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Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss is a safe, compassionate space for mothers grieving the death of a child—whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or the loss of a teen or adult child. Hosted by Lisa K. Boehm (bereaved mom, grief educator, author, and mentor), this podcast offers 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 find ways to honor your child’s memory. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone, and hope that life after loss—while different—can still hold meaning and love.
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 help my surviving children while grieving myself?
How can I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward?
Do grieving moms ever heal?
What are some coping strategies to deal with 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
Find comfort during grief milestones and anniversaries
Heal your heart while honoring your child’s legacy
Connect with other grieving mothers who understand your pain
Begin to rebuild life with both grief and hope
Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, this podcast will walk beside you with love, understanding, and support.
💔 You don’t have to walk this road alone. Subscribe to Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss for weekly encouragement, coping tools, and heartfelt conversations about life after the death of a child.
💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and gentle resources: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort
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 find ways to honor your child’s memory. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone, and hope that life after loss—while different—can still hold meaning and love.
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 help my surviving children while grieving myself?
How can I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward?
Do grieving moms ever heal?
What are some coping strategies to deal with 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
Find comfort during grief milestones and anniversaries
Heal your heart while honoring your child’s legacy
Connect with other grieving mothers who understand your pain
Begin to rebuild life with both grief and hope
Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, this podcast will walk beside you with love, understanding, and support.
💔 You don’t have to walk this road alone. Subscribe to Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss for weekly encouragement, coping tools, and heartfelt conversations about life after the death of a child.
💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and gentle resources: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort
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Losing a child changes everything. The weight of grief can feel impossible to carry, but there are ways to breathe again, even while coping with the loss of a child. In this episode of The Grief & Child Loss Podcast, Lisa Boehm shares seven powerful strategies from her book Journey to Healing to help grieving moms navigate daily life with more peace, strength, and hope.✨ Inside this episode, you’ll learn how to:Honour your child in meaningful, lasting waysAsk for help and find true supportLive fully while keeping your child’s memory closeUse and healing mindset shifts to bring light into dark days...and so much moreIf you’ve ever wondered how to survive this pain, this episode will give you tools, comfort, and hope for the journey ahead.📚 Resources:Journey to Healing: A Mother’s Guide to Navigating Child Loss — Get it on AmazonJoin the Angel Moms Community — a safe, supportive space for grieving momsAnd don't forget to leave us a review on Amazon or Spotify - it helps other bereaved moms find the podcast . Thanks XO
Grief after losing a child is unlike any other pain—it’s life-altering, lonely, and filled with moments no one prepares you for. In this episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, I share some of the hidden truths about grief and child loss: the moments that take you by surprise, the ways your world permanently shifts, and the strength you never knew you had.Whether you’re a bereaved mom yourself or walking alongside someone who is, these insights can bring comfort, validation, and hope. You are not alone on this journey.Key Takeaways:How grief doesn’t follow a timeline—and why it’s normal to feel “stuck” years later.How everyday moments can trigger tidal waves of emotion (even when you least expect it).How friendships and family dynamics shift after the loss of a child.How grief can open unexpected pathways to resilience and even joy.How to carry grief and healing side by side without feeling guilty.Resources Mentioned & Next Steps✨ Get free grief support, strategies, and hope each week inside my Comfort Connection Newsletter: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort ✨ Join our private Angel Moms Community: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/AMOC ✨ Episode 9: Overcome "What If Thinking" after Child Loss: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/9-3-practical-ways-to-overcome-what-if-thinking-after/id1781528995?i=1000683926141
