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The grocery store can be one of the hardest places after loss. 😳

You think it’ll be a quick trip… then you’re crying in the produce aisle. 🍎

Here are a few gentle tips that might help:

Tips to Navigate Grocery Shopping While Grieving:

🔹 Try a different store.
A new layout can lessen emotional landmines and avoid familiar memories.

🔸 Shop during quiet hours.
Early mornings or weekday afternoons are less overwhelming than busy weekends.

🔹 Bring a support buddy.
A friend or family member can offer emotional backup (or do the talking if you can’t).

🔸 Shop online or do pickup.
Minimize triggers and avoid crowds by letting someone else do the navigating.

🔹 Make a small list.
Stick to just a few essentials—grief is draining, and this isn’t the time to overdo it.

🔸 Wear sunglasses.
Yes, even inside. They give you a little privacy if tears start flowing.

Be gentle with yourself. Even this—just getting groceries—is part of grief. 🩷

Which of these tips have you tried? Drop your go-to coping strategy below.⬇️

#griefsupport #grievingmom #lifeafterloss #grocerygrief #bereavedmoms #griefjourney

The grocery store can be one of the hardest places after loss. 😳

You think it’ll be a quick trip… then you’re crying in the produce aisle. 🍎

Here are a few gentle tips that might help:

Tips to Navigate Grocery Shopping While Grieving:

🔹 Try a different store.
A new layout can lessen emotional landmines and avoid familiar memories.

🔸 Shop during quiet hours.
Early mornings or weekday afternoons are less overwhelming than busy weekends.

🔹 Bring a support buddy.
A friend or family member can offer emotional backup (or do the talking if you can’t).

🔸 Shop online or do pickup.
Minimize triggers and avoid crowds by letting someone else do the navigating.

🔹 Make a small list.
Stick to just a few essentials—grief is draining, and this isn’t the time to overdo it.

🔸 Wear sunglasses.
Yes, even inside. They give you a little privacy if tears start flowing.

Be gentle with yourself. Even this—just getting groceries—is part of grief. 🩷

Which of these tips have you tried? Drop your go-to coping strategy below.⬇️

#griefsupport #grievingmom #lifeafterloss #grocerygrief #bereavedmoms #griefjourney

Tell me what signs you've received since your child passed away 👇👇👇

Tell me what signs you've received since your child passed away 👇👇👇

New name, new cover… SAME heart.♥️

The podcast just got a makeover — and it’s all about helping more moms like you find the support they need in the darkest moments of grief. ❤️‍🩹

Not everyone identifies with the term “Angel Mom” — and I get that…

So I made the name and cover more clear + discoverable, so more grieving moms can find the hope and answers they’ve been searching for. 👩🏻

But don’t worry — you’ll still get the same helpful and heartfelt content you’ve come to love:

🩷 Tips to help you navigate the hard days
❤️ Tools to carry both grief and joy
🧡 Real talk from moms who get it
💛 Expert insights from me, a certified grief educator
💚 Stories of healing, heartache, and resilience
🩵 Education that validates what you’re feeling and offers support that actually helps

So there have a few minor changes on the surface, but the support is still the main focus. 🙂

👉🏼Comment “GRIEF POD” below and I’ll DM you the link to listen to the latest episode!

And don’t forget to ✅ FOLLOW the show so you don’t miss a single episode.

⸻

#GriefPodcast #ChildLossSupport #AngelMomLife #StillAMom #GriefJourney #BereavedMoms #PodcastForMoms #GriefSupport #HealingAfterLoss #LifeAfterLoss #GriefEducation #GrievingMomsUnite #GriefAwareness #YouAreNotAlone

New name, new cover… SAME heart.♥️

The podcast just got a makeover — and it’s all about helping more moms like you find the support they need in the darkest moments of grief. ❤️‍🩹

Not everyone identifies with the term “Angel Mom” — and I get that…

So I made the name and cover more clear + discoverable, so more grieving moms can find the hope and answers they’ve been searching for. 👩🏻

But don’t worry — you’ll still get the same helpful and heartfelt content you’ve come to love:

🩷 Tips to help you navigate the hard days
❤️ Tools to carry both grief and joy
🧡 Real talk from moms who get it
💛 Expert insights from me, a certified grief educator
💚 Stories of healing, heartache, and resilience
🩵 Education that validates what you’re feeling and offers support that actually helps

So there have a few minor changes on the surface, but the support is still the main focus. 🙂

👉🏼Comment “GRIEF POD” below and I’ll DM you the link to listen to the latest episode!

