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 Educator, Bereaved Mother

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

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. 💔 You don’t have to walk this road alone. Subscribe to Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms, a podcast for mothers grieving the loss of their child, for weekly encouragement, coping tools, and heartfelt conversations about life after child loss. 💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and gentle resources: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort
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03 March 2026

69. Rollercoaster Emotions after Child Loss

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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24 February 2026

68. Why So Many Grieving Moms Feel Alone After Child Loss

In this podcast episode, Lisa Boehm delves into the profound loneliness that follows the loss of a child. Through personal stories and experiences, she explores why this kind of loneliness is so pervasive and offers practical ways to cope. Lisa describes the isolation felt even in crowded rooms and the silence that fills spaces once shared with the lost child. She suggests building micro connections, creating continuing bonds, and finding one safe person to support the journey. The episode reminds listeners that loneliness is a normal part of grief and encourages them to find light and connections through meaning.

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17 February 2026

67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss

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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10 February 2026

66. Child Loss, Grief & Psychic Mediums with Opie Kreft

Opie Kraft discusses with Lisa her fascinating evolution into a psychic medium, following a transformative period marked by personal challenges. Opie explains the energetic nature of her work, distinguishing between psychic readings and mediumship, and how each serves a different purpose in connecting individuals with their past, present, and future. She describes her unique way of receiving messages, bringing clarity and reassurance to those eager to connect with loved ones who have passed on. Throughout the conversation, Opie emphasizes that spiritual abilities are within reach for everyone, encouraging listeners to explore their own connections with the spiritual world.

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03 February 2026

65. Grief & Guilty Feelings after Child Loss

In this heartfelt episode of the Child Loss and Grief Support for Moms podcast, host Lisa Boehm addresses the heavy burden of guilt faced by grieving mothers. She shares her personal journey of overcoming self-blame after the loss of her daughter, Katie. By exploring the psychological and cultural roots of guilt, Lisa provides insight into why it's a common reaction to trauma but not a true reflection of responsibility. She offers practical tools and reframes, encouraging mothers to remember the love they gave and to find community support in the healing process.

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27 January 2026

64. Writing Through Grief After Child Loss

In this poignant podcast episode, Lisa Boehm opens her heart to listeners by sharing a letter written to her daughter Katie, who passed away a decade ago. Through this intimate narrative, Lisa reveals how ongoing grief is intertwined with enduring love, teaching her to live fully despite loss. The episode underscores the cathartic power of writing as a tool for processing grief and fostering connection. Lisa invites listeners to explore their path to healing, underscoring the importance of supportive communities, and offers encouragement to other bereaved parents navigating their journey of loss and remembrance.

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