The Playground Podcast

Breaking the Silence: Navigating Miscarriage and Motherhood with Alana from HUMAN | ING

March 08, 2024 Shamim Kassibawi Season 1 Episode 6
Breaking the Silence: Navigating Miscarriage and Motherhood with Alana from HUMAN | ING
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The Playground Podcast
Breaking the Silence: Navigating Miscarriage and Motherhood with Alana from HUMAN | ING
Mar 08, 2024 Season 1 Episode 6
Shamim Kassibawi

In this emotionally charged episode of The Playground, we sit down with Alana, a Dubai-based American expat whose journey through motherhood has been marked by profound loss and resilience. After experiencing the devastating loss of her first baby at 20 weeks, just before her wedding in Italy, Alana embarked on a journey to break the silence surrounding miscarriage and infant loss.

Launching her Instagram account, HUMAN | ING, Alana sought to create a safe space for women to share their stories. In our conversation, she courageously opens up about her own experiences, shedding light on the taboo nature of miscarriage and the pervasive shame that often surrounds it.

From the highs and lows of motherhood to the sleepless nights and the chaos of raising two boys, Alana shares the raw and unfiltered reality of her daily life. Amidst the challenges, she finds strength in her community and the bond she shares with other women who have walked similar paths.

As she eagerly anticipates the arrival of her third baby, Alana reflects on the importance of destigmatizing miscarriage and fostering open conversations about the complexities of motherhood. Join us as we delve into Alana's story of loss, resilience, and the transformative power of sharing our truths.

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In this emotionally charged episode of The Playground, we sit down with Alana, a Dubai-based American expat whose journey through motherhood has been marked by profound loss and resilience. After experiencing the devastating loss of her first baby at 20 weeks, just before her wedding in Italy, Alana embarked on a journey to break the silence surrounding miscarriage and infant loss.

Launching her Instagram account, HUMAN | ING, Alana sought to create a safe space for women to share their stories. In our conversation, she courageously opens up about her own experiences, shedding light on the taboo nature of miscarriage and the pervasive shame that often surrounds it.

From the highs and lows of motherhood to the sleepless nights and the chaos of raising two boys, Alana shares the raw and unfiltered reality of her daily life. Amidst the challenges, she finds strength in her community and the bond she shares with other women who have walked similar paths.

As she eagerly anticipates the arrival of her third baby, Alana reflects on the importance of destigmatizing miscarriage and fostering open conversations about the complexities of motherhood. Join us as we delve into Alana's story of loss, resilience, and the transformative power of sharing our truths.