Can you imagine packing your suitcase and your child’s ashes and setting off around the world for 26 months? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Becky Livingston, did after the death of her daughter Rachel. In this episode, Becky shares how traveling with Rachel’s ashes became a pathway to healing, eventually leading her to write her book The Suitcase & The Jar. If you are a bereaved mom searching for hope, meaning, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone, this conversation will give you perspective and encouragement for your own journey.Here are a few of the key takeaways from my talk with Becky:How travel can open up space for grief, healing, and self-discovery after child lossThe unique challenges and unexpected gifts of navigating grief away from homeWhy rituals, memory-keeping, and honouring your child in meaningful ways matterEncouragement for moms who feel stuck in grief and are curious about the healing power of new experiences📖 Explore more resources mentioned in this episode:Becky's Book: The Suitcase & The JarLisa's Book: Journey to HEALING: A Mothers Guide to navigating Child LossAlso check out 🎧 Episode #41: Travel After Child Loss
If you’re a grieving mom who finds that the nights feel heavier, darker, and more painful than any other time of day, this episode was made for you. When the world quiets down and distractions fade away, grief has a way of roaring to the surface — and it’s often at night that it hits hardest. In this heartfelt episode Lisa shares her own personal experience with nighttime grief after losing her daughter Katie, and offers practical tools that helped her survive the long, silent hours. You’ll learn why grief can feel worse at night — and how to gently ease the weight of it so you can rest.This episode is for you if:You struggle to sleep after the loss of your childNighttime feels like the loneliest and most painful part of your dayYou’re craving tools to help calm your heart and quiet your mind before bedKEY TAKEAWAYS:Why grief often intensifies at night — emotionally and biologicallyThe biggest mistakes grieving moms make in their nighttime routines3 gentle tools to ease nighttime grief and create moments of calmWhat not to do at bedtime — and how to build a soothing evening rhythmMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:✨ Grab the Meditation and Journal Bundle for Bereaved Moms – 6 calming meditations + 3-week printable grief journal for just $19Join The Angel Moms Community HERE.💖 If this episode brought you comfort, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Reviews help other grieving moms find us — and feel less alone.
If you’re a grieving mother facing the back-to-school season after the loss of your child, this episode is for you. Back-to-school can be a painful reminder of what’s missing, and missed milestones. In this heartfelt episode, grief educator and bereaved mom Lisa K. Boehm shares practical tools, compassionate advice, and personal stories to help you navigate this emotional season with more ease and grace. You’ll learn how to honour your child’s memory, protect your heart, and find gentle ways to care for yourself as the school year begins.Key Takeaways from This Episode:Gentle ways to prepare yourself emotionally for back-to-school triggers.How to create meaningful rituals to honour your child during this season.Practical tips for setting boundaries with others who may not understand your grief.Simple self-care strategies for those difficult first days of school.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Book a Clarity Call with Lisa HERELearn more about the Angel Moms Community
Host Lisa Boehm discusses about the complex emotions of traveling after the death of a child. If you’ve ever felt conflicted, guilty, or unsure about going on vacation while grieving, this episode is for you. Through stories, reflection, and practical tips, you’ll gain comfort, perspective, and permission to embrace travel as a tool for healing.🌟 Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:Grief comes with you—no matter where you go.You don't have to feel guilty about a getaway.It’s okay to create new memories and still miss your child.There’s no timeline for when (or if) you should travel again.📌 Links & Resources Mentioned:💛 Angel Moms Community: A safe and compassionate space for grieving moms to connect and grow. Join here🎧 Episode #11 – Honouring Braedon’s Bucket List with Tiffany Agnew📩 The Comfort Connection Newsletter: Get weekly grief support directly from Lisa. Subscribe here📱 Follow Lisa on Instagram: @grief.and.resilience
How to Survive the First 6 Months After Child LossGrieving the loss of a child is an unimaginable journey — especially in those first 6 months when the world feels unfamiliar and unbearable. This episode is for bereaved mothers in the early stages of grief, or anyone supporting a grieving mom. If you’re wondering how to make it through the fog, the pain, and the endless questions — you’re not alone. Grief educator and bereaved mom Lisa Boehm shares honest truths, comforting stories, and gentle strategies to help you survive the early months of child loss and begin the slow process of learning to live again.💔 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy the first 6 months of grief often feel like an emotional fog — and how to cope with the overwhelmHow to set boundaries and protect your energy during this fragile timeSimple routines and rituals that can anchor your day when everything feels upside downHow to support your body and nervous system through trauma and exhaustionWhy grief isn’t linear — and how to release the pressure to “be okay”📎 Links & Resources MentionedEpisode #17 about parenting after Child LossEpisode #37 about marriage after child lossCheck out The Angel Moms Community
