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Dad Always
Kelly Jean-Philippe
45 episodes
4 weeks ago
Send us a text Four words can slice through a tender moment of grief: “At least it was” (now, fill in the blank). We’ve heard it, we’ve felt the sting, and we wanted to unpack why platitudes show up so easily—especially around miscarriage—and what to say (and not say) when someone you love is hurting. Sophie from Miscarriage Mumma Support joins us again to explore the complex reality of baby loss, the social pressure to “look on the bright side,” and the deeper work of choosing presence over ...
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Send us a text Four words can slice through a tender moment of grief: “At least it was” (now, fill in the blank). We’ve heard it, we’ve felt the sting, and we wanted to unpack why platitudes show up so easily—especially around miscarriage—and what to say (and not say) when someone you love is hurting. Sophie from Miscarriage Mumma Support joins us again to explore the complex reality of baby loss, the social pressure to “look on the bright side,” and the deeper work of choosing presence over ...
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Mental Health
Kids & Family,
Society & Culture,
Health & Fitness,
Parenting
Episodes (20/45)
Dad Always
BLAW 2025 - Talking Platitudes with Miscarriage Mumma Support
Send us a text Four words can slice through a tender moment of grief: “At least it was” (now, fill in the blank). We’ve heard it, we’ve felt the sting, and we wanted to unpack why platitudes show up so easily—especially around miscarriage—and what to say (and not say) when someone you love is hurting. Sophie from Miscarriage Mumma Support joins us again to explore the complex reality of baby loss, the social pressure to “look on the bright side,” and the deeper work of choosing presence over ...
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4 weeks ago
40 minutes

Dad Always
BLAW 2025 - Talking Platitudes with Still Parents Podcast
Send us a text A lot of people want to help—and end up reaching for the worst sentence in the English language: “Everything happens for a reason.” We go straight at the hard stuff with the hosts of the Still Parents podcast, unpacking why platitudes land like a slap, how they fuel self‑doubt for grieving parents, and what real support sounds like when words fall short. Along the way, we share the story behind Still Parents—born in lockdown, built on honest conversation, and now recognized wit...
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1 month ago
56 minutes

Dad Always
E40: Dear Daddy (A Letter From Your Unborn Child - Narrative pt. 3)
Send us a text Welcome to the Narrative Series, a poetic frame exploring a father's perspective of pregnancy and pregnancy loss. What happens when grief meets love on Father's Day? This poignant episode features a heart-wrenching letter written from the perspective of an unborn child to their father. The raw emotions capture both the devastating loss and the enduring connection that remains after pregnancy loss. "From the very first time you thought of me and loved me, I felt it," the letter...
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4 months ago
5 minutes

Dad Always
E39: The Elephant in the Room (Narrative pt. 2)
Send us a text Welcome to the Narrative Series, a poetic frame exploring the father's perspective of pregnancy and pregnancy loss experience. Often times during a bereavement, the dad's experience of loss is drastically different than that of the mother. A study titled, “Men’s grief following pregnancy loss and neonatal loss: a systematic review and emerging theoretical model” published in January 2020 found, “… that in comparison to women, men may face different challenges including expecta...
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8 months ago
6 minutes

Dad Always
E38: The Womb of Imagination (Narrative pt. 1)
Send us a text Welcome to the Narrative Series, a poetic frame exploring the father's perspective of pregnancy and pregnancy loss experience. Narrated by: Kelly Jean-Philippe Music: Cosmic Oceans by Caleb Etheridge From: Podcastle.ai LICENCE #: QFWRAL6SHKWJJNYF
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8 months ago
4 minutes

