Life After Loss
Joy as a Lifejacket
By: Rose Carlson I have cried so much this year That I’ve almost drowned. So, when you see me smile Don’t think I’m no longer in the water— Understand that my joy is a lifejacket. ~ Elisabet Velasquez As I was perusing Instagram early one morning, the above quote showed up in my feed. I…
Read MoreIts the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
Except when your baby has died. Then, it can be the most awful time of the year. By: Rose Carlson As everyone around you goes about their joyful business of shopping and baking and shouting, “Happy Holidays!” or “Merry Christmas!” to everyone they meet, it can seem to you as if there is nothing wonderful…
Read MoreA December Remembrance
Validating your pain and grief will help in your healing. Grief and joy can walk side by side.
Read MoreGrief and Joy
By: Karen Hart Grief came suddenly to me And she took me by the hand Day by day I walked and walked Till I could no longer stand Each day flowed into the next And it seemed they’d never change My heart felt forever broken And I thought it would so remain One day as…
Read MoreHope and Healing this Holiday Season
Grief changes the vocabulary of the holiday season. Find things that can be helpful to you and help you honor your baby.
Read MoreHonoring Your Child During The Holidays
The holidays can be difficult to celebrate when grieving. Finding ways to honor your baby can help bring you peace and comfort.
Read MoreHolidays are Hard
The holidays will always be hard. They will also be joyful. They will be both and that is okay.
Read MoreRose Of My Heart
We lost you one year ago today. Where does that leave us now?
Read MoreHonoring My Past in My Present
My son only physically existed in the past. However, he is still very much a part of our present and our future.
Read MorePink and Blue Awareness Project
October is the month for all loss parents to help bring awareness of our deep grief and the ongoing love that we have for our babies.
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