About

Hi, I’m Taylor. One of my most important roles has been as a mama to Ellis, my son who was stillborn in May 2018, and now my rainbow baby, Jonas. I’m an advocate for open conversations about grief and loss and willingly share about my own experiences with stillbirth, miscarriage, and IVF.

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On May 20, 2018 my life changed when I became a mother to Ellis, my first and only child who was stillborn while I was nearly eight months pregnant. The experience of losing him completely rocked my worldview. I now deeply understand the fragility of life, the illusion of control, the inevitability of suffering, the magnitude of grief, the profound pain of losing a child, the beauty in vulnerability, and ultimately the incredible opportunity we have as humans to create and love. As a result, I feel called to write about of what I've experienced, to honor my son's life and to share the gifts he’s brought us. 

Read my blog and follow me on Instagram to get to know more.

You can also view my resume to learn more about my professional experience.

 
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