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Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms | Bereaved Mothers | Losing a Child | Life after Child Loss | Hope & Healing for Grievin
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 Certified Grief Educator Lisa K. Boehm, each episode offers hope, practical tools, child loss grief support, and connection for mothers learning to live with loss while finding their way forward. This compassionate podcast provides grief support after losing a child and serves as a trusted source of bereaved mothers support and grief resources for moms. Whether your loss occurred through miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, or the death of a teen or adult child, you'll find a safe and understanding space filled with gentle guidance, heartfelt encouragement, and practical strategies to help you navigate the pain of child loss.
Episodes
89. The Hardest Questions Bereaved Moms Are Asked (And How to Answer Them)
If you've ever frozen when someone asked, "How many children do you have?" or struggled to answer questions like "How are you?" after the loss of your child, this episode is for you. In this compassionate conversation, bereaved mom Lisa Boehm explores some of the hardest questions grieving mothers face and offers gentle guidance on how to answer them in ways that honour your child while protecting
88. Sibling Grief 10 Years Later: My Son’s Journey
Sibling Grief 10 Years Later: What Every Bereaved Parent Needs to Know About Supporting Surviving ChildrenWhen a child dies, the focus naturally falls on grieving parents—but what about the siblings left behind? In this heartfelt episode, Lisa reflects on nearly 11 years of watching her son Ryan navigate life after the death of his sister, Katie. If you're worried about your surviving children, st
87. [Best of}...Finding Hope after Child Loss
Hope After Child Loss: Finding Light in the Darkness of GriefIf you've ever wondered whether hope is possible after the death of your child, this episode is for you. In this conversation, bereaved mom and grief educator Lisa Boehm shares her personal journey through child loss, the unexpected moments that helped her rediscover hope, and practical ways you can begin finding light in the midst of gr
86. Life after Child Loss: A Converations with Four Bereaved Besties
If you're a bereaved mother navigating life after the loss of a child, this episode is for you. In this special roundtable conversation, Lisa is joined by three of her closest grief friends—women whose friendships were born from the heartbreak of child loss. Together, they share honest reflections about surviving the unimaginable, navigating the early days of grief, finding connection after loss,
85. Nighttime Grief : Why it Hits Harder
Why the Nights Feel Hardest After Child Loss | Child Loss & Grief Support for MomsIf you've ever found yourself holding it together all day only to fall apart the moment your head hits the pillow, this episode is for you. In this heartfelt conversation, bereaved mom, author, and certified grief educator Lisa Boehm explores why grief often feels more intense at night after the loss of a child.
84. Grief & Child Loss: Year 2 and Beyond
Many bereaved moms are shocked to discover that the second year after child loss can feel even harder in some ways than the first. In this heartfelt episode, Lisa shares her personal experience navigating year 2 and beyond after the death of her daughter Katie — including the loneliness, changing relationships, pressure to “move on,” and the surprising ways grief continues to evolve over time.Key
83. Anxiety & Panic Attacks after Child Loss
After child loss, many bereaved moms experience overwhelming anxiety, panic, hyper vigilance, and fear that no one prepared them for. In this episode, Lisa shares her personal experience with anxiety after the sudden loss of her daughter Katie — from panic attacks to the fear of losing someone else she loved. If you’ve been struggling with grief anxiety, trauma responses, racing thoughts, or feeli
82. Physical and Mental Changes After Child Loss
After child loss, grief can feel exhausting, isolating, confusing, and completely unlike what you expected. In this episode, Lisa shares 7 things she never truly understood about grief until her daughter Katie died — including the physical symptoms of grief, the loneliness, the guilt, and how healing and heartbreak can exist together. If you’ve ever felt unseen or overwhelmed in your grief, this e
81. [Best of...] How to Survive Birthdays after Child Loss
Birthdays 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 yea
80. Understanding Grief: What is Normal after Child Loss
If 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 comm
79. 7 Grief Symptoms After Child Loss That No One Talks About
In 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 s
78. Grief & Navigating Mother's Day After Child Loss
In 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 d
77. Signs From Heaven After Child Loss: What Bereaved Moms Experience
If 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. Y
