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    129 How I Deal with Grief Waves

    enMarch 02, 2023
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    About this Episode

    In just a few weeks we are celebrating the tenth birthday of our stillborn daughter, Lauren. I've noticed a heaviness leading up to this important milestone and I wanted to share with you how I handle waves of grief. Whether you are deep in the storm of fresh loss or a little further out you will be able to be kinder to yourself and have a plan for how to deal with grief waves. We know that they will come, but it's a lot less scary when you are ready for them.

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