A gentle holiday conversation about grief, hope, and trusting God when broken things stay broken.
Episode 186 starts a four part holiday series and the podcast's first virtual book club with Kristen Hernandez, author of Hope When the Holidays Hurt.

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A podcast for women who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. Listen in on honest conversations from real women as they share candidly about their own experience of loss and what it has looked like for them to navigate grief. If you have experienced the loss of a baby and are searching for hope and joy and just another mama who understands what you are going through, then this podcast is for you. If you are a friend or a family member of someone who has experienced the loss of a baby and are looking for ways to intentionally care...
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A gentle holiday conversation about grief, hope, and trusting God when broken things stay broken.
Episode 186 starts a four part holiday series and the podcast's first virtual book club with Kristen Hernandez, author of Hope When the Holidays Hurt.
Holiday grief meets Scripture without the usual platitudes.
This final holiday episode sits with grief instead of trying to talk around it. Kristen Hernandez joins the conversation to look at holiday pain, the lie that God's love has to be earned, and the way Scripture can steady faith when the season hurts.

Jonquilyn Hill chases one listener question per episode to the experts who can answer it.

Three hosts and psychologist Dr Emily talk vulnerability, therapy, and imperfection with guests.

Fearne Cotton interviews guests like Boy George and Bryony Gordon about mental health and identity.

Dr. Joy Harden Bradford pairs therapy insight with Black TV recaps, maternal health, and history.