76. Grief & How to Survive the Loss of a Child
This 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
75. Grief & Fears of Forgetting Your Child after Child Loss
If 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 gent
74. How Grief Changes for Bereaved Moms after Child Loss
5 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
73. Anger After Child Loss: What Bereaved Moms Need to Know
Anger 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
72. How to Protect your Heart after Child Loss
In 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 car
71. Navigating Loss: Tom Zuba's Insightful Grief Journey
Tom Zuba has experienced the unimaginable—losing his wife, Trish, and his two children, Erin and Rory. And yet, he is still here. In this powerful conversation on surviving child loss and navigating profound grief, Tom shares what it really looks like to rebuild a life after devastating loss. If you are a bereaved mom wondering how anyone survives the death of a child—or questioning whether you wi
70. Child Loss Grief: Why You Keep Replaying the Last Moments With Your Child
If you find yourself replaying the last day of your child’s life — the last conversation, the last hug, the last words — this episode is for you. Lisa speaks directly to grieving moms who are stuck in painful mental loops, wondering if something could have been done differently. In this episode, you’ll learn why "replaying" is such a common part of traumatic grief, what your brain is actually tryi
69. How to Handle Unpredictable Emotions after Child Loss
This episode is for bereaved mothers who find themselves caught in the emotional tug-of-war of loving their child deeply while aching for their absence. If you’ve ever questioned whether smiling at a memory means you’re healing—or betraying your child—this conversation will meet you right where you are. In this episode, you’ll gain reassurance, perspective shifts, and gentle, practical guidance to
68. Why So Many Grieving Moms Feel Alone After Child Loss
Losing a child brings a loneliness unlike anything else — one that can exist even in a room full of people. In this episode of Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms, Lisa Boehm speaks openly about the deep isolation that follows child loss and why so many grieving mothers feel unseen and disconnected.Through personal stories and compassionate insight, Lisa explores why grief can feel so lonely,
67. 9 Physical Symptoms of Grief After Child Loss
Grief isn’t just emotional. It affects every part of your body. If you’re a bereaved mom wondering why you feel exhausted, foggy, sore, anxious, or simply “not yourself,” this episode is for you. We explore the physical side of grief that so many mothers experience but rarely talk about. You’ll learn why your body responds the way it does after loss, what those symptoms really mean, and gentle too
66. Child Loss, Grief & Psychic Mediums with Opie Kreft
This episode is for grieving mothers and anyone navigating loss who has ever wondered if their loved one is still near. If you’ve felt curious about mediums but unsure what’s real, what to believe, or whether exploring spiritual connection could help or hurt your healing, this conversation is for you. Lisa is joined by Opie Kreft for an open, grounded discussion about connecting beyond the physica
65. Grief & Guilty Feelings after Child Loss
If you’re a bereaved mom who finds yourself replaying moments, questioning every decision, or carrying the heavy “I should have known” kind of guilt, this episode will meet you right where you are. Today, we’re talking openly about the kind of self-blame that so many grieving mothers quietly carry. If guilt has ever felt like an uninvited companion in your grief, you’ll want to listen all the way
64. Writing Through Grief After Child Loss
If you’re a bereaved mom longing for connection, comfort, or a way to feel closer to your child, this episode is for you. In this deeply personal conversation, I share the letter I wrote to my daughter Katie—one filled with the lessons she’s taught me, how she continues to shape my life, and how love endures long after loss. You’ll hear real stories, honest reflections, and a gentle reminder that
63. Confessions of a Bereaved Mother after Child Loss
If you are a bereaved mom who often feels unseen, misunderstood, or like you’re carrying a silent weight no one around you can understand, this episode was created for you. Inside, we unpack the honest, unfiltered truths grieving mothers rarely say out loud — the ones that live in your heart, in your body, and in the quiet places you never show the world. You’ll walk away feeling validated, unders
62. How to Cope with Grief Waves After Child Loss
Grief waves can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, and deeply isolating — especially for a mother grieving her child. If you’ve ever suddenly felt your chest tighten, your breath vanish, or your emotions hijack an otherwise “normal” day, this episode is for you. Inside, you’ll learn gentle, practical tools to help calm your nervous system, soften the intensity of grief waves, and feel more grounded
