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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
Hosted by Lisa K. Boehm - Child Loss & Grief Educator, Bereaved Mother · EN
Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms is a mental health and grief support podcast for mothers navigating life after child loss. Hosted by author, bereaved mom, and grief educator Lisa K. Boehm, each episode offers hope, tools, and connection for living with grief and finding your way through motherhood after loss.
This is a compassionate podcast for mothers grieving the loss of their child—whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or the death of a teen or adult child. Here you’ll find a safe and understanding space with gentle guidance, heartfelt encouragement, and real tools to help you survive the unimaginable pain of child loss.
Each episode shares practical grief support, honest stories from other grieving mothers, and expert insights to help you cope with overwhelming sadness, navigate grief triggers, and learn how to live with grief while honoring your child’s memory. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone—and hope that life after loss, while forever changed, can still hold meaning, love, and connection.
If you’ve ever asked yourself:
• Will I ever survive this pain after losing my child?
• How do I get through birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays without them?
• What does “normal” look like now?
• How do I support my surviving children while grieving myself?
• How do I navigate motherhood after loss?
• How can I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward?
• Do grieving moms ever heal?
• What are some coping strategies for the daily heartbreak of child loss?
…you’ll find understanding, answers, and encouragement here.
Drawing from her own journey as a bereaved mother and her training with grief expert David Kessler, Lisa blends empathy with practical strategies to help you:
• Cope with the death of a baby, child, or teen
• Navigate the challenges of motherhood after loss
• Find comfort during grief milestones and anniversaries
• Honour your child’s legacy while rebuilding your life
• Connect with other grieving mothers who truly understand
Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, this podcast will walk beside you with compassion, understanding, and support.
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81. [Best of...] How to Survive Birthdays after Child Loss
6d ago00:23:24Tap to summarizeBirthdays after child loss can feel incredibly bittersweet. They hold the joy of the day we first met our child while also magnifying the heartbreak of everything they’ve missed. In this special “Best Of” replay episode, Lisa shares her personal experience navigating Katie’s birthdays after loss and offers gentle, practical support for grieving moms facing one of the most emotional days of the year. Whether your child’s birthday is approaching or you’re simply trying to feel less alone in your grief, this episode will help you move through the day with more compassion, intention, and support.Key Takeaways from this Episode:Gentle and meaningful ways to honour your child’s birthday without pressure or perfectionWhy birthdays after loss can bring such complex and conflicting emotionsSmall rituals and remembrance ideas that can create comfort and connectionPermission to grieve differently and do what feels right for you and your familyEncouragement and support from someone who understands the heartbreak of milestone days after child lossLinks Mentioned in the Episode:🎁 Free Download: Birthday & Anniversary Remembrance Ideas💬 Ask a Question for the Podcast🤍 Join The Angel Moms Community
Transcribe →80. What’s Normal in Grief After Child Loss?
2w ago00:11:58Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Am I doing this grief thing wrong?”—this episode is for you. For the mom who feels all over the place… or completely numb. For the one who can’t sleep… or can’t get out of bed. In this episode, we’re talking about what “normal” actually looks like after child loss—and why everything you’re experiencing, no matter how messy or inconsistent, is far more common than you think. You’ll walk away feeling validated, understood, and a little less alone in the chaos of grief.Key TakeawaysWhat “normal” grief really looks like (and why it’s nothing like you expected)Why numbness, anger, anxiety, and even brief moments of joy are all part of the processThe truth about the “stages of grief” and why your experience doesn’t follow a timelineHow grief shows up in your body, relationships, and everyday momentsWhy asking “Why me?” or replaying the past is a natural response—even if it’s not where you want to stayLinks & Resources💛 Join the Angel Moms Community (a private space for grieving mothers who truly get it):📖 Lisa’s Books:Journey to HEALING: A Mother’s Guide to Navigating Child LossNow What? Navigate Change & Move Forward When You Feel Stuck
Transcribe →79. 7 Unexpected Grief Symptoms After Child Loss That No One Talks About
3w ago00:13:20Tap to summarizeIn this podcast episode, host Lisa Boehm explores the multidimensional effects of grief, extending beyond just emotional distress. From mental symptoms like brain fog and forgetfulness to physical manifestations such as exhaustion and headaches, grief impacts the entire body. Lisa discusses how grief can alter social interactions and even spiritual beliefs. By identifying and understanding these symptoms, individuals can begin to support themselves through this challenging journey. Lisa also emphasizes the importance of seeking support through groups and communities that understand the grieving process, offering practical advice on how to handle the various facets of grief.
Transcribe →78. Grief & Navigating Mother's Day After Child Loss
4w ago00:12:43Tap to summarizeIn this episode, you’ll hear why Mother’s Day can feel so difficult after child loss, the internal conflict many grieving moms carry, and gentle ways to move through the day in a way that feels right for you. You’ll be reminded that there is no “right way” to do this day—and most importantly, that you are still a mom, and always will be.💛 What You’ll Take AwayWhy Mother’s Day can feel especially difficult after child lossThe hidden emotional conflict many bereaved moms experienceHow to navigate the day without pressure or expectationsGentle ways to protect your energy and honour your child🌿 Links & Resources MentionedAngel Moms Community (A supportive space for grieving mothers who want connection, understanding, and a place to land on the hard days.)
