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Cradled in Hope | Podcast for Grieving Moms | Biblical Hope for Miscarriage, Stillbirth, & Infant Loss

Ashley Opliger of Bridget's Cradles
Grief
Faith
Bridget's Cradles
Miscarriage
Infant Loss
Hope
Stillbirth
Jesus
Christianity
Triggers Of Grief
Grief Management
Community Support
Coping Strategies
Cradled In Hope
Healing
Mental Health
Biblical Peace
Heaven
Grief Support
Motherhood

Jesus cradles us in hope as He cradles our babies in Heaven. What if the hope of Heaven had the power to heal your heart after the loss of your baby? Miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss are heartbreaking experiences that no mother should ever have to endure. Drowning in sadness, you cry out in pain, "God, where are You? Why did You let my baby die?" You feel abandoned by Him and question His ... more

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Latest Episodes

On October 20, 2026, Bridget's Cradles hosted our annual Wave of Light candlelight vigil at Beech Lake in Wichita, Kansas, honoring babies in Heaven through an evening of remembrance, worship, and hope.

This special bonus episode of the Cradled in H... more

In this practical and compassionate episode, Ashley welcomes Christian anger coach, podcaster, and bereaved mom Elizabeth to discuss a topic that many grieving mothers experience but few feel comfortable talking about: anger.

After sharing the story... more

In this heartfelt episode, Ashley welcomes James Shove to share the story behind his powerful song, Jealous That Heaven's Your Home. James' wife, Emily, was previously on our podcast on Episode 61, but in this conversation, James offers a unique pers... more

In this hope-filled episode, Ashley welcomes author, speaker, and fellow Bethany House author Lisa Appelo to discuss her new devotional, God of Comfort. After losing her husband unexpectedly and later walking alongside her son and daughter-in-law thr... more

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Andrew Musgrave
Representative of Equity Bank Trust and Wealth Management
Equity Bank Trust and Wealth Management
Episode: Bonus Ep | Wave of Light 2026
Scott Evans
Emcee of the Wave of Light vigil
Bridget's Cradles
Episode: Bonus Ep | Wave of Light 2026
Kylee Eden
Mother of Junie Bea Eden and 2026 Shine Their Light Award recipient
Episode: Bonus Ep | Wave of Light 2026
Kendall Eden
Father of Junie Bea Eden and 2026 Shine Their Light Award recipient
Episode: Bonus Ep | Wave of Light 2026
James Shove
Bereaved father and songwriter
Episode: Bonus Ep | Wave of Light 2026
Nate Johnson
Worship leader at Christ Church
Christ Church
Episode: Bonus Ep | Wave of Light 2026
Elizabeth Andreyevskiy
Christian anger coach, podcaster, and bereaved mother
Episode: 73 | Anger and Grief: Processing Big Emotions After Baby Loss | Elizabeth Andreyevskiy
Lisa Appelo
Author of God of Comfort; mom of seven; widow; grieving mother and grandmother
Bethany House author; Bridget's Cradles collaborator
Episode: 71 | God of Comfort: Finding Hope, Healing, and God's Presence in Grief | Lisa Appelo
Aubrey Pavlacka
Physician assistant, mother, and Timber's mom
Timber's story; friend of Ashley
Episode: 70 | From Babymoon to Baby Loss: Trusting God with Timber | Aubrey Pavlacka

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Ashley Opliger
Host of Cradled in Hope Podcast; founder of Bridget's Cradles; prominent voice in grief support for pregnancy and infant loss.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 231 ratings
  • Helped me through the darkest season

    This podcast has helped me through the loss of my baby. I have learned so much through these episodes and found so much hope. I have hope in Jesus and this podcast leads me straight to Him! So much practical advice and suggestions can be found here too! The Cradled in Hope book is also phenomenal!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Britt4477
    United States8 months ago
  • A Compassionate Voice for Grieving Mom’s

