In this solo episode, host Ashley Opliger shares a heartfelt message inspired by Psalm 23, offering hope and encouragement to grieving moms walking through the valley of loss. Reflecting on her personal grief journey—including the death of her daughter, Bridget, and her father—Ashley reminds listeners that Jesus, our Good Shepherd, walks with us through suffering and sorrow.

She also announces exciting ministry updates, including the upcoming release of her book Cradled in Hope, a new website filled with resources for grieving families, and shares songs and tools that have brought comfort during seasons of grief. With deep compassion, Ashley encourages grieving moms to share their stories, reminding them that their testimony is powerful and can be used by God to bring hope and healing to others.

In this episode, Ashley shared:

• Bridget's Cradles ministry updates, including a new website coming soon
• A preview of her upcoming book, Cradled in Hope, releasing July 22
• Reflections on Psalm 23 and how Jesus is our Good Shepherd
• Worship song recommendations
• A helpful grief resource, called Through This Valley
• The hope of Heaven and the power of your testimony

• EPISODE SHOW NOTES & FULL TRANSCRIPT:
[www.bridgetscradles.com/post/episode59]

• CRADLED IN HOPE PODCAST WEBSITE:
Sign up here to receive email updates and hope-filled resources
[www.bridgetscradles.com/podcast]

• CRADLED IN HOPE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOR GRIEVING MOMS:
[www.facebook.com/groups/cradledinhope]

• FOLLOW BRIDGET'S CRADLES
[www.facebook.com/bridgetscradles]
[www.instagram.com/bridgetscradles]
[www.pinterest.com/bridgetscradles]

• CONNECT WITH THE HOST | ASHLEY OPLIGER
[www.ashleyopliger.com]
[www.facebook.com/ashleyopliger]
[www.instagram.com/ashleyopliger]

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Join us for a hope-filled conversation with Erin Nelson and Colleen Montague from Jessica's House, a dedicated grief support center for children and families. Erin shares her personal journey through loss and how her experiences gave her a passion for supporting others. Colleen provides insights into her role as a therapist and highlights their Heartstrings program, which supports children grieving the loss of a sibling due to pregnancy or infant loss.

In their discussion on their new book, When Grief Comes Home, Erin and Colleen explore ways in which grieving parents can effectively support their children in their grief. They delve into the power of expressive therapies, such as art and music, as valuable tools for processing difficult emotions. While grief is a challenging journey, Erin and Colleen emphasize that, with God, it can also lead to connection, healing, and resilience within families.

In this episode, we discussed:

• The power of finding others who can articulate your same pain
• Feelings of shame in pregnancy loss
• What does Jessica's House's peer support model look like?
• Their Heartstrings program for kids who have lost a sibling to miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss
• All about their new book, When Grief Comes Home
• Expressing grief through music, art, and movement
• Helping living siblings use their imagination to “remember” without having memories of their siblings
• Talking about your baby in Heaven in the present tense
• Envisioning Heaven and our future reunion with them
• How to survive grief “breath by breath”

• EPISODE SHOW NOTES & FULL TRANSCRIPT:
[www.bridgetscradles.com/post/episode58]

• CRADLED IN HOPE PODCAST WEBSITE:
Sign up here to receive email updates and hope-filled resources
[www.bridgetscradles.com/podcast]

• CRADLED IN HOPE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOR GRIEVING MOMS:
[www.facebook.com/groups/cradledinhope]

• FOLLOW BRIDGET'S CRADLES
[www.facebook.com/bridgetscradles]
[www.instagram.com/bridgetscradles]
[www.pinterest.com/bridgetscradles]

• CONNECT WITH THE HOST | ASHLEY OPLIGER
[www.ashleyopliger.com]
[www.facebook.com/ashleyopliger]
[www.instagram.com/ashleyopliger]

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Join us for a hope-filled conversation with Jennie Parks, the Executive Director of Hope Mommies, a nonprofit dedicated to providing support and hope for grieving mothers who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Jennie shares her personal story of losing her daughter, Paige, and how her profound loss inspired her to help others through their grief.

Ashley and Jennie discuss the complexities of navigating grief, the importance of community, and the comfort found in God's promises. Grieving moms will be encouraged by Jennie's testimony and her reflection on love, loss, and hope. Lastly, Jennie shares about the mission and resources of Hope Mommies and how the organization fosters community among grieving mothers, offering them comfort grounded in the hope of Christ.

In this episode, we discussed:

• Traumatic experiences at the hospital
• The influence of nurses on bereavement care
• Finding purpose in pain by partnering with an existing organization
• The importance of a Christ-centered community
• Navigating a crisis of faith and seeking Jesus in the midst of it
• Sitting in your pain and truly lamenting your loss
• Handling hard milestones such as baby's Heaven Day
• All about their Hope Boxes, Hope Groups, Podcast, and Retreats

• EPISODE SHOW NOTES & FULL TRANSCRIPT:
[www.bridgetscradles.com/post/episode57]

• CRADLED IN HOPE PODCAST WEBSITE:
Sign up here to receive email updates and hope-filled resources
[www.bridgetscradles.com/podcast]

• CRADLED IN HOPE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOR GRIEVING MOMS:
[www.facebook.com/groups/cradledinhope]

• FOLLOW BRIDGET'S CRADLES
[www.facebook.com/bridgetscradles]
[www.instagram.com/bridgetscradles]
[www.pinterest.com/bridgetscradles]

• CONNECT WITH THE HOST | ASHLEY OPLIGER
[www.ashleyopliger.com]
[www.facebook.com/ashleyopliger]
[www.instagram.com/ashleyopliger]

#cradledinhope #cradledinhopepodcast #bridgetscradles