Topics: secondary infertility, IUI, IVF If you had told college-babies Olivia and Jolene that they would be chatting on a podcast together 10+ years down the road, let alone all the losses they would have faced, we would have not have even understood a small bit of what you were saying. But I’m so thankful that we’re on this journey together. I can’t imagine life without friends like Olivia who have walked the motherhood loss journey with me and on their own as well. She sets a beautiful example...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Topic: Stillbirth In this second episode we’ll talk through the discussion questions for Kaitlin’s story. I was so thankful for all she shared in the first episode so make sure you go back and listen to her story that came out last week. I forgot to mention last week that at the time we recorded her story she was only 4 months separated from her loss. I was so thankful that she still agreed to share despite her loss still being so fresh. I hope that anyone else listening just weeks or months sep...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Topic: stillbirth I want to give everyone a heads up that this story was hard for me to listen to. You’ll know more of why it was especially hard for me later on, but I know some of you might need to know that it’s a hard story to listen to. All of these are heavy, but this one hit closer to home for some reason. Take the time you need to prepare your heart to listen. I am so unbelievably proud of Kaitlin for sharing this story that I know was so hard to do. So let’s jump in together (whenever y...
May 22, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 8
Topics: IUI, secondary infertility, IVF I had really been looking forward to chatting with Allie. A mutual friend connected us a while ago and it was great to finally chat and share the commonalities between our stories. Her platform is one that is so welcomed, needed, and appreciated in this community so I can’t wait for ya’ll to hear her story and more about what she’s done with her grief. You can reach out to Allie here: Instagram: Holding Both Email: allie@holdingbothllc.com Resources: Hello...
May 15, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Topic: stillbirth As with every single one of these women I was very proud of Victoria for sharing her story. When I first reached out she was very honest and said she wasn’t quite ready. I was thankful for her honesty and I hope others feel that they don’t have to share until they’re absolutely ready. When she was ready to share it was quite the story as you’ll hear today. Might want to get the tissues ready for this one. Let’s jump in to hear her bravery through this sad, yet hopeful story. Yo...
May 08, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Topics: stillbirth, miscarriage Welcome back to part 2 of Nor’s story. You’re really going to need to listen to part 1 to fully understand all we discuss in this second part of her story. We’ll cover the questions we end all stories with and dive deeper into the more emotional parts of her story. Resources from Nor's story: Penelope Photography (Instagram) Penelope Photography (Website) Molly Bears Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Instagram: Motherhood Off the Rails Email: motherhoodoffther...
May 01, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Topics: still birth, miscarriage The story you’re about to hear today has more ups and downs than any physical roller coaster I’ve ever been on. And trust me, I used to ride those crazy rides all the time! Because her story does have so much to cover, we’re splitting her story into two parts. Nor has been through more in her early lifetime than many of us have faced over 20+ years. And yet, as you’ll hear throughout her story, she still has laughter and smiles to share with everyone she comes in...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 4
Topics: IVF When I dreamed up this podcast I never in a million years would have imagined that our audience would have reached to an entire different continent. But here we are listening to the episode of our very first international guest. Thank you so much Laura! When we recorded this Laura and her husband were about to start their 4th round of IVF. So much of their story is yet to be told and I’m so thankful she chose to still tell her story in the midst of such unknown. Be sure to check out ...
Apr 17, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Topic: miscarriage Today’s episode is continuation of Andrea’s story from last week. If you haven’t listened to that one yet, make sure you stop what you’re doing and go back to listen to part one. You don’t want to miss the beginning of her story that ties in perfectly with today’s episode. I so enjoyed talking with Andrea and discussing the challenges and joys of creating a community of women working through their grief. I hope you find her community just as welcoming as you’ve found ours. You...
Apr 10, 2024•39 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Topic: miscarriage At the time of this recording it was the beginning of October which is Infant and Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month. Andrea’s story and how she channeled her grief were a perfect fit for this month. We discussed so many similarities between our two stories that we had to split this episode into two parts. I really hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. You reach out to Andrea here: www.thegriefnook.com www.instagram.com/thegriefnook andrea@thegriefnook.com Instagram: M...