If you’ve recently lost a child and feel swallowed by memories, this episode is for you. In today’s “Ask Me Anything” episode of The Grief & Child Loss Podcast, bereaved mom and grief mentor Lisa Boehm answers a heartfelt question from a mom who lost her son just weeks ago. In this episode, we explore how to navigate the crushing memories that come in early grief, which ones to hold close, and which ones to gently release for now. You’ll hear reassurance, compassion, and practical guidance for the rawest, most tender days of grief.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why guilt often shows up in early grief—and why it’s not the truth.A powerful perspective shift that can help you reframe regret-filled moments with your child.Simple, heart-centered tools to help you feel connected to your child and less alone in your grief journey.If you’re longing for a safe space to be heard and held, join us in The Angel Moms Community—a private, nurturing space where grieving moms find hope, comfort, and connection.💛 Links mentioned in this episode:Join The Angel Moms CommunitySubmit your question for a future “Ask Me Anything” episode HERE.You are not alone in this. Press play for comfort, compassion, and the reminder that even in grief, you are doing the impossible—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Today’s episode is for every grieving mom who has ever longed to feel close to her child again. We're diving into the mysterious and deeply personal world of visitation dreams — those vivid, powerful dreams that feel more like a soul-to-soul connection than a memory. If you've ever wondered “Was that really my child?” or felt the ache of never having a dream at all, this episode will bring insight, comfort, and hope.Lisa shares some of her own dreams of her daughter Katie, including moments that felt unmistakably real, and offers reflections from years of research, experience, and spiritual exploration.✨ In This Episode, You’ll Hear About:What visitation dreams are — and how they differ from other grief dreamsLisa’s personal dream stories and spiritual signs from KatieWhy not everyone dreams (and why that’s okay)Different communication styles between spirits and the livingFive gentle ways to invite your child into your dream spaceEncouraging book recommendations to explore this connection furtherA heartfelt reminder: your love — and your bond — are never broken🔗 Resources & Links:*NEW* Meditation & Journal Bundle for Bereaved MomsLisa's Book: Journey to HEALING**Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts - it helps other grieving moms find us
If you’ve lost a child and found yourself wondering whether your marriage can survive the grief, this episode is for you. Whether you're newly grieving or years down the road, this conversation offers validation, honesty, and hope. Lisa opens up about her own fears that her marriage wouldn’t make it—especially at the six-month mark—but shares how, nearly a decade later, she and her husband are closer than ever. This episode is filled with gentle truths, surprising research, and practical steps to help you and your partner stay connected, even in the most difficult season of your lives.In this episode, you’ll learn: • The marriage TRUTH vs the divorce myth • The 2 factors that make couples more likely to stay together • How grief affects communication, connection, and intimacy • Why therapy (even if only one of you goes) can help your marriage 🎁 Resources Mentioned: 👉 The Angel Moms Community💌 Access the Voice Memo to send Lisa you grief question
In this episode of Grief & Child Loss Support for Moms, we explore one of the most painful fears grieving mothers carry: the fear that our children will be forgotten. If you've ever longed to hear your child's name spoken out loud again, or felt a quiet ache when others stop mentioning them, this episode is for you. Host Lisa Boehm shares empowering ways to keep your child’s memory alive in your own unique way.Whether you’re in your first year of grief or it’s been many, this conversation is a compassionate guide back to connection, remembrance, and hope.💡 Key TakeawaysWhy the fear of being forgotten is so universal for grieving moms7 meaningful ways to help ensure your child is never forgotten—ranging from everyday gestures to legacy projectsThe reminder that we are the keepers of our child's memory📌 Resources & Links Mentioned💛 Download the free guide: “80+ Ways to Honour Your Child in Heaven”🕊️ Join the Comfort Connection Newsletter for weekly support and encouragement 📖 Lisa's Book: A Journey to Healing: A Mother’s Guide to Navigating Child Loss — Be sure to follow the podcast so you never miss a new episode, and if today’s message touched your heart, consider sharing it with another grieving mom who needs it.
