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The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

Lisa Rowell

76 episodes

5 days ago

Send us a text Happy Gentle New Year. As we begin 2026, I wanted to slow down and revisit the heart behind Silent Footprints. This podcast was created to honor the precious little lives that were with us for only a moment, yet changed us forever. My hope has always been to walk beside families on the quiet and often unseen road of pregnancy and infant loss — offering comfort, support, and faith-filled encouragement. Here, we remember that our babies matter, our stories deserve to be told, and...

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Send us a text Happy Gentle New Year. As we begin 2026, I wanted to slow down and revisit the heart behind Silent Footprints. This podcast was created to honor the precious little lives that were with us for only a moment, yet changed us forever. My hope has always been to walk beside families on the quiet and often unseen road of pregnancy and infant loss — offering comfort, support, and faith-filled encouragement. Here, we remember that our babies matter, our stories deserve to be told, and...

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Episodes (20/76)

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

75 | Returning to the Heart of The Silent Footprints

Send us a text Happy Gentle New Year. As we begin 2026, I wanted to slow down and revisit the heart behind Silent Footprints. This podcast was created to honor the precious little lives that were with us for only a moment, yet changed us forever. My hope has always been to walk beside families on the quiet and often unseen road of pregnancy and infant loss — offering comfort, support, and faith-filled encouragement. Here, we remember that our babies matter, our stories deserve to be told, and...

5 days ago

32 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

74 | Leaning Into God: Daniel’s Legacy and a Mission of Hope with Ashley Waters

Send us a text In today’s episode, Ashley Waters bravely steps out of her comfort zone to share the deeply personal story of her son, Daniel. Daniel was Ashley’s second child — a little boy eagerly anticipated and expected to arrive in April 2023. But just one week before his due date, during a routine appointment, Ashley and her family received devastating news: Daniel’s heart had stopped beating. Ashley recounts the shock, the trauma, and the indescribable pain of saying goodbye far too soo...

1 week ago

44 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

73 | Born of Mary: The Promised Messiah for All

Send us a text This Christmas, we reflect on Luke 2:1–20 and the miraculous story of Jesus’ birth. Join us online on Christmas Eve as Pastor Dan Gillman from Calvary Chapel Shreveport shares a powerful message filled with hope, truth, and encouragement. The holidays can be incredibly hard, especially for those walking through grief and loss. This message is a reminder that you are deeply loved and seen by God. He knows your pain. He sees every tear. Luke 2 reminds us that Jesus came for all—t...

2 weeks ago

24 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

72 | Before the Manger: Mary’s Pregnancy and the Love of God

Send us a text Today, Lisa Rowell reflects on Luke 2 and the deep, overwhelming love God has for us. She shares how the Christmas story can feel very different after the loss of a baby—how familiar verses take on new meaning when viewed through the lens of grief. In this episode, Lisa talks about the birth of Jesus and how much God loves us as He willingly gave His own Son so we could have direct access to Him. For grieving parents, this truth can bring both ache and comfort, holding space ...

3 weeks ago

16 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

71 | Using Your Voice for Impact: Stillbirth Advocacy with Nina Doherty

Send us a text Three years ago, I met Nina Doherty in Washington, D.C., where we were both advocating for the SHINE for Autumn Act and the Stillbirth Prevention Act. Today, Nina opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her grandbaby, Stella Joy — a tragedy that brought a double portion of grief as she mourned both her grandchild and the pain her daughter was enduring. Nina, a mother of three with healthy pregnancies of her own, was shocked when her oldest daughter lost her baby at the end of ...

1 month ago

52 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

70 | Hope for the Holidays: Encouragement for the Grieving Heart

Send us a text In today’s episode, Lisa Rowell offers heartfelt encouragement for anyone navigating grief during the holiday season. Whether your loss is recent or many years have passed, the holidays can stir deep emotions. Lisa shares simple, compassionate suggestions to help you cope, create space for your feelings, and care for yourself during this time. Most importantly, she reminds you that you are not alone—and that you can make it through this holiday season with hope and gentle...

