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Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms is a mental health and grief support podcast for mothers navigating life after child loss. Hosted by author, bereaved mom, and grief educator Lisa K. Boehm, each episode offers hope, tools, and connection for living with grief and finding your way through motherhood after loss.
This is a compassionate podcast for mothers grieving the loss of their child—whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or the death of a teen or adult child. Here you’ll find a safe and understanding space with gentle guidance, heartfelt encouragement, and real tools to help you survive the unimaginable pain of child loss.
Each episode shares practical grief support, honest stories from other grieving mothers, and expert insights to help you cope with overwhelming sadness, navigate grief triggers, and learn how to live with grief while honoring your child’s memory. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone—and hope that life after loss, while forever changed, can still hold meaning, love, and connection.
If you’ve ever asked yourself:
• Will I ever survive this pain after losing my child?
• How do I get through birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays without them?
• What does “normal” look like now?
• How do I support my surviving children while grieving myself?
• How do I navigate motherhood after loss?
• How can I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward?
• Do grieving moms ever heal?
• What are some coping strategies for the daily heartbreak of child loss?
…you’ll find understanding, answers, and encouragement here.
Drawing from her own journey as a bereaved mother and her training with grief expert David Kessler, Lisa blends empathy with practical strategies to help you:
• Cope with the death of a baby, child, or teen
• Navigate the challenges of motherhood after loss
• Find comfort during grief milestones and anniversaries
• Honour your child’s legacy while rebuilding your life
• Connect with other grieving mothers who truly understand
Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, this podcast will walk beside you with compassion, understanding, and support.
💔 You don’t have to walk this road alone. Subscribe to Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms, a podcast for mothers grieving the loss of their child, for weekly encouragement, coping tools, and heartfelt conversations about life after child loss.
💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and gentle resources:
https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort
This is a compassionate podcast for mothers grieving the loss of their child—whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or the death of a teen or adult child. Here you’ll find a safe and understanding space with gentle guidance, heartfelt encouragement, and real tools to help you survive the unimaginable pain of child loss.
Each episode shares practical grief support, honest stories from other grieving mothers, and expert insights to help you cope with overwhelming sadness, navigate grief triggers, and learn how to live with grief while honoring your child’s memory. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone—and hope that life after loss, while forever changed, can still hold meaning, love, and connection.
If you’ve ever asked yourself:
• Will I ever survive this pain after losing my child?
• How do I get through birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays without them?
• What does “normal” look like now?
• How do I support my surviving children while grieving myself?
• How do I navigate motherhood after loss?
• How can I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward?
• Do grieving moms ever heal?
• What are some coping strategies for the daily heartbreak of child loss?
…you’ll find understanding, answers, and encouragement here.
Drawing from her own journey as a bereaved mother and her training with grief expert David Kessler, Lisa blends empathy with practical strategies to help you:
• Cope with the death of a baby, child, or teen
• Navigate the challenges of motherhood after loss
• Find comfort during grief milestones and anniversaries
• Honour your child’s legacy while rebuilding your life
• Connect with other grieving mothers who truly understand
Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, this podcast will walk beside you with compassion, understanding, and support.
💔 You don’t have to walk this road alone. Subscribe to Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms, a podcast for mothers grieving the loss of their child, for weekly encouragement, coping tools, and heartfelt conversations about life after child loss.
💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and gentle resources:
https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort
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5 Unexpected Ways Grief Changes After Child LossIf you are a grieving mother navigating life after child loss and wondering why your grief feels different over time, this episode is for you. Grief after losing a child doesn’t follow a timeline—and it doesn’t stay the same. In this episode, Lisa Boehm shares 5 unexpected ways grief changes year after year, helping you understand the evolving nature of grief, why certain emotions resurface, and how to cope with long-term grief after child loss. You’ll gain insight into how grief shifts beyond the early days, feel reassured that your experience is normal, and learn how to carry grief while continuing to live your life.🌿 Key TakeawaysGrief after child loss often becomes invisible to others but remains deeply presentThe reality of losing a child can feel heavier as time passesLong-term grief can show up in unexpected moments and emotional triggersHealing doesn’t mean moving on—it means learning to live with griefGrief becomes part of your identity and continues to evolve over time🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned💛 Join the Angel Moms Community (Grief Support for Mothers After Child Loss): It's a supportive space for grieving moms to feel seen, understood, and less alone in their grief journey
Anger is a common but often misunderstood part of child loss grief. In this episode, Lisa K. Boehm speaks to bereaved mothers navigating anger, grief, and the painful question of “Why me?” after losing a child. If you are a grieving mom feeling confused, guilty, or overwhelmed by anger, this conversation will help you understand why these emotions are normal and how to process them in healthy ways while continuing your grief journey.Key TakeawaysAnger is a normal response to child loss grief. Many grieving mothers feel anger alongside sadness.Grief anger often needs somewhere to land. It may be directed at doctors, circumstances, God, or even yourself.The question “Why me?” can keep grieving mothers stuck in pain.Healthy outlets like journaling, walking, and talking with other grieving moms can help release anger.Healing does not mean forgetting your child—it means learning to carry love and grief together.Links MentionedSupport and connection for bereaved mothers navigating grief after child loss. Learn more HERE
In this episode, we talk about why setting boundaries in grief feels so hard and why guilt shows up the moment you try. If you’re a bereaved mom who feels overwhelmed, pressured to show up, or exhausted from being the strong one, this conversation will help you protect your energy without apologizing for it. You’ll learn how to recognize your limits, create space for your own healing, and stop carrying what isn’t yours to carry.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why grief after child loss reduces your emotional capacity — and why that’s normalHow to let your current capacity guide your decisionsSimple boundary scripts you can use without over-explainingHow to reduce exposure to emotional chaos and dramaWhy boundaries protect your energy, prevent burnout, and support healingAngel Moms Community:If you’re looking for a space where your grief is understood and your boundaries are respected, the Angel Moms Community is here for you. It’s a supportive online community for bereaved mothers who don’t want to carry this alone. Learn more and join us here.
Tom Zuba has experienced the unimaginable—losing his wife, Trish, and his two children, Erin and Rory. And yet, he is still here. In this powerful conversation on surviving child loss and navigating profound grief, Tom shares what it really looks like to rebuild a life after devastating loss. If you are a bereaved mom wondering how anyone survives the death of a child—or questioning whether you will—this episode offers honest grief support, hope after loss, and reassurance that healing does not mean forgetting.In this episode, you’ll learn:How grief after child loss evolves over timeWhy emotional avoidance delays healing in bereavementWhat “hope after child loss” truly meansHow to live with fear for surviving childrenHow purpose and meaning can emerge after devastating loss Links mentioned in this episode:Tom Zuba’s Website: https://tomzuba.comTom’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TomzubateachesanewwaytodogriefLisa's list of FREE grief resources for bereaved moms
If you find yourself replaying the last day of your child’s life — the last conversation, the last hug, the last words — this episode is for you. Lisa speaks directly to grieving moms who are stuck in painful mental loops, wondering if something could have been done differently. In this episode, you’ll learn why "replaying" is such a common part of traumatic grief, what your brain is actually trying to do, and how to gently care for yourself when the spiral begins.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why replaying the past is your brain trying to solve an unsolvable problemThe difference between remembering and ruminating — and why it mattersHow self-blame can feel safer than helplessnessCompassionate tools to interrupt the mental loopLinks Mentioned in This EpisodeAngel Moms Community