    I recently met Ashley as we were recording an episode for my podcast, and got to know a young mom who loves Jesus, and is passionate about sharing His love, hope and comfort with other grieving moms! This podcast is just one of the many resources Ashley’s ministry offers to bring comfort and hope to others.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Empty Chair Endeavor
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hope

    We don’t grieve without hope and we also don’t have to grieve alone. Thankful to have found a community to help me navigate this tremendous grief and feel validated in my loss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bunlover18
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Beautiful Resource for Grieving Moms

    This podcast helped me feel not as alone in my grieving process. I always feel encouraged after listening to an episode with more hope for the good that the Lord still has for my life. Thank you Ashley and BC!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJK10202018
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing ministry

    This podcast does such an amazing job ministering to women who have tragically lost a baby. I lost my third son at 19 weeks in August of 2023 and this ministry has helped me learn to cope with my grief and with my relationship with The Lord. Ashley highlights so many unspoken aspects of grief and pregnancy/ infant loss, all while pointing women back to Jesus, who brings us comfort and hope. I could not be more thankful to Ashley and this ministry for helping out women who have gone through this ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jess Canseco
    United States3 years ago

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Powerful reminders that healing can include hope and faith
Compassionate, hopeful guidance for grieving moms
A consistent source of comfort and practical grief support
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73 | Anger and Grief: Processing Big Emotions After Baby Loss | Elizabeth Andreyevskiy
Q: Would you speak to that just like feeling of being at the brim and how do we give ourselves a little bit of margin so our cup isn't quite there? And what biblical ways did you find to switch from explosive anger to processing that emotion in a healthy way?
Elizabeth says unprocessed grief and daily stressors reduce emotional capacity, so small incidents can trigger outsized reactions. She recommends identifying feelings and their causes through prayer, journaling, talking with a safe person, and then releasing emotion through crying, movement, music, or creative activities.
73 | Anger and Grief: Processing Big Emotions After Baby Loss | Elizabeth Andreyevskiy
Q: Would you speak to how you see that anger surfacing both in your own story and other women that you've worked with?
Elizabeth describes grief as a cycle in which anger may follow shock and denial and can recur. She recalls feeling emotionally flooded and either exploding at loved ones or suppressing her feelings, and explains that unprocessed grief can contribute to irritability, resentment, anxiety, and depression.
72 | Jealous That Heaven's Your Home | James Shove
Q: What does Jealous That Heaven's Your Home aim to communicate to other grieving families?
The host and James emphasize hope as a stepping stone in healing, the unique perspective of a grieving father, and the belief that heaven offers a future home with God and loved ones.
72 | Jealous That Heaven's Your Home | James Shove
Q: What did songwriting and journaling bring to your healing process?
He explains how journaling initially felt too dark and private, but rhyming prayers and poetry, coupled with musical learning, helped translate pain into something healing and sharable.
72 | Jealous That Heaven's Your Home | James Shove
Q: Tell us about Phoenix and what those days surrounding his loss were like for you as a father.
James describes the Christmas-time pregnancy, the shock and fear as Emily began bleeding, the intense emotional and physical pain, and his resolve to stay strong for her while feeling his own fear and grief.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cradled in Hope

What is Cradled in Hope about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers grief, faith, and healing after miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss, featuring conversations with mothers, medical professionals, and advocates who share personal journeys, practical resources, and spiritual reflections. Episodes frequently weave biblical hope, community support, and actionable guidance for navigating grief, honoring babies, and finding purpose beyond loss. A standout theme is transforming suffering into service through Bridget's Cradles and related ministries, with guests ranging from medical professionals and faith leaders to grieving parents who offer lived experience and practical steps for healing. This is likely to appeal to listeners seeking hopeful, faith-aligned perspectives on pregnancy and i... more

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1. Andrew Musgrave
2. Scott Evans
3. Kylee Eden
4. Kendall Eden
5. James Shove
6. Nate Johnson
7. Elizabeth Andreyevskiy
8. Lisa Appelo

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