Dad Always
The Unspoken Agony of Life after Multiple Miscarriages (Re-released)
Send us a text Hello! This week's episode recalls the conversation we had in episode 14 with Sophie, founder of Miscarriage Mumma Support, in March 3, 2024. We hope you find listening to this episode again as helpful as we've experienced it to be for us. For more information visit www.miscarriagemumma.com. To connect with Kelly and Chris: Email themiscarriagedad@gmail.com Instagram @themiscarriagedad @miscarriage_support_for_dads Also, make sure you subscribe to our podcast & writ...
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11 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Dad Always
End Of Year Update
Send us a text Hello! Due to the upcoming holiday season, Chris and Kelly are taking a break until after the new year. In the meantime, we hope you find value in listening to some of the earlier episodes rereleased, and browse through our catalogue to find other conversations that may be helpful to what you're currently experiencing. Here are a few ways you can contact us during this break: Email: themiscarriagedad@gmail.com Instagram: @themiscarriagedad @miscarriage_support_for_dads Wish...
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11 months ago
1 minute

Dad Always
E37: Miscarriage, Art, & Advocacy (ft. Chari Pere & Eli Schiff)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 37! Chari Pere and Eli Schiff, the creative duo behind the groundbreaking Unspoken Series are this week's guests on the Miscarriage Dads podcast. Chari, a cartoonist, and Eli, a voice actor and director, open up about how their personal experiences with miscarriage have driven them to create comics and animations that resonate with those facing similar challenges, ultimately fostering a community of empathy and understanding. Reflecting on the emotional whi...
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1 year ago
57 minutes

Dad Always
E36: Still Parents: Grief, Identity, & Purpose (ft. Still Parents Podcast)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 36! This episode shines a spotlight on the brave voices behind the UK-based Still Parents Podcast, as they share their endeavors to create a space for fathers grappling with the grief of miscarriage, stillbirth, and neonatal loss. From the profound silence of grief to the audible laughter that helps heal, we discuss the unbroken bond of parenthood despite the silence of loss. Ryan, Matt, and Dan candidly discuss the challenges men face when expressing grief...
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1 year ago
1 hour 5 minutes

Dad Always
E35: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month & An Uncertain Future
Send us a text Welcome to episode 35! One year ago, we began a conversation that was long overdue—a conversation that illuminated the often-overlooked journey of fathers experiencing miscarriage. This episode marks a meaningful milestone for The Miscarriage Dads Podcast as we reflect on the powerful stories and connections forged over the past year. We promise you'll gain a deeper understanding of the emotional and societal challenges surrounding pregnancy and infant loss, and how acknowledg...
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1 year ago
57 minutes

Dad Always
E34: Reimagining Life After Loss (ft. Osei Daniels)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 34! This week, we have the privilege of speaking with Osei Daniels, a devoted youth pastor from Washington DC. Osei and his wife have faced multiple miscarriages, complicated further by her PCOS diagnosis. Osei's candid revelations highlight the often-silent struggle men endure and the necessity of creating spaces where they can express their grief and support their partners through these difficult times. In this heartfelt conversation, we delve into the co...
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1 year ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Dad Always
Help Us Celebrate Our Anniversary & Updates
Send us a text Hello! This short episode is to share the following updates: As we inch closer to the first anniversary of the Miscarriage Dads podcast, we look back on an incredible journey of shared grief, healing, and community building. We're inviting you to share your story of specific ways this podcast has benefited you these past 12 months at themiscarriagedad@gmail.com for us to share with our larger TMDs community. We're also looking to highlight the importance of Pregnancy and Inf...
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1 year ago
6 minutes

Dad Always
E33: Fathers & The Emotional Scars of Miscarriage pt. 2 (ft. Alex Ortiz, Jeff Collins, Augusta Foster - Rereleased)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 33! How does society's expectation to "just get back to it" hinder men's ability to grieve? This episode of Miscarriage Dads opens with a powerful reflection on the societal pressures that often compel men to suppress their emotions during times of loss. We explore the differing ways men and women process miscarriage, featuring a poignant story of a father struggling with his expectations versus his wife's need for solitude. Navigating the emotional labyrin...
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1 year ago
45 minutes

