PodcastsEducationChild Loss & Grief Support for Moms | Coping after the Death of a Child | Hope & Healing for Grieving Mothers | Grief | Loss of a Child | Grief Support
Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms | Coping after the Death of a Child | Hope & Healing for Grieving Mothers | Grief | Loss of a Child | Grief Support
45. 12 Things I Wish I Knew About Grief and Child Loss
Grief after losing a child is unlike any other pain—it’s life-altering, lonely, and filled with moments no one prepares you for. In this episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, I share some of the hidden truths about grief and child loss: the moments that take you by surprise, the ways your world permanently shifts, and the strength you never knew you had.Whether you’re a bereaved mom yourself or walking alongside someone who is, these insights can bring comfort, validation, and hope. You are not alone on this journey.Key Takeaways:How grief doesn’t follow a timeline—and why it’s normal to feel “stuck” years later.How everyday moments can trigger tidal waves of emotion (even when you least expect it).How friendships and family dynamics shift after the loss of a child.How grief can open unexpected pathways to resilience and even joy.How to carry grief and healing side by side without feeling guilty.Resources Mentioned & Next Steps✨ Get free grief support, strategies, and hope each week inside my Comfort Connection Newsletter: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort ✨ Join our private Angel Moms Community: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/AMOC ✨ Episode 9: Overcome "What If Thinking" after Child Loss: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/9-3-practical-ways-to-overcome-what-if-thinking-after/id1781528995?i=1000683926141
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44. Child Loss and Healing: A Mother’s Journey Around the World
Can you imagine packing your suitcase and your child’s ashes and setting off around the world for 26 months? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Becky Livingston, did after the death of her daughter Rachel. In this episode, Becky shares how traveling with Rachel’s ashes became a pathway to healing, eventually leading her to write her book The Suitcase & The Jar. If you are a bereaved mom searching for hope, meaning, or simply a reminder that you’re not alone, this conversation will give you perspective and encouragement for your own journey.Here are a few of the key takeaways from my talk with Becky:How travel can open up space for grief, healing, and self-discovery after child lossThe unique challenges and unexpected gifts of navigating grief away from homeWhy rituals, memory-keeping, and honouring your child in meaningful ways matterEncouragement for moms who feel stuck in grief and are curious about the healing power of new experiences📖 Explore more resources mentioned in this episode:Becky's Book: The Suitcase & The JarLisa's Book: Journey to HEALING: A Mothers Guide to navigating Child LossAlso check out 🎧 Episode #41: Travel After Child Loss
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43. Coping with Nighttime Grief: Comfort After Child Loss
If you’re a grieving mom who finds that the nights feel heavier, darker, and more painful than any other time of day, this episode was made for you. When the world quiets down and distractions fade away, grief has a way of roaring to the surface — and it’s often at night that it hits hardest. In this heartfelt episode Lisa shares her own personal experience with nighttime grief after losing her daughter Katie, and offers practical tools that helped her survive the long, silent hours. You’ll learn why grief can feel worse at night — and how to gently ease the weight of it so you can rest.This episode is for you if:You struggle to sleep after the loss of your childNighttime feels like the loneliest and most painful part of your dayYou’re craving tools to help calm your heart and quiet your mind before bedKEY TAKEAWAYS:Why grief often intensifies at night — emotionally and biologicallyThe biggest mistakes grieving moms make in their nighttime routines3 gentle tools to ease nighttime grief and create moments of calmWhat not to do at bedtime — and how to build a soothing evening rhythmMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:✨ Grab the Meditation and Journal Bundle for Bereaved Moms – 6 calming meditations + 3-week printable grief journal for just $19Join The Angel Moms Community HERE.💖 If this episode brought you comfort, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Reviews help other grieving moms find us — and feel less alone.
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42. Back-to-School Grief: 5 Coping Tips for Bereaved Moms
If you’re a grieving mother facing the back-to-school season after the loss of your child, this episode is for you. Back-to-school can be a painful reminder of what’s missing, and missed milestones. In this heartfelt episode, grief educator and bereaved mom Lisa K. Boehm shares practical tools, compassionate advice, and personal stories to help you navigate this emotional season with more ease and grace. You’ll learn how to honour your child’s memory, protect your heart, and find gentle ways to care for yourself as the school year begins.Key Takeaways from This Episode:Gentle ways to prepare yourself emotionally for back-to-school triggers.How to create meaningful rituals to honour your child during this season.Practical tips for setting boundaries with others who may not understand your grief.Simple self-care strategies for those difficult first days of school.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Book a Clarity Call with Lisa HERELearn more about the Angel Moms Community
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41. Vacations After Child Loss: Coping with Grief While Traveling
Host Lisa Boehm discusses about the complex emotions of traveling after the death of a child. If you’ve ever felt conflicted, guilty, or unsure about going on vacation while grieving, this episode is for you. Through stories, reflection, and practical tips, you’ll gain comfort, perspective, and permission to embrace travel as a tool for healing.🌟 Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:Grief comes with you—no matter where you go.You don't have to feel guilty about a getaway.It’s okay to create new memories and still miss your child.There’s no timeline for when (or if) you should travel again.📌 Links & Resources Mentioned:💛 Angel Moms Community: A safe and compassionate space for grieving moms to connect and grow. Join here🎧 Episode #11 – Honouring Braedon’s Bucket List with Tiffany Agnew📩 The Comfort Connection Newsletter: Get weekly grief support directly from Lisa. Subscribe here📱 Follow Lisa on Instagram: @grief.and.resilience
About Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms | Coping after the Death of a Child | Hope & Healing for Grieving Mothers | Grief | Loss of a Child | Grief Support
Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss is a safe, compassionate space for mothers grieving the death of a child—whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or the loss of a teen or adult child. Hosted by Lisa K. Boehm (bereaved mom, grief educator, author, and mentor), this podcast offers gentle guidance, heartfelt encouragement, and real tools to help you survive the unimaginable pain of child loss.
Each episode shares practical grief support, honest stories from other grieving mothers, and expert insights to help you cope with overwhelming sadness, navigate grief triggers, and find ways to honor your child’s memory. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone, and hope that life after loss—while different—can still hold meaning and love.
If you’ve ever asked yourself:
Will I ever survive this pain after losing my child?
How do I get through birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays without them?
What does “normal” look like now?
How do I help my surviving children while grieving myself?
How can I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward?
Do grieving moms ever heal?
What are some coping strategies to deal with the daily heartbreak of child loss?
…you’ll find understanding, answers, and encouragement here.
Drawing from her own journey as a bereaved mother and her training with grief expert David Kessler, Lisa blends empathy with practical strategies to help you:
Cope with the death of a baby, child, or teen
Find comfort during grief milestones and anniversaries
Heal your heart while honoring your child’s legacy
Connect with other grieving mothers who understand your pain
Begin to rebuild life with both grief and hope
Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, this podcast will walk beside you with love, understanding, and support.
💔 You don’t have to walk this road alone. Subscribe to Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss for weekly encouragement, coping tools, and heartfelt conversations about life after the death of a child.
💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and gentle resources: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort
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