Apr 03, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Topics: IVF, infertility In this second part of Meghan’s episode we continue to talk through the ups and lots of downs of her story. At one point in this episode I had the biggest eureka/light bulb moment so far in this podcast journey! I can’t wait for you all to hear it! Thank you Meghan for sharing your story despite the lack of a happy ending so far. I love it when someone shares about their rainbow baby or success after trying to conceive for many years, but this story was still so special ...
Mar 06, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Topics: IVF, infertility Have I ever had so much fun talking to a complete stranger?! I don’t think so! Meghan and I connected immediately and had so much fun talking that we’ll have to wait to hear the second part of her episode next week. Once we get to know each other and discover all our little connections we get right into her story. You’ll be experiencing it for the first time right along with me. You can connect with Meghan here: Instagram: Meghan Stiffler TikTok: Meghan Stiffler Instagra...
Feb 28, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Topics: miscarriage, infertility, In this episode, we talked all things boundaries, mental health, the child-free life, and our mutual love for horses! With Charlie’s expert advice we even touched on managing guilt and the ever-present family relationships when you’re walking through infertility. I gained so much from speaking with her and I hope you feel the same way. Her experience expands the reach of our Motherhood Off The Rails community to those who have a non-traditional story. I hope tha...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Topic: Infant loss I was super emotional this day so you might hear that in my voice. I’ve known aunt Kathy (no, she’s not my biological aunt) for over 20 years now. She’s my best friend’s aunt. I grew up with her daughter and our families will always share a connection. Sitting down and talking with her as a fellow mom and story-teller was a different experience that I can now add to our decades-long friendship. I discovered once again that helping women tell their stories is just as much for m...
Feb 14, 2024•58 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Topics: miscarriage The story you’ll hear today is about a medical experience that I didn’t even know existed until I heard it. For this to happen already to someone so young just broke my heart. But her resilience and hope that hasn’t dwindled was so encouraging. Since we recorded her story has begun a beautiful new chapter so be sure to check out her instagram account to see where she's at these days. Maddie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddie_a_harrison/ Instagram: @motr_pod ( https...
Feb 07, 2024•43 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Topic: infant loss If you missed part 1 of Andrei’s story please make sure you go back and listen. In the first episode we heard her entire story. Today we are talking through it and breaking down the hopes, dreams, and sorrows that were interwoven throughout it. Andrei is such a ray of sunshine and hope despite all she and her husband have faced. I hope you feel that hope radiating through this second part of her story. Instagram: @motr_pod Email: motherhoodofftherails@gmail.com Your story, no ...
Jan 31, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Topic: infant loss I needed to hear this story maybe almost as much as Andrei needed to share it. That’s what I’m finding out about so many of these stories. They are such a huge benefit to me as the host. Something I reassure everyone with at the beginning before we press record is that it’s okay to cry. This episode was no exception. This is the first part of Andrei’s story. You’ll hear part two next week. This first part was highly emotional and there was too much to talk through to fit in a ...
Jan 24, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Topic: miscarriage, grief in parenting Amanda and I have several connections through our family and friends, but this is the first and longest conversation we’ve ever had together. Both being mommas and both experiencing miscarriage connected us in a way that no other connections can do. It was a wonderful conversation filled with laughter and light-bulb moments that left us both fulfilled in the end. I hope you enjoy her open and honest story of motherhood, and the challenges while grieving ove...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Topic: embryo adoption Today we are continuing my friend Rebekah’s story. If you haven’t listened to part 1 of Rebekah’s story make sure you go back and listen to that first before jumping into the second part of her story. You’ll need the background info to truly grasp all of her story. Hope you enjoy the continuation of her story! You can contact Rebekah here: https://www.instagram.com/rebekah_perryman/ Check out the women's ministry we mention - Lane of Roses: https://www.laneofroses.com/...
Jan 10, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Topics: infertility, adoption This was my first episode recorded in-person and despite all the technical difficulties we faced, it was such a fun episode to record! Rebekah has been an amazing woman to be friends with over the past 5 years. She has such refreshing spiritual insight that has helped me in my own motherhood journeys. I remember coming to her when we were struggling to get pregnant the first time. She was a shoulder to cry on and gave me the exact words my heart needed to feel peace...
