Supporting a Friend Through Loss

An Open Letter To Moms With A Living Child – And Survivor’s Guilt

My dear friend: As we begin a new year, it’s hard not to think about how different our lives are going to be. It seems so

A Still Standing Contributor

Posted on February 4, 2019

5 Ways To Help When Mothers Are Hurting

Yesterday, someone I know asked for advice. Her friend, 4.5 months pregnant, was told that her son would likely not survive,

A Still Standing Contributor

Posted on January 22, 2019

When Their Baby Dies: Say Something

I have a bit of insight for you. And it’s probably the best advice I could give anyone reading. SAY SOMETHING. Super simple.

A Still Standing Contributor

Posted on January 14, 2019

Grief On Purpose: For Those Afraid We Are “Stuck”

I get it. I really do. Working in healthcare has given me a brand new insight into what it’s like to watch people you care

A Still Standing Contributor

Posted on January 10, 2019

Saying “At Least” Is Not Comforting After Child Loss – Here’s What To Say Instead

Over the years, I’ve learned to ignore anything that comes after the words “at least” as it relates to the loss of my son.

Kelly Cote

Posted on October 9, 2018

How To Avoid Burnout When Supporting Grieving Friends

When your child dies, you immediately become part of what is unofficially known as “the grief club.” This is a global

Kelly Owen

Posted on September 29, 2018

Yes, You Could Survive It

Before I had children, my cousin lost his third child to anencephaly, a condition in which the forebrain does not develop.

Catherine Ashe

Posted on September 24, 2018