Dad Always
E32: Fathers & The Emotional Scars of Miscarriage (ft. Alex Ortiz, Jeff Collins, Augusta Foster - Rereleased)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 32! This week I am re-releasing a conversation first aired on the Welcome To Fatherhood podcast where, along with Alex Ortiz, Jeff Collins, and Augusta Foster, we explore our own emotional journeys dealing with the profound loss of our children to miscarriage. Through raw and heartfelt stories, we uncover the deep impact miscarriage has on fathers, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and providing a space for men to share their experiences openly. Th...
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1 year ago
1 hour

Dad Always
E31: Miscarriage & Ambiguous Loss
Send us a text Welcome to episode 31! Have you ever felt the weight of a loss that the people around you don't fully recognize? In this episode, Chris and Kelly unearth the complexities of ambiguous loss from their limited understanding of the category. Inspired by Pauline Boss's powerful insights from "Ambiguous Loss: Learning to Live with Unresolved Grief" and Rich Oswald's "Unnamed Pain: Coping with Ambiguous Loss", this episode sheds light on the unique grief fathers face following...
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1 year ago
46 minutes

Dad Always
E30: Navigating Guilt & Shame After Miscarriage (ft. Chanel Wainscott)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 30! How do men really feel after a miscarriage, and why do their stories often go unheard? In this episode of the Miscarriage Dads Podcast, I am joined by Chanel Wainscott, a psychotherapist specializing in perinatal mental health, to unravel these complex emotions. Chanel's journey into this field is deeply personal, sparked by her own postpartum challenges that led her to wonder about her husband's silent struggles. Together, we emphasize the critical impo...
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1 year ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Dad Always
E29: The Invisible Loss (ft. David Bradley)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 29! How do fathers cope with the invisible grief of miscarriage? Joined by David Bradley, a chaplain with a rich background in the arts, we explore the emotional and psychological journey of fathers experiencing miscarriage. David opens up about his personal story from 1997, recounting the initial joy of discovering a pregnancy, followed by the sudden heartbreak of loss. It's a poignant memory when his identity was transformed by the news of impending father...
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1 year ago
58 minutes

Dad Always
E28: Miscarriage Echoes (ft. Elspeth Edmonds)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 28! After facing a devastating miscarriage, Elspeth returns to share her raw, heartfelt experience and the silent battles that follow such a loss. Struggling with her self-confidence, Elspeth's story highlights the invisible grief that many women endure. We reflect on how sudden waves of mourning can catch us off guard and discuss the complex emotions tied to unfulfilled dreams and expectations. This episode shines a light on the intimate, often unspoken st...
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1 year ago
53 minutes

Dad Always
E27: Does Sexual Intimacy Change After Miscarriage?
Send us a text Welcome to episode 27! How do you reclaim intimacy after the heartbreak of a miscarriage? Our latest episode tackles this deeply personal and often overlooked topic, offering insights and support for couples navigating this challenging journey. We begin by addressing the emotional and physical toll a miscarriage can have on women, including feelings of guilt and a diminished sense of self-worth. We'll explore the critical role men play in providing patience and emotional suppo...
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1 year ago
51 minutes

Dad Always
E26: A Nightmare Realized: The Surprise of Pregnancy & The Devastation of Miscarriage (ft. Elspeth Edmonds)
Send us a text Welcome to episode 26! Miscarriage, pregnancy anxiety, and baby loss—topics often shrouded in silence and stigma. What happens when your lifelong dream of motherhood is met with the harsh reality of a miscarriage? Elspeth, an actress from London, joins me to share her deeply personal journey through these challenges. From societal pressures to the psychological toll that comes with health uncertainties, we navigate the emotional landscape that many women endure. The early sta...
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1 year ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Dad Always
Send us a text Four words can slice through a tender moment of grief: “At least it was” (now, fill in the blank). We’ve heard it, we’ve felt the sting, and we wanted to unpack why platitudes show up so easily—especially around miscarriage—and what to say (and not say) when someone you love is hurting. Sophie from Miscarriage Mumma Support joins us again to explore the complex reality of baby loss, the social pressure to “look on the bright side,” and the deeper work of choosing presence over ...