This episode is for bereaved mothers who find themselves caught in the emotional tug-of-war of loving their child deeply while aching for their absence. If you’ve ever questioned whether smiling at a memory means you’re healing—or betraying your child—this conversation will meet you right where you are. In this episode, you’ll gain reassurance, perspective shifts, and gentle, practical guidance to help you understand your emotions without judging them.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why love and grief are not opposites—but companions—and what that means for your healingHow to stop policing your emotions and give yourself permission to feel it allWhy missing your child does not mean you’re stuck or failing at griefHow to release guilt around “good days” and moments of peaceA simple practice to help you hold love, pain, and life at the same timeLinks mentioned in this episode:Episode #35: Carrying Grief in One Hand and Joy in the OtherAngel Moms CommunityIf this episode supported you, please consider leaving a review so other bereaved moms can find this podcast. And as always—be gentle with yourself, Angel Mom. 🤍
Losing a child brings a loneliness unlike anything else — one that can exist even in a room full of people. In this episode of Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms, Lisa Boehm speaks openly about the deep isolation that follows child loss and why so many grieving mothers feel unseen and disconnected.Through personal stories and compassionate insight, Lisa explores why grief can feel so lonely, how that loneliness shows up in everyday life, and what can help make it more bearable. If you’ve ever felt invisible, misunderstood, or painfully alone in your grief, this episode is for you.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why child loss creates a unique and profound lonelinessHow grief can change relationships Gentle ways to cope with isolation and emotional heavinessSimple practices that can help you feel less aloneWhy connection matters so deeplyResources MentionedAngel Moms Community – A private, supportive space for bereaved mothers seeking understanding and connection
Grief isn’t just emotional. It affects every part of your body. If you’re a bereaved mom wondering why you feel exhausted, foggy, sore, anxious, or simply “not yourself,” this episode is for you. We explore the physical side of grief that so many mothers experience but rarely talk about. You’ll learn why your body responds the way it does after loss, what those symptoms really mean, and gentle tools that help you feel safer, calmer, and more supported as you navigate life after losing your child.Key Takeaways:Chest tightness to exhaustion to digestive issues are normal responses to trauma and loss.Grief affects every system of the bodySimple tools to counteract the physical symptoms of griefHow connection and community can be helpfulLinks Mentioned in This Episode🌷 Join The Angel Moms Community
This episode is for grieving mothers and anyone navigating loss who has ever wondered if their loved one is still near. If you’ve felt curious about mediums but unsure what’s real, what to believe, or whether exploring spiritual connection could help or hurt your healing, this conversation is for you. Lisa is joined by Opie Kreft for an open, grounded discussion about connecting beyond the physical world, what happens to our loved ones after they pass, and how spiritual connection can offer comfort, reassurance, and peace—without pressure or fear. You’ll walk away with clarity, validation, and a gentler understanding of how love and connection may continue after loss.Key takeaways from this episode:What a psychic medium actually does and how spiritual connection worksWhat many grieving parents wonder about where their child is now Gentle signs loved ones may use to offer comfort or reassurance How spiritual connection can support healing while honouring griefWhat to expect if you’re curious but nervous about exploring this pathLinks mentioned in this episode:Opie Kreft’s live event in Regina – February 21Booking an individual reading with Opie ***Use coupon code LISA20 for 20% off readings with Opie
If you’re a bereaved mom who finds yourself replaying moments, questioning every decision, or carrying the heavy “I should have known” kind of guilt, this episode will meet you right where you are. Today, we’re talking openly about the kind of self-blame that so many grieving mothers quietly carry. If guilt has ever felt like an uninvited companion in your grief, you’ll want to listen all the way through.Key TakeawaysGuilt is a normal trauma response — your brain is trying to make sense of the impossible, not prove you failed.Hindsight creates an illusion of clarity — you didn’t have the information then that you have now.Tools to navigate guilt include naming the feeling, challenging thoughts with facts, using grounding mantras, sharing with safe people, and imagining what your child would truly want for you.Links Mentioned in This Episode👉 Join the Angel Moms Community
If you’re a bereaved mom longing for connection, comfort, or a way to feel closer to your child, this episode is for you. In this deeply personal conversation, I share the letter I wrote to my daughter Katie—one filled with the lessons she’s taught me, how she continues to shape my life, and how love endures long after loss. You’ll hear real stories, honest reflections, and a gentle reminder that your relationship with your child didn’t end… it changed. This episode will help you feel seen, understood, and supported as you navigate life after loss.In this episode, you’ll learn: • How writing to your child can become a lifeline in grief • The powerful lessons our children continue to teach us, even years after their passing • Why grief is not just pain, but an ongoing expression of love • How signs, memories, and small moments can keep you connected to your child • A simple practice that can soften your grief and help you move through it with compassionLinks Mentioned✨ Angel Moms Community