This episode curates 10 favorite episodes from the Joyful Morning Podcast to help listeners navigate the holidays while dealing with grief and loss.
This episode provides five simple ways to support a grieving mom during the holidays through understanding, giving space, and showing up in her grief.
This episode offers hope and support for mothers grieving neonatal or preterm baby loss, sharing insights on grief and life after such a devastating experience.
This bonus episode shares a non-comprehensive list of thoughts a grieving mom may experience to help those who have lost a baby feel less alone and help others understand their perspective.
This episode offers hope and practical resources for mothers grieving a first trimester miscarriage or pregnancy loss, emphasizing they are not alone in their journey.
This episode offers five activities to honor a baby and find joy during summer, while also promoting support resources for women navigating grief after loss.
This bonus episode features Mary Margaret Powitz reading a letter offering comfort and validation to grieving mothers on Mother's Day, emphasizing that their motherhood is worth celebrating regardless of circumstances.
This bonus episode offers practical resources and reassurance for families experiencing grief after baby loss to help them navigate the overwhelming holiday season with hope.
This episode offers a heartfelt letter to grieving mothers, providing comfort and encouragement while emphasizing their enduring motherhood and the availability of support resources.
This special podcast episode offers support and hope to mothers, particularly bereaved mothers, through a poem and resources as Mother's Day approaches.
This episode features a Q&A discussion with Meg Walker and Ashlee Proffitt addressing practical and emotional questions about pregnancy and family growth after experiencing baby loss.
This episode offers a heartfelt letter of comfort and support to grieving mothers who have experienced infant loss or miscarriage, providing resources and community connections.
This episode provides hope and resources for mothers experiencing second trimester pregnancy loss, discussing definitions and personal perspectives on grief.
This episode reads a heartfelt letter offering comfort and resources to a grieving mother six months after the loss of her baby.
This bonus episode explores why grieving mothers continue to talk about their lost babies, offering insights for both those who have experienced such loss and those supporting them.
This milestone 200th episode of The Joyful Mourning Podcast serves as a starter kit, recommending 20 episodes to help grieving women find hope, joy, and practical support after baby loss.
This bonus episode features a prayer from Every Moment Holy, Volume 2, offering spiritual comfort for those struggling with grief and loss during holidays and special occasions.
This bonus episode discusses why raising awareness about pregnancy and infant loss is important, featuring insights from a grieving mom during Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Mary Esther Caldwell shares her personal journey through infertility, the miraculous pregnancy and loss of her daughter at 22 weeks, and discusses grief, lament, faith, and navigating friendships after loss.
This episode offers a compassionate letter to grieving mothers who have lost a baby, providing comfort and support through shared experiences and resources.
This special podcast episode offers support and comfort to mothers, especially those grieving or facing complex emotions around Mother's Day, through a poem and resources.
This episode is an annual Q&A where the host shares personal insights about grief, life after loss, and her journey over nearly 15 years, while promoting a supportive community for women experiencing similar losses.
This episode offers support and resources for grieving mothers, particularly around Mother's Day, through a letter and community engagement.
This episode offers a heartfelt letter of comfort and support to grieving mothers who have experienced loss, particularly those leaving the hospital without their babies.
This episode features an interview with Lauren Hendricks discussing her experiences with two first-trimester losses, including the emotional and physical toll, navigating faith, and pregnancy after loss.
Mary Holloman shares her personal journey through consecutive first trimester losses, discussing grief, faith, and practical strategies for managing anxiety during pregnancy after loss.
This episode reads a heartfelt letter offering comfort and validation to grieving mothers who feel isolated in their loss, particularly around Mother's Day.
This episode features an interview with Natalie DiCicco discussing her experiences with first and second trimester pregnancy losses, navigating grief, pregnancy after loss, and the impact on her faith.
This episode shares key takeaways from the book 'What Grieving People Wish You Knew' and discusses how to navigate grief, particularly for women who have experienced baby loss.
This episode offers a compassionate letter to a mother grieving the recent loss of her baby, providing comfort through faith and acknowledging her unique journey.
This episode offers hope and practical resources for mothers navigating grief after receiving a life-limiting diagnosis for their baby, focusing on pregnancy, loss, and life after such a devastating experience.
This episode addresses questions about navigating the holiday season while grieving the loss of a baby, offering hope and practical resources for grieving mothers.
This episode provides hope and guidance for mothers experiencing third trimester pregnancy loss or stillbirth, addressing grief and life after such devastating events.
This episode reads a compassionate letter offering comfort and hope to mothers experiencing miscarriage, addressing the emotional journey and specific moments like waiting for medical results.
This episode provides hope and practical resources for mothers grieving infant loss, addressing common causes and emphasizing personalized support.
This episode reads a heartfelt letter from a mother who experienced stillbirth, offering support and reflection on grief during the period between diagnosis and birth.
This episode shares simple coping strategies for managing grief after baby loss, including practical tools like a free worksheet and resource bundle.
This episode provides advice and 10 simple ideas for bereaved mothers to prepare for and celebrate Mother's Day while navigating grief from pregnancy or infant loss.
This episode features a heartfelt letter offering comfort and understanding to a grieving mother experiencing the quiet emptiness after losing her baby.
This episode offers a heartfelt letter of support and comfort to mothers grieving after receiving a difficult prenatal diagnosis for their baby.
This episode offers a heartfelt letter and supportive resources for mothers grieving a miscarriage, emphasizing community and healing.
This episode features an interview with Danielle Anderson, a bereavement doula and wellness coach, discussing how to pursue healing and find hope while navigating grief, particularly after the loss of a child.
Monica Harris shares her emotional journey of receiving a life-limiting diagnosis for her son, navigating grief and faith while pregnant with another child facing a difficult diagnosis, and discussing how to support grieving mothers.
This episode features an interview with KC Tregoning about navigating her son's rare life-limiting diagnosis, practical tips for managing medical care, finding purpose after loss, and how faith and community can support grieving parents.
This episode shares 10 essential insights about grief after baby loss, offering hope and practical support for grieving mothers based on the host's 15-year experience.
This episode offers three insights and practical tips for grieving mothers navigating the transition into a new year, focusing on reflection, hope, and self-care.
This episode offers a heartfelt letter providing comfort and hope to a grieving mother who has just received a difficult diagnosis for her baby, addressing the pain and unfairness of grief.
This episode is part three of a holiday series where host and guest Kristen Hernandez discuss finding hope during the holidays after pregnancy or infant loss, using the Advent Journal and biblical stories like the shepherds to offer comfort and community support.
In this episode, host Ashley Prophet and guest Kristin Hernandez discuss finding hope during the holidays after pregnancy or infant loss.
In this final episode of a holiday series, Kristin Hernandez discusses grappling with God's love after infant loss and offers practical wisdom for navigating Christmas and the New Year as a grieving mother.
Kristen Hernandez says grieving mothers can be sad at Christmas without losing gratitude for Jesus.
Episode 184 of The Joyful Mourning addresses pregnancy and infant loss during Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Seven women answer Ashley Prophet's question about wisdom, hope, and practical advice for grieving mothers during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.
Meg Walker says grieving mothers may need to speak their baby's name first at holiday gatherings.
Carmen Smith explains why adopting Josiah did not erase her grief over infertility or her desire for pregnancy.