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Hope Thru Grief

Hope Thru Grief Podcast

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Have you recently lost a loved one? Are you struggling with grief? Don’t understand why the world has moved on and you are stuck? Wondering what will help? Have you lost all hope you will get back to any kind of “normal”? Hope Thru Grief features husband and wife co-hosts Steve Smelski and Shelly Smelski to discuss their journeys of grief, after losing their son and other family members. They have changed their focus in life since their son’s death and have been helping others to find the su ...
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We’re helping moms with postpartum depression and anxiety find themselves again. Head over to https://wethrivepostpartum.com/ to learn about more support options, join a community, and start your healing journey today. Motherhood is an experience like no other – it can be awe-inspiring while also incredibly challenging. One in five moms will face another serious battle: postpartum mental health struggles such as postpartum depression (PPD) and anxiety (PPA). During this phase, moms may feel ...
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Feeling like you’ve lost a part of yourself since becoming a mom? You’re not alone. In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, we dive into the deep identity shifts that come with motherhood and how they can contribute to postpartum depression and anxiety. It’s common to struggle with the conflicting emotions of loving your new role while grieving…
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Feeling overwhelmed by postpartum anxiety? Haley's story is here to remind you that you're not alone and that there's a path forward. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore talk with Haley Hoover to explore the gap between expectations and reality in new motherhood, where unexpected physical challenges and high stress led her to experience…
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Imagine heading into labor feeling mentally and emotionally prepared, knowing you’ve put systems in place to protect your mental health during pregnancy and beyond. In this episode of Let's Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore are joined by Lo Mansfield, also known as The Labor Mama. Lo is a mom of four, wife, registered nurse, and cer…
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Imagine finding relief from the physical and emotional challenges of pregnancy, depression, and anxiety, all through the lens of nervous system health. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore are joined by Dr. Liv Porpora, a renowned chiropractor and owner of Lighthouse Family Chiropractic. Together, they explore how chiropractic care can p…
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Struggling with postpartum depression and feeling like you've lost your identity? Join us as we chat with Amanda Haro, mom coach and host of F*ck It Mothering, who opens up about the importance of rediscovering yourself after motherhood. In this episode, Amanda dives into how to reconnect with your values, handle the complex identity shift, and pri…
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Join us as Sarah Frick, founder of The Works Charleston and host of Are You For Real? with Sarah Frick, shares her courageous story of facing unimaginable loss and finding a way to persevere. Sarah, a mom of 3, opens up about her journey through the heartbreak of losing her first child, Grace, just days after birth, and the emotional toll of multip…
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Struggling with body image after giving birth? You’re not alone, and it’s a conversation we need to have. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore explore the connection between body image dissatisfaction and increased risk factors for postpartum depression. Social media can often amplify these feelings, making it even harder to feel at peac…
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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Kim Brumley, a courageous mother who has weathered the storm of postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, birth trauma, and a NICU stay. Kim shares her journey from the excitement of her first pregnancy to the unexpected trials that followed, including severe morning sickness, high blood pressure, and the emot…
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Feeling overwhelmed by postpartum anxiety? You’re not alone, and there’s help right here. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore welcome Occupational Therapist Lauren Cantrell to discuss sensory strategies that can make a world of difference for both you and your little one. Lauren shares her expert insights on techniques to help your chil…
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From delivering babies to delivering hope, dive into a compelling journey of resilience and transformation with our guest, Sarah Holt. Sarah, a Certified Nurse Midwife with over 25 years of experience, has delivered more than 3,500 babies. She's also a survivor of postpartum depression, a struggle that has profoundly shaped her current practice. Fr…
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Recharge and become the best version of yourself for your family by prioritizing self-care. It’s not selfish, it’s essential - especially if you are struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore delve into the essential topic of self-care for moms. They debunk the stigma around it and emphasize i…
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Ever feel like your relationship is on life support after having a baby? This episode is a heartwarming and honest look at navigating relationships in the face of postpartum depression and anxiety. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashely Moore discuss how these can lead to decreased time together, an increased and unbalanced workload, poor commun…
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Maternal mental health affects a surprising number of women during pregnancy and postpartum, including those struggling with postpartum depression, but stigma often prevents mothers from seeking the help they need. Join Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore as they delve into the groundbreaking world of maternal mental health with Dr. Constance Guille and…
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Imagine navigating the thrilling highs and unexpected lows of pregnancy and childbirth, only to face a postpartum journey that challenges everything you thought you knew. Join us as Shari Fox takes us on an emotional rollercoaster through her pregnancy journey, from high-energy surf sessions to navigating intense nausea and the immense changes of m…
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Imagine feeling energized and mobile again after the physical demands of pregnancy, childbirth, and in some cases postpartum depression and anxiety. Postpartum chiropractic care can be a key part of your recovery journey, especially when managing postpartum depression. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore talk with Dr. Sydney McNeill, th…
