Grief is a journey no one wants to walk—but when they must, no one should have to walk it alone. That’s where volunteers come in. Whether it’s offering a warmContinue reading “How You Can Make a Difference: Volunteering in Grief Support”
Category Archives: Supporting Others
The Heart of Volunteering: Why Your Time Matters
In a world that often moves too fast, where grief can feel isolating and hope hard to find, volunteers are a quiet force of healing. They are the ones whoContinue reading “The Heart of Volunteering: Why Your Time Matters”
Understanding Pregnancy and Infant Loss: Facts Every Parent Should Know
Pregnancy and infant loss is a heartbreaking reality that affects countless families worldwide. Yet, despite its prevalence, it remains a topic often shrouded in silence and misunderstanding. By educating ourselvesContinue reading “Understanding Pregnancy and Infant Loss: Facts Every Parent Should Know”
Supporting Grieving Loved Ones: How to Show Love During Difficult Times
Grief is a profound and deeply personal experience, often leaving loved ones unsure of how to offer meaningful support. When someone we care about is grieving, our instinct is toContinue reading “Supporting Grieving Loved Ones: How to Show Love During Difficult Times”
Supporting a Sibling
Losing a sibling due to pregnancy or infant loss is a unique and often confusing experience for children. They may not fully understand what happened or feel a mix ofContinue reading “Supporting a Sibling”
Unique Ways to Support a Bereaved Parent After Their Loss
Experiencing the loss of a baby is a heartbreaking and devastating time for parents. Whether the loss happens early in pregnancy, during birth, or after delivery, these parents are oftenContinue reading “Unique Ways to Support a Bereaved Parent After Their Loss”
Religious Beliefs and Practices Relating to Infant Loss
Share Parents of Utah is non-denominational, though we respect that religious beliefs often impact how an individual processes loss and grieves. There are numerous religious perspectives, each highlighting the diversityContinue reading “Religious Beliefs and Practices Relating to Infant Loss”
Honoring Bereaved Dads on Father’s Day
Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the incredible journey of fatherhood, filled with joys, challenges, and profound love. But for many dads, this day is also a poignant reminderContinue reading “Honoring Bereaved Dads on Father’s Day”
A Message to Bereaved Grandparents
by Margaret H. Gerner, M.S.W.bereaved mother and grandmotherBP/USA, St. Louis, MOshared from bereavedparentsusa.org I sat with a young bereaved mother who was pouring out her pain and utter desolation toContinue reading “A Message to Bereaved Grandparents”
Nurturing Bereaved Children
The loss of a baby sibling is a heart-wrenching experience, not just for parents but for the entire family. Amidst your own grief, understanding and supporting your children through thisContinue reading “Nurturing Bereaved Children”