And don’t forget to ✅ FOLLOW the show so you don’t miss a single episode.

⸻

#GriefPodcast #ChildLossSupport #AngelMomLife #StillAMom #GriefJourney #BereavedMoms #PodcastForMoms #GriefSupport #HealingAfterLoss #LifeAfterLoss #GriefEducation #GrievingMomsUnite #GriefAwareness #YouAreNotAlone

Grief isn’t what most people think it is…

❌ It’s not just sadness.
❌ It’s not a linear timeline.
❌ It’s not something you just “get over.”

Here’s what it actually feels like:

👉🏼 A wave that hits out of nowhere
👉🏼 A longing that never fully leaves
👉🏼 A mix of love, pain, memories & meaning
👉🏼 A journey that lasts a lifetime

You’re not broken—you’re grieving.

Tag a friend who needs this today. 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵

#GriefJourney #ChildLossAwareness #GrievingMoms #MentalHealthMatters #HealingThroughGrief #LifeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #MidlifeMoms #EmotionalHealing #GriefEducation #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay

Grief isn’t what most people think it is…

❌ It’s not just sadness.
❌ It’s not a linear timeline.
❌ It’s not something you just “get over.”

Here’s what it actually feels like:

👉🏼 A wave that hits out of nowhere
👉🏼 A longing that never fully leaves
👉🏼 A mix of love, pain, memories & meaning
👉🏼 A journey that lasts a lifetime

You’re not broken—you’re grieving.

Tag a friend who needs this today. 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵

#GriefJourney #ChildLossAwareness #GrievingMoms #MentalHealthMatters #HealingThroughGrief #LifeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #MidlifeMoms #EmotionalHealing #GriefEducation #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay

I used to doubt signs from the other side… until the night my daughter Katie died.

That night, something happened I’ll never forget. I felt her with me—so clearly, so powerfully—it shifted everything I believed about spirit and connection.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your child is still near… if you’ve longed for a sign that they’re okay… this week’s podcast episode is for you.

I’m sharing the story of how Katie’s spirit came to me the night she died 😇 and why I now believe our children never really leave us.

Listen to this week’s episode of The Angel Moms Podcast and learn if signs are real and my favourite books on the topic 📕

🍎 🟢 Find the link to listen in my bio

Or ⤵️

Comment the word “AMP” and I’ll send the link to your Instagram Mailbox 📫

#GrievingMoms #SignsFromHeaven #ChildLoss #StillConnected #SpiritSigns #KatieStrong #GriefJourney #AngelMoms #AfterChildLoss #PodcastForGrievingMoms #TheAngelMomsPodcast #GriefAndLove #BereavedMother #SayTheirName #ChildLossSupport

I used to doubt signs from the other side… until the night my daughter Katie died.

That night, something happened I’ll never forget. I felt her with me—so clearly, so powerfully—it shifted everything I believed about spirit and connection.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your child is still near… if you’ve longed for a sign that they’re okay… this week’s podcast episode is for you.

I’m sharing the story of how Katie’s spirit came to me the night she died 😇 and why I now believe our children never really leave us.

Listen to this week’s episode of The Angel Moms Podcast and learn if signs are real and my favourite books on the topic 📕

🍎 🟢 Find the link to listen in my bio

Or ⤵️

Comment the word “AMP” and I’ll send the link to your Instagram Mailbox 📫

#GrievingMoms #SignsFromHeaven #ChildLoss #StillConnected #SpiritSigns #KatieStrong #GriefJourney #AngelMoms #AfterChildLoss #PodcastForGrievingMoms #TheAngelMomsPodcast #GriefAndLove #BereavedMother #SayTheirName #ChildLossSupport

One of the deepest fears grieving mothers carry is that the world will forget our child… that their name will fade, their story will go silent, and no one will speak of them anymore.

But when someone says their name… when they share a memory, or simply ask about them… it means everything.

It tells us they lived, they mattered, and they are still loved.

If you know a grieving mom, say their child’s name. ♥️

It’s not a reminder they died — it’s a reminder they lived.

☀️ Tag a mom below or share a memory in the comments. Let’s honor their names together. ♥️

#SayTheirName #GrievingMoms #ChildLossAwareness #StillLoved #ForeverInOurHearts #AngelMoms #GriefSupport #RememberingOurChildren #HealingTogether #GoneTooSoon #GriefAndLove

One of the deepest fears grieving mothers carry is that the world will forget our child… that their name will fade, their story will go silent, and no one will speak of them anymore.

But when someone says their name… when they share a memory, or simply ask about them… it means everything.

