Category: Grief Support
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Top 7 Things NOT to Do After a Death
After my husband died, I felt well supported by my friends and family and members of the community, but I also had some unpleasant or awkward experiences. I truly believe most people have good intentions, but a recent death in my town reminded me of some of the “don’ts” I experienced:
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What I Learned About Grief From the Book “Future Widow”
I recently finished reading “Future Widow: Losing My Husband, Saving My Family, and Finding My Voice” by author and podcaster Jenny Lisk and can’t recommend this memoir enough to widowed parents, especially those who became caregivers to their spouses before they died. Lisk describes with honesty the often heartbreaking, daily challenges of caring for her…
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What to Tell Teachers About Your Grieving Child
Kids are going back to school or already back in school, which means it may be time to tell your kid’s new teacher(s) about the loss of your partner/spouse. Especially if the death was within the last few years or your kid is in elementary school (where they typically have the same teacher all day),…