Loss of a child
It’s a well-held belief that parents are not supposed to outlive their children. Thus, one of the most challenging things a parent can face is the death of a child.
Supporting a co-worker who has lost a child requires a different approach than supporting someone who has lost an adult loved one.
While much attention is given to the loss of parents, spouses or children, the death of a sibling can be uniquely challenging.
Amidst the overwhelming grief, parents must find ways to support their surviving children, who are also grappling with their own profound sense of loss.
Stillbirth is more common than people may realize and remains a sad reality for many families.
Those grappling with these experiences grieve the loss of dreams, goals and expectations.
When parents have had one or more miscarriages, stillbirths or neonatal deaths, having a successful pregnancy or adopting a child is a treasured event.
