A Whole Mother Story Blog

These are the stories we’re not supposed to tell. Reflections on grief, identity, and advocacy in motherhood, written to help you feel seen in the places that often go unspoken.

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Amanda Smith Amanda Smith

Soft Things for Hard Seasons

Not all seasons of motherhood can be fixed. This trauma-informed gift guide offers gentle, meaningful support for pregnancy loss, NICU parents, and pregnancy after loss, honoring grief, tenderness, and the need to feel held rather than rushed.

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Jennie Hardman Jennie Hardman

Post-Traumatic Stress in Pregnancy: What No One Tells You

Pregnancy after trauma isn’t just “anxious.” It’s walking back into rooms where your body remembers what happened last time. This piece explores how post-traumatic stress in pregnancy actually feels, why your fear makes sense, and what support can soften the edges of this experience. If you’ve ever felt alone in the ache of carrying both hope and dread, this is for you.

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Jennie Hardman Jennie Hardman

Healing After Medical Termination of Pregnancy​

Healing after a medical termination of pregnancy isn’t just about physical recovery; it’s about tending to your emotional well-being too. This guide offers compassionate insight into grief, healing, and reconnecting with yourself after loss.

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