This is the podcast for Held In Our Hearts. We are a local charity providing baby loss counselling and support to families, with over 40 years’ experience of offering compassionate bereavement care in the community.
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Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast, where we explore the joys and challenges of parenting from the perspectives of both mothers and fathers. Join our host, Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, as she offers tips and advice on everything from pregnancy and childbirth to child development and family dynamics. Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned pro, this podcast is sure to provide valuable insights and a dose of humor to help you navigate the journey of raising a child. Tune in every week ...
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Join Faith to Feel host Dr. Geneus for insightful and inspiring conversations with amazing people from all walks of life about the power of faith. Every episode is designed to activate your faith, so you feel more of the love God has for you!
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Send us a text Sex After Having A Baby. The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree, with most having a DNP rather than a PhD. This highlights the rarity of both degrees, though DNPs are significantly more common t…
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Send us a text Is Sex Safe During Pregnancy? The Mother Baby Daddy Podcast is hosted by Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC. Fun fact: According to the AACN, fewer than 1% of U.S. nurses hold a doctoral degree, with most having a DNP rather than a PhD. This highlights the rarity of both degrees, though DNPs are significantly more com…
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Send us a text MMR Vaccine: Separating Fact from Fear. In this episode, Dr. Tonya tackles one of the most common concerns from parents: Are vaccines safe for children? She breaks down the science behind vaccine safety, debunks the long-standing myth linking vaccines to autism, and explains how real research, covering millions of children, shows vac…
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Why Do Babies Need the Bili Light & Is it safe?
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Send us a text Tackling Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't mis…
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Pacifiers: A Simple Trick to Help Prevent SIDS
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Measles: Protecting Children, Pregnant Moms, and Others
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Protect Babies From Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
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Send us a text All You Need to Know to Be Good Parents. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't m…
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Send us a text Naming and Raising Your Bay Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episod…
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Nasal Suction When Infant Can't Blow Nose
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Send us a text PCOS and Pregnancy Challenges. Learn how PCOS affects fertility and discover practical steps for managing symptoms to improve your chances of conceiving. Get insights on specialists, treatments, and lifestyle changes for better reproductive health. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of importan…
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Doulas For Medicaid Patients: A Game Changer for New Moms
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Postpartum Red Flags: When to Seek Help | Mother-Baby Daddy
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Send us a text Pre-eclampsia & Eclampsia; What You Need to Know Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they…
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Send us a text Iron Deficiency Anemia. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss an episode. T…
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Consejos de lactancia materna para nuevas mamás: cómo agarrar, alimentar y manipular a los bebés somnolientos
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10:32Send us a text Consejos de lactancia materna para nuevas mamás: cómo agarrar, alimentar y manipular a los bebés somnolientos Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about thes…
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Send us a text Emotional Support System of Marriage. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss…
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Skin to Skin Improves Blood Sugar, Oxygen Levels, Temperature & Weight Gain
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Understanding Breathing Pauses (Apnea) in Premature Babies
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7:06Send us a text Understanding Breathing Pauses (Apnea) in Premature Babies Visit our YouTube channel to see the video for this topic at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbFLOHUa69Y or click here. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnat…
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Send us a text How to Take A Rectal Temp In Your Infant Visit our YouTube channel to see the video for this topic at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbFLOHUa69Y or click here. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery,…
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Send us a text Preventing Sudden Infant Death SIDS. Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast. Here, we will cover a wide range of important topics during pregnancy, including prenatal care, postnatal care, delivery, and more. Listeners who are interested in learning about these important aspects of pregnancy can subscribe to ensure they don't miss …
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Understanding Infant Hiccups and Comforting Your Little One
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5:21Send us a text Ever wondered why your baby gets those adorable but puzzling hiccups? Discover the fascinating reasons behind infant hiccups and how to soothe them in our latest episode of the Mother, Baby, Daddy podcast. From swallowing air during feedings to having a full tummy, we’ll uncover the triggers and share actionable tips to help your bab…
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Send us a text Calming A Fussy Baby. Here are some tips to use. Gently cradle your baby in your arms, softly rocking back and forth while speaking in a soothing, calm voice. Create a peaceful atmosphere by dimming the lights and playing gentle lullabies or white noise. The gentle rhythm of your heartbeat and the warmth of your embrace can provide c…
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Building a Strong Financial Foundation: Money Matters
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Understanding Infant Gastroesophageal Reflux
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Send us a text Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast, where we provide valuable information to expectant parents to provide them with the information they need to help them understand and identify early warning signs, enabling them to navigate the healthcare system and receive appropriate treatment early, decreasing their risk of pregnancy compl…
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In this testimonial, Dr. Geneus offers behind the podcast information about the inaugural series Grieving Out Loud and shares reflections about the ways God creatively leads us beyond our expectations when we draw nearer to Him. Support the show Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matth…
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Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS): “Did you have a child?”