It tells us they lived, they mattered, and they are still loved.

If you know a grieving mom, say their child’s name. ♥️

It’s not a reminder they died — it’s a reminder they lived.

☀️ Tag a mom below or share a memory in the comments. Let’s honor their names together. ♥️

#SayTheirName #GrievingMoms #ChildLossAwareness #StillLoved #ForeverInOurHearts #AngelMoms #GriefSupport #RememberingOurChildren #HealingTogether #GoneTooSoon #GriefAndLove

Another free resources for Angel Mom. This is one of the ways that I have foudn my way through child loss: finding ways to honour Katie's memory. I use these on her birthday, Angel Anniversary or any time my heart needs a wee boost.

Comment the word "ANGEL" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram Messages/DMs.

Another free resources for Angel Mom. This is one of the ways that I have foudn my way through child loss: finding ways to honour Katie's memory. I use these on her birthday, Angel Anniversary or any time my heart needs a wee boost.

Comment the word "ANGEL" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram Messages/DMs.

My toxic trait is… telling grieving moms it’s okay to laugh again.

Hate me if you want, but in time a different kind of smile@will return if you allow it.

You’re not “moving on.” You’re moving forward—with love, with pain, and yes… sometimes with laughter.

Grief and joy can live side by side.

It’s not wrong to smile. I can’t think of a better way to hour our children in heaven 😇

If you’re ready to feel less alone in this journey, comment “COMMUNITY” below and I’ll send you details about my private group for bereaved moms learning how to live again—with hope, with support, and with people who truly get it.

You’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own either.

#GrievingMoms #LifeAfterLoss #ChildLossSupport #StillAGoodMom #GriefAndJoy #GriefSupport #SayTheirName #HealingAfterLoss #YouAreNotAlone #HopeInGrief #AngelMoms #GriefJourney #PermissionToLaugh

My toxic trait is… telling grieving moms it’s okay to laugh again.

Hate me if you want, but in time a different kind of smile@will return if you allow it.

You’re not “moving on.” You’re moving forward—with love, with pain, and yes… sometimes with laughter.

Grief and joy can live side by side.

It’s not wrong to smile. I can’t think of a better way to hour our children in heaven 😇

If you’re ready to feel less alone in this journey, comment “COMMUNITY” below and I’ll send you details about my private group for bereaved moms learning how to live again—with hope, with support, and with people who truly get it.

You’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it out on your own either.

#GrievingMoms #LifeAfterLoss #ChildLossSupport #StillAGoodMom #GriefAndJoy #GriefSupport #SayTheirName #HealingAfterLoss #YouAreNotAlone #HopeInGrief #AngelMoms #GriefJourney #PermissionToLaugh

There are so many beautiful ways to honor our children in heaven — and every act, no matter how small, keeps their light shining.

🔸Light a candle
🔹Say their name
🔸Plant a flower
🔹Write them a letter
🔸Wear their favorite color
🔹Share their story
🔸Create art in their memory
🔹Look for signs
🔸Speak to them

They may be gone from our arms, but never from our hearts.

How do YOU honor your child in heaven?
Drop a heart ♥️ or share in the comments — let’s fill this space with their light.

Their names deserve to be spoken. Always.

#GrievingMoms #ChildLossAwareness #HonoringOurChildren #GoneButNeverForgotten #AngelBaby #StillLovedStillMissed #SayTheirName #LifeAfterLoss #GriefAndLove

There are so many beautiful ways to honor our children in heaven — and every act, no matter how small, keeps their light shining.

🔸Light a candle
🔹Say their name
🔸Plant a flower
🔹Write them a letter
🔸Wear their favorite color
🔹Share their story
🔸Create art in their memory
🔹Look for signs
🔸Speak to them

They may be gone from our arms, but never from our hearts.

How do YOU honor your child in heaven?
Drop a heart ♥️ or share in the comments — let’s fill this space with their light.

Their names deserve to be spoken. Always.

#GrievingMoms #ChildLossAwareness #HonoringOurChildren #GoneButNeverForgotten #AngelBaby #StillLovedStillMissed #SayTheirName #LifeAfterLoss #GriefAndLove

This is my book for grieving moms, published in 2019 and still receiving excellent feedback.

You can take a look at it on Amazon by clicking the link in my BIO...

OR...

Comment the word "BOOK" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram messages. 💌

This is my book for grieving moms, published in 2019 and still receiving excellent feedback.

You can take a look at it on Amazon by clicking the link in my BIO...

OR...

