224: The Issue of Grandchildren after Child Loss (Part One)

Everyone who has lost a child is affected in some way in the area of grandchildren, making it a big topic with many angles. In today’s episode, Laura talks about those who have grandchildren through their child who is no longer here, and how quite often those grandchildren are removed from our lives (which Laura has personal experience with.) She also brings on Sara Nelson, who lost her only child who did not have children, to talk about what it is like knowing you will never be a grandparent. Next week, Laura will continue this discussion with several other ways it can affect us, including bringing on someone who is now raising her grandchildren. Note: Today’s episode is being sponsored by Chris & ReNae Trebelhorn in memory of their son, Aaron. Links Mentioned in this episode: To connect with Sara email her at [email protected]. Click here to leave a review for Reflections of Hope on Amazon. Find out more about Laura’s newly released book Reflections of Hope: Daily Readings for Bereaved Parents. Find out more about My Grief Journey. Click here to go to the GPS Hope webstore for this month’s special: Order both Reflections of Hope and My Grief Journey, and use promo code MGJFree.   Birthdays: Hizkia Aritonang was born on August 14 and is forever 20. Callan Letcher was born on August 15 and is forever 17. Aaron Trebelhorn was born on August 16 and is forever 21. Jeremy Bornemeier was born on August 16 and is forever 32. Jadyn Philipps was born on August 17 and is forever 18.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at [email protected]. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.