The Blindsided
by Nicole Bruno / Desiree Miller
Latest episode
Rob Reider - SAD DADS CLUB
Rob Reider - SAD DADS CLUB
About this podcast
Welcome to the Blindsided podcast, a source of support for those going through pregnancy, infant, or child loss. This unexpected and devastating experience can leave us wholly blindsided, not only by the event itself but also by the fact that it could happen to us or those close to us. Our mission is to provide a safe space for those who have been blindsided, to share their heartfelt stories about the babies they cherished.
Throughout these episodes, we will feature stories of dearly missed children, narrated by their mothers, birthing or non-birthing partners, fathers, siblings, or grandparents. By sharing these experiences, we aim to offer solace and guidance to those who are newly blindsided, showing that it’s possible to endure and find hope, knowing that others have been through similar journeys and comprehend their pain.
Our goal is to resonate with individuals who seek understanding and hope during these challenging times of grief.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 26 episodes
- Rob Reider - SAD DADS CLUB · 1 h 3 minJoin us as we speak with Rob Reider, Co-Founder and Exec. Director of the Sad Dads Club. Rob and his wife Tehliah lost their daughter Lila to stillbirth in December of 2017…
- Kim Capista · 45 minIn our first episode in 2025, we spoke to Kim, a Philadelphia-area mom who is navigating her life after the loss of her 3rd son, David. Kim and her husband found out early in…
- Keegan's Story · 60 min · Season 1 Episode 23In this episode of The Blindsided, we sit down with Bridget, a Philadelphia mom who is navigating the unthinkable. We first met Bridget at the Lucas James fundraiser event, and…
- Liz Cressman - Aria's Story · 1 h 0 min · Season 1 Episode 22Liz is a mom of two to Aria (would be 4) and Oliver (3). She is married to her high school sweetheart, Rob. After losing Aria to stillbirth, Liz has been trying to find a way to…
- Father's Day Episode with Brad Entrekin · 44 min · Season 1 Episode 21Join us as we talk with Brad Entrekin, wife to Jenna and dad to Owen, Emily and Connor. On November 11, 2016, their family's world was forever changed when they learned that just…
- Kegan's Story · 47 min · Season 1 Episode 20In this episode we sit down with Dr. Terrell Hatzilias as she shares the story of the life and legacy of her son Kegan. Dr. Hatzilias is a neuroscientist and medical writer. She…
- Lucas James Fundraiser Event · 36 min · Season 1 Episode 19On April 28th, we attended the fundraising event at Spartan Gym [https://spartangymsc.com/] to honor Lucas James Swartz. We were lucky enough to speak with his mom Amber, twice…
- Ann Coyle - Perinatal Bereavement Manager at Virtua Health · 18 min · Season 1 Episode 18As the overseer of the Perinatal Bereavement Program, Ann ensures that families grappling with the loss of a pregnancy or an infant have access to a comprehensive array of…
- Hope and Lou - Honoring Lilly-Anna and Noah · 1 h 22 min · Season 1 Episode 17In this deeply moving episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Lou and Hope as they share their unique and heart-wrenching stories of love, loss, and friendship. Lou…
- Nation Siblings Day - Emily / Connor · 42 min · Season 1 Episode 16If you didn't know, Siblings Day is April 10th every year! We wanted to bring you, and your kids, something special so we interviewed the sibling (Emily) of a baby who was born…
- Shandeigh "Nikki" Berry, PhD, RN, CNE-Aydens Aunt · 34 min · Season 1 Episode 15In this episode, we were fortunate to sit down with Nikki Berry, a former OR nurse turned nurse educator and researcher with a focus on the grief and trauma of perinatal loss…
- Ashley Naglak - Nora's Mom · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 14This episode we sat down with mom Ashley Kreyskop-Naglak from Levittown Pennsylvania. She lives there with her husband Blake and their furry friends. Ashley and her husband…
- Lucas James Part 2 · 1 h 2 min · Season 1 Episode 13How lucky are we to sit down with Amber Swartz again? You asked, she answered! This episode we go over some listener questions for Amber. She continues to amaze us with her…
- Aria Lorelei · 60 min · Season 1 Episode 12Brittney Basquez will be sharing the story of her daughter Aria with us. Brittney is a stay-at-home mom living in South Jersey with her son, daughter and fiance'. She lost her…
- PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy-Owen's Legacy · 1 h 13 min · Season 1 Episode 11After Ana tragically lost her son Owen to stillbirth on October 3, 2015, she redirected her focus towards advocacy, prevention, education, and raising awareness. Active under the…
- Sweet Madelynn · 49 min · Season 1 Episode 10Mom, Tina Rouh, tells the story of her sweet daughter Madelynn. Maddie, as many now call her, was born in December of 2019 and tragically passed away a few short days later at…
- Lucas's Story · 1 h 5 min · Season 1 Episode 9Mom Amber Thompson tells the story of the pregnancy and birth of her son, Lucas James. Amber is a mom, wife (CONGRATS!), friend, hair artist, and true light from Philadelphia…
- Noah's Story · 45 min · Season 1 Episode 8Melanie is a health coach, personal trainer, yoga teacher and wife to the best husband, Pieter. They just moved to the US (Cape Cod) after living (and giving birth) in…
- Oliver's Story · 44 min · Season 1 Episode 7Mom Sara Shepherd tells the story of the pregnancy and birth of her son, Oliver. Sara's story is near and dear to us because we have been fortunate to watch her journey over the…
- A Special Holiday Message · 11 min · Season 1 Episode 6We are thinking of you this holiday season and wanted to share some advice we have learned through the years. When navigating the holiday season after the loss of your baby…
