90: Stories of Hope: Ryanna Cook on Breaking Cycles, Infertility, and Building a Heart Family

Stories of Hope: Ryanna Cook on Breaking Cycles, Infertility, and Building a Heart Family

Show Notes: In this deeply moving episode of Miss Style, Strength, and Grace, part of our Stories of Hope series connecting women battling infertility, Deidra sits down with Ryanna Cook, newly crowned Mrs. Washington America 2025—a passionate entrepreneur, community advocate, and adoptive mom.

Ryanna opens up about the life-altering moment she chose to adopt her infant niece after discovering her in a makeshift cage, a heartbreaking reality born out of generational abuse and neglect. Her decision to rescue and raise her niece became the foundation for her platform, Breaking Cycles, and her belief in the power of heart families—those built on love, not just biology.

In this powerful conversation, we explore: Ryanna and her husband's journey through infertility How she became a mother through the adoption of her niece Her mission to break cycles of trauma and create a legacy of love Her thriving businesses, including her jewelry brand May and Moon How she’s using her Mrs. America platform to advocate for vulnerable children and families

Whether you’ve faced infertility, considered adoption, or are seeking purpose in your own journey—this episode will touch your heart and inspire you to believe in second chances.

 Available starting April 30 wherever you listen to podcasts.

BONUS: Curious about alternative paths to motherhood? Check out Deidra’s free workshop series, The Motherhood Map, on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@stylebydeidra

Connect with Ryanna: instagram: @ryannacook

Jewelry Brand: @mayandmoonjewelry TikTok: @mrswashingtonamerica2025 Facebook: Ryanna Cook & May and Moon