Trauma Mamas
Trauma Mamas is a podcast dedicated to the incredible families who navigate the ICU and raise children with medical complexities. These parents have faced the unimaginable—from premature births and life-saving surgeries to chronic illnesses, long ICU stays, and child loss. Each episode shares their stories of unwavering love and tireless advocacy, even when all hope seems lost. These powerful, inspiring stories deserve to be heard and celebrated. Trauma Mamas also provides resources, hope, and a sense of community for those who need it most. Through shared experiences and meaningful conversations, we aim to support parents who are fighting for their children’s health and well-being.
Trauma Mamas
#8: You Weren't Expecting 10/10 to Mean So Much: with Kim
Kim shares her experience of having periviable preemie twins at just 22 weeks. She tells the story of her daughters: Amelia, who was stillborn, and Quinn, who was a fighter from the start, letting out a scream at birth, something almost unheard of at that gestational age.
In this episode, we discuss the realities of NICU life, bagging, codes, ventilation and things that might sound shocking if you’ve never lived it. But for us, this was life. Talking about it is the easy part.
Trauma Mamas exists to give an honest look at what it’s like to care for a child in a critical care setting. It’s not always pretty. It can be traumatic, isolating, and devastating. But Kim’s story is also one of hope.
As a former school counselor turned life coach, Kim has found a way to turn her pain into purpose. Through Kind Minds Coaching and Kind Minds Kids, she helps others heal, reframe their mindset, and rebuild after trauma.
She also receives undeniable signs from her girls, signs so perfectly timed they are impossible to dismiss. The number 10/10 keeps appearing in her life, a message from Quinn and Amelia that feels like more than just coincidence.
Kim shares her story with deep vulnerability and grace. She’s been where no parent should ever have to go, and yet, she continues forward, helping others, honoring her daughters, and proving that love never truly leaves us.
Listen now to hear her story and find out why 10/10 means so much.