61. 10 Unspoken Truths about Child Loss & Grief
In this deeply honest and compassionate episode, Lisa shares the 10 unspoken truths every grieving mother carries — the ones we often feel but rarely say out loud. Through personal stories about her daughter Katie, relatable grief moments, and practical tools, this episode helps you feel seen, understood, and validated no matter where you are on your grief journey. You’ll learn why grief feels so
60. [BEST OF...] Gentle New Year's Resolutions for Bereaved Moms
The New Year can stir up complicated emotions for grieving parents. When the world is busy celebrating fresh starts, you might simply be trying to survive another milestone without your child. This episode of Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms is for every parent who feels out of sync with the excitement of January. Lisa shares her own experience of facing New Year’s after losing her daughter
59. [BEST OF...] Surviving Christmas after Child Loss
In this heartfelt episode of Child Loss & Grief Support for Moms, host Lisa Boehm shares her experiences and challenges of celebrating Christmas after losing her daughter, Katie. With ten years of experience, she offers compassionate insights and practical strategies to help other grieving parents navigate this difficult time while honouring their children's memories.Key Takeaways:Coping Strat
58. Navigating Grief & Child Loss on Social Media
This episode is for: bereaved moms and anyone navigating loss in the digital age. If scrolling through social media leaves you feeling triggered, isolated, or overwhelmed, this conversation will help you find balance. Lisa shares personal stories and practical guidance on how to protect your peace online, use social media as a healing tool, and honor your child’s memory in meaningful ways.In this
57. 10 Years after Child Loss: 10 Lessons Learned about Grief
This episode is for any bereaved mom wondering if grief ever changes. After ten years of loss, Lisa shares what a decade of grief has taught her — about love, healing, and rediscovering life again. If you’re longing for peace, connection, and hope, these lessons will help you shift from surviving to living while still honoring your child.In this episode, you’ll learn:How grief evolvesWhy feeling i
56. Grief & Child Loss: How Your Identity Changes
This episode of The Child Loss & Grief Support Podcast is for mothers who find themselves wondering who they are after their child has died. When your child is gone, the roles and routines that once defined you disappear, and even simple interactions can feel foreign. In this conversation, Lisa Boehm explores how child loss changes our sense of identity — and how, over time, we can begin to un
55. 7 Grief Strategies for Bereaved Moms This Thanksgiving
For grieving mothers navigating the pain of the holidays, this episode of The Child Loss & Grief Support Podcast offers understanding, comfort, and gentle guidance. Thanksgiving can feel impossibly heavy when the traditions, family gatherings, and gratitude that once grounded you now highlight your child’s absence. In this heartfelt episode, host Lisa Boehm shares seven compassionate, practica
54. Grief after Child Loss: Tara's Story of Hope and Healing
This heartfelt episode is for bereaved mothers—especially those who have lost an only child or a child with special needs—who long to know that healing and light are still possible. Host Lisa K. Boehm sits down with Tara MacDonald, a mom who radiates hope after unimaginable loss. Together, they explore how to stay grounded in gratitude, carry love forward, and rediscover purpose one gentle step at
53. Sleepless Nights in Grief: Finding Rest After Child Loss
If you’ve ever felt bone-deep exhaustion yet found yourself wide awake the moment your head hits the pillow, this episode is for you. In this heartfelt conversation, host Lisa Boehm explores why sleeplessness is so common for bereaved moms and what’s really happening in the mind and body after child loss. You’ll learn gentle, realistic ways to rest, regulate your nervous system, and ease the long
52. When People Are Cruel After Child Loss: Ask Me Anything ep #4
Have you ever felt abandoned, judged, or even criticized after the loss of your child? This episode is for grieving moms who’ve faced cruelty or hurtful words from others. In this heartfelt conversation, I explore why people sometimes say cruel things, and most importantly, how you can navigate this added pain when you are already hurting so much.Key Takeaways:Why people act this wayWhat grieving
51. Child Loss & My Recent Psychic Medium Reading
Are you a grieving mom searching for hope, comfort, and reassurance that your child is still with you? This episode of the Child Loss & Grief Support Podcast is for you. I share the story of my recent mediumship reading—what surprised me, how Katie came through, and the powerful messages that reminded me love never dies. Whether you’ve considered a reading yourself or simply want to hear how s
50. Jealousy after Child Loss: How to Cope
