Life After Child Loss: A Parent's Grief

We live in a world that expects grieving parents to “be strong” — to smile, to say “I’m fine,” to carry the unbearable with grace. But here’s the truth: pretending to be ok only buries the grief deeper. In this episode of Life After Child Loss: A Parent’s Grief (Season 6, Episode 3), I’m breaking the silence on what it really costs us to hide our pain, and why giving yourself permission to not be ok is one of the bravest steps you can take toward healing. 💔 Your tears are valid. 💔 Your sadness is holy. 💔 You don’t have to carry it alone. ✨ And at the end, I’ll also share how the Grief to Grace Journal can be a safe space for your unspoken truths. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. 🕊️ Explore: – The 7-day Grief to Grace Audio Series w/Free Grief to Grace Journal Purchase here: https://grieftograce.gumroad.com/l/isopdz You can also 📩 Submit your letter to your child: StrengtheningWhatRemains@gmail.com #LifeAfterChildLoss #BereavedParents #GriefPodcast #ItsOkToNotBeOk #PermissionToGrieve #GriefJourney #ChildLossCommunity #RestWellGrieveGently Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

What does it really mean to heal after child loss — and how is it different from just coping? In this episode, I revisit this topic from Season 5 and reflect on more lessons grief has taught me over the years. It’s a gentle but honest look at the path from surviving to truly living again. 🕊️ Explore: – The 7-day Grief to Grace Audio Series w/Free Grief to Grace Journal Purchase here: https://grieftograce.gumroad.com/l/isopdz You can also 📩 Submit your letter to your child: StrengtheningWhatRemains@gmail.com Rest well. Grieve gently. And honor every part of you that’s still holding on. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

In this Season 5 finale of Life After Child Loss: A Parent’s Grief, I speak directly to my beloved son, Jor'Darrion — through a letter born from dreams, drenched in love, and shaped by the pain of living without him.This isn’t just a farewell. It’s a promise.A reflection of how grief has broken me open… and how love keeps me going.In dreams, I’ve seen him whole. In life, I carry his name in all I do.May this message touch the heart of any grieving parent still searching for language.May it remind you: your voice matters. Your pain matters. Your child’s memory lives on.🕊️ Until we meet again, son. I love you forever.— Mama---💌 Want to share your own letter to your child?We’re continuing this journey in Season 6 — and I’d love to include more voices from parents like you.Submit your letter (written or voice recording) to:📧 StrengtheningWhatRemains@gmail.com🎶 With soft piano music: “Thinking of Good Time” – Royalty Free via Pixabay#LetterToHeaven #LifeAfterChildLoss #GriefVoice #StillHisMama #FromEarthToEternity #ParentGrief Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

In these sacred closing episodes, we share what words remain after the unthinkable.Parents from around the world write heartfelt letters to their children who now live in eternity — and in the final episodes of Season 4, we honor their words.These letters are love.These letters are grief.These letters are healing.Listen, cry, reflect — and remember:You are not alone. Your story still matters. And so does theirs.To submit your letters: https://forms.gle/XCvQdSPPURevujQGA or Email to: StrengtheningWhatRemains@gmail.com or Facebook Messenger:https://www.facebook.com/share/157JGHgmqa/🎧 Tune in now.🕊️ #LifeAfterChildLoss #LettersToMyChild #GriefAndLove Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

We often misunderstand the difference between being able to 'cope' with the loss of our child(ren) and actually being healed from the loss. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

The day that your child passes away and their birthday's are difficult. I share some ways of getting through those very significant days. 🤍🕊 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

The holiday season is extra difficult while grieving. Praying for comfort to all who are mourn and grieve during this holiday season 🤍🕊 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Being a grieving or bereaved parent is difficult in and of itself. There are ways we can be of help and service to others. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

The new school year after losing a child is difficult for parents whose children passed away. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

We all wear a mask at some point, but why? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Bereaved Father's aren't always heavily recognized as Mother's are, we want to change that. Check out the poll on spotify for Bereaved Dad's. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Sharing words of encouragement. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

It's difficult to celebrate Mother's Day, let alone to be celebrated on that day, but you are still a mom and you made it through the day. I celebrate you! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Talking about Bereaved Mother's Day and what it means. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

There are many things that can trigger oir grief. We discuss ways to help deal with those triggers. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Grief and Child Loss Grief is different. We often are told and tell ourselves thinhs that are not true as it pertains to child loss grief. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Many newly bereaved parents aren't able to see or even fathom the thought of 'joy' when forced to bury a child and I understand that, but I truly believe that Joy isn't out of our reach as we navigate through our loss. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

1st episode to Season 4. This episode encourages bereaved parents to be honest with themselves and others and take the mask off to how they are really feeling in that moment. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Finding ways to cope with your grief is important not just for parents, but for our families in order to get through the loss that has happened. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

What does it really mean to be there for someone who is grieving? How can you do better at being there for someone who has endured such a loss? Not just for Bereaved Parents but universally. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations