37 | Rhonda Barnes-Grandmother's Perspective on Grieving for Two

Send us Fan MailRhonda Barnes carries a pain that no grandparent should ever know – the loss of her beloved grandson, Dominic, who passed away in her arms on July 29th, 2015. The devastation threatened to consume her, but as a mother, grandmother, and a registered nurse, Rhonda instinctively shifted into caretaker mode. A natural fixer, she desperately sought to understand the 'why' behind Dominic's passing, while simultaneously striving to be a pillar of strength for her grieving family. In her role as a New Parent Support Program (NPSP) visitor and registered nurse, Rhonda dedicates her life to supporting families during the crucial early years of parenthood. She visits homes of expectant parents and those with children under 36 months, providing education and guidance on a wide range of topics, from the initial homecoming to the challenges of feeding solids, potty training, and discipline. Listen in as Rhonda shares how a simple, yet profound, statement from a social worker gave her the permission she needed to truly grieve.She can be found on the Fort Bragg ACS New Parent Support Program or you can email her here: [email protected] STAY CONNECTED:Link TreeInstagramFacebookTwitterWebsiteGive if you feel led. All donations will go to the Julianna Grace Ministry. Click on general then the Julianna Grace Ministry.