Grief after child loss is complicated — and sometimes it shows up as jealousy. If you’ve ever felt a pang of bitterness when seeing graduation photos, wedding announcements, or holiday family pictures, you are not alone. This episode of The Child Loss & Grief Podcast is for bereaved moms who struggle with jealousy, guilt, or anger as the world keeps celebrating milestones their children will n
49. Sibling Grief Part II: A Sister's Perspective after Child Loss
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 childr
48. Sibling Grief Pt I: A Mother’s Experience after Child Loss
If you’ve lost a child and wondered how your surviving children are coping, this episode is for you. Sibling grief is so often overlooked, yet brothers and sisters are mourning too — and they need support just as much as parents do. In this heartfelt solo episode, host Lisa Boehm shares my own experience of helping her teenage son Ryan grieve after the death of his sister. You’ll hear what helped,
47. How to Cope with Fading Friendships after Child Loss
This episode is for grieving mothers navigating the emotional fallout of losing friendships after the death of a child. If you’ve felt abandoned, misunderstood, or isolated by the people you thought would show up for you — this conversation is for you. We explore why friendships change after loss and how to respond with grace, clarity, and self-compassion.✨ What You’ll Take AwayWhy friends often f
46. 7 Healing Strategies for Grieving Moms after Child Loss
Losing a child changes everything. The weight of grief can feel impossible to carry, but there are ways to breathe again, even while coping with the loss of a child. In this episode of The Grief & Child Loss Podcast, Lisa Boehm shares seven powerful strategies from her book Journey to Healing to help grieving moms navigate daily life with more peace, strength, and hope.✨ Inside this episode, y
45. 12 Things I Wish I Knew About Grief and Child Loss
Grief after losing a child is unlike any other pain—it’s life-altering, lonely, and filled with moments no one prepares you for. In this episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, I share some of the hidden truths about grief and child loss: the moments that take you by surprise, the ways your world permanently shifts, and the strength you never knew you had.Whether you’re a bereaved mom yourself or walki
44. Child Loss and Healing: A Mother’s Journey Around the World
Can you imagine packing your suitcase and your child’s ashes and setting off around the world for 26 months? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Becky Livingston, did after the death of her daughter Rachel. In this episode, Becky shares how traveling with Rachel’s ashes became a pathway to healing, eventually leading her to write her book The Suitcase & The Jar. If you are a bereaved mom search
43. Coping with Nighttime Grief: Comfort After Child Loss
If you’re a grieving mom who finds that the nights feel heavier, darker, and more painful than any other time of day, this episode was made for you. When the world quiets down and distractions fade away, grief has a way of roaring to the surface — and it’s often at night that it hits hardest. In this heartfelt episode Lisa shares her own personal experience with nighttime grief after losing her da
42. Back-to-School Grief: 5 Coping Tips for Bereaved Moms after Child Loss
If you’re a grieving mother facing the back-to-school season after the loss of your child, this episode is for you. Back-to-school can be a painful reminder of what’s missing, and missed milestones. In this heartfelt episode, grief educator and bereaved mom Lisa K. Boehm shares practical tools, compassionate advice, and personal stories to help you navigate this emotional season with more ease and
41. Vacations After Child Loss: Coping with Grief While Traveling
Host Lisa Boehm discusses about the complex emotions of traveling after the death of a child. If you’ve ever felt conflicted, guilty, or unsure about going on vacation while grieving, this episode is for you. Through stories, reflection, and practical tips, you’ll gain comfort, perspective, and permission to embrace travel as a tool for healing.🌟 Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:Grief comes with
40. Child Loss & Navigating the First Six Months of Grief
How to Survive the First 6 Months After Child LossGrieving the loss of a child is an unimaginable journey — especially in those first 6 months when the world feels unfamiliar and unbearable. This episode is for bereaved mothers in the early stages of grief, or anyone supporting a grieving mom. If you’re wondering how to make it through the fog, the pain, and the endless questions — you’re not alon
39. How do I Help Myself after Child Loss? Ask Me Anything Ep #3
If you’ve recently lost a child and feel swallowed by memories, this episode is for you. In today’s “Ask Me Anything” episode of The Grief & Child Loss Podcast, bereaved mom and grief mentor Lisa Boehm answers a heartfelt question from a mom who lost her son just weeks ago. In this episode, we explore how to navigate the crushing memories that come in early grief, which ones to hold close, and
