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Welcome to the

BY CHANCE AVENUE
Podcast

Hosted by Elizabeth Tiglao-Guss, the By Chance Avenue Podcast is a space for women living without children by chance, not by choice. Each weekly episode explores grief, resilience, joy, and self-discovery through honest conversations and thoughtful insights.

From personal stories to practical tools for healing and growth, this podcast supports women as they move forward, redefine their lives, and create meaning beyond motherhood.

If you’re looking for comfort, perspective, or a community that understands, you’re in the right place. Here, we honor the story you’ve lived — and make room for the life you’re still building.

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Featured Episodes

Early episodes that helped shape this space.

Woman with long auburn hair smiling gently, wearing a beige sweater against a soft neutral background. Kathleen Guthrie Woods, Internship into Motherhood. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Internship into Motherhood

In this episode, Kathleen Guthrie Woods shares her journey through the realities of motherhood, grief, and finding purpose beyond traditional paths.

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Woman with short silver hair, bold earrings, and a floral arm tattoo smiling softly against a light background. Katy Seppi, Childless Collective. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Building Community After Childlessness

Advocate Katy Seppi shares her journey through infertility, grief, and how creating community brings healing, purpose, and connection.

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Smiling woman in a white button-up shirt with long brown hair, standing against a soft beige background. Tara Accardo, Grief Coach. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Graceful Grief Navigation

Tara Accardo discusses navigating grief especially during the holidays, emphasizing self-awareness, boundaries, and finding comfort while creating meaningful new traditions.

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Woman with gray-streaked hair, gold hoop earrings, and a warm smile, wearing a black top against a light background. Melissa Jones, live childfree. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Finding Peace Without Parenthood

Melissa Jones shares her journey from infertility to healing, and how she and her husband found peace, purpose, and joy in a child-free life.

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Smiling woman with long brown hair and bangs, wearing a brown houndstooth jacket over black. Carrie Hauskens. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

"I Have A Sad Story, Not A Sad Life"

In this episode, Writer Carrie shares her deeply moving story of infertility, loss, and finding meaning in a child-free life after saying goodbye to her daughter, Clementine.

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Smiling woman with long wavy hair wearing a white lace-trimmed top and cardigan, against a neutral background. Samantha DeCosmo. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Healing Through Loss

Samantha shares her powerful journey through miscarriage, infertility, and chronic illness—and how healing unfolds through rest, support, and self-advocacy.

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Smiling woman with long blonde hair wearing a denim shirt. Brandi Babb, Zero Proof Life Community. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Choosing A Way Forward

In this episode, Brandi Babb shares her journey through infertility, grief, sobriety, and how embracing purposeful change can lead to deeper healing and fulfillment.

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Smiling woman in red glasses and a white coat, wearing colorful attire. Dr. Chrissy, Surgeon & Trauma Care. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Achieve Holistic Wellness

Dr Chrissy shares her personal story and empowers healthcare professionals to achieve holistic wellness, combining medical expertise with timeless wellness practices.

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Close-up of a smiling woman with short hair and nose piercings, wearing a tank top and earbuds. Julia Christine. By Chance Avenue for childless women.

Breathwork Transformation

Julia Christine shares her journey of healing, breathwork, and redefining identity beyond societal expectations of womanhood and motherhood.

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Healing Through Wellness

Amy Sullivan shares her journey of healing, embracing a child-free life, and fostering holistic wellness through yoga, nutrition, and community support.