The Lucky Few

236. Making Space For Grief (w/Claire Bidwell Smith)


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Friends, we’re so excited to have licensed therapist and grief expert, Claire Bidwell Smith on the show to give us some tools and resources for coping with the grief that comes with a Down syndrome diagnosis. Led by her own experiences with grief, and fueled by her work in hospice and private practice, Claire strives to provide support for all kinds of people experiencing grief and is devoted to expanding the conversation around grief and loss. We’re chatting about tools and strategies for grief around a diagnosis, grieving a life we’d imagined for our loved one, managing anxiety around medical issues that can come with a Down syndrome diagnosis, and so much more. No matter where you are in your journey, we want you to know, that you’re not alone. We hope this episode provides some helpful tools, strategies, and support.


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  • Learn more about Claire Bidwell Smith
  • Order a copy of Claire’s book: Anxiety The Missing Stage of Grief

    • Check out Claire’s Podcast A New Day
      • Learn more about Elisabeth Kübler-Ross 
        • When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chödrön

        • Check out our episodes with Lindsey Strickland: 

          • 36. A Tough Conversation About Sexual Abuse in the Down Syndrome Community w/Lindsey Strickland
            • 142. Our Kids are #WorthTheConversation (Sexual Abuse, Safety, & Body Autonomy in the DS Community)

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