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49:26After her newborn daughter Jordan died of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Erica Banks experienced a fog of disbelief for years, unsure how she managed to go on living. Erica shares with Dr. Geneus the ways many might suffer in silence when they are confronted with questions, such as, “Did you have a child?” With few memories to account for an …
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Send us a text Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast, where we provide valuable information to expectant parents to provide them with the information they need to help them understand and identify early warning signs, enabling them to navigate the healthcare system and receive appropriate treatment early, decreasing their risk of pregnancy compl…
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He Died (Un)Expectedly Sunday while Conducting Easter Service
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27:59Dr. Erica (Butcher) Geneus’ grandfather Rev. Lewis Butcher’s obituary stated he died “unexpectedly Sunday, while conducting Easter service” on April 18, 1965 at Haga Mission church in Stewart, OH. In this special episode, Dr. Geneus and her brother, historian David Butcher, share their conversation with their uncle Rev. John Butcher and stories tol…
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Finding the Blessing in Goodbye: Grieving the Death of a Marriage
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1:08:31“Not only did I lose a mate, but a part of me died.” Never imagining divorce, and trying to avoid public scrutiny, Erica Banks wrestled with feelings of shock, anger, and shame. Hoping her testimony will encourage others, Erica shares her process of moving from internalizing blame to finding the “blessing in goodbye.” Her conversation with Dr. Gene…
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Childhood Vision of Heaven Ended Fear of Death for One Man
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51:58In this conversation, you will hear how Jesus appeared in a dream to 12-year-old Brandon Walker and showed him a vision of Heaven. This dream opened his eyes to a new perspective on life and ended his fear of death. Brandon also shares with Dr. Geneus how he was able to remain free from a death-anxiety grip after his first child died. Brandon’s sto…
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25 Years Later: A Son’s Journey Grieving the Death of an Estranged Father
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34:02In this episode of the podcast, Bretton Williams shares his experiences grieving his estranged father, whom he hadn’t spoken with in 25 years. He recounts the difficult questions he faced when trying to grieve someone with whom he had a complicated and broken relationship. He offers candid suggestions about confronting unanswered questions while wo…
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Podcast Trailer Support the show Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. John 16:22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. 2 Corinthians 1…
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Exploring the Business of Caring for the Dead and Ministering to the Grieving: A Funeral Home Director's Story
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43:36This podcast episode is an inside look into the funeral industry. Our featured guest, Earl Bright, a funeral home founder and director, shares his unique journey dealing with death and grief in an honest and thought-provoking way. Bright says there were “moments of levity” during his more than 40 years as a funeral home director and explains ways w…
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Faith to Feel: Introducing Grieving Out Loud (Season 1)
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1:52Hear sound bites from the first five inaugural episodes! Support the show Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. John 16:22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one…
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Join Dr. Geneus and Senior Pastor Dr. Rudy Moseley, Jr. in this powerful podcast episode as they guide listeners through personal examples of coping with the stress and heartache of many people dying within a brief period. You’ll be encouraged with practical advice on how to strike a healthy ministry-life balance while strengthening your faith. Whe…
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How Could God Let This Happen? A Mother's Grief After Losing Two Sons
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46:36This podcast episode will touch your heart as Keke Williams shares her raw emotions walking through the grieving process of losing two sons, both at the age of twenty-four, after a suicide and an unsolved murder. You'll hear about her struggles during times when she felt like God seemingly turned His back on her, not once, but twice. Her transparen…
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Episode 15: Steps on the journey as newly and longer ago bereaved parents
