If you’re here because your friend or family member has just lost a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, failed embryo transfer, termination for medical reasons, SIDS, ectopic pregnancy or any other type of loss…Thank you. It is so important to support yourself so you can support the people you love. So often we don’t know how to approach this, what to say, what to do and you for sure don’t want to mess this up. One of the hardest things for loss moms is the secondary losses where they feel like...
Mar 09, 2023•25 min•Ep. 130
In just a few weeks we are celebrating the tenth birthday of our stillborn daughter, Lauren. I've noticed a heaviness leading up to this important milestone and I wanted to share with you how I handle waves of grief. Whether you are deep in the storm of fresh loss or a little further out you will be able to be kinder to yourself and have a plan for how to deal with grief waves. We know that they will come, but it's a lot less scary when you are ready for them. To schedule a free connection call,...
Mar 02, 2023•18 min•Ep. 129
Do you ever feel like you have the same conversation over and over? With your partner, your friend, your doctor, your co-workers and you get nowhere? Do you have a conversation you know you need to have but you're putting it off because you're not sure how it will go? It’s so frustrating! On today’s podcast I’m breaking down some simple shifts in the way you communicate that will help you get what you want. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonesc...
Feb 07, 2023•23 min•Ep. 128
Womens’ health and hormone expert Maisie Hill is with us today on the podcast and you are going to love it! Maisie shares her extensive background in caring for women with an emphasis on working WITH your menstrual cycle to take exquisite care of yourself. Maisie understands the grief of miscarriage and has such wisdom to share about how to heal your body and spirit after loss. She’s the author of Period Power and Perimenopause Power. I’m asking all the things you’ve always wanted to know about ...
Jan 26, 2023•40 min•Ep. 127
I used to put myself last for everything. Last to eat when the food was cold, last to sleep once everyone else was settled, last to get new clothes, last to do what I wanted to do. It felt good in some ways to sacrifice. I got to tell myself I was a good mom and wife and human because I put my needs last. But I started feeling really resentful, tired and unappreciated. None of that helped me be the person I wanted to be. All of that changed when I let myself invest in myself. I hired a life coac...
Jan 20, 2023•25 min•Ep. 126
When you're grieving you need to be prepared for anything. In today's episode I'm sharing one of my favorite ways to look at learning the skills you need to navigate life after babyloss. We're packing our bag and heading to the beach to enjoy the day! Come with us! January 2023 only-free Make room for Magic calls are available. Email amy@smoothstonescoaching.com to set up yours, free. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my websit...
Jan 12, 2023•24 min•Ep. 125
As we start a new year I want you to make room for magic! You may have lost your belief, or you may be ready to open up to bringing more good to you. Whereever you are, this episode is for you. What I call magic is that indefinable energy that wants to bless our lives. It's all around us, all we have to do is make room and invite it in! January 2023 only! Want to Make Room for Magic this year? Join me for a free coaching call. Email amy@smoothstonescoaching.com to get your spot. Space is limited...
Jan 05, 2023•25 min•Ep. 124
Why you gotta be so serious? Life is meant to be enjoyed, and play is a huge part of that. It’s well known that play is how children learn so many important skills but what about adults? In today’s episode we’re talking about how to break down the barriers to play and how much fun you can have when you open up to your inner child. You’ll be looking for things that make you giggle in no time. Search Smooth Stones on your favorite podcast app to listen. It’s going to be the best! To schedule a fre...
Dec 08, 2022•27 min•Ep. 123
Recently I’ve been answering a lot of questions from people who feel stuck. They want to think and feel differently about what’s happening in their life but it feels soooo out of reach. See, your brain offers you thoughts all day every day. Most of these thoughts just come uninvited and that’s where you can get into trouble. When you want to shift what’s going on, you learn to take back control of your thoughts by being intentional. But it can be hard when you don’t believe your new thought yet....
