Still a Mother: Robyn’s Story of Stillbirth, Grief, and the Love That Endures
- Chelsea Myers
- Jul 1
- 2 min read
Honoring Freya: A Story of Stillbirth, Grief, and Motherhood
When Robyn and her partner learned they were expecting their first baby, Freya, everything seemed to follow the perfect script. A healthy pregnancy. A normal checkup. Excited anticipation. But at 38 weeks, everything changed—Freya’s heart had stopped. She was born sleeping the next day.
In her episode, Robyn shares her experience of stillbirth with devastating honesty and profound grace. Her story is not just about loss; it’s about continuing love, parenting after death, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her child.
Grieving Out Loud: Why Robyn Shares Her Story
Robyn speaks candidly about giving birth to Freya, spending precious time with her daughter in the hospital, and navigating the blur of grief that followed. She explains why she chose to share photos of Freya online, despite receiving a hurtful comment suggesting she include a “trigger warning.”
“There’s no trigger warning for the baby aisle at the grocery store,” Robyn says. “Why should there be one for my child?”
Sharing Freya’s name, face, and story is how Robyn continues to parent her. Whether it’s through Instagram posts, memory gardens, or handmade ornaments in Freya’s honor, Robyn keeps her daughter’s presence alive every day.
There Is No Right Way to Grieve
Robyn emphasizes that grief has no timeline—and no script. Some days, it’s unbearable. Some nights, it’s sleepless. And yet, she continues to show up. Through therapy, community, and small acts of remembrance, Robyn has found ways to survive—and even find joy—without Freya physically here.
“For months, I couldn’t even shower alone,” she recalls. “My postpartum body felt like it failed me. But I’m still Freya’s mum.”
Supporting Loss Parents: What You Can Do
One of the most important takeaways from Robyn’s story is this: Say something. Even a simple heart emoji, a text to check in, or speaking the baby’s name can make all the difference.
“People think there’s a right thing to say,” Robyn says. “There isn’t. But silence is worse.”
Whether you’ve experienced loss yourself or want to support someone who has, this episode offers compassion, clarity, and community.
Listen to the full episode now and remember: You are not alone.
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