38. Dreams after Child Loss: Are our Children Sending Us Messages?
Today’s episode is for every grieving mom who has ever longed to feel close to her child again. We're diving into the mysterious and deeply personal world of visitation dreams — those vivid, powerful dreams that feel more like a soul-to-soul connection than a memory. If you've ever wondered “Was that really my child?” or felt the ache of never having a dream at all, this episode will bring insight
37. Child Loss & Marriage: Can your Relationship Survive Grief?
If you’ve lost a child and found yourself wondering whether your marriage can survive the grief, this episode is for you. Whether you're newly grieving or years down the road, this conversation offers validation, honesty, and hope. Lisa opens up about her own fears that her marriage wouldn’t make it—especially at the six-month mark—but shares how, nearly a decade later, she and her husband are clo
36. Child Loss & the Fear that My Child Will Be Forgotten
In this episode of Grief & Child Loss Support for Moms, we explore one of the most painful fears grieving mothers carry: the fear that our children will be forgotten. If you've ever longed to hear your child's name spoken out loud again, or felt a quiet ache when others stop mentioning them, this episode is for you. Host Lisa Boehm shares empowering ways to keep your child’s memory alive in yo
35. Grief & Joy: Is it OK to feel joy after Child Loss?
In this heartfelt episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, Lisa shares a deeply personal story from her own grief journey — the moment she felt joy after her daughter’s death and the guilt that followed. If you’re a grieving mom wondering if it’s okay to laugh, smile, or even feel lightness again, this episode is a must-listen. Lisa offers compassion, perspective, and gentle guidance to help you underst
34. Child Loss and Grief Brain: 7 Ways to Gently Navigate It
Ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there? Can’t remember simple words, faces, or how to cook dinner? You’re not losing it — you’re living with something called grief brain. In this episode, I’m sharing what grief brain really is, why it happens, and how your mind is responding to the trauma of losing your child. I’ll tell you a few personal stories (including the time I forgot how
33. Grief Triggers After Child Loss: What They Are and How to Cope
Grief triggers can hit out of nowhere — a smell, a song, a stranger who looks like your child — and suddenly you’re back in that deep, soul-sucking pain. If you’re a bereaved mother who’s ever been caught off guard by a wave of emotion, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through what triggers are, why they happen, and how to gently care for yourself in those overwhelming moments. You’re not go
32. Balancing Grief and Work After Child Loss: 7 Gentle Strategies
Returning to work after the loss of your child is one of the hardest transitions you’ll face as a grieving mom. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a screen through tears or wondering how to get anything done while your heart is still breaking — this episode is for you. In today’s Ask Me Anything episode, I answer a heartfelt question from listener Karishma about how to stay focused at work w
31. Father’s Day Grief: A Dad’s Journey After Child Loss with Chris Coulter
In this emotional conversation, Chris Coulter shares what it’s like to grieve as a father after losing his 14-year-old daughter Maddie to suicide. He opens up about the silent struggle many dads face, the pressure to stay strong, and how he’s finding purpose through his pain. This episode offers grieving moms a rare and compassionate look into a father’s heart.Key Takeaways:💔 Why Dads Grieve Diffe
30. How to Support a Grieving Mom After Child Loss
If you’ve ever wondered how to support a bereaved mom in your life—but you’re afraid of saying or doing the wrong thing—this episode is for you. OR, if you are a bereaved mom and want to have something to share with your friends and families to help them understand your grief journey and your needs, this episode is also for you. Learn what actually helps (and what doesn’t) from someone who’s lived
29. Grief & Child Loss: 7 Ways to Honour Your Child on Their Birthday
Birthdays after loss can feel like a pressure cooker—grief, love, and longing all wrapped into one overwhelming day. In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing how I navigate my daughter Katie’s birthday and offering ideas that might help you too. If the thought of your child’s upcoming birthday feels too heavy to hold, this episode is for you.Here’s what you’ll take away:Gentle, meaningful ways to ho
