“How Do You Prepare for the Unknown?” — Nancy on Loss, Fear, and Pregnancy After Loss
Nancy shares the story of her son Callum — a pregnancy that began with surprise and joy, and slowly unfolded into uncertainty after a CMV diagnosis. In this episode, she walks us through what it was like to navigate pregnancy loss, the fear of the unknown, and how her experience shaped the way she approached pregnancy after loss. She also shares about her earthside sons and what motherhood after loss looks like for her today.
We talk about:
Receiving a CMV diagnosis during pregnancy and what that meant
The emotional shift from joy to fear in pregnancy
Navigating the unknowns of pregnancy loss
Grieving an angel baby while continuing forward
The complexity of pregnancy after loss
Holding fear and hope at the same time
Motherhood after loss and raising earthside children
How loss changes your identity as a mother
Finding moments of grounding and connection again
This episode is a powerful reminder that grief and love live side by side — and that even after loss, there can still be space for hope.
Get to Know Nancy:
Nancy is a mother of three, including her angel baby Callum and her two earthside sons, Declan and Landon. She lives in Oakville, Ontario with her husband Cody, and works as an elementary school teacher. Outside of work, she loves spending time outdoors with her boys, reading, gardening, and playing soccer — finding joy in the everyday moments of motherhood after loss.
Learn more about CMV: https://cmvcanada.com/what-is-cmv/#prevention
