EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 28 MIN
67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss
from Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms | Coping after the Death of a Child | Hope & Healing for Grieving Mothers | Grief | Loss of a Child | Grief Support · host Lisa K. Boehm - Child Loss & Grief Educator, Bereaved Mother
Grief isn’t just emotional. It affects every part of your body. If you’re a bereaved mom wondering why you feel exhausted, foggy, sore, anxious, or simply “not yourself,” this episode is for you. We explore the physical side of grief that so many mothers experience but rarely talk about. You’ll learn why your body responds the way it does after loss, what those symptoms really mean, and gentle tools that help you feel safer, calmer, and more supported as you navigate life after losing your child.Key Takeaways:Chest tightness to exhaustion to digestive issues are normal responses to trauma and loss.Grief affects every system of the bodySimple tools to counteract the physical symptoms of griefHow connection and community can be helpfulLinks Mentioned in This Episode🌷 Join The Angel Moms Community
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In this episode, Lisa Boehm explores the often overlooked physical symptoms of grief that bereaved mothers experience. She discusses how symptoms like chest pain, exhaustion, brain fog, digestive issues, anxiety, and sleep disturbances manifest in those who have suffered the loss of a child. Boehm emphasizes that grief is not just an emotional experience but also a full-body one, detailing how stress hormones and survival mode responses affect various bodily functions. Listeners are provided with practical tips to manage these symptoms, offering a compassionate reminder that they're not alone in their physical struggles.
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67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss
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