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We’ve all been there, right? That moment when you feel like you’re about to turn into a fire-breathing dragon because… well, whatever just set you off. Mom rage is a real thing, and it's totally normal, especially when dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety. Buckle up as Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore talk about how to handle these intense …
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Are you struggling with prenatal or postpartum depression? You’re not alone. Kris McDonagh, a COO and mother of two, shares her experience with both prenatal and postpartum depression, the challenges she faced in her relationship, and how she finally got help. You’ll also hear tips on how to advocate for yourself and how partners can better support…
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Motherhood is often portrayed as a blissful journey, but what about postpartum depression many mothers face in silence? Isolation and the weight of responsibility can exacerbate existing mental illness, especially postpartum depression. In this epsiode, Amber Weakley joins Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore to explore the unique challenges mothers with…
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In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore talk with Tatianna Graham, a mind-body health coach with a rich background in physiotherapy, yoga, and mindfulness. With over 12 years of experience, Tatianna is passionate about preventative health and has helped countless women overcome chronic pain and postnatal dysfunctions, and how this in turn c…
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Struggling after childbirth? You’re not alone! In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore dive into maternal mental health challenges, including postpartum depression and anxiety, which are common conditions affecting many new moms. Learn the signs of postpartum depression and anxiety, how it is different than the typical “baby blues”, how to …
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New moms often experience a rosy picture of parenthood, but the reality can be far more stressful when filled with postpartum anxiety. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore discuss postpartum anxiety, using Ashley’s experience with her two children as a springboard for conversation. Ashley talks about the unrealistic expectations she had …
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Ever feel like parenthood isn’t all sunshine and rainbows? Yeah, us too. In this episode, Kelly Siebold gets real about her struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety. We’re talking fertility treatments, surprise C-sections, and the whole “not feeling myself” thing that hit her weeks later due to postpartum depression. From battling intrusive…
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This Mother’s Day, let’s acknowledge the often unspoken reality: this holiday is not sunshine and rainbows for all moms. In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore, two mothers themselves, delve into the complex emotions surrounding Mother’s Day, especially for those struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety. They emphasize the importa…
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Motherhood can be a real struggle, especially for new moms struggling with postpartum depression. But here’s the thing - you’re not alone. Join Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore in this weekly podcast, Let’s Thrive Postpartum, for honest conversations about postpartum depression and anxiety. They’ll share their own struggles with postpartum depression…
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What do you do when you can see your loved one’s fight for life fading before your very eyes? You know the unthinkable is inevitable and you are powerless to stop it. In today’s episode our guest Adam Levy talks about his loss and allowing hope for the future. Adam Levy is a songwriter and producer performing his music around the world. In 2012, Ad…
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At the beginning of our grief journey we just try to make it to the next minute or the next hour. As our journey continues, we realize we have to get through all of the “Firsts”. Many of these “Firsts” are very difficult – holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. The journey is long and difficult. However, what happens when you move into a home fil…
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It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you’ve never faced before. Steve and Cheryl Gr…
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The journey of grief is a personal journey, which is different for everyone. Along the way we are all looking for “tools” and bits of wisdom to help us on difficult days and with our journey. Today, we continue our discussion with Mitch Carmody to talk about some examples of signs. Mitch has been on his journey of grief for almost 33-years, since h…
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The journey of grief is a personal journey, which is different for everyone. Along the way we are all looking for “tools” and bits of wisdom to help us on difficult days and with our journey. We are also mindful of the fact our loved one is not here, but we would like to know they are ok! There are days that we need reminders, or we are looking for…
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We all know that we will lose someone important and precious to us in our lifetime. It’s not an ‘if’ but a ‘when’. However, no one is expecting to lose a sibling early in life and the lifetime of unknowns that follow. In today’s episode we welcome Bethany Adams who lost her younger brother Hudson in 2016 at the age of 19. No one is supposed to leav…
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The journey of grief, while different for everyone, is also common in some respects. No one knows how grief will affect you and there will be very difficult days ahead. Some days will be much worse than others and at different points something will come up that triggers a memory or experience that can take you right back to where you were early on.…
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The Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-8255 Our ongoing conversation about suicide continues in this Part III episode as we continue to build on the conversations of Part I in Episode 9 and Part II in Episode 13. Of course as we taped this episode in late September 2020, we are still the uncertainty and isolation of the #COVID19 pandem…