1 month ago

26 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

69 | A Full-Circle Moment: Becoming a Voice for Children in Foster Care with Bersheika Player-Harris

Send us a text In this episode, I share a deeply meaningful moment—watching a longtime friend of mine, Robin Kent, officially be sworn in as a CASA worker. As a former foster child who once had my own CASA advocate, a kind woman from England named Mrs. Shirley Williams, this experience felt incredibly full-circle. During the ceremony, I also met my friend’s supervisor, Bersheika Player-Harris. She is the CASA Outreach and Training Coordinator in Shreveport and works for the Volunteers for You...

1 month ago

31 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

68 | A Mother’s Instinct: Kerri Aronson’s Story of Loss and Purpose

Send us a text I first met Dr. Kerri Aronson in 2024 when she was pregnant and advocating in Washington, D.C. — like so many of us there, determined to get the attention of our legislators and bring awareness to the heartbreak of preventable stillbirth. Our hope was simple: to show why bills like the SHINE for Autumn Act (H.R. 5469/S. 2858) are so desperately needed. Kerri’s story began as she prepared for her scheduled C-section to welcome her daughter. But when her baby’s movements suddenly...

1 month ago

49 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

67 | Beyond the Crown: Brianna Sistrunk Mrs. Alabama America’s Mission to Bring Hope After Loss

Send us a text Brianna Sistrunk, Mrs. Alabama America 2025, is the perfect example of beauty, strength, and purpose. At first glance, you might assume her journey has been easy—but behind the crown is a story of unimaginable loss and unwavering faith. In 2015, Brianna faced the heartbreak of losing her daughter, Madison Reign, who was born still at 19 weeks gestation. She has also endured an ectopic pregnancy. Out of that pain, Brianna found her purpose—using her platform to advocate for wome...

2 months ago

41 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

66 | Held in Hope: Bringing Dignity to Early Pregnancy Loss with Kenzi Covarrubias

Send us a text Finally, more organizations are beginning to acknowledge the deep pain and grief families experience when they lose a baby within the first three months of pregnancy. Since launching the Juliana Grace Ministry, I’ve heard countless stories from mothers who feel isolated after a miscarriage—a word I absolutely hate. Too often, doctors and hospital staff make insensitive comments, leaving families feeling dismissed in their pain. That’s why creating the Miscarried Child Certifica...

2 months ago

31 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

65 | Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month | Senator John Kennedy

Send us a text As we close out the month of October—an especially meaningful time as it marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month—I want to take a moment to share a few words of encouragement and some exciting news from Senator Kennedy’s office. After attending the Wave of Light event hosted by my friend Samantha at LSU St. Mary’s Hospital, I was reminded of how deeply God loves you. In this episode, I want to encourage you to share your story—with your legislators, your frie...

2 months ago

14 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

64 | When Grief Finds Purpose: Jen Rogalski's Story and Empty Arms Bereavement Support

Send us a text I first met Jen at a celebration dinner in Washington, D.C. Her joyful spirit immediately stood out—but like so many of us, her advocacy for Stillbirth Awareness comes from a deeply personal place. In April 2023, Jen lost her son at 37 weeks and 5 days gestation. Feeling isolated in her grief, she turned to Google and discovered Empty Arms Bereavement Support, where she found community and renewed purpose. In today’s episode, Jen shares her journey through loss and healing, and...

2 months ago

58 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

63 | Yes, Miscarriage Is Birth | Pregnancy After Loss Doula with Sarah Lingle

Send us a text I’ve been following Sarah Lingle on Instagram since 2024, drawn to her faith-filled encouragement for mothers like me who have experienced the loss of a baby. Sarah’s story began while she was already serving as a doula. In January 2021, she faced unimaginable heartbreak when she lost her first baby, lovingly named Peanut. In this episode, Sarah shares the deeply personal story of her pregnancy, the day she was rushed to the hospital, and the shocking encounter with a nurse mor...

