Figuring out how to build a business from your story and support others through theirs
Ep. 105 of All Figured Out Podcast
When Angel Leung experienced her first miscarriage, she was already a nurse. She understood the clinical side of loss, had supported NICU families, and knew how to navigate the system. What she didn’t know was how much her world would change when she became the patient.
Years later, after multiple losses including a second-trimester miscarriage during the pandemic, Angel would go on to launch Baby Bean Consulting: a private nursing practice that helps families experiencing miscarriage, pregnancy after loss, and birth trauma feel seen, heard, and supported.
On today’s episode of All Figured Out, Angel joins Andrea to talk about:
What pregnancy after loss really feels like
How to advocate for yourself when you’re overwhelmed
Creating new cultural conversations around grief
What her daughter taught her about remembrance
The moment her husband asked: “What about the families who don’t have you?”
Angel’s story is one of pain and perseverance, but also one of deep purpose. She’s turning her lived experience into a business that is helping families across the province (and beyond) navigate one of the hardest seasons of life with care, clarity, and community.
Key Takeaways
You are allowed to grieve loudly. Angel shares how difficult it was when people didn’t know what to say, or said the wrong thing. Her advice? Say the baby’s name. Ask about the pregnancy. Let your presence speak louder than your discomfort.
Support after loss isn’t one-size-fits-all. Angel’s own experience showed her that compassion looks different across cultures. Her mother showed up with soup. Angel needed someone to talk to. Both mattered.
Navigating the healthcare system can be overwhelming. Baby Bean helps families ask better questions, prepare for appointments, and advocate for their care. Whether it’s pregnancy, NICU transitions, or complex referrals, Angel helps take the weight off.
Kids understand more than we think. Angel’s daughter lived through two of her miscarriages and now talks openly about her siblings in heaven. These conversations, while uncomfortable for others, have helped normalize loss in their family.
Your pain can lead to purpose. While Angel never expected to start a business, Baby Bean Consulting is now a lifeline for hundreds of families. Her work is a reminder that your story can matter—and even serve others.
About Baby Bean Consulting
Baby Bean Consulting is a private nursing service based in North Vancouver that supports families through pregnancy loss, pregnancy after loss, and birth trauma. Founded by Angel Leung, a registered nurse with lived experience of recurrent miscarriage, Baby Bean offers practical, personalized care to help women navigate complex medical systems with confidence.
Visit babybeanconsulting.ca to learn more or book a consult.
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About Andrea Barr
Andrea is a certified career and life coach for ambitious parents and the host of All Figured Out.
Explore coaching, resume templates, and free resources at andreabarr.com
About Andrea Barr, host of All Figured Out
Andrea is a certified career and life coach for parents. Through her coaching, she supports parents in finding better work-life rhythms so they can continue to grow personally and professionally without sacrificing family time.
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