Perinatal loss
The Dos and Don’ts of Supporting Loss Families: 10 Mistakes to Avoid
Content Note: Perinatal Loss We never know when we may have to support a loss Supporting a family through perinatal loss is one of the most profound, heart-wrenching, and delicate roles a doula can step into. It is also as unexpected for us providers as it is for our clients. It’s a space where there…
Read Morewhat I wish people understood about pregnancy loss
Written by Meg Kant what I wish more people understood about pregnancy loss **Content warning** discussion of pregnancy loss My first pregnancy ended in a second-trimester miscarriage; I delivered my baby, Zennon at 4.5 months pregnant. After losing Zennon many people in my life tried to help make me feel better but fell short. Their…
Read Morethe most impactful thing my therapist ever said to me
Written by Meg Kant IF YOU WOULD RATHER LISTEN TO ME READ THIS BLOG, CLICK HERE CONTENT NOTE: Discussion of Pregnancy Loss the most impactful thing my therapist ever said to me In 2018 my oldest son was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Navigating the physical supports and schedule changes needed was an incredibly difficult…
Read MoreProcessing Trauma: The time I f*cked up and posted a blog I shouldn’t have
Written by Meg Kant Processing Trauma The time I posted a blog I shouldn’t have CONTENT WARNING: PREGNANCY LOSS If you happened to read last week’s blog, then you know that I specialize in working with pregnant people + parents who are at risk of developing and/or have a PMAD (Perinatal Mood + Anxiety Disorder).…
Read MoreWhat do you say? Supporting a sister during the loss of her baby
On mother’s day at 6:30 am I got a call from my baby sister. Now I love my sister, but 6:30 am on almost any day in my world is too early for a call, especially a Sunday. Needless to say I was not my bright sunny self. “I just called to wish us a happy mother’s…
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