How has Dad Always helped you redefine fatherhood after your loss?

This is part 2 of my conversation with Michael Elliot. We resume from where we left off last week, and explore fatherhood after miscarriage through vivid memories, tangible rituals, and the everyday courage it takes to speak a child’s name that few got to meet. Grief is framed as love that changed color, sustained by community, storytelling, and symbols that keep a bond alive.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• the last of firsts and unrealized milestones
• identity as a dad after loss
• bracelets, tattoos, and wind chimes as anchors
• grief as a continuation of love
• breaking the silence and reducing stigma
• better questions for supporting grieving parents
• community care during and after a loss
• returning to work and navigating awkward spaces
• choosing to move forward, not move on

RELATED EPISODES

• Who Gets To Grieve When A Baby Dies? (part 1)
• The Elephant In The Room
• Reimagining Life After Loss

SUPPORT PATHWAY

If you are a bereaved dad who's quietly struggling to cope with baby loss and you'd like to talk one-on-one, request a private 20-minute conversation by emailing info@dadalways.com.

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Theme Music: "Love Letter” was created using AI as a creative tool, with lyrics and direction shaped by the personal experiences and emotional intent of the host.

Show Music from Soundstripe

Love Poems by Lunareh

Time Shift by Reveille