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Grief is a topic no one wants to study, or learn about, until you are in it. It’s a “if it hasn’t happened to me yet, I certainly don’t want to mention it” kind of thing. Herb Knoll lost his wife Michelle to cancer in 2008 after having been her care giver for 39 months. When Herb went to find a book about grief as a widower, he discovered there wer…
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Today we welcome back the show Mr. Alan Pedersen from, Angels Across the USA Tour. This is of course, as the title denotes the second part of our conversation with Alan. If you missed episode 15 please press pause and listen to Part I and then come back and pick up the remaining conversation here in episode 16. In today’s discussion Alan talks abou…
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Today we welcome Mr. Alan Pedersen from, Angels Across the USA Tour to our show. Alan has been on his journey of grief for over 19 years. The loss of his 18-year old daughter changed the direction of his life. Alan has spent the past 17 years helping others with their grief, writing and singing his songs and leading grief organizations. Alan has a …
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Our legacy is something that we all begin to consider as life happens around us. The longer our journey gets the accumulated wisdom gives us a perspective that our lives need to be about more. About helping others. About leaving the world a better place. Today you’ll meet someone whose intentional legacy building is something you’ve likely heard of…
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The Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-8255 In this Part II episode we build on the conversation of Part I in Episode 9. We are weeks further into the #COVID19 pandemic and continue our review of statistics and trends surrounding this type of loss, particularly with social distancing and isolation. Numbers and trends only tell part of …
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Our storyteller is back and continuing to share real life experiences of grief, the lessons learned, and finding hope for the future! Dr. Joel C. Hunter, CEO and founder of Community Resource Network, in Altamonte Springs Florida continues our conversation from last week and Episode 11. Today, in Part II, Dr. Hunter takes us through the process of …
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Have you ever wanted to listen to a renowned storyteller describe their journey of grief to you by way of a series of short stories? Please meet Dr. Joel C. Hunter, CEO and founder of Community Resource Network, in Altamonte Springs Florida. In today’s episode Dr. Hunter takes us through his earliest memories of grief and then shares the story of t…
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What if your job and your talents were immersed in grief? Meet Pastor Harvey Carpenter of Journey Christian Church in Apopka Florida (https://journeychristian.com/). Harvey has a heart of empathy that has equipped him to walk alongside those in the grief. Having been called to do over fifteen hundred funerals in the last 12 years for people and fam…
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Because suicide is such a unique loss, for both the loved one and the suicide survivors, we have decided to break this into several episodes over the next few months In this Part I episode we review some of the many statistics surrounding this type of loss. Reviewing the numbers helps us set a baseline for understanding the scope and reach of this …
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Dealing with grief while leaning into a support network of family and friends to get us through is hard enough. Enter the global pandemic of 2020, #COVID19. In an instant everything has become new and more difficult. Most of the available support is now done through technology and isolation. Socially distancing ourselves to stay safe is something o…
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This week Marshall and Steve welcome special guest Brian Mahon. Brian’s daughter Amy died on April 5, 2018 from bowel cancer at age 32. Receiving a terminal diagnosis and knowing that you are going to die can create an extended grieving process that puts you face to face with the inevitable each and every day. Is it possible to do more than simply …
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Everyone tries to break grief down into a list of neat little stages. However, grief doesn’t always work, or feel that way. Everyone may experience the emotions of grief differently and in a much different order. Today we will examine and discuss in detail Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross’ model of the Five Stages of Grief*. Dr. Kubler-Ross developed this…
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Creating a weekly podcast is a lot of work! Why would anyone put so much effort into a project like this if it wasn’t important? The answer is simple; they wouldn’t. This week we pull back the curtain to give you a ‘behind the scenes’ look at the who, the when, and the why behind Hope Thru Grief. One of those that help pull it all together each wee…
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No one knows the correct way to experience grief because everyone’s journey of grief is different. However, many people ask how long will I be grieving and when can I expect to be finished? In today’s episode Marshall & Steve provide their thoughts on this difficult question. Some people ask is it possible to grieve something I will never experienc…
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Father's Day can be a fun and rewarding day to celebrate the dad's in our lives. But what about those fathers who have lost their sons? Marshall and Steve have words of wisdom and encouragement for all the dads who are struggling with loss. If you are dealing with the loss of a loved one, this is for you. Don't miss this heartfelt message of hope f…
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Hope Thru Grief features co-hosts Marshall Adler & Steve Smelski discussing their journeys of grief, after losing their sons and other family members. They have changed their focus in life since their son’s deaths and have been helping others to find the support and answers they have been searching for. Steve and his wife, Shelly, had an ideal life…
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No one makes a grief plan to outline how we are going to deal with the inevitable. No matter the form of loss we likely won’t be prepared to deal with everything that comes our way in the face of personal tragedy. And then we realize that it isn’t just ourselves that we need to worry about. Spouses, family, friends, we all deal with grief different…
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Hope Thru Grief features co-hosts Marshall Adler & Steve Smelski discussing their journeys of grief, after losing their sons and other family members. They have changed their focus in life since their son’s deaths and have been helping others to find the support and answers they have been searching for. Marshall is a successful lawyer practicing in…
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