Dec 01, 2022•24 min•Ep. 122
Let's get to know each other better and have some fun! Today I'm sharing my favorite things and I hope you will think about your favorites and ask your friends and family about theirs. You can't not smile when you think about your favorite things. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Sign up for Peace in my Pocket and get flexible coaching through the holidays HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by ZingDog on Pond5...
Nov 17, 2022•19 min•Ep. 121
It’s the often shared second stage of grief. Those stages don’t apply to the death of a baby directly (they were created for people with a terminal diagnosis) but it’s still something I see my clients struggle with over and over so today we’re going to talk all about anger and I’ll give you my take on why we feel it so often, why it feels so hard to overcome and how to deal with that hot fire of rage that spills out and burns everything near you. You’re not alone in feeling this way and you can ...
Nov 10, 2022•22 min•Ep. 120
I used to think I was just a really nice person who wanted everyone around me to be happy. I did all kinds of mental gymnastics to keep the peace and if something went wrong…whoa! You know I had knots in my stomach and couldn’t stop thinking about it for days…maybe weeks or like, forever. Until I realized that what I was doing was spending a lot of time worried about other people’s emotions and not figuring out what I really wanted. If you’re a human, but especially a woman who was socialized to...
Nov 03, 2022•25 min•Ep. 119
Do you ever want to do something but just can't make it happen? Life seems to get in the way. You don't have enough time or money. You don't know how you would get it done. You feel stuck. Today I'm teaching you about compelling reasons and why they're the key to getting exactly what you want in a lot shorter time. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by ZingDog on Pond5...
Oct 27, 2022•23 min•Ep. 118
Do you see your baby in your dreams? Do you wish you could? Are your nights filled with nightmares? All of us dream and sometimes we remember them. I’m going to show you what to do with the dreams you are having. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by ZingDog on Pond5...
Oct 20, 2022•19 min•Ep. 117
As Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day is upon us, I’m sharing ways to remember your baby and others that will be meaningful and bring peace. Special days do not have to be awful anymore. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by ZingDog on Pond5...
Oct 15, 2022•15 min•Ep. 116
It feels so nice when you start to see longer breaks between grief waves. Then all of a sudden a tsunami seems to push you back right where you started. In today’s episode I’m going to tell you exactly what to do when this happens, and why it’s not as big of a problem as you think. Register for the How to Avoid Awareness Month Exhaustion Workshop and get a bonus month of support. Click HERE! To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my...
Sep 29, 2022•13 min•Ep. 115
There’s a reason sleep deprivation is used as a technique to break people down. Missing just a few hours of sleep can affect your mental, physical and emotional capacity so much. After miscarriage, stillbirth or babyloss of any kind, sleep can be elusive. In today’s episode you’ll learn how to manage everything on your plate when you’re tired. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by ZingDog on Pon...
Sep 22, 2022•19 min•Ep. 114
It’s easy to get stuck in our comfort zone, but if we want different results we need to try different things. In today’s episode I’m introducing to you a secret that will change your life. If it’s been a while since you last took a dare in middle school, buckle up, this is going to be fun! To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by ZingDog on Pond5...
Sep 15, 2022•21 min•Ep. 113
I was recently asked: "but how am I supposed to just stop and spend a long time processing my emotions, it doesn't seem possible to sit with them or journal in the middle of life." I feel that! As a busy mom and business owner I don't have a lot of quiet alone time. Luckily you don't need it to be able to learn the skill of processing your emotions on the go. Listen in today to hear how. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my web...
Aug 25, 2022•17 min•Ep. 112
Have you ever been so frustrated searching for something you've lost? It could be your keys or your phone or anything you need and can't find. Recently I was looking for something and it was nowhere to be found. I realized there a simple but profound lesson for all of us, listen in today to hear what it is. It just might shift the way you search for the things you really want in your life. I'm Amy and I'm a life after miscarriage, Stillbirth and babyloss coach! To schedule a free connection call...
