Survive the first 6 months after child loss with gentle grief support, routines, and healing tips.

If you’ve ever walked into a room and forgotten why, struggled to finish a sentence, or felt like your brain is moving through fog—you’re not alone. This is grief brain, and it’s a real and normal response to deep loss. In this post, I’m sharing 5 gentle, practical tips to help you navigate the mental fog that follows child loss, plus the science behind why it happens. You'll also learn 5 ways to deal with grief brain too.

Supporting a grieving mom can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. This blog outlines exactly what to say, do, and avoid when offering grief support after child loss. Whether you're a friend, family member, or coworker, you'll discover meaningful ways to show up and truly help. Learn the most supportive phrases, actions that bring comfort, and common missteps to avoid. A must-read for anyone wanting to offer real help after loss.