The Motherless Mothers

• Ep25: Losing Mum, Becoming Mum: Ann-Marie’s Story of Anticipatory Grief and Strength

  For anyone who’s had to parent while grieving—or make heartbreaking care decisions for a parent—this conversation is for you. Ann-Marie opens up about the emotional complexity of losing her mum to cardiac amyloidosis while raising a newborn, the challenges of being an only child with no surviving parents, and the gratitude she still holds for the life she shared with her mum.Love,Lou & AdinaFor more info on TMM check out our website here.Follow TMM on IG here.

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• Ep24: Mother Loss Awareness Day: A Monumental Moment

  Something monumental is happening, and we can’t wait to tell you about it. In this episode, Lou and Adina share the behind-the-scenes of the very first Mother Loss Awareness Day taking place at the Houses of Parliament. We talk about why this moment matters, what you can expect on the day, and why it feels like Christmas Eve every time we think about gathering our community in person. From hugs and shared stories to making sure MPs, policymakers and businesses hear our voices, this day is about connection and change. With our partners at Peanut, we’re putting mother loss on the map in a way that’s never been done before. Over 70 of you are already signed up, and there’s still space for more. Will you join us?Love,Lou & AdinaFind out more about TMM here.

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• Ep23: Saving Babies, Supporting Mothers: Heidi’s Mission with MAMA Academy

  Pregnancy is a time filled with expectation—but it can also bring deep fears, especially for mothers who have experienced loss or are navigating motherhood without their own mum. In this episode, we sit down with Heidi, founder of MAMA Academy, to talk about her journey of turning pain into purpose and building a charity that works tirelessly to prevent stillbirth and support families through pregnancy after loss. We explore grief, what every parent should know about safer pregnancy, and the power of community in the hardest moments.It's Baby Loss Awareness Week here in the UK, and TMM wants to shine a light on the incredible work Heidi is doing at MAMA Academy to reduce stillbirth and promote safer pregnancies.Love,Lou & AdinaTo find out more about Heidi and MAMA Academy, check out the website here. Find The Motherless Mothers website here. Follow TMM on IG here. Email us at [email protected]

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• Ep22: Writing to Heal: Beth on Creativity, Grief, and Motherhood

  You don’t have to be a writer to write. You just need a story, and if you’ve experienced mother loss, you have one. In this episode, Beth—a motherless mother and published author—shares how creative writing can help us cope with grief, find clarity, and even rediscover ourselves after loss.Beth's upcoming creative writing workshop with TMM will take place on November 12th from 8-9pm UK time. To find out more, sign up to our newsletter on our website .Love,Lou and Adina

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• Ep21: Mother-in-Laws: When You Don't Have a Mum

  Navigating a relationship with your mother-in-law is tricky enough, but when you don’t have your own mother, it can feel even more complicated. In this episode, Lou and Adina share honest stories about expectations, boundaries, and those moments where you just wish things were different. Whether your MIL is amazing or… not so much, this is a conversation for anyone trying to balance grief, family dynamics, and motherhood.Love,Lou & AdinaFollow us on IG here.Find out more about TMM here.

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