It's OK to Not Be OK: What Pretending Does to Newly Bereaved Parents

We live in a world that expects grieving parents to “be strong” — to smile, to say “I’m fine,” to carry the unbearable with grace. But here’s the truth: pretending to be ok only buries the grief deeper.In this episode of Life After Child Loss: A Parent’s Grief (Season 6, Episode 3), I’m breaking the silence on what it really costs us to hide our pain, and why giving yourself permission to not be ok is one of the bravest steps you can take toward healing.💔 Your tears are valid.💔 Your sadness is holy.💔 You don’t have to carry it alone.✨ And at the end, I’ll also share how the Grief to Grace Journal can be a safe space for your unspoken truths.🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.🕊️ Explore:– The 7-day Grief to Grace Audio Series w/Free Grief to Grace JournalPurchase here: https://grieftograce.gumroad.com/l/isopdzYou can also 📩 Submit your letter to your child: [email protected]#LifeAfterChildLoss #BereavedParents #GriefPodcast #ItsOkToNotBeOk #PermissionToGrieve #GriefJourney #ChildLossCommunity #RestWellGrieveGentlySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

What does it really mean to heal after child loss — and how is it different from just coping? In this episode, I revisit this topic from Season 5 and reflect on more lessons grief has taught me over the years. It’s a gentle but honest look at the path from surviving to truly living again.🕊️ Explore:– The 7-day Grief to Grace Audio Series w/Free Grief to Grace JournalPurchase here: https://grieftograce.gumroad.com/l/isopdzYou can also 📩 Submit your letter to your child: [email protected] well. Grieve gently. And honor every part of you that’s still holding on.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

In the Season 6 premiere, I return with raw honesty, quiet strength, and deep reflection. This episode, “Still Here,” explores what grief has taught me since the loss of my beloved son, Jor’Darrion.Through heartbreak and healing, I share some lessons of faith, survival, and transformation. For any parent carrying the weight of loss — this is a gentle reminder: you are not alone, and being still here means something.🕊️ Listen, reflect, and breathe.💌 Want to share your story or submit a letter for a future episode?Email: [email protected] Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

In this Season 5 finale of Life After Child Loss: A Parent’s Grief, I speak directly to my beloved son, Jor'Darrion — through a letter born from dreams, drenched in love, and shaped by the pain of living without him.This isn’t just a farewell. It’s a promise.A reflection of how grief has broken me open… and how love keeps me going.In dreams, I’ve seen him whole. In life, I carry his name in all I do.May this message touch the heart of any grieving parent still searching for language.May it remind you: your voice matters. Your pain matters. Your child’s memory lives on.🕊️ Until we meet again, son. I love you forever.— Mama---💌 Want to share your own letter to your child?We’re continuing this journey in Season 6 — and I’d love to include more voices from parents like you.Submit your letter (written or voice recording) to:📧 [email protected]🎶 With soft piano music: “Thinking of Good Time” – Royalty Free via Pixabay#LetterToHeaven #LifeAfterChildLoss #GriefVoice #StillHisMama #FromEarthToEternity #ParentGrief Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

In these sacred closing episodes, we share what words remain after the unthinkable.Parents from around the world write heartfelt letters to their children who now live in eternity — and in the final episodes of Season 4, we honor their words.These letters are love.These letters are grief.These letters are healing.Listen, cry, reflect — and remember:You are not alone. Your story still matters. And so does theirs.To submit your letters: https://forms.gle/XCvQdSPPURevujQGAor Email to: [email protected] Facebook Messenger:https://www.facebook.com/share/157JGHgmqa/🎧 Tune in now.🕊️ #LifeAfterChildLoss #LettersToMyChild #GriefAndLoveSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

Part 2 on Healing and Coping with Child Loss Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

We often misunderstand the difference between being able to 'cope' with the loss of our child(ren) and actually being healed from the loss. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

The day that your child passes away and their birthday's are difficult. I share some ways of getting through those very significant days. 🤍🕊 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

The holiday season is extra difficult while grieving. Praying for comfort to all who are mourn and grieve during this holiday season 🤍🕊 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations

We're back! Thanks to each and every listener for being patient. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/life-after-child-loss-a-parents-grief/donations