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Just after the one-year anniversary of Rebecca Mitchell’s son Jonathan’s stillbirth, she came across a baby’s obituary in the Dallas newspaper and felt compelled to send the grieving mother a sympathy card. That simple act sparked a powerful friendship rooted in shared sorrow. Within weeks, they connected with two other mothers who had also experienced the unimaginable loss of a baby.

What began as a few phone calls, emails, and meetups soon blossomed into something more — a community of healing. That’s when M.E.N.D. (Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death) was born.

In this episode, Rebecca shares her powerful journey through grief, how M.E.N.D. came to life, and the incredible impact it has made over the past 24 years. With chapters across the country, M.E.N.D. now offers monthly support groups, remembrance ceremonies, and education for healthcare providers on compassionate care for families after loss.

Rebecca also shares how you can start a M.E.N.D. chapter in your own community — because no one should have to grieve alone.

To all who find themselves needing M.E.N.D., her message is clear: You are not alone. You are deeply loved, and you are surrounded by women who truly understand.

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In this powerful and emotional episode, I’m joined by Linda Znachko, founder of He Knows Your Name ministry and author of the award-winning book He Knows Your Name: How One Abandoned Baby Inspired Me to Say YES to God.

What began as heartbreak over a baby abandoned in a dumpster became a calling that reshaped Linda’s life. She couldn’t bear the thought of a child leaving this world without dignity—and so began her mission to ensure that every life, no matter how short, is seen, named, and honored.

💔 Hear how God led Linda to give that baby a proper burial and how that one "yes" became the foundation for a ministry that now brings names, dignity, and honor to countless children.

Founded in 2009, He Knows Your Name is rooted in the belief that every life is sacred—whether a child took a breath or not. Linda has been called not through credentials, but through God’s equipping, to be an advocate for life—often, at the grave.

Linda also works alongside Safe Haven Baby Boxes, raising awareness about the Safe Haven Law and educating communities on safe, life-giving alternatives for infants in crisis.

🕊️ This episode is a must-listen if you believe in the power of honoring life, saying yes to God’s nudges, and making space for the voiceless to be remembered.

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In this short but powerful episode, I’m joined by Jen Rowray of Healthy Birth Day, Inc. and Count the Kicks to talk about an important cause—stillbirth prevention. I share my plans to travel to Washington, D.C. from September 17–19 to advocate for legislative change and life-saving awareness. One of the key efforts we’re supporting is the Shine for Autumn Act, which seeks to improve stillbirth data collection—something critically needed, as many stillbirths go unrecorded, hindering public health efforts to prevent them. The act also calls for increased access to fetal autopsy training to address the nationwide shortage of perinatal pathologists, and it aims to bring much-needed education and awareness to parents—many of whom have never even heard of stillbirth or prevention until they’ve experienced it firsthand. While in D.C., we will talk to legislators about the change we need to save lives—sharing our personal stories and the proven data that has already helped prevent countless stillbirths. We also discuss National Stillbirth Prevention Day, observed on September 19th, a day dedicated to honoring families affected by stillbirth and promoting initiatives to save lives. Additionally, we highlight the exciting launch of Count the Kicks in Louisiana, a state that loses an average of 344 babies to stillbirth each year. With its proven impact, Count the Kicks has the potential to save 1 in 3 at-risk babies—an estimated 97 lives annually in Louisiana alone. Whether you want to join us in D.C., support efforts in your local community, or help from home, this episode shows how you can be part of this life-saving movement.

Here are some ways you can help:
📝 Complete the Financial Impact Survey
🏛️ Light up a building in honor of National Stillbirth Prevention Day
📜 Request a proclamation for National Stillbirth Prevention Day
💬 Share your story to help raise awareness and encourage prevention
📲 Raise awareness on social media by posting facts, stories, or helpful resources
🧰 Click here: Healthy Birth Day Tool Kit

If you have any questions contact Jen Rowray: rowray.jenifer@healthybirthday.org

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Have you ever felt stuck after trauma—trapped in panic, fear, or constant survival mode? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Meg Roland, a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor with Clint Davis Counseling, to unpack what’s really happening in our brains after trauma—and why it can feel impossible to move forward.

Meg shares the same insight that brought me peace at a women’s retreat and helped me understand the deep effects of losing my daughter, Julianna Grace. For years, I didn’t realize that unresolved family trauma had already impacted my mental health long before that heartbreaking day. I nearly gave up—but God had other plans.