If you are a bereaved mom who often feels unseen, misunderstood, or like you’re carrying a silent weight no one around you can understand, this episode was created for you. Inside, we unpack the honest, unfiltered truths grieving mothers rarely say out loud — the ones that live in your heart, in your body, and in the quiet places you never show the world. You’ll walk away feeling validated, understood, and less alone as you navigate the impossible journey of child loss. This conversation will help you feel seen, soften your guilt, normalize your experience, and remind you that your grief makes sense.Key TakeawaysThe seven “confessions” grieving mothers carry quietly — and why nothing about your grief is wrong or unusualHow to hold joy for others while still aching for your childWhy the fear of losing another child is so common after lossThe complicated emotions around siblings, jealousy, memories, and wanting to share your child’s nameWhy grief masks exist — and how to live with tenderness toward yourself as you carry both love and lossResources for Bereaved Moms Free PDF: Resources for Grieving Mothers A gentle collection of books, tools, words, and simple practices to help you through the hard days.🌸 Additional Support:Get weekly Comfort Connection emailsJoin the Angel Moms Community
Grief waves can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, and deeply isolating — especially for a mother grieving her child. If you’ve ever suddenly felt your chest tighten, your breath vanish, or your emotions hijack an otherwise “normal” day, this episode is for you. Inside, you’ll learn gentle, practical tools to help calm your nervous system, soften the intensity of grief waves, and feel more grounded when they hit. You’ll also hear personal stories and compassionate guidance to help you feel less alone and more supported as you navigate this lifelong journey.Key Takeaways• Why grief waves happen • How to quickly calm your body when a wave hits • A grounding technique that brings your mind back to the present moment • How journaling reduces emotional intensity and helps grief move through you • What to remember when a wave feels too big to bearLinks From This EpisodeMeditation & Journal Bundle for Grieving MomsFollow Lisa on Instagram*Don't forget to follow the podcast so you don't miss a single episode!
In this deeply honest and compassionate episode, Lisa shares the 10 unspoken truths every grieving mother carries — the ones we often feel but rarely say out loud. Through personal stories about her daughter Katie, relatable grief moments, and practical tools, this episode helps you feel seen, understood, and validated no matter where you are on your grief journey. You’ll learn why grief feels so confusing, why emotions collide, why triggers hit out of nowhere, and why you are forever changed — and you’ll walk away with supportive strategies, grounding practices, and gentle reminders that you are not walking this path alone.Key TakeawaysYour grief responses make sense — from conflicting emotions to sudden waves to feeling protective of surviving children.You are not the same person after child loss — and that is both normal and expected.Talking about your child is healing, not harmful — and you’re allowed to keep their name alive.Grief comes in cycles and layers, not straight lines — and some days will feel harder than others.Love remains the foundation, long after the world expects you to “move on.”Links Mentioned in This EpisodeComfort Connection Newsletter - get weekly messages of hope and encouragementAngel Moms online Community - information about my private support groupIf this episode brought you comfort…Please follow the show so you never miss an episode, and consider leaving a review. Reviews help this podcast reach other grieving mothers who need support, validation, and hope on their healing journey.
The New Year can stir up complicated emotions for grieving parents. When the world is busy celebrating fresh starts, you might simply be trying to survive another milestone without your child. This episode of Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms is for every parent who feels out of sync with the excitement of January. Lisa shares her own experience of facing New Year’s after losing her daughter Katie — and introduces the idea of “griefy resolutions,” compassionate intentions designed to help you move gently through the year ahead with grace, love, and self-compassion.In this episode, you’ll discover:How to release traditional resolutions and set grief-friendly intentions instead.Gentle ways to honour your child as you move into a new year.Why boundaries and self-kindness matter more than “fresh starts.”How to carry both your love and your loss in everyday life.The simple mindset shifts that can help you find moments of peace and purpose again.Find comfort and connection inside The Angel Moms Community — a safe, private space for bereaved mothers to honour their children and find hope alongside others who understand.
