The Official Forever Stars Podcast
Moving Forward, Not Moving On is the official podcast from Forever Stars, a Nottingham baby loss charity supporting families affected by stillbirth, neonatal death, infant loss, and pregnancy loss.
Through honest conversations and shared experiences, the podcast explores life after baby loss and the many different ways families learn to navigate grief and find a new normal.
Hosted by Patron and local legend, Mark Dennison, the podcast also shares personal stories, updates from the charity, conversations with professionals and organisations working within baby loss and bereavement support, and special episodes linked to awareness campaigns and events including Baby Loss Awareness Week.
Recorded at the Forever Stars Serenity Centre in Beeston, Nottingham, the podcast aims to create a safe and understanding space where conversations around baby loss feel open and supportive.
About The Podcast
Baby loss can often feel isolating. Many parents and families describe feeling unsure where to turn, how to talk about their grief, or whether others truly understand their experience.
Moving Forward, Not Moving On was created to help families feel less alone.
The podcast features:
- Bereaved parents and families sharing their stories
- Charity news and awareness campaigns
- Conversations around grief and life after loss
- Discussions about support services and bereavement care
- Guests from organisations connected to baby loss support
- Community fundraisers and supporters
Every family’s experience of loss is different, and there is no right or wrong way to grieve. The podcast exists to provide a safe space for those conversations.
Listen To Our Episodes
Episode 1 | Richard and Michelle Daniels
At the time of recording, it was Baby Loss Awareness Week. In this episode, charity founders Richard and Michelle Daniels share the story of their daughter Emily and how their experience led to the creation of Forever Stars and the work the charity now carries out supporting bereaved families across the East Midlands.
Episode 2 | Jeanette and Mark Dennison
Jeanette and Mark bravely share the story of their son Niall, who was born prematurely in November 1999 and sadly lived for only two days.
This episode explores grief, remembrance, and the lasting impact baby loss can have on families.
Episode 3 | Play Therapy
This episode focuses on the play therapy sessions provided through Forever Stars for siblings affected by baby loss.
Play therapist, Lizzie Miller, discusses the importance of sibling support, the role of play therapy in helping children process grief, and her own experience of baby loss.
Episode 4 | Leanne Louch
Leanne shares her personal experience of baby loss following the loss of her sons Thomas and Jack.
The episode also explores her role as an Embrace Ambassador for Forever Stars and the importance of community support.
Episode 5 | Nelsons Solicitors
In this episode, Carolle White and Shrdha Kapoor from Nelsons Solicitors discuss the legal process involved when families make a claim following injury or death during birth.
The conversation also explores the relationship between Nelsons and Forever Stars and the importance of support for families.
Episode 6 | Donna Ockenden
Donna Ockenden, Chair of the Independent Review into Maternity Care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, joins the podcast to discuss maternity care reviews, progress within maternity services, and the impact bereavement charities like Forever Stars have on families and healthcare support.
Episode 7 | Everest Basecamp Challenge
Mitch shares his experience preparing for an Everest Basecamp fundraising challenge to fundraise for four baby loss charities in memory of his daughter, Matilda.
The episode explores grief, fundraising, and the motivation behind taking on such a significant challenge.
Episode 8 | Volunteers Week with Rebecca Soundy
Recorded during Volunteers Week 2026, Rebecca Soundy, our Volunteer Co-ordinator, shares her thoughts on the Forever Stars community and the importance of volunteering.
Rebecca also shares her story about her little boy, Noah, her time spent in the Serenity Suite, and how Forever Stars supported her family.
Want To Feature On A Future Episode?
We are always interested in hearing from people and organisations connected to the baby loss community.
This may include:
- Bereaved parents and families
- Healthcare professionals
- Researchers and advocates
- Corporate supporters and fundraisers
- Charities and support organisations
- Community supporters connected to Forever Stars
If you have a story, experience, project, or perspective you would like to share, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact our team to discuss featuring on a future episode.
Hire Our Podcast Studio
Did you know our podcast is recorded from the Forever Stars Serenity Centre in Beeston, Nottingham?
Our professional podcast studio is also available for businesses, organisations, and content creators to hire.
Located within the Serenity Centre, the studio provides a calm, welcoming, and professional environment suitable for:
- Podcast recording
- Interviews and discussion panels
- Business podcasts
- Audio content creation
- Community and charity projects
By hiring the studio, you are also supporting the ongoing work of Forever Stars and helping us continue supporting bereaved families across Nottinghamshire.
If you would like more information about studio hire, pricing, or availability, please contact us.
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