Lisa K. Boehm
14 October 2025
37m 22s
49. Sibling Grief Part II: A Sister's Perspective after Child Loss
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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
When a child dies, it’s not only parents who grieve—siblings carry their own heavy burden of loss. In this heartfelt interview, we hear directly from a sister who lost her brother. She shares her honest perspective on how grief affected her, what she wished others understood, and what helped her most. This conversation gives bereaved moms valuable insight into how to support their surviving children as they navigate their own grief alongside yours.
Key Takeaways
- Why siblings often feel invisible in their grief and how parents can help them feel seen and heard.
- Practical ways to create space for each child’s unique grieving process.
- The importance of open communication and giving siblings permission to express difficult emotions.
- How siblings may carry guilt, comparison, or pressure after the loss—and strategies to ease this.
- Why continued connection and rituals matter in healing for the whole family.
Resources & Links
- Find Kaitlyn on Instagram Here: @kt.dejong
- Free list of grief resources for bereaved moms
- Join the Comfort Connection newsletter
Connect with Me
- Instagram: @grief.and.childloss
- Facebook: @griefsupportformoms
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