"I’m really excited. I’m so happy." - Kelsey Parker Shares Her New Pregnancy Joy
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Joining us on the sofa today is a true force of nature. Actress, dancer, podcaster, and brilliant entrepreneur Kelsey Parker sits down with Louise and Hannah for one of her most raw, unfiltered, and deeply moving conversations yet. From navigating the devastating loss of her husband, Tom Parker (The Wanted), in 2022, to tragically losing her baby son, Phoenix, last summer, Kelsey has faced a lifetime of unimaginable heartache before even hitting her mid-thirties. Yet, she remains a absolute beacon of hope, resilience, and infectious energy. In this episode, Kelsey opens up about the bittersweet joy of being pregnant again with her partner Will, the horrific reality of being trolled online while grieving her son, and why she refuses to let toxic internet culture dictate her timeline for happiness. She also shares the beautiful, undeniable spiritual signs Tom sends the family from beyond, and the hilarious, chaotic delivery room memories that keep his spirit alive in their household every single day.
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RESOURCES IF NEEDED Sands (Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Charity) Sands is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to supporting anyone affected by the death of a baby. They offer a safe, completely non-judgmental space whether the loss happened recently or many years ago. Website: sands.org.uk
Tommy’s Tommy's is a major pregnancy charity that funds ground-breaking research into miscarriage, stillbirth, and premature birth, while providing expert-led emotional support. Website: tommys.org
Saying Goodbye (The Mariposa Trust) Saying Goodbye provides comprehensive support and advice to anyone who has suffered the loss of a baby at any stage of pregnancy, at birth, or in infancy. Website: sayinggoodbye.org
The Miscarriage Association If you are dealing with pregnancy loss in the earlier stages, this organization is dedicated to ensuring you don't have to go through it alone. Website: miscarriageassociation.org.uk
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