In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Alishia Anderson, author and advocate, to have a crucial conversation about life, grief, and motherhood after experiencing baby loss. Alishia shares her personal journey through the stillbirth of her son, DJ, and offers powerful insights into navigating the often-unspoken complexities of loss, healing, and finding joy again. She speaks candidly about breaking the silence, addressing racial disparities in loss experiences, and honoring the babies who are "still here" in memory.

What You'll Learn:

Alishia's personal story of experiencing stillbirth at 28 weeks and navigating the immediate aftermath.
The emotional and mental impact of baby loss on individuals and couples.
Understanding different types of baby loss (stillbirth, miscarriage) and the validity of all grief.
The reasons why baby loss is often shrouded in silence, secrecy, and shame.
The importance of acknowledging and breaking the silence surrounding baby loss, especially within the Black community.
Insights into the racial disparities faced by Black women regarding stillbirth rates and support.
Common feelings associated with grief after loss (guilt, anger, sadness, conflicting joy).
The unique challenges and anxieties of pregnancy after experiencing loss.
The significance of finding community and shared experiences in the healing process.
Ways to honor and remember babies lost too soon.
The inspiration behind Alishia's memoir, "Still Here."

This episode is for you if:

You have experienced the loss of a baby (stillbirth, miscarriage, or other forms of loss).
You are supporting someone who is grieving the loss of a baby.
You are navigating pregnancy after a previous loss.
You feel isolated in your grief journey.
You want to understand the complex emotions surrounding baby loss.
You are seeking validation for your experience and feelings.
You want to learn how to better support those affected by baby loss.
You are interested in breaking the silence and stigma around this topic.

Guest Bio:

Alishia Anderson is a Life Transition and Grief Support Coach who helps angel moms honor their angel babies while embracing their unique motherhood journeys. She partners with those experiencing grief and life transitions to move from existing to thriving.

Through online advocacy, [BIPOC] support groups, and her memoir Still Here, Alishia has supported countless families through baby loss. Her mission is to end the silence, secrecy, and shame around grief, fostering open dialogue and healing.

Connect with Alicia

Instagram : @AliAndeEnterprise
Book: Still Here: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Triumph After Stillbirth
Email: aliandeenterprise@gmail.com