67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss

67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss

Update: 2026-02-17
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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 body
  • Simple tools to counteract the physical symptoms of grief
  • How connection and community can be helpful

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67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss

67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss

Lisa K. Boehm - Child Loss & Grief Educator, Bereaved Mother