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Have Others Forgotten?
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Mar 30, 2003
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Following the death of a child, it often feels like everyone has forgotten. Nobody mentions the child's name for fear of causing more pain. Others have not forgotten. They honestly don't know how to show that they care.
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Remember Your Child During the Holidays
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Dec 09, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Doing something to remember your child during the holidays can make these special days seem less lonely and can aid you in working your way through grief. There is no right or wrong way to remember. Do what feels best for your heart.
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Who Am I?
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Nov 03, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Following the loss of a young child, all of life feels strangely different. Parents are not sure of their identity anymore, and they ask in fear and frustration, "Who am I?"
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The First Anniversary
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Sep 23, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
The most difficult day following the death of a young child is often the first anniversary of the death. With careful planning, this day can be one of healing rather than of dread.
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What Should I Say?
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Aug 25, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Choosing the words that will be used for the announcement of a child's death is often the most difficult of all tasks a parent will have to do.
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The Burden of Guilt
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Aug 15, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Guilt plagues many parents who have experienced the death of a child. By journaling thoughts, relying on prayer, and forgiving one's self, a parent can begin to shed guilt and move forward in this journey we call grief.
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It Makes No Sense
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Apr 22, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Nothing at all makes any sense about a child's death. Until a parent accepts the painful reality of a child's death, the grieving process cannot move forward into a place of more hopeful living.
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Getting Through Mother's Day
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Apr 20, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Mother's Day is a painful reminder of lost dreams for all mothers who have experienced child loss. Break away from the traditions of the day and do something that is meaningful to you in order to begin your journey of grief healing.
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Packing Up the Belongings
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Feb 23, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Many good intentioned people will try to rush you to pack up your child's belongings. Stand firm and let others know you will take care of this grief task when you are ready. Grief is very personal, and that should be respected!
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The "What If?" Trap
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Jan 31, 2002
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By Clara Hinton
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Category: Loss Of A Young Child
Asking the question "What if?" is futile, and only adds to your personal grief in child loss. By forgiving yourself, you can get rid of the heavy burden of guilt and begin to move forward in your grief.
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