Jan 03, 2024•43 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Topics: stillbirth, pregnancy after/during loss, faith, grief It's very hard to believe that we have finally reached the end of season 1! Thank you to all those brave women that took the leap to tell their stories in this first season. I couldn't have done it without you. Mary's story had so much to cover that you'll be hearing the second part today. Make sure you go back and listen to part 1 first to get the full scope of her story. I am so thankful she was open, vulnerable, and honest in spite...
Nov 15, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Topics: stillbirth, pregnancy after/during loss, faith, grief This is the first part of our two-part season finale! (How are we here already?!) I only dreamed when I started this podcast that I'd meet complete strangers who would open up to share their story with me. Mary was the very first stranger-turned-friend to do just that. I had no idea when I started this podcast that I'd have episodes that would span two whole parts! But Mary's story had so many ups and downs to it that you'll be hearin...
Nov 08, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Topic: parental loss In today's episode you'll hear yet another story that expands the reach of loss and how different it looks across motherhood. The emotion is raw and unfiltered. My dear friend Annie may not have experienced the loss of a child, she has two beautiful little girls, but she lost a part of motherhood many of us take for granted: loosing your own mother in the process of becoming a mom herself. Annie would love to hear about your similar circumstances: anniegeorgia93@gmail.com In...
Nov 01, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Topics: infant loss I can't fully explain how proud I was of Tricia for stepping up and sharing her story. She's separated from her loss by multiple decades and yet you'll be able to tell that it's still very painful to share. She hasn't let the taboo that some in her generation have placed on loss and how we talk about it from speaking up about her son and encouraging others that have gone through similar journeys. You can reach out to Tricia here: Email: kyfam4000@gmail.com Facebook: Patricia ...
Oct 25, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Topic: infertility, miscarriage I know that so many, many of you will be raising your hand and saying, "Me too! Me too!" throughout the entirety of this episode. Since we recorded this back in like July, it's like I'll be hearing this for the first time along with all of you! I'm excited! Rachel, is yet another dear friend from college that really believed in what I was doing and stepped up to the plate even before we had a launch date! Thank you! You can reach Rachel here: Instagram: @learningw...
Oct 18, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Topic: infertility, miscarriage, adoption I have known Meggan since college and have been an outside observer of her story for many years. It was wonderful to reconnect in this way and listen to her story firsthand. I know that many of you will relate and be encouraged by her story. It's a new category that we haven't heard from before - adoption. I'm so excited for ya'll to listen in! You can reach Meggan on Instagram here: @meggan_413 Instagram: @motr_pod Email: motherhoodofftherails@gmail.com...
Oct 11, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Topic: miscarriage I've been waiting a while for this story to air. I lived this story with my sweet sister-in-law since 2021 and we've become even closer through all the grief and pain we shared. Even though I was excited to share this story, it was the first time I had to pause and really ask myself if I could walk through and share all the pain in all the future stories I'd hear. I'm so glad I chose to live out this dream and share in the sorrow. Did you know that 10-20% of known pregnancies ...
Oct 04, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Topic: mental health, health issues in pregnancy Today's guest has known me longer than any other friend! We've been besties since 4th/5th grade and have been through more than our fair share of ups and downs. Naomi's story expands the spectrum of loss to those that haven't lost a child, but have lost their ability to be a mother in the way they always dreamed. You can reach out to Naomi on Instagram: @naomitanatty Instagram: @motr_pod Email: motherhoodofftherails@gmail.com Your story, no matter...
Sep 27, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Topic: miscarriage It's only right that the second episode of this podcast would be the very first person I told about this podcast idea. It was an idea that came to me in the shower and I immediately texted my bestie, Giselle. She's been a cheerleader ever since. Her story is one that I know a lot of you will be able to relate to. The raw retelling of such a tragic story hit hard. I knew bits and pieces before hearing it here, but it was a completely different feeling sitting down and listening...
Sep 20, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Topic: miscarriage It's hard to believe that this dream of a podcast started back in February 2023. It took many long and patient months to get to this point and we couldn't be more excited, and nervous, to share it all with you. This episode isn't perfect, but we still hope that you feel a sense of community as you listen along. Feel free to reach out to Jolene's personal Instagram with any questions you might have for her or about her story. @mrs.jolene.combs Instagram: @motr_pod Email: mother...
Sep 13, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 1
