Supporting Others

12 Ways I Needed Support After My Baby Died

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Society needs to do better with sharing the burden carried by bereaved parents. Here's how.

That Time I Had A Pre-Funeral Beauty Supply Store Meltdown

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I went in for waterproof mascara but came out with so much more.

Grief Bacon: Don’t Make Them Eat Cake

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Endless comfort food can be the opposite of comforting to someone dealing with loss. Here are 5 gifts to show you care –without the added sugar.

What People (Don’t) Do After Hearing About a Friend’s Loss

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After a mother's death, a woman's inbox gets the cold shoulder from some valued pals. Our advice guru weighs in.

Back in the Saddle Again

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My teenaged son stored his bike after a friend's fatal riding accident. One year on, I still wanted to hold onto him tight but was also ready for him to move forward.

The Lucy Van Pelt of Loss

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Here's how I became the go-to person for guiding friends through grief.

Sweet Therapy

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Word to the wise: a modern house of mourning requires copious amounts of chocolate. Bake these cookies the next time you need to show your love.