28.Understanding Secondary Loss After Child Loss: What Grief Really Takes from Us
This episode is for any mom who has lost a child and feels like grief is still unfolding in unexpected ways. If you’ve noticed that everything has changed, including your identity, relationships, safety, and dreams for the future, this episode is for you. Join host Lisa Boehm as she explores the ripple effects of child loss—those secondary losses that often go unspoken but are just as real and pai
27. Grief & Child Loss Advice: Ask Me Anything Episode #1
In this episode of The Grief & Child Loss Podcast, Lisa is answering listeners' questions! Two bereaved mothers from The Angel Moms Community submitted their biggest struggles with grief. The first questions deals with the unkindness (and cruelty) of others and the second question relates to the waves of grief and not getting stuck in them.What You'll Learn in This Episode:12 actions that ever
26. Mother’s Day Grief: 5 Practical Tips for Moms Coping After Child Loss
If you’re dreading Mother’s Day and wondering how to navigate the ache of grief during a time that’s supposed to be joyful, this episode is for you. Host Lisa—bereaved mom and grief advocate—shares five heartfelt, practical ways to care for your heart on Mother’s Day, especially after child loss. Whether this is your first Mother's Day without your child or your fifteenth, you’ll feel seen, unders
25. How Child Loss Changed This Pediatrician’s Life and Medical Practice
In this powerful episode, Lisa is joined by Dr. Marcy Larson, a pediatrician and bereaved mom, who shares her journey following the tragic death of her son Andy.In our conversation, she opens up about how her experience of loss has shaped the way she practices medicine, how she supports other grieving families, and how she continues to navigate emotionally difficult days like Mother’s Day.This epi
24. Grief & the Pressure to Move On after Child Loss
Grief doesn’t have a timeline, yet so many grieving mothers face pressure to ‘move on’—from family, friends, and even society. Maybe it’s a subtle shift in conversation when you mention your child, or maybe it’s more direct: “It’s time to let go.” What you can do is learn how to navigate these interactions with strength, grace, and boundaries. In this episode, I share 10 ways to handle the pressur
23. New Name, New Look...Same Podcast
In this super quick episode, host Lisa Boehm shares about the new updated podcast title and artwork and why she made these small changes. But don't fear! The same great content will continue every week along with a brand new "Ask Me Anything" episodes which you will find helpful for your child loss & grief journey. Check it out to learn all the details!Links & Resources :Join the Angel Mom
22. Child Loss & Signs from the Afterlife
Losing a child is an unbearable heartbreak, and many grieving mothers wonder: Can our children see us, hear us, and send us signs? In this deeply personal episode, we explore the ways our children may connect with us from the afterlife, from dream visitations to unexpected signs in nature, music, and even technology. Whether you've already experienced signs or are hoping for one, this conversation
21. My Battle with Suicidal Thoughts After Child Loss
Losing a child brings unimaginable pain, and for many grieving mothers, the weight of that loss can lead to overwhelming thoughts of wanting to be with their child again. If you've ever felt this way, please know—you are not alone, and you are not broken. In this deeply personal episode, I share my own experience with suicidal thoughts after losing Katie, why these feelings are more common than we
20. Grief & Sorting Through Belongings after Child Loss
Losing a child is a pain beyond words, and figuring out what to do with their belongings can feel overwhelming. Should you keep everything? Should you start letting go? There is no right or wrong way, but if you're struggling with where to begin, this episode is for you. We’ll explore gentle, practical ways to sort through your child's belongings. Whether it's been months or years, you’ll find enc
19. Grieving the Loss of a Child: What I Want Every Grieving Mother to Know