Comment the word "BOOK" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram messages. 💌

Your environment can affect the way you feel ⤵️

Whether it’s under the open sky or in the quiet of a familiar room, finding your comforting place can help you breathe again. ❤️‍🩹

For some, it’s the trail where the trees whisper peace.

For others, it’s a sunlit corner with a favorite book or the coffee shop where you feel a little less alone.

It might be the beach where waves echo your heart,
a garden blooming with memories,
or on a special bench.

Grief needs space.

Find yours. Return often.

Where do you feel most connected to your loved one?

#GriefHealing #NatureHeals #GriefJourney #FindYourPlace #HopeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #ComfortInNature #GriefAndGrace #HealingSpaces

Your environment can affect the way you feel ⤵️

Whether it’s under the open sky or in the quiet of a familiar room, finding your comforting place can help you breathe again. ❤️‍🩹

For some, it’s the trail where the trees whisper peace.

For others, it’s a sunlit corner with a favorite book or the coffee shop where you feel a little less alone.

It might be the beach where waves echo your heart,
a garden blooming with memories,
or on a special bench.

Grief needs space.

Find yours. Return often.

Where do you feel most connected to your loved one?

#GriefHealing #NatureHeals #GriefJourney #FindYourPlace #HopeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #ComfortInNature #GriefAndGrace #HealingSpaces

Turns out, it was grief. 💔❤️‍🩹

The kind that hijacks your emotions without warning.

One minute you’re sobbing, the next you’re furious… and then completely numb.

You’re not crazy. You’re grieving. 😞

If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Drop a ♥️ if this is the way you feel too.

#griefjourney #griefsupport #childloss #mentalhealthawareness #grievingmoms #youarenotalone #griefandloss #griefisreal

Turns out, it was grief. 💔❤️‍🩹

The kind that hijacks your emotions without warning.

One minute you’re sobbing, the next you’re furious… and then completely numb.

You’re not crazy. You’re grieving. 😞

If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Drop a ♥️ if this is the way you feel too.

#griefjourney #griefsupport #childloss #mentalhealthawareness #grievingmoms #youarenotalone #griefandloss #griefisreal

The funeral is over… but their grief is not.

This is when support matters most.

If you’ve ever wondered what to do (or avoid) when a friend is grieving after the service ends, this one’s for you:

DO’s:

✅ Check in regularly — A simple “I’m thinking of you” text can mean everything.

✅ Use their child’s name — It won’t “remind” them; they’re already thinking about them.

✅ Offer specific help — “Can I bring you dinner Tuesday?” is better than “Let me know if you need anything.”

✅ Honor important dates — Birthdays, anniversaries, and even just-because days.

✅ Sit with the silence — You don’t need to fix it. Just being present is powerful.

✅ Remember long after others forget — True comfort comes in the months and years ahead.

DON’Ts:

❌ Don’t disappear — Grief is a long journey. They need you after the flowers fade.

❌ Don’t compare losses — Every grief story is different. Listen, don’t one-up.

❌ Don’t rush their healing — There’s no timeline for grief. Let them move at their own pace.

❌ Don’t change the subject when they talk about their child — Let them share.

❌ Don’t say, “At least…” — Anything that starts with this usually hurts more than helps.

Grief doesn’t end when the casserole dishes are returned.

Real support starts after the funeral.

Are you a bereaved mom who is looking for more support?

Comment “List” below 👇🏼👇🏼 #and I’ll send you my weekly Comfort Connection newsletter with my gentle suggestions and support each week ♥️

#griefsupport #lifeafterloss #supportinggrievers #comfortconnection #bereavedmoms #childlossawareness #griefeducation

The funeral is over… but their grief is not.

This is when support matters most.

If you’ve ever wondered what to do (or avoid) when a friend is grieving after the service ends, this one’s for you:

DO’s:

✅ Check in regularly — A simple “I’m thinking of you” text can mean everything.

✅ Use their child’s name — It won’t “remind” them; they’re already thinking about them.

✅ Offer specific help — “Can I bring you dinner Tuesday?” is better than “Let me know if you need anything.”

✅ Honor important dates — Birthdays, anniversaries, and even just-because days.

✅ Sit with the silence — You don’t need to fix it. Just being present is powerful.

✅ Remember long after others forget — True comfort comes in the months and years ahead.

DON’Ts:

❌ Don’t disappear — Grief is a long journey. They need you after the flowers fade.

❌ Don’t compare losses — Every grief story is different. Listen, don’t one-up.

❌ Don’t rush their healing — There’s no timeline for grief. Let them move at their own pace.