Aug 18, 2022•14 min•Ep. 111
Going back to work or not after miscarriage, stillbirth or any kind of loss can be a very difficult decision. Today's guest Katie Joy Duke was working as a sucessful lawyer when her daughter Poppy was suddenly stillborn. Join us as Katie shares her journey to deciding what to do next. Her advice will be helpful for anyone contemplating how to balance their healing with their career. katiejoyduke.com Still Breathing Book Brunch tickets are live ! Use code YUMMY before August 13 to get $12 off. To...
Aug 11, 2022•38 min•Ep. 110
Resentment red flags show up when we are not taking care of our own needs. It can feel so draining and like you are trapped, Listen in to find out where resentment comes from and how to fix it so you can improve your relationships. It's easier than you think! Join me LIVE for brunch in Utah September 10,2002. Click here for tickets. Use code YUMMY before August 13 for $12 off. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Phot...
Aug 04, 2022•20 min•Ep. 109
What feelings come up when I say "anything can happen?" When you've been through loss, it can seem really scary. In today's episode we are flipping the script and opening up to how not knowing what's coming next can be the best thing ever. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Join Amy and Alexia for Brunch. Click HERE to join the interest list. What Ifs song Click HERE to watch Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by ZingDog on Pond5...
Jul 28, 2022•21 min•Ep. 108
Your relationship with your body affects you every day. So many people have a less than ideal relationship with what they see in the mirror. Add to that a postpartum body without the baby and it can be tough to wade through the crap you are telling yourself. In today's episode I'm going to share some of my best tips to get you back on good terms with your body, no matter how long you've been upset with it. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonesco...
Jul 21, 2022•15 min•Ep. 107
When you're grieving and healing after miscarriage, stillbirth or any kind of baby loss, it takes a lot of energy. It can seem like your passions are hiding away in a corner, and you're not sure if they'll come out again. That's why it's so important to be intentional in doing things that light you up. You need balance in your life to truly be yourself. To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @amy.smoothstonescoaching Visit my website . Photo by Canva Music by Zing...
Jul 14, 2022•18 min•Ep. 106
When it comes to making decisions, the way we think about ourselves matters. There's nothing like projects around the house to bring up these insecurities and frustrations. I've got the secret to how to be more confident in everything you do so you can get things done. Want coaching that works with your busy summer schedule but still provides expert support from Amy? Your wish is my command! Sign up for Peace in my Pocket ! To schedule a free connection call, click HERE Follow me on Instagram! @...
Jul 07, 2022•14 min
This one is for the parents fresh in their grief. It's everything you need to know to get started on this path you didn't choose for yourself. It's the tender advice that will help you through the moments when you don't know if you can even breathe. Please share it with anyone who needs it. And even if it's been a while, these are good reminders for you and your heart. You may even hear something no one has told you yet, but you need it today. Peace in my Pocket is now open for enrollment (summe...
Jun 30, 2022•12 min•Ep. 104
The fear of someone you love getting hurt or killed can be paralyzing after stillbirth, miscarriage or any kind of baby loss. Recently my son, my baby born after stillbirth, was hurt while riding his bike. In this episode I'm talking through what happened and how I handled it to show you how you can handle this, too. Trauma and your nervous system responding in overdrive doesn't mean you can't deal with whatever happens in your life. You can learn what you need to do to be aware of what's happen...
Jun 23, 2022•37 min•Ep. 103
Bereaved mothers tend to have more options when it comes to support, and their grief is often seen as the greater one. Her grief is generally more visible and therefore more supported. Partners need support, too. They may not have carried the baby or been as connected to the pregnancy yet, but they are still very much affected. In today's episode you will learn how to understand how grief can look different and what to do to help navigate life after loss with the men in your life. If you are in ...
Jun 17, 2022•23 min•Ep. 102
Everyone loves being right because it feels so satisfying, especially when youare grieving miscarriage, stillbirth or any kind of baby loss. But sometimes holding onto being right stops us from being happy. In today's episode you'll find out why this happens and how being wrong can be the most freeing thing to do. Want to have Amy in your back pocket whenever you need coaching? Sign up for Peace in my Pocket , voice messaging support that's there whenever you need it. To schedule a free consult ...
Jun 09, 2022•22 min•Ep. 101
