FEATURE ARTICLE:
By Cathi Lammert, Share’s Former Executive Director 1992-2013 On the first anniversary of our son Christopher’s death, December 4, we gathered with loving members of both sides of our families at our church for a Mass in honor of Christopher. After church, we adjourned to our home for a delicious brunch that everyone helped to prepare. It was very comforting to be with our family on this day as we remembered our precious son. To our surprise, we were given a very special gift of a…
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Growing Together
There are many ups and downs while grieving your baby. Sharing this heartache and grief with your partner can bring relationship struggles, but it can also help you grow together.
Going Back to Work After a Loss
Going back to work after a loss is challenging. Often you are a imitation of your former self, making it difficult to get through the work day. The suggestions given are intended to lessen your stress and know that your are not alone.
Grief Makes Us Sensitive, and That’s Okay
Grief never leaves, it becomes a livable part of our existence. It is important to find safe space to discuss your grief openly.
Continuing Our Love
We continue to love Asher and we always will. He will always be our firstborn child.
Two Years Later
Life after loss can be hard. But it is OK to continue to grieve, to be sad, and to be happy again.
FIVE
Five years since I had to say hello and goodbye to my firstborn child. Half a decade of living with the grief of losing my son and yet still a lifetime to go.
Dear Caroline
Sweet Caroline Claire, you were named for Joy and Light, the very same gifts you brought to our lives.
My Hope
Even though my baby Hope can’t be earth-side with me, she got me through the hardest season of my life. She will forever be my Hope.
Finding Books as a Writer-Parent Who Experienced Loss
Seeking books to comfort your grief following the loss of a baby. The stories and words of others can provide us comfort and encouragement.