I had a major breakthrough last week. I held a baby and actually enjoyed it. I enjoyed cuddling and smelling and kissing and coddling. In a way that no longer felt like my heart was ripping out and my soul was being crushed, but in an “oh you are so sweet and I want to … [Read more…]
It’s hard to even think about taking care of yourself when you’re hurting over the loss of a child. But it’s important to take time for yourself. To find something, anything that can help you feel good, even if only for a short time. I started to really think about this question this week as … [Read more…]
It’s been a few weeks since I posted. Sometimes, life gets too overwhelming. I’ve been trying to live more in the moment, and be more present with my children… less focused on death and sadness. And I have found that sometimes, the best healing mechanism for me is to walk away for a little while. … [Read more…]
A few months ago I was connected to Nathalie Himmelrich. I’m not sure how we came across each other, but somehow I found her blog, Living Without My Twin Sister. She has a similar story. Identical twin girls, almost the same age as mine; one of her’s also died a few days after birth. I … [Read more…]
If you are a grieving parent, you need to know about Molly Bears. I received mine yesterday, and it was so amazing to hold a personalized bear, weighing the same amount as my Kathryn, in my arms. Yes, it brought back some emotions and pain. Yes, we had a family moment where the children also … [Read more…]
Do you want to be there when the Silence is Broken? Saturday night, we will watch one devastated family Return to Zero and survive through it. This Saturday, May 17th, Return to Zero, the movie, FINALLY will air on Lifetime. No commercials. Just the film. I have been waiting in anticipation for this film for … [Read more…]
Often times when someone we know is grieving, we are at a loss. We struggle to find the words to say and the comfort to give. Even those of us who have suffered through the death of a loved one ourselves are often perplexed, floundering to find a way to help our friends find solace; … [Read more…]
Today we’re featuring a story by Kristi Bothur. Kristi is a contributing author to Sunshine After the Storm and writes the blog This Side of Heaven. Kristi shares her thoughts on grief and the passing of time in this story that she wrote over a year ago. On the anniversary of the loss of our children, … [Read more…]
Today we’re featuring a story from Suzanne Tucker. A contributing author for Sunshine After the Storm, Suzanne pens the blog My Mommy Manual and also writes about loss and grief at In the Face of Loss. The following is a story about grieving and finding faith in your spiritual beliefs. Thank you for sharing your … [Read more…]
