This is the story of Nikki and Max. Nikki is mother to three sons, Julien, Max and Noah. Max was being lovingly nourished and growing during pregnancy but sadly he was diagnosed with severe hypoplastic left heart syndrome and would not be able to survives after birth. Nikki shares her pregnancy journey with Max and how difficult it is to say hello and good-bye at the same time. Nikki is passionate about opening up the discussion around pregnancy loss and the social taboos surrounding early pregnancy and the isolation women can feel. Max will forever be a part of the Petersen family and we thank Nikki and Max for the beautiful messages shared today. Content warning: This episode discusses stillbirth, pregnancy loss and miscarriage. This content may be distressing for some listeners. Below is a list of resources SANDS Australia- Miscarriage, stillbirth & newborn death support http://www.sands.org.au Stillbirth awareness - Red Nose supports families who have experienced the death of a baby during pregnancy and is working collaboratively with the researchers and allied organisation to help prevent stillbirth https://rednose.org.au/ Bears of Hope- Pregnancy and infant loss support https://www.bearsofhope.org.au/ Stillbirth Foundation Australia https://stillbirthfoundation.org.au/ Credits: Hosts- Rebecca Gallagher & Caitlin Epps Guest- Nikki Petersen Follow The Loss Mothers on social media Instagram- @thelossmothers Facebook- (2) The Loss Mothers | Facebook