In this heartfelt episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, Lisa shares a deeply personal story from her own grief journey — the moment she felt joy after her daughter’s death and the guilt that followed. If you’re a grieving mom wondering if it’s okay to laugh, smile, or even feel lightness again, this episode is a must-listen. Lisa offers compassion, perspective, and gentle guidance to help you understand how joy and grief can live side-by-side. This conversation is for anyone carrying grief who’s also longing for hope.In this episode, you’ll learn:💛 Why joy is not a betrayal of grief — and how to allow it back in🌊 Lisa’s powerful story of feeling joy on a beach and the guilt that followed🌟 5 gentle ways to invite joy back into your life after child lossResources & Links:🎧 Related episode: #12 – Letting Go of Guilt After Child Loss📬 Subscribe to get grief support, stories, and tools straight to your inbox at Comfort Connection Newsletter👉 Join the Angel Moms Community — a space for connection, compassion, and tiny steps forward
Ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there? Can’t remember simple words, faces, or how to cook dinner? You’re not losing it — you’re living with something called grief brain. In this episode, I’m sharing what grief brain really is, why it happens, and how your mind is responding to the trauma of losing your child. I’ll tell you a few personal stories (including the time I forgot how to cook anything but plain chicken) and normalize the fog, forgetfulness, and confusion so many bereaved moms experience.Key Takeaways:The science behind grief brain and what's actually happening in thereThe most common symptoms experienced by bereaved mothers7 gentle tips to help your tired, overwhelmed brain function just a little better. Resources:Lisa's book Journey to HEALINGJOIN: The Angel Moms Community for support
Grief triggers can hit out of nowhere — a smell, a song, a stranger who looks like your child — and suddenly you’re back in that deep, soul-sucking pain. If you’re a bereaved mother who’s ever been caught off guard by a wave of emotion, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through what triggers are, why they happen, and how to gently care for yourself in those overwhelming moments. You’re not going backward. You’re not broken. You’re grieving — and you’re not alone.In this episode, you’ll hear:What grief triggers are and why they show upThe difference between expected and unexpected triggersHow triggers affect you physically and emotionallyEight gentle, practical tools for navigating grief triggersWhen it’s time to seek professional support — and why that’s not a failureResources Mentioned:📖 Journey to Healing – My book for grieving moms 🧘♀️ Free Meditation Download – Click HEREGroup -> The Angel Moms Online Community
Returning to work after the loss of your child is one of the hardest transitions you’ll face as a grieving mom. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a screen through tears or wondering how to get anything done while your heart is still breaking — this episode is for you. In today’s Ask Me Anything episode, I answer a heartfelt question from listener Karishma about how to stay focused at work when you’re still navigating the fog of grief and trying to support your family.In this episode, you’ll hear:How to ease back into your job after child loss (without pretending you’re “okay”)What helped me through those early days of brain fog and overwhelm7 simple strategies to help you focus — even when grief makes that feel impossibleWhat to say to your boss or coworkers (and how to set boundaries around your grief)Why perfection is not the goal — and what to aim for instead💬 Want to be featured on a future Ask Me Anything episode? Submit your question here.🕊️ Join the Angel Moms Community. Register here
In this emotional conversation, Chris Coulter shares what it’s like to grieve as a father after losing his 14-year-old daughter Maddie to suicide. He opens up about the silent struggle many dads face, the pressure to stay strong, and how he’s finding purpose through his pain. This episode offers grieving moms a rare and compassionate look into a father’s heart.Key Takeaways:💔 Why Dads Grieve Differently: Chris explains how men are often taught to hide emotions, making their grief less visible but just as deep.🧍♂️ The Pressure to Be Strong: He shares how societal expectations made it harder to express his sorrow and ask for support.🎧 What He Wishes Moms Knew: Chris offers honest insight into what fathers need during grief, even when they don’t say it out loud.🧠 The Importance of Emotional Awareness: He reflects on how unspoken emotions impacted his family and how he's working to break that cycle.🌱 Hope Through Honouring Maddie: Chris talks about keeping her memory alive and using his story to help others heal.Find Chris here.Links & Resources:💞 Join the Angel Moms Community HERE 📸 Follow me on Instagram 📖 Read my book 🌐 Visit my website