2 months ago

50 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

62 | Stillbirth Prevention on Capitol Hill | Part 2

Send us a text Today’s episode wraps up my trip to Washington, D.C. from last month — and what an incredible finish it was! I had two days left, and it began with the SHINE for Autumn Act being introduced on the House side. I spent the day meeting with several Louisiana leaders — congressmen, congresswomen, and senators — and to my surprise, Congressman Cleo Fields signed on to the bill right in front of us. I felt so favored by the Lord and deeply privileged to be part of this important work...

3 months ago

27 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

61 | Stillbirth Prevention on Capitol Hill | Visit with Speaker Mike Johnson

Send us a text In this episode, I share about my recent advocacy trip to Washington, D.C., where I joined Healthy Birth Day, Debbie Haine Vijayvergiya—the founder of SHINE for Autumn—and fellow Count the Kicks advocates to talk about preventable stillbirth and the importance of passing the SHINE for Autumn Act. I walk you through my first day on Capitol Hill, giving insight into what the process of advocating for a bill can look like. Along the way, I share how God orchestrated some inc...

3 months ago

25 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

60 | God’s Plan in the Midst of Pain: The Safe Haven Baby Box Mission

Send us a text In this powerful and moving episode, we sit down with Monica Kelsey, the founder of Safe Haven Baby Boxes, to hear her extraordinary testimony. Monica boldly and unapologetically shares her personal story—one that begins in August 1972, when her 17-year-old birth mother survived a brutal assault and faced an unplanned pregnancy. Against all odds, she chose life, abandoned Monica safely at a hospital just hours after birth, and unknowingly set the course for a mission that would...

3 months ago

29 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

59 | Miles’ Mission: Turning Grief Into Purpose

Send us a text In this episode, we share the story behind Miles' Mission — a powerful movement born from the heartbreak of losing Miles Owen Moore, who was stillborn on October 11, 2021. His passing forever changed his family, inspiring them to take their pain and turn it into purpose. Join Jennifer and Dr. Michael Bullock as they open up about their journey through grief and the many challenges they discovered along the way — gaps in hospital care, legislation, and resources that left ...

3 months ago

51 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

58 | From The Biggest Loser to the Biggest Mission: Buddy Shuh’s Story of Loss and Hope | The Tears Foundation

Send us a text When Buddy Shuh stepped onto the set of The Biggest Loser in 2012, millions of viewers saw a man determined to reclaim his health. What they didn’t see was the deeper story—the heartbreak that had quietly shaped his life for years. Back in 2006, Buddy and his wife were joyfully preparing to welcome their baby girl when a routine prenatal appointment turned their world upside down. Doctors discovered their daughter was missing several vital organs and diagnosed her with spina bi...

4 months ago

45 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

57 | The Dark Truth About My Brother’s Death

Send us a text Today, I open up and share a story I have never spoken about publicly before—the story of my brother’s death. While it was ruled as SIDS, I’ve carried the belief in my heart that his life was taken for monetary gain. My biological father had a desire to profit from the twins—or even through my death—and that shadow has followed me for decades. In this episode, I share the details and events that unfolded both before and after my brother’s passing, moments that have weighed heav...

4 months ago

28 minutes

The Silent Footprints | Stillbirth, Miscarriage, SIDS, Stigma, Baby Loss, Grief, SHINE for Autumn Act, Advocate, Legislation,

56 | Grieving Together: Luis Melara’s Story of Losing His Sister Ana Mary

Send us a text In this episode, Luis Melara, the son of Rosie Melara, opens up about the heartbreaking loss of his sister, Ana Mary, in 2010. What began as a season of hope, joy, and anticipation quickly turned into grief and heartache. Luis shares how, as a young child, he learned to grieve openly alongside his family, discovering the power of walking through sorrow together. Through their journey, his family found meaningful ways to honor Ana Mary’s life, and in the process, Luis developed ...

4 months ago

39 minutes