❌ Don’t change the subject when they talk about their child — Let them share.

❌ Don’t say, “At least…” — Anything that starts with this usually hurts more than helps.

Grief doesn’t end when the casserole dishes are returned.

Real support starts after the funeral.

Are you a bereaved mom who is looking for more support?

Comment “List” below 👇🏼👇🏼 #and I’ll send you my weekly Comfort Connection newsletter with my gentle suggestions and support each week ♥️

#griefsupport #lifeafterloss #supportinggrievers #comfortconnection #bereavedmoms #childlossawareness #griefeducation

This is exactly why support is SO important on this journey.

We listen to the lies that grief tells us.

I promise you, you WILL survive.

Give yourself grace ❤️

If you'd like more info about the support community that I facilitate, you can see the link in my BIO 👩

OR...

Comment the word "COMMUNITY" below and I will send the link to your Instagram Messages. 💌

This is exactly why support is SO important on this journey.

We listen to the lies that grief tells us.

I promise you, you WILL survive.

Give yourself grace ❤️

If you'd like more info about the support community that I facilitate, you can see the link in my BIO 👩

OR...

Comment the word "COMMUNITY" below and I will send the link to your Instagram Messages. 💌

What’s one word you’d use to describe it?

In the beginning, grief can feel like a tidal wave—crushing, disorienting, relentless.
But with time, it may soften. It might become a quiet companion… one that walks beside you instead of swallowing you whole. Still there, but different. Gentler.

What word comes to mind when you think of grief today?

Drop it in the comments—I’d love to hear your perspective.

#griefjourney #lifeafterloss #griefsupport #angelmoms #grievingtogether

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Would you like a more poetic, raw, or hopeful version?

What’s one word you’d use to describe it?

In the beginning, grief can feel like a tidal wave—crushing, disorienting, relentless.
But with time, it may soften. It might become a quiet companion… one that walks beside you instead of swallowing you whole. Still there, but different. Gentler.

What word comes to mind when you think of grief today?

Drop it in the comments—I’d love to hear your perspective.

#griefjourney #lifeafterloss #griefsupport #angelmoms #grievingtogether

⸻

Would you like a more poetic, raw, or hopeful version?

You don’t have to be the strong one all the time.

Real strength is when to rest, reset, and ask for help.

Thats not weakness—it’s wisdom.

If you’re ready for peer support and the camaraderie of other bereaved moms who are focused on living again while honouring their children, join The Angel Moms Community 👇🏼

Comment the word “COMMUNITY” 👇🏼 below and I’ll send the link to learn more to your Instagram Mailbox 📬

#bereavedmother #griefsupport #childloss #grievingmother #lossofachild #healingjourney

You don’t have to be the strong one all the time.

Real strength is when to rest, reset, and ask for help.

Thats not weakness—it’s wisdom.

If you’re ready for peer support and the camaraderie of other bereaved moms who are focused on living again while honouring their children, join The Angel Moms Community 👇🏼

Comment the word “COMMUNITY” 👇🏼 below and I’ll send the link to learn more to your Instagram Mailbox 📬

#bereavedmother #griefsupport #childloss #grievingmother #lossofachild #healingjourney

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Surprising Things That Helped Me Survive the First Year Without My Child ⤵️

✅ Letting go of expectations – I stopped trying to grieve “the right way” and allowed myself to just be, moment by moment.

✅ Routine – The small, repetitive acts like making coffee or going for a walk gave me structure when everything else felt out of control.

✅ Music – Certain songs wrecked me, but others became an anchor—like they understood my pain better than people did.

✅ Talking to them – Out loud, in my head, or in a journal. It helped me stay connected instead of feeling like I had to “move on.”

✅ Laughing – The first time I laughed and didn’t feel guilty afterward was strangely healing. Joy and grief can coexist.

✅ Unfollowing people – Protecting my peace on social media made a huge difference in how I managed my emotional energy.

✅ Letting people show up imperfectly – I stopped expecting perfect words and started appreciating honest presence.

✅ Nature – Watching something grow, change, or bloom reminded me that life still moves, and I’m allowed to move too.

✅ Saying no – To events, to conversations, to expectations. Grief taught me boundaries real fast.

✅Having one tiny thing to look forward to – A favorite show, a quiet morning, a soft blanket. It wasn’t about distraction—it was survival.

