Remembering Our Children

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My Experience: A Mother Reflects

"I want my son to always be remembered. It is important for me to tell his story, for his sake, for my own and in doing so, perhaps our experience can help other families cope with the loss."...» Read More

Transforming Grief

"The only thing I can do while grieving is to keep riding the wave and pray that when it breaks, someone will be standing there to catch me."...» Read More

When to Seek Help

“Is how I am feeling normal?” “Should I be doing something different?” “How do I know if I am okay?” “Do I need help?”...» Read More

The Grief Process at Different Ages

Although grief is a process we all experience, children and teens tend to express their grief in unique ways that depend on their individual temperament and age. Children always benefit from consistency, and this is particularly true after a loss. Things may be tumultuous, but routine, structure, and reassurances help smooth the way....» Read More

Poems, Thoughts and Prayers of Hope

Read poems, stories, prayers and share your thoughts with other grieving parents."...» Read More

Say My Child's Name (Poem)

"The mention of my child's name may bring tears to my eyes, But it never fails to bring music to my ears..."...» Read More

A Special Sorrow

“When a parent dies, you have lost your past. When a child dies, you have lost your future.” ...» Read More

Grief Support for Siblings - Grief Through the Eyes of Children

"I am deeply concerned about my children since the loss of their sister. I have heard about grief camps and grief programs, but it scares me. Would it help them to be with other kids who have lost a loved one?"...» Read More

Funeral Planning

"I have never planned a funeral. In fact I have never even been to a funeral and now I am faced with the overwhelming task of planning something loving and meaningful for my child. How do I begin? What are my options? Do I have to use a traditional funeral home?"...» Read More

Writing the Obituary - What is it? What do I say?

"I miss my son so much I can hardly breathe. How can they expect me to write his obituary when I am not even ready to say good-bye. Can I get some help with what to say?"...» Read More

Explaining Cremation to Children

"Explaining death to children is hard enough, but what do I say when a child asks me what cremation is?"...» Read More

Dealing with Tragedy

"I feel numb, exhausted and without hope. I can't seem to make sense of all of this. I have been assigned a social worker and I don't really understand what social workers do and why I need one."...» Read More