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

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Podcast by Lisa K. Boehm

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

Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss is a safe, compassionate space for mothers grieving the death of a child—whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or the loss of a teen or adult child. Hosted by Lisa K. Boehm (bereaved mom, grief educator, author, and mentor), this podcast offers 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 find ways to honor your child’s memory. You’ll find comfort in knowing you are not alone, and hope that life after loss—while different—can still hold meaning and love. 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 help my surviving children while grieving myself? How can I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward? Do grieving moms ever heal? What are some coping strategies to deal with 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 Find comfort during grief milestones and anniversaries Heal your heart while honoring your child’s legacy Connect with other grieving mothers who understand your pain Begin to rebuild life with both grief and hope Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, this podcast will walk beside you with love, understanding, and support. 💔 You don’t have to walk this road alone. Subscribe to Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss for weekly encouragement, coping tools, and heartfelt conversations about life after the death of a child. 💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and gentle resources: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort

Latest episodes

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16 September 2025

45. 12 Things I Wish I Knew About Grief and Child Loss

In this episode, Lisa Boehm discusses the profound complexity of grieving a child, drawing on her own experience following the loss of her daughter, Katie. She dismantles common misconceptions about grief being a linear process and emphasizes the lifelong journey of carrying both love and grief. By sharing 12 lessons she wishes she had known earlier, Lisa aims to offer guidance, dispel myths, and encourage bereaved parents to connect with others who share similar experiences. Her insights highlight the importance of community, acknowledging grief's physical toll, and finding ways to live meaningfully alongside enduring loss.

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09 September 2025

44. Child Loss and Healing: A Mother’s Journey Around the World

In this moving podcast episode, Becky Livingston shares her unique journey of coping with the loss of her daughter, Rachel, by traveling the world with her ashes. As a lifelong traveler, Becky chose an extraordinary way to keep her daughter's memory alive, finding solace and understanding along the way. For 26 months, she journeyed across various countries, using travel as a medium for healing. Through her story, listeners gain insight into the diverse ways individuals process grief and how stepping out of one's comfort zone can bring clarity and peace during the most challenging times.

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02 September 2025

43. Coping with Nighttime Grief: Comfort After Child Loss

Explore the intricacies of nighttime grief with Lisa Boehm on this episode of the Grief and Child Loss Podcast. Lisa shares her personal struggle with sleepless nights following the loss of her daughter and discusses the biological and emotional reasons behind heightened night-time grief. Listeners are guided through practical tools, including creating routine rituals, engaging in meditation, and the cathartic power of journaling to alleviate nocturnal anxiety and loneliness. With empathy and understanding, Lisa provides hope and a compassionate roadmap for bereaved parents seeking tranquility and relief in the night's quiet hours.

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26 August 2025

42. Back-to-School Grief: 5 Coping Tips for Bereaved Moms

This episode of the Grief and Child Loss Podcast, hosted by bereaved mom Lisa Boehm, delves into the unique challenges of facing the back to school season after losing a child. Lisa shares her personal journey of coping with grief triggered by school traditions and offers practical strategies such as creating new traditions and managing social media exposure. She emphasizes the importance of seeking support and highlights how giving back can transform grief into kindness. Through this heartfelt discussion, listeners are encouraged to carry their love and memory of their lost child while finding comfort and hope in new beginnings.

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19 August 2025

41. Vacations After Child Loss: Coping with Grief While Traveling

In this heartfelt episode, host Lisa Boehm explores the emotional weight of planning vacations after losing a child. If you've ever felt guilty or unsure about taking a trip while grieving, you're not alone. Lisa shares personal stories, reflections, and practical advice to help you carry your grief with compassion—wherever life takes you.

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12 August 2025

40. Child Loss & Navigating the First Six Months of Grief

Lisa Boehm, bereaved mother and host of the Grief and Child Loss Podcast, invites listeners into an intimate discussion on surviving the first six months after a child's death. With insight drawn from her personal story and experience, Lisa emphasizes the validation of one’s own grieving process, dispelling myths like the Five Stages of Grief. She encourages simple routines and self-care, even as grief manifests physically and emotionally. Essential survival tips include staying hydrated, seeking supportive connections, and slowly finding ways to introduce joy alongside the sorrow. This episode serves as a comforting companion for those navigating the early days of child loss.

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