What surprising thing has helped you most?? Post below so we can support each other ⤵️

#griefsupport #childloss #lifeafterloss #angelmom #grievingmother #bereavedmother #childlosssupport #lossofachild #grievingmom

Surprising Things That Helped Me Survive the First Year Without My Child ⤵️

✅ Letting go of expectations – I stopped trying to grieve “the right way” and allowed myself to just be, moment by moment.

✅ Routine – The small, repetitive acts like making coffee or going for a walk gave me structure when everything else felt out of control.

✅ Music – Certain songs wrecked me, but others became an anchor—like they understood my pain better than people did.

✅ Talking to them – Out loud, in my head, or in a journal. It helped me stay connected instead of feeling like I had to “move on.”

✅ Laughing – The first time I laughed and didn’t feel guilty afterward was strangely healing. Joy and grief can coexist.

✅ Unfollowing people – Protecting my peace on social media made a huge difference in how I managed my emotional energy.

✅ Letting people show up imperfectly – I stopped expecting perfect words and started appreciating honest presence.

✅ Nature – Watching something grow, change, or bloom reminded me that life still moves, and I’m allowed to move too.

✅ Saying no – To events, to conversations, to expectations. Grief taught me boundaries real fast.

✅Having one tiny thing to look forward to – A favorite show, a quiet morning, a soft blanket. It wasn’t about distraction—it was survival.

What surprising thing has helped you most?? Post below so we can support each other ⤵️

#griefsupport #childloss #lifeafterloss #angelmom #grievingmother #bereavedmother #childlosssupport #lossofachild #grievingmom

��❤️ NEW Episode Alert!!

This is a very personal episode about my darkest thought as a newly bereaved mom, how it could have gone, and what I did about it.

This is a taboo subject, but it's one we NEED to talk about!

You can find the link to listen in my BIO ...

OR...

Comment the word "AMP" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram Messages 💌

❤️ NEW Episode Alert!!

This is a very personal episode about my darkest thought as a newly bereaved mom, how it could have gone, and what I did about it.

This is a taboo subject, but it's one we NEED to talk about!

You can find the link to listen in my BIO ...

OR...

Comment the word "AMP" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram Messages 💌

I didn’t want to die.

I just couldn’t imagine living with this kind of pain. I had suicidal thoughts after losing Katie (and no one knew about it).

But I held on.

Not because I was strong—but because deep down, I knew my husband and son would likely never get their feet underneath them again AND… I knew I would disappoint Katie.

If you’ve ever had those thoughts, you are not alone. You are not broken. You are grieving.

And I’d really like you to listen to my latest podcast episode on this topic.

You can find the link in my bio 👈🏼

Or…

By commenting the word “AMP” below 👇🏼 and I’ll send the link to your Instagram messages 📧

You matter. Your story matters. Please hold on ❤️‍🩹

Tag a grieving mom who needs this message. Or drop a heart emoji ♥️♥️ if you’ve ever felt this and chose to stay.

#GriefAndSuicidalThoughts #ChildLossSupport #GrievingMoms #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthAwareness #StillHere #LifeAfterLoss #AngelMom #SurvivingGrief #GriefHealing #InvisibleGrief

I didn’t want to die.

I just couldn’t imagine living with this kind of pain. I had suicidal thoughts after losing Katie (and no one knew about it).

But I held on.

Not because I was strong—but because deep down, I knew my husband and son would likely never get their feet underneath them again AND… I knew I would disappoint Katie.

If you’ve ever had those thoughts, you are not alone. You are not broken. You are grieving.

And I’d really like you to listen to my latest podcast episode on this topic.

You can find the link in my bio 👈🏼

Or…

By commenting the word “AMP” below 👇🏼 and I’ll send the link to your Instagram messages 📧

You matter. Your story matters. Please hold on ❤️‍🩹

Tag a grieving mom who needs this message. Or drop a heart emoji ♥️♥️ if you’ve ever felt this and chose to stay.

#GriefAndSuicidalThoughts #ChildLossSupport #GrievingMoms #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthAwareness #StillHere #LifeAfterLoss #AngelMom #SurvivingGrief #GriefHealing #InvisibleGrief

We smile so you don’t feel uncomfortable.

But behind that smile… we’re still broken.😞

Grief doesn’t go away just because we’ve learned how to hide it.

Here’s what you might not see:

✨ We laugh… but our hearts ache.
✨ We show up… but we’re exhausted.
✨ We say “I’m fine”… but we’re not.
✨ We smile… because it’s easier than explaining.

Let this be your reminder:
You never know what someone is carrying behind their smile. Be gentle.

Tag another grieving mom who needs to know she’s not alone. ❤️‍🩹♥️

Or drop a purple heart 💜 in the comments if you’ve ever faked a smile to get through the day.

