356: How to Talk About Pregnancy Loss—And Why We Should

Frieda Hoffman is an executive coach, mediator, creative consultant and now, author. After experiencing her second miscarriage, Hoffman decided to write the book she and so many others needed: “Carry Me: Stories of Pregnancy Loss.” This episode discusses the reality of pregnancy loss, the resources Hoffman wished she had at the time, and the greatest gift you can give someone who has had a miscarriage. Content warning: This episode involves discussion of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. 

We discuss:

• Hoffman’s experiences with miscarriage

• How to show up for someone who has had a miscarriage

• The power of vulnerability

• How to talk about loss

• Three of the stories of miscarriage shared in the book

• My pregnancy journey and having one child

Books:

• Carry Me: Stories of Pregnancy Loss by Frieda Hoffman

Contact:

Frieda Hoffman:
Website: FriedaHoffman.com
Email: friedahoffman@gmail.com
Instagram: @friedahoffmanwrites
LinkedIn: in/frieda-hoffman-98725a15b
Facebook: /friedaah

Kari Gormley:
Twitter: @KariGormley
Instagram: @KariGormley
Clubhouse: @KariGormley

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