Welcome to the 33rd episode of The Mom Mentality Podcast! In this SOLO episode, we talk about the significance of Pregnancy and Infancy Loss Awareness Month. I share my personal experiences and professional insights on the emotional challenges faced by women who experience pregnancy loss. We also get into the controversial topic of when/if you share your pregnancy and/or loss with others.The conversation emphasizes the importance of sharing these experiences, the feelings of responsibility that often accompany loss, and the benefits of community support. Natalia encourages listeners to acknowledge their emotions and seek connection with others who understand their journey. I hope you found this episode to be inspiring and transform the way you view yourself and your journey to and through motherhood. I am so grateful to be on this motherhood journey with you!  If you have experienced a pregnancy loss and are looking for support and to connect with other parents who get it in a safe space, come join us on 10/29 at The Nesting Place in Merrick, sign up here https://thenestingplaceli.com/schedule/   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Pregnancy and Infancy Loss Awareness Month 02:45 The Emotional Weight of Sharing Pregnancy Loss 07:21 The Controversy of Sharing Pregnancy News 10:43 Benefits of Sharing Pregnancy and Loss Experiences 18:42 Conclusion and Call for Compassion   I know your time is SO precious! If you enjoyed this episode and it resonated with you it would mean so much for you to share the episode with a fellow mom friend or put it on your social media.    I look forward to seeing you back here next week for a GUEST episode!    Dr. Natalia Rappa is a holistic psychologist. Her private practice focuses on working with adolescents and adults in transitional life phases dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She holds a doctoral degree in school/clinical psychology from Hofstra University. She has specialized  training in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). In addition, she pursued further training in EMDR, an evidenced based treatment for trauma.  She integrates these different approaches to meet the unique needs of each of her clients. The belief at the core of her work is that our mind and bodies want to heal and have an innate wisdom to do so. With a non-judgmental environment, strong therapeutic rapport, and supportive coping techniques, clients are able to access this wisdom within them.  In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Rappa is an adjunct professor at Molloy University, where she teaches child and adolescent development.    Connect on Instagram: @talkingdrtal     Check out the website: https://www.drnataliarappa.com Email: drnataliarappa@gmail.com    Disclaimer: Please remember that the information shared on this podcast is intended to educate, support, and uplift you on your motherhood journey. It is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or services. If you are experiencing any emotional distress, mental health challenges, or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified professional.