#GrievingMoms #ChildLossAwareness #StillGrieving #GriefSupport #InvisibleGrief #YouAreNotAlone #AngelMom #GriefJourney #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #GriefCommunity #LifeAfterLoss

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We smile so you don’t feel uncomfortable.

But behind that smile… we’re still broken.😞

Grief doesn’t go away just because we’ve learned how to hide it.

Here’s what you might not see:

✨ We laugh… but our hearts ache.
✨ We show up… but we’re exhausted.
✨ We say “I’m fine”… but we’re not.
✨ We smile… because it’s easier than explaining.

Let this be your reminder:
You never know what someone is carrying behind their smile. Be gentle.

Tag another grieving mom who needs to know she’s not alone. ❤️‍🩹♥️

Or drop a purple heart 💜 in the comments if you’ve ever faked a smile to get through the day.

#GrievingMoms #ChildLossAwareness #StillGrieving #GriefSupport #InvisibleGrief #YouAreNotAlone #AngelMom #GriefJourney #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #GriefCommunity #LifeAfterLoss

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Let me know if you want a shorter version for a story or a version with more emphasis on hope.#

What I Want to Say When People Say ’At Least…’

“At least you have other kids…”
“At least you had time to say goodbye…”
“At least she’s in a better place…”

😳

Dear Friends & Family & People who don’t understand:

🛑 stop starting sentences with ‘at least.’

There is no “at least” when you’ve lost a child.

There’s just grief… and love that never ends.

What grieving moms really need:
❤️ A listening ear
❤️ A safe space to cry
❤️ Someone who doesn’t try to fix it
❤️ The words: “I’m here, and I care.”

🙂

Have you heard an “at least” that made your grief feel minimized?

Comment below and let’s give each other the validation we deserve.

#GrievingMoms #ChildLossSupport #StopWithTheAtLeast #GriefIsLove #GriefValidation #AngelMom #LifeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #SayTheirName #YouAreNotAlone #GriefAwareness #WordsMatter

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What I Want to Say When People Say ’At Least…’

“At least you have other kids…”
“At least you had time to say goodbye…”
“At least she’s in a better place…”

😳

Dear Friends & Family & People who don’t understand:

🛑 stop starting sentences with ‘at least.’

There is no “at least” when you’ve lost a child.

There’s just grief… and love that never ends.

What grieving moms really need:
❤️ A listening ear
❤️ A safe space to cry
❤️ Someone who doesn’t try to fix it
❤️ The words: “I’m here, and I care.”

🙂

Have you heard an “at least” that made your grief feel minimized?

Comment below and let’s give each other the validation we deserve.

#GrievingMoms #ChildLossSupport #StopWithTheAtLeast #GriefIsLove #GriefValidation #AngelMom #LifeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #SayTheirName #YouAreNotAlone #GriefAwareness #WordsMatter

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Do you feel that if you work on your healing that you have to let go of your child?

That's what I used to think too, but it doesn't have to be that way.

I created this free download for Angel Moms like us that offers 3 gentle ways to move forward without letting go.

Comment the words "3 Ways" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram messages (your DMs).

Do you feel that if you work on your healing that you have to let go of your child?

That's what I used to think too, but it doesn't have to be that way.

I created this free download for Angel Moms like us that offers 3 gentle ways to move forward without letting go.

Comment the words "3 Ways" below 👇 and I will send the link to your Instagram messages (your DMs).

FREE video for grieving moms that includes simple First Steps when you don't know where to start.

Comment the words "FIRIST STEPS" 👇 below and I will send the link to your DMs 🙂

FREE video for grieving moms that includes simple First Steps when you don't know where to start.

Comment the words "FIRIST STEPS" 👇 below and I will send the link to your DMs 🙂

As living, breathing proof… this is my answer ⤵️

Grief brain is real.

Yesterday, I put my phone in the fridge, my coffee in the pantry, and spent 10 minutes looking for my glasses…which were on my head.

If you’ve ever forgotten what day it is, why you walked into a room, or how to spell the simplest words—you’re not alone.

Forgotten an appointment you made yesterday?? Me!

Grief turns your brain into scrambled eggs, I swear. And for me menopause is here! Which is not helping 🤦🏻‍♀️ .

Be kind to yourself.

Interesting in receiving my weekly Comfort Connection newsletter?