Through a compassionate and faith-based lens, Meg explains the importance of community, connection, and the healing power of secure attachment to both God and others. Her approach blends logic and emotional honesty to help us move toward wholeness—body, mind, and soul.

If you’ve experienced trauma or feel stuck in survival mode, this conversation is for you.

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In this episode, I sit down with my new friend and fellow homeschooling mom, Candace MacDaniels. Candace’s story is one of control, surrender, and challenging faith. After receiving a kidney transplant 25 years ago, she became immunocompromised and later developed autonomic dysfunction. Convinced that motherhood wasn’t in the cards due to her health, she set out to chase her dreams—until she met her husband.

What followed was a painful journey of losing 7 precious babies and wrestling with the need to control what felt out of control. But through years of grief and seeking God’s comfort, Candace eventually welcomed 2 beautiful girls.

Candace also shares how God used her health challenges to lead her into homeschooling—something she never thought possible due to financial pressures and student loans. But one exhausting workday changed everything, helping her realize the need to be more present with her family. Her health issues haven't gotten better but she’s learned to grab onto the Lord and her life has become a light to many around her.

Tune in as Candace shares how her faith carried her through heartbreak and into the unexpected beauty of motherhood, healing, and home education.

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In this powerful second part of a two-part series, I sit down with Jamie Strahl—a grieving mother turned passionate advocate—who shares the heartbreaking yet hope-filled story of her daughter, Heidi. What began as a routine delivery quickly turned into tragedy due to the negligence of a nurse and medical malpractice that forever changed Jamie’s life.

Jamie opens up about the moments leading up to Heidi’s birth, the unsettling behavior of the nurse on duty, and the haunting silence that followed the delivery. Despite her unimaginable loss, Jamie has chosen to honor her daughter’s memory in a beautiful way—through a ministry that sends birthday cards to grieving families in memory of Heidi.

With tenderness and strength, Jamie walks us through those early moments of grief and the beginning of her journey toward healing and purpose. Her story is not just one of loss—but of love, resilience, and the power of remembering. Listen in as we laugh, cry and celebrate the beautiful legacy Heidi is leaving on our hearts.

Grab tissues, listen closely, and be reminded of the power of a mother’s intuition—and the strength it takes to speak up, even in the most vulnerable moments.

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In this powerful first part of a two-part series, I sit down with Jamie Strahl—a grieving mother turned passionate advocate—who shares the heartbreaking yet hope-filled story of her daughter, Heidi. What began as a routine delivery quickly turned into tragedy due to the negligence of a nurse and medical malpractice that forever changed Jamie’s life.

Jamie opens up about the moments leading up to Heidi’s birth, the unsettling behavior of the nurse on duty, and the haunting silence that followed the delivery. Despite her unimaginable loss, Jamie has chosen to honor her daughter’s memory in a beautiful way—through a ministry that sends birthday cards to grieving families in memory of Heidi.

With tenderness and strength, Jamie walks us through those early moments of grief and the beginning of her journey toward healing and purpose. Her story is not just one of loss—but of love, resilience, and the power of remembering. Listen in as we laugh, cry and celebrate the beautiful legacy Heidi is leaving on our hearts.

Grab tissues, listen closely, and be reminded of the power of a mother’s intuition—and the strength it takes to speak up, even in the most vulnerable moments.

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Texas Representative Mihaela Plesa, the woman behind Everly’s Law (HB 37)—a groundbreaking bill that lays the foundation for improved prenatal bereavement care in Texas and, we hope, nationwide.

This landmark legislation was inspired by a heartfelt conversation during her campaign—when a neighbor vulnerably shared her story of losing her baby, Everly Grace Talman. That moment became the seed of real change. Everly’s Law ensures that families facing stillbirth, neonatal death, or fetal demise are met with compassionate care, counseling, and innovative bereavement technology. As of now there is no standard of care.

Right now, there is no consistent standard of care. Too often, families are rushed out of the hospital, their time with their baby cut short—leaving wounds that never fully heal. Everly’s Law changes that. It ensures families receive compassionate support, access to bereavement technology, and time to grieve with dignity.

Representative Plesa walks us through what it took to pass this life-changing bill, how it will be implemented across hospitals by September 1, 2025, and why this is only the beginning.

👉 CALL TO ACTION: Let’s make this the standard in every state.
Share this episode with your local lawmakers. Contact your legislators. Let them hear this story, share your story, so they can take action. Because every family deserves dignity in their grief—and care that truly honors their loss.

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