Loss of a Child

Helplessness, Guilt, Blame, Faith Challenge, Determination, Grief, Death, Child, Loss of Child

How do I go on after losing my child?
Parents should not outlive their children.
I feel anxious.
I am not sure how to talk about this with my wife or husband.
Was I a good parent to my child?
How will this impact my relationship with my spouse?
I feel really angry.
No one really understands what I am going through.
Should we try to have another child?
Holidays and birthdays will really hard for survivors.
I feel numb, shocked and fearful.
I cry all the time now, especially when I'm thinking about my child or when I'm looking at pictures.
I have trouble sleeping.
I don't feel like eating or getting out of the house.
I can't concentrate at work.
The simplest decisions are hard for me these days.
I feel like I am living in a bad dream.

I can't imagine what this must be like for you.
Can you tell me about you child?
I really, really miss him (her) so much.
Here’s what I loved about your child.
Here’s something special he or she did that I’ll always remember.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Let's confirm our contact information.
There is no right or wrong way to feel.
Everyone finds their own way through...take your time.
I am here for you, whenever, and for whatever you need.
I got your back. We will get through this together.
I can help you find a grief sharing group if and when you are ready.
You don't need to have a timeline on your grief.
You have a lot of people supporting you. Let me know if I can help coordinate some of the communication for you.

I know how you are feeling.
You need to set a timeline for how long you are going to grieve this loss.
You did everything you could to make your child happy. You should have no regrets.
There is nothing worse for a parent - Losing a child.
Do you think the Doctor's did everything possible?
Do you have any regrets?
You are strong, you can get through anything.
Do you think you will try to have kids again?
I am so glad you have your other kids around you to support you.
Please don’t cry. It’s all going to be okay.
Have you thought about benefits and insurance policies? Perhaps you should focus on that since it's something you can control.
I feel your pain.
How about a hug?
Say nothing.