Tag: grief
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Our Son Lost His Baby Sister, and It Shatters My Heart
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast It pains me to reflect on the innocent love our son possesses. Just over a year ago, on a seemingly ordinary Monday morning, he woke to find his baby sister in the room next to him — a sister he had cherished for nearly 14 months. He knew her name long…
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Grieving Father Takes on the Mission to Support Other Dads Through Loss
Get Pregnant Fast In the wake of losing a child, the emotional toll is profound for both parents. However, societal norms often make it harder for fathers to openly express their grief. While a mother’s tears are often seen as a natural response, men are frequently taught to suppress their emotions, striving to be the…
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My Life Stopped When My Child Passed Away, But I Found a Way to Navigate the Good and Bad Days
Get Pregnant Fast When a child dies, it feels as though the world has come to a standstill. Yet, life continues for everyone around you, and that reality can be infuriating and painful. You may wish for others to experience joy without the shadow of your grief looming over them. At the same time, witnessing…
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The Impact of Tragedy: How One Partner’s Loss Sparked a Movement in Maternal Health
Read more “We reached out for help. We spoke with doctors, made phone calls, and even visited the hospital multiple times within those 13 days,” Daniel recalls. “Every time we expressed our concerns about her condition, we were told the same thing—just let her rest, she’s likely overdoing it.” Despite their persistent advocacy, Mia did…
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What I Needed Most When My Son Was Diagnosed with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jenna Carter Date: Jan. 3, 2018 “When you can’t find the silver lining, I will be here with you in the shadows.” — Unknown Receiving a diagnosis of autism for your child, or any neurological condition, can be overwhelmingly frightening. Perhaps you had an inkling of what was to come, or…
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The One Statement That Grieving Parents Least Want to Hear
Get Pregnant Fast Grief is a profound experience that can strike unexpectedly, whether you’re at home in solitude or navigating the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Losing a child is an unimaginable heartache that I’ve carried since two of my triplets passed away four years ago. Recently, I encountered a moment that reminded me…
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My Brother’s Overdose: Lessons I Want to Share
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, I received a call that I had both dreaded and anticipated for years: my brother was found dead from a heroin overdose. At just 44 years old, he died alone in his car outside a convenience store in Colorado. I choose to say “died” rather than “passed away.” The latter conjures…
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Honoring Mothers: A Moment of Reflection This Mother’s Day
Get Pregnant Fast As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s essential to take a moment to celebrate not only the mothers who are present in our lives but also to remember those who have passed away. For many, this day can be bittersweet—a stark reminder of the absence of a beloved mother who is no longer with…
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Navigating Life After SIDS
Get Pregnant Fast Trigger Warning: Child Loss What does life look like after experiencing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)? It’s a quiet drive back from the hospital on a dreary Sunday morning. Your feet are clad in hospital socks, and a pink teddy bear rests on your lap, supported by a purple box that holds…
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When People Ask How Many Children I Have, This Is My Response
Get Pregnant Fast Every time I find myself at a school open house, a parent meeting, or even just waiting in line, I inevitably get asked the same question: “How many children do you have?” My response is always four. That’s when the mental math begins for the person asking. They usually notice that I…