How Do I Trust Myself Again? Ep. 184
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
Release Date: 03/14/2025
194 - Adjusting to Big Changes
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
Lately I’ve noticed that when you go through a big change, your brain has a hard time adjusting. It still wants things to run the way they used to. This can lead to your inner critic getting really loud! In today’s episode, I’m going to tell you why this happens and how to fix it so you can stop criticizing yourself and just get used to life as it is. This is especially important after a miscarriage, stillbirth or any kind of baby loss. Your world is turned upside down. You’re extra sensitive. Be kind to yourself…listen for some simple but powerful tips to make it easier...
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193 Lessons Learned from River
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
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192 You are Not for Everyone so Just Be You!
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
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191-Wrapped in Light
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
Welcome to the Smooth Stones podcast. I'm Amy Watson, a life after baby loss coach, and I am thrilled to bring you an exciting announcement. In this episode, I share the details of 'Wrapped in Light,' a 31-day support community for loss mamas grieving during Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. We'll explore how to infuse more light into your life during tough times, featuring daily uplifting messages, cozy self-care ideas, and gentle encouragement. Additionally, I reflect on the importance of seeking light even in our darkest moments, using experiences from my own life, including...
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190 How to Celebrate Yourself
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
Today, I'm excited to talk about a crucial yet often overlooked topic: celebrating yourself. Inspired by my own birthday celebration, this episode dives deep into understanding how to honor and appreciate yourself through milestones big and small, especially after experiencing baby loss, miscarriage, or stillbirth. We explore why it’s challenging for many of us to celebrate ourselves and discuss ways to shift our perspective to find joy and meaning in our journey of growth and healing. Additionally, practical ways to celebrate survival, effort, achievements, failures, and progress are...
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189 How to Check in with Yourself
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
In episode 189 of the Smooth Stones Podcast, I share a powerful tool that I regularly use with my clients - the check-in. I'll guide you on how to perform your own daily or weekly check-ins to assess both your physical and emotional well-being. This involves scanning your body, evaluating your nervous system, and reflecting on your recent experiences. We'll explore essential questions like 'What are your wins?', 'What's working and what's not?', and 'What support do I need?' These steps help you understand your needs and make the necessary changes to aid your healing journey. It's important to...
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188 It Does Get Better
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
Today's Episode is a fiery one where I hold nothing back. A grief hot take if you will. We explore the deeply personal journey through grief and the belief that healing is possible. I share my personal story of baby loss, including the hurdles faced during the mourning period, and offer a passionate counterview to the notion that grief remains static. By using relatable analogies and real-life examples, I emphasize the importance of holding onto hope and the idea that while grief never fully disappears, it becomes more manageable over time. This episode is a heartfelt message to anyone...
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187 Three Ways to Stop Overreacting
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
In today's episode, I delve into three powerful strategies to help you stop overreacting, especially during times of grief. We'll explore understanding defensiveness, getting to know your grief, and recognizing that it's often not about you. These insights aim to provide practical steps to manage emotional responses, particularly for those dealing with the loss of a baby and the raw emotions that come with it. I'll also share personal analogies related to allergies and defensiveness, drawing a parallel to how our bodies sometimes overreact to harmless triggers, just like our emotions. Tune in...
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How do I give Back to Honor My Baby?
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
In today's episode, I dive into how you can give back in honor of your baby and discuss the upcoming Embracing Mother's Day Challenge. I provide tips on how to give back and honor your baby, focusing on keeping it simple, listening to your heart, networking, and being unique. Whether you want to start a support group, organize a fundraiser, or create care packages, these tips will help you move forward and make a difference. I share personal stories and examples to inspire you to take action and bring your ideas to life. Listen in for practical advice and heartfelt encouragement on giving back...
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185 Validating Yourself
Smooth Stones-Find Yourself after Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Babyloss
In today's episode we"re going to dive deep into the topic of self-validation, offering practical tips on how to better understand and accept your emotions. From increasing your emotional vocabulary to letting yourself be human, I discuss the importance of not judging your feelings and learning to talk to yourself kindly. By becoming more confident in your grief and emotional state, you can improve your relationships and feel more connected. If you'd like personalized help navigating your emotions, please feel free to reach out and join my coaching sessions. Plus I have an exciting new program...
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