69. How to Handle Rollercoaster Emotions after Child Loss
Update: 2026-03-03
Description
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 healing
- How to stop policing your emotions and give yourself permission to feel it all
- Why missing your child does not mean you’re stuck or failing at grief
- How to release guilt around “good days” and moments of peace
- A simple practice to help you hold love, pain, and life at the same time
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Episode #35: Carrying Grief in One Hand and Joy in the Other
- Angel Moms Community
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