In this deeply personal episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, Lisa Boehm, a bereaved mother and grief educator, speaks directly to grieving moms, offering the words of comfort, wisdom, and guidance she wishes she had in the early days of loss. If you feel lost, overwhelmed, and unsure how to move forward, this episode is for you. Lisa shares real, honest truths about grief, debunks common misconcepti
18. How to Survive Grief & Rebuild your Life after Child Loss with Guest Angie Hanson
Grief can feel impossible to carry, especially after the loss of a child. Now, imagine also losing your spouse and sibling. In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Angie Hanson, a bereaved mother and grief coach, who knows this reality all too well. She shares her heartbreaking yet inspiring journey through unimaginable loss and how she found the strength to keep going. If you’ve ever wonde
17. Parenting After Child Loss: 8 Lessons from a Grieving Mother
💔 Parenting is already challenging, but after losing a child, it comes with emotional landmines, overwhelming grief, and the struggle to support your surviving children while healing yourself. In this episode, I share my personal journey after losing my daughter, Katie, and how I continued parenting my teenage son through my own grief.In This Episode, We Cover:The emotional challenges of parenting
16. Will I Ever Feel Normal Again? Navigating Grief After Child Loss
Losing a child changes us in ways we never could have imagined, and many grieving moms ask themselves, “Will I ever feel normal again?” In today’s episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, host Lisa Boehm explores the painful reality of this question. Through her own grief journey, Lisa offers insights into how grief reshapes us, and how, even though we may never be the same, we can still find strength,
15. Grief, Love & Strength: Honouring Bella Brave with Kyla Thomson
After losing a child, many of us have heard the sentiment “you’re so strong,” but have you ever stopped to think about how truly brave you are? Today’s guest, Kyla Thomson, knows the meaning of bravery all too well. She is the mother of Bella Brave, the sweetest TikTok star who inspired millions as she faced over 30 surgeries for her rare health conditions.Following Bella’s passing in 2024, Kyla c
14. Child Loss & Grief: Why the Second Year Can Feel More Overwhelming
The second year after losing a child often catches grieving mothers by surprise. While the first year is marked by shock and numbness, the second year can feel even harder as the reality of your loss sinks in. In this heartfelt episode, we explore the unique challenges of the second year, sharing insights, stories, and practical advice to help you navigate this emotional terrain. If you've ever fe
13. 7 Strategies to Manage Grief and Child Loss
In this episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, host Lisa Boehm shares 7 practical coping mechanisms for grieving moms. Each strategy is paired with a heartfelt story from a mother who has walked a similar path, illustrating how these tools can bring moments of peace, healing, and connection. From grounding techniques to honouring your child’s memory, this episode provides compassionate guidance for na
12. How to Cope with Guilt After Losing a Child: A Grieving Mother’s Guide
Navigating guilt is one of the most challenging aspects of grief after losing a child. As bereaved moms, we often question our actions and choices, wondering if we could have done something differently. In this episode, host Lisa Boehm shares her personal journey of grappling with guilt, the steps she took toward forgiveness and self-compassion, and how she has learned to live with grief while red
11. Child Loss, Grief & Bucket List Adventures with Tiffany Agnew
In this inspiring episode, host Lisa Boehm sits down with Tiffany Agnew, a mom who turned her unimaginable grief into a powerful legacy. After losing her beloved son, Tiffany turned to her son's bucket list as a way to honour his life and keep his vibrant spirit alive. She shares her journey of healing, resilience, and living with purpose, offering a deeply personal perspective on how to carry gri
10. Grief Support for Bereaved Moms: Finding Healing After Child Loss
Navigating grief after the loss of a child is one of the most challenging journeys a mother can face. In this episode, we focus on why community and connection are essential components of the grief journey and how being connected can help you. Learn why surrounding yourself with people who truly understand your pain creates a safe space to feel supported, learn helpful and heartfelt tips and advic