Transcribe →77. Signs From Heaven After Child Loss: What Bereaved Moms Experience
Apr 2800:13:08Tap to summarizeIf you’re a grieving mom who has ever wondered whether a moment, a symbol, or a feeling was a sign from your child—this episode is for you. We’re exploring one of the most common and deeply personal questions in grief: “Is this real… or am I just hoping it is?” In this episode, we will unpack the meaning behind signs, what science and experts say about them, and how to trust your own experience. You’ll walk away with a sense of comfort, clarity, and a deeper understanding of connection after loss.✨ Key Takeaways:How to recognize the difference between a meaningful sign and coincidenceWhat science and grief research say about after-death communicationWhy signs often appear when you need them mostGentle ways to invite signs and feel more connected to your childHow to trust your intuition without overthinking or dismissing your experience🔗 Resources Mentioned:💛 Grief Resources for Bereaved Moms The Angel Moms Community
Transcribe →76. Grief & How to Survive the Loss of a Child
Apr 2100:12:33Tap to summarizeThis episode is for bereaved moms navigating the unimaginable pain of child loss and wondering, “How do I survive this?” If you feel overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward after the loss of your child, you are not alone. In this episode, you’ll learn a gentle, practical framework to help you cope with grief, support yourself through the hardest days, and begin taking small steps forward without pressure, timelines, or expectations. 💛 Key Takeaways from This Episode:Powerful mindset and perspective shifts that help you carry your grief with more compassion and less pressureSimple, baby-step strategies to help you get through each day when everything feels overwhelmingThe power of support and community, and why being around people who “get it” can change everything🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned:Journey to Healing (book featuring the HEALING framework)Angel Moms Community (online support for bereaved moms)
Transcribe →75. Grief & Fears of Forgetting Your Child after Child Loss
Apr 1400:09:55Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever found yourself quietly wondering, “What if I forget my child?”—this episode is for you. In this heartfelt conversation, Lisa speaks directly to bereaved moms navigating the fear of forgetting after child loss, and the deeper worry that others may forget too. Drawing from her own experience of losing her daughter Katie over 10 years ago, Lisa offers reassurance, perspective, and gentle truth: you don’t forget your child—you carry them differently. This episode will help you feel less alone, more grounded, and gently supported in your grief journey.💛 Key Takeaways from This Episode:Fear in grief feels real, but it doesn’t mean it’s trueThe connection you have with your child lives within you—beyond memory5 simple, meaningful ways to stay connected and remember more🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned:Journey to Healing (Book by Lisa Boehm)Comprehensive List of Grief Resources
Transcribe →74. How Grief Changes for Bereaved Moms after Child Loss
Apr 700:12:50Tap to summarize5 Unexpected Ways Grief Changes After Child LossIf you are a grieving mother navigating life after child loss and wondering why your grief feels different over time, this episode is for you. Grief after losing a child doesn’t follow a timeline—and it doesn’t stay the same. In this episode, Lisa Boehm shares 5 unexpected ways grief changes year after year, helping you understand the evolving nature of grief, why certain emotions resurface, and how to cope with long-term grief after child loss. You’ll gain insight into how grief shifts beyond the early days, feel reassured that your experience is normal, and learn how to carry grief while continuing to live your life.🌿 Key TakeawaysGrief after child loss often becomes invisible to others but remains deeply presentThe reality of losing a child can feel heavier as time passesLong-term grief can show up in unexpected moments and emotional triggersHealing doesn’t mean moving on—it means learning to live with griefGrief becomes part of your identity and continues to evolve over time🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned💛 Join the Angel Moms Community (Grief Support for Mothers After Child Loss): It's a supportive space for grieving moms to feel seen, understood, and less alone in their grief journey
Transcribe →73. Anger After Child Loss: What Bereaved Moms Need to Know
Mar 3100:15:51Tap to summarizeAnger is a common but often misunderstood part of child loss grief. In this episode, Lisa K. Boehm speaks to bereaved mothers navigating anger, grief, and the painful question of “Why me?” after losing a child. If you are a grieving mom feeling confused, guilty, or overwhelmed by anger, this conversation will help you understand why these emotions are normal and how to process them in healthy ways while continuing your grief journey.Key TakeawaysAnger is a normal response to child loss grief. Many grieving mothers feel anger alongside sadness.Grief anger often needs somewhere to land. It may be directed at doctors, circumstances, God, or even yourself.The question “Why me?” can keep grieving mothers stuck in pain.Healthy outlets like journaling, walking, and talking with other grieving moms can help release anger.Healing does not mean forgetting your child—it means learning to carry love and grief together.Links MentionedSupport and connection for bereaved mothers navigating grief after child loss. Learn more HERE
Transcribe →72. How to Protect your Heart after Child Loss
Mar 2400:12:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we talk about why setting boundaries in grief feels so hard and why guilt shows up the moment you try. If you’re a bereaved mom who feels overwhelmed, pressured to show up, or exhausted from being the strong one, this conversation will help you protect your energy without apologizing for it. You’ll learn how to recognize your limits, create space for your own healing, and stop carrying what isn’t yours to carry.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why grief after child loss reduces your emotional capacity — and why that’s normalHow to let your current capacity guide your decisionsSimple boundary scripts you can use without over-explainingHow to reduce exposure to emotional chaos and dramaWhy boundaries protect your energy, prevent burnout, and support healingAngel Moms Community:If you’re looking for a space where your grief is understood and your boundaries are respected, the Angel Moms Community is here for you. It’s a supportive online community for bereaved mothers who don’t want to carry this alone. Learn more and join us here.
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