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83: Coping with Grief Surprises: How to Handle Unexpected Waves of Emotion After Baby Loss
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In this episode of the *Navigating Baby Loss* podcast, Jen explores the unexpected waves of grief that can take us by surprise, even long after we think we’re "healed." Through personal stories and compassionate insights, Jen shares why these moments happen and offers practical strategies to help you navigate them with kindness and understanding. This episode is a reminder that these "grief surprises" don’t have to overwhelm you—they can be moments to honor your journey and your baby’s memory.
Key Points Discussed:
1. Why Grief Can Surprise Us:
- How memories, milestones, and daily triggers can stir up unexpected emotions.
- The role of our brains in protecting us by releasing grief in manageable pieces over time.
2. Navigating Emotional and Physical Triggers:
- How sensory experiences, like smells or sights, and even hormonal changes can cause sudden waves of grief.
- Why unprocessed emotions may resurface during quieter times in life.
3. Tools to Cope with Grief Surprises:
- Acknowledging Your Feelings: Recognize and label your emotions without judgment.
- Creating Space for Yourself: Step away if needed; find a safe space to let the emotions pass.
- Grounding Techniques: Simple breathing exercises to calm your mind and body.
- Reaching Out: How a quick message or call to a loved one can lighten the emotional load.
- Practicing Self-Compassion:Permission to feel without guilt, recognizing that grief is an ongoing journey.
Helpful Resources:
- Free Guide: "Healing Together: A Guide for Couples Navigating Baby Loss"
- Complimentary Support Session: Schedule a one-on-one session with Jen to explore additional support and healing tools.
Listen Now:
Tune in to this episode and learn how to find peace in the unexpected moments when grief sneaks up on you.
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