#50: Navigating Grief and Loss After Reproductive Trauma with Dr Michelle Tolfrey
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In this episode we explore the profound impact of reproductive trauma on individuals and their relationships.
I am joined by Dr Michelle Tolfrey, Clinical Psychologist and founder of The Loss Collective. We discuss the various forms of trauma associated with the reproductive journey, including infertility, pregnancy loss, and birth trauma. Michelle shares her personal experiences of loss, emphasising the importance of understanding the unique nature of each individual's experience. The conversation explores the mental health impacts of reproductive trauma, the challenges it poses to relationships, and the significance of community and support in the healing process. Michelle offers practical advice for navigating grief, managing triggers and rebuilding the relationship with oneself and others after loss, highlighting the necessity of self-compassion and open communication.
WATCH THE VIDEO OF THIS EPISODE HERE
Highlights include:
06:09 Understanding Reproductive Trauma
08:13 Mental Health Challenges Post-Trauma
23:07 Navigating Grief and Finding Support
This week's guest
Michelle is a Clinical Psychologist with over twenty one years of experience. Michelle’s own losses on her path to parenthood have significantly shaped her work as a psychologist, and she proudly integrates her professional expertise with that of her expertise by lived experience. Michelle’s newsletter, From the Other Chair, provides a wealth of information on navigating life after loss and finding joy in living the life you didn’t expect or plan. Alongside her private therapy practice, Michelle also runs The Loss Collective.
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Розділи
1. #50: Navigating Grief and Loss After Reproductive Trauma with Dr Michelle Tolfrey (00:00:00)
2. Understanding Reproductive Trauma (00:06:09)
3. Mental Health Challenges Post-Trauma (00:09:00)
4. Impact on Relationships (00:14:41)
5. Navigating Grief and Finding Support (00:23:54)
6. Rebuilding Self-Connection (00:27:58)
7. Coping with Triggers and Setting Boundaries (00:32:15)
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