In this heartfelt episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, Lisa shares a deeply personal story from her own grief journey — the moment she felt joy after her daughter’s death and the guilt that followed. If you’re a grieving mom wondering if it’s okay to laugh, smile, or even feel lightness again, this episode is a must-listen. Lisa offers compassion, perspective, and gentle guidance to help you understand how joy and grief can live side-by-side. This conversation is for anyone carrying grief who’s also longing for hope.In this episode, you’ll learn:<ul><li>💛 Why joy is not a betrayal of grief — and how to allow it back in</li><li>🌊 Lisa’s powerful story of feeling joy on a beach and the guilt that followed</li><li>🌟 5 gentle ways to invite joy back into your life after child loss</li></ul>Resources & Links:<ul><li>🎧 Related episode: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/12-how-to-cope-with-guilt-after-losing-a-child/id1781528995?i=1000688878021" target="_blank">#12 – Letting Go of Guilt After Child Loss</a></li><li>📬 Subscribe to get grief support, stories, and tools straight to your inbox at <a href="https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort" target="_blank">Comfort Connection Newsletter</a></li><li>👉 <a href="https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/AMOC" target="_blank">Join the Angel Moms Community</a> — a space for connection, compassion, and tiny steps forward</li></ul>

In this heartfelt episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, Lisa shares a deeply personal story from her own grief journey — the moment she felt joy after her daughter’s death and the guilt that followed. If you’re a grieving mom wondering if it’s okay to laugh, smile, or even feel lightness again, this episode is a must-listen. Lisa offers compassion, perspective, and gentle guidance to help you understand how joy and grief can live side-by-side. This conversation is for anyone carrying grief who’s also longing for hope. In this episode, you’ll learn:💛 Why joy is not a betrayal of grief — and how to allow it back in🌊 Lisa’s powerful story of feeling joy on a beach and the guilt that followed🌟 5 gentle ways to invite joy back into your life after child loss Resources & Links:🎧 Related episode: #12 – Letting Go of Guilt After Child Loss📬 Subscribe to get grief support, stories, and tools straight to your inbox at Comfort Connection Newsletter👉 Join the Angel Moms Community — a space for connection, compassion, and tiny steps forward

In this heartfelt episode of The Angel Moms Podcast, Lisa shares a deeply personal story from her own grief journey — the moment she felt joy after her daughter’s death and the guilt that followed. If you’re a grieving mom wondering if it’s okay to laugh, smile, or even feel lightness again, this episode is a must-listen. Lisa offers compassion, perspective, and gentle guidance to help you understand how joy and grief can live side-by-side. This conversation is for anyone carrying grief who’s also longing for hope.In this episode, you’ll learn:<ul><li>💛 Why joy is not a betrayal of grief — and how to allow it back in</li><li>🌊 Lisa’s powerful story of feeling joy on a beach and the guilt that followed</li><li>🌟 5 gentle ways to invite joy back into your life after child loss</li></ul>Resources &amp; Links:<ul><li>🎧 Related episode: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/12-how-to-cope-with-guilt-after-losing-a-child/id1781528995?i=1000688878021" rel="noopener noreferrer">#12 – Letting Go of Guilt After Child Loss</a></li><li>📬 Subscribe to get grief support, stories, and tools straight to your inbox at <a href="https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort" rel="noopener noreferrer">Comfort Connection Newsletter</a></li><li>👉 <a href="https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/AMOC" rel="noopener noreferrer">Join the Angel Moms Community</a> — a space for connection, compassion, and tiny steps forward</li></ul>

35. Grief & Joy: Is it OK to feel joy after Child Loss?

Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss is a compassionate podcast for bereaved mothers coping with the death of a child, infant, or teen. Hosted by Lisa K. Boehm (grief educator, author, mentor, and bereaved mom),  this show offers hope, healing, and practical guidance for life after child loss.

Each episode provides heartfelt support, real-life stories, and tools to help you cope with grief, navigate triggers, and honour your child’s memory. You’ll hear personal experiences, expert grief insights, and encouragement to help you survive the hardest days and slowly rebuild a life that still holds meaning.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Will I ever feel normal after losing my child?

How do I cope with birthdays, milestones, and holidays?

Is my grief normal or too much?

How can I support my surviving children?

How do I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward?

…you are not alone. This podcast is here to walk beside you.

Lisa’s experience as a bereaved mother and her training with grief expert David Kessler allows her to offer both empathy and actionable coping strategies. Whether your loss is recent or years behind you, you’ll find comfort, connection, and hope here.

Listen for:

Child loss grief support

Coping after the death of a child

Healing after infant, teen, or adult child loss

Surviving milestones and anniversaries

Honouring your child’s legacy while learning to live again

Subscribe to Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss for weekly encouragement and compassionate guidance.

💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and resources: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort

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Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss is a compassionate podcast for bereaved mothers coping with the death of a child, infant, or teen. Hosted by Lisa K. Boehm (grief educator, author, mentor, and bereaved mom), this show offers hope, healing, and practical guidance for life after child loss. Each episode provides heartfelt support, real-life stories, and tools to help you cope with grief, navigate triggers, and honour your child’s memory. You’ll hear personal experiences, expert grief insights, and encouragement to help you survive the hardest days and slowly rebuild a life that still holds meaning. If you’ve ever wondered: Will I ever feel normal after losing my child? How do I cope with birthdays, milestones, and holidays? Is my grief normal or too much? How can I support my surviving children? How do I keep my child’s memory alive while still moving forward? …you are not alone. This podcast is here to walk beside you. Lisa’s experience as a bereaved mother and her training with grief expert David Kessler allows her to offer both empathy and actionable coping strategies. Whether your loss is recent or years behind you, you’ll find comfort, connection, and hope here. Listen for: Child loss grief support Coping after the death of a child Healing after infant, teen, or adult child loss Surviving milestones and anniversaries Honouring your child’s legacy while learning to live again Subscribe to Grief Support for Moms After Child Loss for weekly encouragement and compassionate guidance. 💌 Join the Comfort Connection newsletter for grief tips, book recommendations, and resources: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Comfort

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