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We are diving into the variables and normal variations of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! This is a safe space for all parents to hear what the experts have to say and to hear from other parents and their take on parenthood! Join us for all things birth and parenting for an empowering and research-backed walk with a birth and newborn expert HeHe Stewart, Founder of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge and creator of The Birth Lounge.
Ep. 379 Let's normalize talking about reproductive hardships with Dr.Jessica Zucker
The Birth Lounge Podcast
56 minutes
2 months ago
Ep. 379 Let's normalize talking about reproductive hardships with Dr.Jessica Zucker
Miscarriage affects 1 in 4 pregnancies, yet it’s still surrounded by silence, shame, and stigma. In this episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Jessica Zucker, a reproductive psychologist, author of I Had a Miscarriage: A Memoir, a Movement, and an incredible voice in this space.
Together, we’re getting real about the emotional and psychological impact of pregnancy loss, how our medical system often misses the mark, and what true support looks like for those navigating this experience. Dr. Zucker also shares her personal story of loss and how it shaped her mission to normalize these conversations and bring compassion to the forefront of reproductive health.
This episode is for anyone who’s experienced miscarriage, loves someone who has, or simply wants to be part of breaking the silence. You’ll walk away with perspective, validation, and tools to change the way we show up for each other in this journey.
00:00 Introduction and Overcoming Miscarriage Stigma
00:56 Welcome to The Birth Lounge Podcast
01:03 Avoiding a C-Section: Free Class Overview
02:57 Empowering Women in Birth Choices
05:12 Introducing Today's Episode on Miscarriage
05:30 Conversation with Dr. Jessica Zucker
09:27 Jessica Zucker's Journey and Advocacy
14:38 Understanding and Supporting Pregnancy Loss
23:36 Breaking the Silence and Stigma
27:17 How to Support Someone Experiencing Loss
30:21 Offering Genuine Support After Loss
32:17 Personal Reflections on Loss and Support
34:25 Navigating Conversations About Loss
37:31 Professional Insights on Experiencing Personal Loss
45:47 The Importance of Early Education on Loss
50:17 The Role of Healthcare Providers in Supporting Loss
53:18 Conclusion and Resources
Guest Bio:
Jessica Zucker is a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in reproductive health and the author of the award-winning book I HAD A MISCARRIAGE: A Memoir, a Movement. Jessica is the creator of the viral #IHadaMiscarriage campaign. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Vogue, and Harvard Business Review, among others. She’s been featured on NPR, CNN, The Today Show, and Good Morning America and earned advanced degrees from New York University and Harvard University. Her second book, NORMALIZE IT: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame That Shape Women’s Lives, is out now and available everywhere books are sold.
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Keywords: miscarriage support, pregnancy loss, miscarriage stigma, Dr Jessica Zucker, miscarriage memoir, I Had a Miscarriage book, fertility journey, emotional impact of miscarriage, coping with miscarriage, miscarriage awareness, reproductive psychology, pregnancy loss support, breaking miscarriage silence, miscarriage podcast
The Birth Lounge Podcast
We are diving into the variables and normal variations of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! This is a safe space for all parents to hear what the experts have to say and to hear from other parents and their take on parenthood! Join us for all things birth and parenting for an empowering and research-backed walk with a birth and newborn expert HeHe Stewart, Founder of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge and creator of The Birth Lounge.