Comment the word “LIST” below 👇🏼and I’ll send the link to your DMs (Instagram Messages) 💌

#griefsupport #childloss #lifeafterloss #grievingmother #angelmom #bereavedmother #childlosssupport #childlosssupport #lossofachild #grievingmom #

As living, breathing proof… this is my answer ⤵️

Grief brain is real.

Yesterday, I put my phone in the fridge, my coffee in the pantry, and spent 10 minutes looking for my glasses…which were on my head.

If you’ve ever forgotten what day it is, why you walked into a room, or how to spell the simplest words—you’re not alone.

Forgotten an appointment you made yesterday?? Me!

Grief turns your brain into scrambled eggs, I swear. And for me menopause is here! Which is not helping 🤦🏻‍♀️ .

Be kind to yourself.

Interesting in receiving my weekly Comfort Connection newsletter?

Comment the word “LIST” below 👇🏼and I’ll send the link to your DMs (Instagram Messages) 💌

#griefsupport #childloss #lifeafterloss #grievingmother #angelmom #bereavedmother #childlosssupport #childlosssupport #lossofachild #grievingmom #

Depression and anxiety are common after the loss of a child, but something we don't always talk about.

In this blog I dive into all of it and share what I have learned in my 9+ years.❣️

Comment the word "DEPRESSION" and I will DM you the direct link to read the blog.

Depression and anxiety are common after the loss of a child, but something we don't always talk about.

In this blog I dive into all of it and share what I have learned in my 9+ years.❣️

Comment the word "DEPRESSION" and I will DM you the direct link to read the blog.

What people think grief looks like: sadness, tears, and eventually “moving on.”

What grief actually feels like:

▪️ Missing milestones they should have been here for
▪️ Secondary losses no one talks about (friendships, identity, purpose)
▪️ Anger, jealousy, and emotions you never expected
▪️ Feeling lonely even in a room full of people
▪️ Becoming less social because no one truly gets it
▪️ Living with a wound that never quite heals
▪️ Brain fog, forgetfulness, and struggling to focus
▪️ Exhaustion that sleep can’t fix
▪️ Anxiety over things that never used to bother you
▪️ Feeling like a different person but not knowing who you are now
▪️ Physical aches and pains from carrying so much emotional weight
▪️ Sleepless nights and restless thoughts
▪️ Waves of grief hitting out of nowhere
▪️ Guilt for laughing, smiling, or having a “good” day
▪️ Changing how you see the world—because nothing feels the same

Grief isn’t just sadness—it’s a lifelong journey of learning to carry love and loss side by side.

What else can you add to this list?? ⤵️

#GriefJourney #AngelMoms #GriefTruth

What people think grief looks like: sadness, tears, and eventually “moving on.”

What grief actually feels like:

▪️ Missing milestones they should have been here for
▪️ Secondary losses no one talks about (friendships, identity, purpose)
▪️ Anger, jealousy, and emotions you never expected
▪️ Feeling lonely even in a room full of people
▪️ Becoming less social because no one truly gets it
▪️ Living with a wound that never quite heals
▪️ Brain fog, forgetfulness, and struggling to focus
▪️ Exhaustion that sleep can’t fix
▪️ Anxiety over things that never used to bother you
▪️ Feeling like a different person but not knowing who you are now
▪️ Physical aches and pains from carrying so much emotional weight
▪️ Sleepless nights and restless thoughts
▪️ Waves of grief hitting out of nowhere
▪️ Guilt for laughing, smiling, or having a “good” day
▪️ Changing how you see the world—because nothing feels the same

Grief isn’t just sadness—it’s a lifelong journey of learning to carry love and loss side by side.

What else can you add to this list?? ⤵️

#GriefJourney #AngelMoms #GriefTruth

This might sound harsh and it's not meant to be...

It's just a reminder that you do not need to feel guilty about sorting through your child's things, or donating them.

You're love doesn't live in the 'things'. It lives in your heart. ❤️

This might sound harsh and it's not meant to be...

It's just a reminder that you do not need to feel guilty about sorting through your child's things, or donating them.

You're love doesn't live in the 'things'. It lives in your heart. ❤️

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What if there was a way...

to live a purposeful life while you carry your grief?
to move beyond the devastation, beyond the fear, and beyond anger and guilt?
to cope in a way that allows you to honour your child?

My approach to loss is different

I believe in honouring your unique journey and your child's legacy while offering gentle support. Together, we’ll find ways to carry both your love and your loss with grace.

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Hi, I'm Lisa. I'm a an Angel Mom.

I'm also a certified grief educator, author, mentor,

and podcaster.

I offer gentle guidance and support to grieving moms as they navigate their way through child loss.

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