Grief & Child Loss: The Myths and Misconceptions
The 'stages of grief' have mislead society and grieving mothers alike. After child loss, we are led to believe we eventually hit the fifth..
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Grief & Child Loss Blog
Lisa K. Boehm
Feb 123 min read
6 Insights for Grieving Mothers Coping with Child Loss and Depression
Grief is rarely talked about, especially after the loss of a child. Grieving mothers have many mental health challenges to face after...
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Lisa K. Boehm
Jan 314 min read
Our 'New Reality': Life after Child Loss
When your child dies, you have a new identity: grieving mother. This grief blog shares all the changes grieving moms face after child loss.
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Lisa K. Boehm
Dec 29, 20234 min read
5 New Year's Resolutions after Child Loss
For a grieving mother the New Year means another year without their child. Grief is sneaky. As if child loss and the holidays weren't enough
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Lisa K. Boehm
Dec 26, 20233 min read
Child Loss, Grief & Secondary Loss after a Child Dies
No one can prepare you for your life after child loss. Grieving mothers lose a child, but they also experience other losses as well...
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Lisa K. Boehm
Nov 15, 20233 min read
How to be Thankful at Thanksgiving (after Child Loss)
How can a grieving mother be thankful at Thanksgiving after the loss of a child? This grief blog provides three ways to deal with loss..
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Lisa K. Boehm
Oct 5, 20234 min read
Feelings of Guilt after Child Loss
The guilt experienced after child loss by grieving mothers can be debilitating. Here are some words of advice from a mom who has also lost
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Lisa K. Boehm
Aug 20, 20233 min read
Please Stop Talking about the Five Stages of Grief
With all the backlash that this theory has received, I am confused why counsellors, therapists, or anyone refers to it at all.
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Lisa K. Boehm
Jun 18, 20235 min read
How to Support Grieving Dads on Father's Day
Dad's grieve too after the loss of a child.
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Lisa K. Boehm
Jun 10, 20233 min read
Child Loss, Grief & the Fears of a Grieving Mother
Healing after child loss can seem impossible to a grieving mother who often equates this idea as her leaving her child behind or forgetting
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Lisa K. Boehm
May 9, 20236 min read
5 Tips for Grieving Mothers on Mother's Day
Facing Mother's Day after losing a child can bring a grieving mom to her knees. Moms struggling with child loss need acknowledgement and...
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Lisa K. Boehm
Oct 26, 20223 min read
10 Tips when Talking to a Grieving Mom
People are often scared to talk to a grieving mother. This article will help moms and their supporters as they navigate child loss & grief.
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Lisa K. Boehm
Apr 6, 20224 min read
Child Loss & the Hardest Question for Grieving Moms
As a grieving mother, this question is the ultimate punch in the gut. It can make you stop breathing and actually confuse you...
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Lisa K. Boehm
Feb 13, 20223 min read
Child Loss & Medication: Things to Know
Please note: this blog is based on my opinion and experience as a grieving mother and is not meant to replace the recommendations of...
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Lisa K. Boehm
Nov 30, 20213 min read
A Letter to my Daughter in Heaven
December 8 will mark your 7th year in heaven. Seven years of longing to hear your laugh, seven years of craving ... (MORE)...
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Lisa K. Boehm
Oct 12, 20214 min read
Child Loss, Grief, and Marriage: A Grieving Mom's Experience
If you are a grieving mother and are wondering if your marriage can endure the burden of child loss, take a look at this grief blog...
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Lisa K. Boehm
Jan 4, 20214 min read
6 Ways to Connect to your Child's Spirit after Child Loss
Grief after child loss is not only about the immense 'missing', it's about finding a new way to feel connected to your child. It's about...
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