If you’ve ever wondered how to support a bereaved mom in your life—but you’re afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing—this episode is for you. OR, if you are a bereaved mom and want to have something to share with your friends and families to help them understand your grief journey and your needs, this episode is also for you. Learn what actually helps (and what doesn’t) from someone who’s lived through child loss and now supports grieving mothers every day. This episode will help you show up with real support, not just sympathy.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:What NOT to say—even when your intentions are goodThe one powerful thing you can say that makes a differenceHow to avoid common mistakes that can unintentionally cause painSimple, supportive actions that speak louder than wordsWhy silence and presence are often the most healing giftsThe difference between “fixing” and “holding space”How to keep showing up, even long after the loss💛 Free Resource: 26 ways to support a Loved One after Loss 📘 Read the Book: Journey to HEALING: A Mother's Guide to Navigating Child Loss 🛒 Shop Memorial Jewelry: Visit my Shop
Birthdays after loss can feel like a pressure cooker—grief, love, and longing all wrapped into one overwhelming day. In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing how I navigate my daughter Katie’s birthday and offering ideas that might help you too. If the thought of your child’s upcoming birthday feels too heavy to hold, this episode is for you.Here’s what you’ll take away:Gentle, meaningful ways to honor your child’s birthday without added pressureHow small rituals can bring comfort and connectionThe power of kindness, remembrance, and even stillness on hard daysPermission to do what feels right for you—no expectations, no guilt🎁 Free Download: More birthday & anniversary remembrance ideas: Click here💬 Ask a Question for the Show: griefsupportformoms.com/memoJOIN -> The Angel Moms Community
This episode is for any mom who has lost a child and feels like grief is still unfolding in unexpected ways. If you’ve noticed that everything has changed, including your identity, relationships, safety, and dreams for the future, this episode is for you. Join host Lisa Boehm as she explores the ripple effects of child loss—those secondary losses that often go unspoken but are just as real and painful.Key Takeaways:Loss of identity is a profound shift. You may feel like you're no longer seen as the person you were before the loss.Relationships can change or fade away. Friends and family might not know how to support you, leading to feelings of isolation.A sense of safety can be shattered. The unpredictability of life becomes more apparent, leading to heightened anxiety and fear.Dreams for the future are lost. Milestones and moments you looked forward to are no longer attainable, leaving a void.Resources mentioned in This Episode:For more support and connection, consider joining the Angel Moms Community.If you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast, please go to www.griefsupportformoms.com/memo to leave a voice message.Acknowledging these secondary losses is a step toward healing. If you found value in today's episode, please share it with someone who might need to hear it and better yet, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts to help other bereaved moms find it. Together, we can support each other through grief.
In this episode of The Grief & Child Loss Podcast, Lisa is answering listeners' questions! Two bereaved mothers from The Angel Moms Community submitted their biggest struggles with grief. The first questions deals with the unkindness (and cruelty) of others and the second question relates to the waves of grief and not getting stuck in them.What You'll Learn in This Episode:12 actions that every grieving mother can take to navigate the really hard days after child loss 5 reasons that people may act so heartlessly when we are grieving4 ways to protect your grieving heartResources & LinksSend Lisa a voice memo with YOUR question HEREThe Angel Moms CommunityLisa's Book - Journey to HEALINGThe Comfort Connection NewsletterIf you found this episode helpful, please leave a review and share it with another mom who might need encouragement today. 💙
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