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The loss of a child may be the most difficult experience a parent can go through. It is a deep and complicated loss that leads to a wide range of emotions, including overwhelming grief. The grief counseling experts at Abriola Parkview Funeral Home have helped bereaved parents through their losses at our funeral home in Trumbull, CT. To help you begin your own healing, we have shared some coping strategies below.

Grief Counseling Recommendations for Mourning a Child

1. Talk About Them

Talking about your child can be painful at first, but it’s a healthy way of coping and remembering them. Find the best medium for you to talk about them. Sit down with your spouse, join a bereavement support group, sign up for therapy, or ask your friends to come over for an evening honoring the life of your child. As time passes, this topic will become easier to discuss.

2. Plan for Difficult Days

grief counselingSpecial days, such as holidays, your child’s birthday, or the anniversary of their passing, tend to be particularly challenging. Plan ahead for these days. You may want to schedule an outing with friends or family to break out of your normal routine or choose to engage in an activity — such as volunteering or participating in something your child loved — in honor of their memory.

3. Plan Family Activities

The loss of a child will disrupt the family dynamic. It’s important to stick together in this difficult time, as you can all help each other grieve. Plan a familiar family activity to help you maintain some stability through the grieving process while bringing loved ones together for mutual support.

If you have recently lost a child, the team at Abriola Parkview Funeral Home is here for you. We can help you plan funeral services that will properly honor the life of your child and offer grief counseling to help your family begin the healing process. Contact us at (203) 373-1013 to discuss funeral plans with our compassionate team or connect with us online.

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