. Mantras: “Today I am pregnant” is a mantra that works well for me. 2. Journaling: I will sometimes write out my negative thoughts and then burn the paper. I also love journaling my mantras and affirmations, as well as gratitude journaling. The Pregnancy After Loss program includes...

In episode 146, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf talks about the importance of including regular breathwork sessions to find a sense of calm in difficult times. She walks you through a simple breathing exercise and discusses how breathwork has helped her on her fertility journey. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Breathwork, Breathwork Session, Finding Calm LINKS IN THIS EPISODE Breathe: The New Science of a Lost Art:...

In episode #145, Dr. Julie Bindeman shares her expertise on bereavement and workplace leave policies related to miscarriage. We talk about the current availability of leave allowed for pregnancy loss, how grief can impact us in the workplace, and what we can do to advocate for change. Dr. Julie Bindeman graduated from the George Washington University and is the co-owner of Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington in Rockville, Maryland. Her specialty is in the field of Reproductive...

In episode #144, Danielle shares her personal story of loss. Danielle experienced the miscarriage of her first pregnancy at home, around 9 weeks gestation. She found out (years later) that her loss was related to a blighted ovum, and since this time in 2016 she has experienced several other setbacks including a burst cyst and fibroids. Based on her wants and needs following her miscarriage, Danielle founded Tiny Hearts Remembered - a nonprofit organization with the mission of decreasing the...

In episode #143, Hannah shares her personal story of loss. After experiencing a miscarriage in 2016, Hannah and her husband were unable to get pregnant. Specialist visits revealed a “double whammy”: Hannah had polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and they were also dealing with severe male factor infertility. They were told that they were unlikely to ever have a biological child. When they eventually sought a second opinion, they decided to try IVF. Hannah talks about the grief associated with...

In episode #142, Tiffany shares her personal story of loss. After losing her son, Moses, around 16 weeks gestation, it took years for her to tell her story. Once she did, she began to finally breathe. Tiffany became curious about that freedom, and she wrote a book honoring her grief related to her pregnancy loss. Tiffany shares the importance of honoring your grief and finding ways to lean on a community. Her book, The Cry: Poems of Mourning Sickness, helped her to process her emotions and...

In episode 141, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder, Allison Schaaf, is here to discuss adoption. She shares her own story of feeling called to adopts, as well as questions to explore when considering adoption. Topics Discussed: Considering adoption, Feeling called to adopt, International versus domestic adoption LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: Allison’s Personal Story: Part I: https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/ep2/ Part II: https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/ep3/ Part III:...