EPISODE · Apr 27, 2026 · 9 MIN
#19| Why Does My Partner Grieve So Differently After Baby Loss? Understanding Different Grief Styles
from Holding Women Through Grief | Miscarriage, Still Birth, Loss, Death, Grief Support Group · host Tasha Cofer | Bereavement Doula, Grief Educator, Author
After baby loss, it’s common for partners to grieve in completely different ways one wants to talk, the other shuts down; one falls apart, the other functions. In this episode, we name different grief styles, why they happen, and how to stay connected without forcing either person to grieve a certain way. You’ll learn: a simple way to identify grief styles (without stereotypes) a few phrases that reduce conflict fast and a small connection text you can send this week when things feel tense or distant Text to try: “Hey—I know we grieve differently. I’m not asking you to be like me. I just need a little closeness. Can we do 5 minutes tonight no fixing just us?” For more support, resources, and coaching, visit my website. Disclaimer: This podcast is for supportive and educational purposes only. I am not a licensed therapist. If you need professional mental health support, please reach out to a licensed therapist, grief counselor, or medical provider.
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After baby loss, it’s common for partners to grieve in completely different ways one wants to talk, the other shuts down; one falls apart, the other functions. In this episode, we name different grief styles, why they happen, and how to stay connected without forcing either person to grieve a certain way. You’ll learn: a simple way to identify grief styles (without stereotypes) a few phrases that reduce conflict fast and a small connection text you can send this week when things feel tense or distant Text to try:“Hey—I know we grieve differently. I’m not asking you to be like me. I just need a little closeness. Can we do 5 minutes tonight no fixing just us?” For more support, resources, and coaching, visit my website. Disclaimer: This podcast is for supportive and educational purposes only. I am not a licensed therapist. If you need professional mental health support, please reach out to a licensed therapist, grief counselor, or medical provider.
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