The Worst Girl Gang Ever

In this deeply moving episode, Jess from The Legacy of Leo shares her journey of navigating baby loss, grief, and the complexities of fertility treatment as part of the LGBTQ+ community. She opens up about the heartache of losing her son Leo at 37 weeks, the catharsis of writing and sharing her story, and the unique challenges she and her wife faced during IVF. Jess discusses the transformative power of finding community online, where sharing honest and unfiltered experiences offered healing and connection. She also highlights the systemic inequalities LGBTQ+ families encounter, from accessing fertility treatment to finding tailored bereavement support. Her story sheds light on the messy and emotional realities of grief, the guilt of finding joy after loss, and the importance of kindness and inclusivity. Jess advocates for amplifying diverse voices in the baby loss space and building better support networks for LGBTQ+ families. Whether you're navigating your own journey or seeking to understand the multifaceted experiences of loss and resilience, this episode offers hope, empathy, and inspiration. Key Topics Discussed: Losing Leo: Coping with stillbirth at 37 weeks The power of writing and sharing for grief and healing Challenges of IVF and fertility treatments as an LGBTQ+ family The importance of community and finding safe spaces Survivor’s guilt and navigating joy after loss Advocacy for inclusivity and tailored support in bereavement services Connect with Jess by 🌐 Visiting the website: https://thelegacyofleo.com/about/ About The Podcast: The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a raw, honest, and emotional podcast that explores miscarriage, infertility, and baby loss. Hosted by Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, it’s a space to break the silence around these topics and encourage open conversations about the often unspoken. This episode reminds us that no journey is the same, and no one should navigate loss alone. Let’s normalise the conversation and support each other with kindness and understanding. The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/ The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this deeply moving and insightful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we’re joined by Hannah, a courageous mother from Orkney, Scotland, as she shares her powerful journey through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and the complex emotions that come with it. Together, we delve into the realities of pregnancy loss, the inadequacies of medical support, and the strength it takes to navigate grief while raising children. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Hannah’s Story: From her first pregnancy to the harrowing experience of ectopic pregnancy and the emotional aftermath. Medical Challenges: The risks associated with contraceptive coils, ectopic pregnancy statistics, and the importance of listening to your body. The Role of Compassionate Care: How a supportive midwife made an unimaginable situation more bearable. Grieving Miscarriage: The unique complexities of grieving an unexpected loss and why all grief is valid. Life After Loss: Hannah’s ongoing journey of healing, questioning the future, and the power of acknowledging emotions. In this show we discuss Ectopic pregnancy recovery, Pregnancy loss podcast, Miscarriage support stories, Navigating grief after miscarriage, Contraceptive coil pregnancy risks, Postpartum challenges after pregnancy loss, Motherhood after miscarriage, Coping with ectopic pregnancy, Real stories of baby loss, Emotional recovery from pregnancy trauma SUPPORT THIS SHOW BY JOINING US: The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/ The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Arielle Bogorad shares her deeply personal journey through infertility, IVF, and pregnancy loss, offering a powerful insight into the emotional and physical challenges of creating a family. Arielle also brings a unique perspective as a former benefits executive, highlighting the vital role of workplace support and fertility benefits in transforming the paths of individuals facing fertility challenges. Arielle takes us through the highs and lows of her IVF journey, from the hopeful beginnings to the heartbreak of cancelled cycles and miscarriages. She discusses the grief of losing the future she envisioned, the societal taboos around infertility and baby loss, and how she leaned on community and advocacy to find healing and purpose. This episode sheds light on the systemic challenges in fertility care, offering advice for individuals navigating similar struggles and practical steps employers can take to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. Whether you’re currently on your own fertility journey, supporting someone who is, or seeking to understand the complexities of this deeply personal experience, Arielle’s story is one of resilience, advocacy, and hope. Key Topics Discussed: Arielle’s personal IVF and infertility story The emotional and physical toll of fertility treatments Navigating grief and pregnancy loss The role of workplace benefits in fertility care The importance of breaking taboos and fostering support systems The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway, and provides support, advice, and a range of emotional tools to help you through this difficult time. This is more than a support group. For more information and to join The Warriorship go to: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship/ The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful episode, Emma Menzies shares her deeply personal journey through miscarriage, infertility, and career burnout, offering a heartfelt and inspiring perspective on resilience and self-discovery. Emma opens up about the emotional and physical challenges of fertility treatments, the grief of recurrent miscarriages, and how these experiences shaped her path toward personal growth and transformation. Emma discusses the isolating impact of unexplained infertility, the toll it took on her professional life as a lawyer, and the moment she hit burnout—an experience that became a turning point. From there, Emma shares how she discovered the power of coaching, intuition, and self-awareness to create a fulfilling life despite ongoing fertility struggles. Her story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the importance of investing in oneself. This episode also highlights the importance of breaking the silence around infertility and miscarriage, offering hope and solidarity to those navigating similar journeys. Whether you're facing challenges with fertility, managing work-life balance, or seeking tools for personal growth, Emma’s story provides invaluable insights and inspiration. Key Topics Discussed: Coping with miscarriage and unexplained infertility The emotional toll of fertility treatments and repeated losses Balancing career pressures and personal challenges Discovering the power of coaching and self-awareness Letting go of control and embracing intuition Finding joy and fulfilment while navigating grief  The Warriorship is a membership to help you navigate life after baby loss. It covers every stage of the recovery pathway and provides support, advice, and emotional tools to guide you through this difficult time. For more information and to join The Warriorship, visit: https://theworstgirlgangever.co.uk/warriorship. The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest, and emotive podcast covering the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility, and baby loss. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show opens up the dialogue around pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo—let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are, and the ones that never came to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices