EPISODE · Mar 3, 2026 · 14 MIN
69. How to Handle Unpredictable Emotions 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
This episode is for bereaved mothers who find themselves caught in the emotional tug-of-war of loving their child deeply while aching for their absence. If you’ve ever questioned whether smiling at a memory means you’re healing—or betraying your child—this conversation will meet you right where you are. In this episode, you’ll gain reassurance, perspective shifts, and gentle, practical guidance to help you understand your emotions without judging them.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why love and grief are not opposites—but companions—and what that means for your healingHow to stop policing your emotions and give yourself permission to feel it allWhy missing your child does not mean you’re stuck or failing at griefHow to release guilt around “good days” and moments of peaceA simple practice to help you hold love, pain, and life at the same timeLinks mentioned in this episode:Episode #35: Carrying Grief in One Hand and Joy in the OtherAngel Moms CommunityIf this episode supported you, please consider leaving a review so other bereaved moms can find this podcast. And as always—be gentle with yourself, Angel Mom. 🤍
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In this episode, Lisa explores the challenging emotions many bereaved mothers face, particularly the simultaneous experience of love and grief after losing a child. She highlights the importance of recognizing that love doesn't diminish after loss but is accompanied by longing and absence. Through perspective shifts, Lisa encourages mothers to acknowledge all their emotions, from sadness to moments of joy, as normal aspects of grief. She offers practical advice, like allowing oneself to feel without judgment and reframing joy as a form of connection, helping mothers find a path to healing while honouring their child's memory.
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69. How to Handle Unpredictable Emotions after Child Loss
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