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39:26Angie chats today to Heather Taylor, our Principal Peer Supporter, who talks about her own journey as a bereaved parent to her precious daughter Eilidh, who died 26 years ago and to Mhairi Hayes, whose much loved daughter, Niamh died in early 2020. Together they reflect on the differences and similarities on the steps that they took on the road, wh…
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In this episode, Nicola talks to Heather, Lindsay and Katy who are all peer supports at Held In Our Hearts. They discuss many aspects of peer support and answer questions from the public about their role and the support they offer bereaved parents. If you have ever wondered what peer support is or have wondered if it might help you , then listen in…
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Tracy talks to Michael McQuire from Fort William and his incredible journey as a bereaved dad and how he channeled his own grief after the death of his beautiful son Kyle to support others. From setting up the charity Aman Cara and working tirelessly to fund a place that parents can go after the death of their baby. He talks about his dream to see …
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Episode 12: Introduction to Hospital to Home
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49:20Angie talks to Nicola Welsh, CEO and our two new Hospital to Home Workers, Jenni Morris and Christy Mulvaney about our new pilot project, supporting families alongside NHS Lothian colleagues, as they transition from a hospital to community setting. We spoke about the fact that it is Mental Health Awareness Week and the theme is loneliness, so it fe…
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Today Tracy Watt talks to Maureen Scott about her journey as a midwife. They talk about the challenges she faced as a new midwife and her journey with Held In Our Hearts She talks about her own family and in growing up it was never a career that she had thought about. Maureen talks about events that nearly stopped her becoming a midwife after being…
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In this podcast we talk about grandparents and their own unique grief journey. Michelle and Ann discuss anniversaries and how as time moves on, their love for their grandchildren grows. We talk about different conversations with other family members and navigating others through a complex time.By Held In Our Hearts
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Episode 9: Male grief – the healing power of sport
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52:54This podcast's topic is about bereaved dads using sports as a way to cope with their grief. Tracy Watt chats to Richard Skipworth and Fraser Baxter, who share about their own journey of grief as bereaved dads and how their unwavering support for the charity, kept them going through the challenges they set themselves. Richard and Fraser also talk ab…
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COVID-19 Vaccine for Pregnancy and Children: Update
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17:09Send us a text ORCOVID-19 Vaccine for Pregnancy and Children: Update See the YouTube video here at this link: https://youtu.be/UPIoE0bBXQ0 Check out this medical doctor's concern about the new Covid-19 pill here. Monoclonal antibodies are a standard of care to reduce hospitalization by up to 80%. They are safe and effective and it's a good chance t…
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Are Monoclonal Antibodies for Pregnant Mothers?
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15:33Send us a text Wondering are monoclonal antibodies for pregnant or postpartum mothers? In this podcast, I featured Dr. David Tharacher, Dr. Tim Spector, and Dr. Mike Anderson who will give us the answer and tell us why you should consider monoclonal antibodies. In addition, I will tell you how to get monoclonal antibodies for early COVID-19 symptom…
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Episode 8: Sibling support after baby loss
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52:55This episode features a discussion about sibling support and how children at different ages might grieve differently. Nicola speaks to Jamie Cameron about the work of Lyle's Light which was established after the loss of Jamie's precious twin daughter Lyle. Jamie's older daughter Cameron was 5 at the time and she was aware that she needed to support…
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Episode 7: Helping friends & family support bereaved parents
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42:09This podcast's topic is about helping friends, family and colleagues support bereaved parents. Angie Alexander chats to three of our befriending team Vikki Anderson, Katy Skipworth and Tracy Watt, who share their own insights about what they found comforting after the loss of their precious little ones and how sometimes it can just be the simplest …
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