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Ep 104: (PART 1) 11 Days with Logan: How Holly used writing to process unthinkable loss

In this heartbreaking yet hopeful first part of a two-part series, host Sharna Southan sits down with Holly Canda to share her profound journey through pregnancy loss and the unexpected path it led her toward.

After losing her 11-day-old son Logan due to severe brain damage caused by cerebral hypoxia during a complicated breech birth, and then losing his young cousin Millie just five weeks later, Holly discovered healing through writing and creative expression.

Holly's Story Highlights

  • A Picture-Perfect Pregnancy: Holly's dedication to preparing for motherhood through fitness, education, and hiring a supportive birth team
  • The Unexpected Turn: Logan's complicated breech birth at home and the devastating diagnosis that followed
  • 11 Precious Days: The NICU journey, difficult decisions, and saying goodbye
  • Double Grief: Losing cousin Millie (14 months old) to mitochondrial disease just weeks later
  • Finding Purpose in Pain: How writing stories helped process grief and maintain connection with Logan
  • Family Collaboration: Creating Lucy Bear Books with her sisters to help children understand loss and hardship
  • Pregnancy After Loss: Navigating the complex emotions of expecting again while grieving

Key Topics Discussed

  • Home birth experience and breech complications
  • NICU journey and end-of-life care decisions
  • Processing grief through creative writing
  • Supporting children through family loss
  • Pregnancy after loss challenges
  • Trauma-informed birth preparation
  • Building community through shared experience

Important Statistics Shared

  • 1 in 4 pregnancies result in miscarriage
  • 1 in 8 women experience infertility
  • 1 in 100 women experience recurrent miscarriage
  • 1 in 160 births end in stillbirth
  • 6 neonatal deaths occur daily in Australia

Resources Mentioned

  • Logi Bear Books: Children's books helping kids understand life's hardships
  • Pregnancy Loss Practitioner Certification: Training program for healthcare professionals and support workers

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Important Note

Content shared in this episode is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for medical guidance.

Coming Up

Don't miss Part 2 of Holly's story, where we'll dive deeper into her healing journey, the creation of Lucy Bear Books, and how she's helping other families navigate loss and grief.

Be gentle with yourself, and thank you for joining us in opening up these important conversations.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify 

For those seeking guidance and support, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone, and there are resources and communities ready to help you through your healing journey.

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Sharna Southan Pregnancy Loss Practitioner & Trauma informed Coach

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Sending you so much love and light on your healing journey. 💛