In this heartfelt episode of Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms, host Lisa Boehm shares her experiences and challenges of celebrating Christmas after losing her daughter, Katie. With ten years of experience, she offers compassionate insights and practical strategies to help other grieving parents navigate this difficult time while honouring their children's memories.Key Takeaways:Coping Strategies: Discover effective ways to manage grief during the holidays, including setting boundaries and creating new traditions.Honoring Your Child: Learn how to incorporate your child's memory into holiday celebrations, ensuring they are included in your heart and home.Self-Care Tips: Explore the importance of self-care and seeking support during this challenging season, allowing for moments of peace amidst the chaos.FREE download mentioned in this episode: 7 Ways to Honour your Child at ChristmasFind more resources and articles at: www.griefsupportformoms.com
This episode is for: bereaved moms and anyone navigating loss in the digital age. If scrolling through social media leaves you feeling triggered, isolated, or overwhelmed, this conversation will help you find balance. Lisa shares personal stories and practical guidance on how to protect your peace online, use social media as a healing tool, and honor your child’s memory in meaningful ways.In this heartfelt episode, you’ll learn:The emotional impact of social media after loss — and how to recognize when it’s hurting more than helpingGentle ways to step back or set boundaries without guiltHow to curate your feed to protect your heart and mental healthThe healing power of sharing your child’s story online — and when it’s okay not toPractical tips for using social media with intention, compassion, and balanceLinks Mentioned in This Episode: 👉 Join The Angel Moms Community — a private, supportive group for bereaved mothers: 👉 Learn more about Lisa and her work: www.lisakboehm.comStay Connected: Follow Lisa on Instagram → @lisaboehmofficialFollow and Rate:Subscribe to Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms wherever you listen to podcasts for weekly comfort, connection, and hope.💬 If this episode spoke to your heart, please rate and follow the show — your review helps more grieving moms find this supportive space.
This episode is for any bereaved mom wondering if grief ever changes. After ten years of loss, Lisa shares what a decade of grief has taught her — about love, healing, and rediscovering life again. If you’re longing for peace, connection, and hope, these lessons will help you shift from surviving to living while still honoring your child.In this episode, you’ll learn:How grief evolvesWhy feeling is healingHow to stay connected through love instead of painThat your child’s life still matters.🌿 Mentioned in this episode:Download 80 Ways to Honour Your Child in HeavenJoin The Angel Moms Community💌 Stay connected: lisakboehm.com | @lisaboehmofficial
This episode of The Child Loss & Grief Support Podcast is for mothers who find themselves wondering who they are after their child has died. When your child is gone, the roles and routines that once defined you disappear, and even simple interactions can feel foreign. In this conversation, Lisa Boehm explores how child loss changes our sense of identity — and how, over time, we can begin to understand who we are becoming. Through real stories, practical reflection, and gentle encouragement, you’ll learn ways to reconnect with yourself while honouring your child’s ongoing presence in your life.In this episode, you’ll learn:How identity is shaped by the roles we play — and why losing a child disrupts that sense of self.Common experiences bereaved mothers face, including feeling invisible or disconnected from others.How to begin rebuilding a sense of self through quiet reflection and small daily practices.Ways to reintroduce personal interests, creativity, and meaning into life after loss.How to integrate your child’s memory into your evolving identity in healthy, lasting ways.Links Mentioned: 💌 Join the Angel Moms Community — a private, compassionate space for mothers navigating life after loss. 🎧 Explore more episodes of The Child Loss & Grief Support Podcast: Connect with Lisa: 🌸 Instagram: @griefsupportformoms 💬 Facebook: Grief & Child Loss Support for Moms
For grieving mothers navigating the pain of the holidays, this episode of The Child Loss & Grief Support Podcast offers understanding, comfort, and gentle guidance. Thanksgiving can feel impossibly heavy when the traditions, family gatherings, and gratitude that once grounded you now highlight your child’s absence. In this heartfelt episode, host Lisa Boehm shares seven compassionate, practical ways to get through Thanksgiving when your world feels upside down — from setting boundaries to finding small moments of comfort.Key Takeaways:How to redefine “normal” when traditions no longer fitGentle ways to honour your child during ThanksgivingScripts and strategies for saying “no” without guiltSimple self-care tactics to manage triggers and exhaustionOne mindful shift that makes gratitude possible againLinks Mentioned in This Episode 👉 Free Resource List for Bereaved Moms — comforting tools, books, and podcasts to help you feel less alone 👉 The Child Loss & Grief Support Podcast on Apple Podcasts — please leave a review to help other grieving moms find this showFollow Lisa: 🌿 Instagram: @griefsupportformoms 💌 Website: lisakboehm.com
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