gRIEF AND lOSS
Grief and loss - two of the most profoundly difficult aspects of parenthood.
When we think of grief in parenting, we might think of miscarriage, stillbirth, or the loss of a partner or child at any age or stage. These are losses that shake our foundations. In the aftermath, simply putting one foot in front of the other can feel like an enormous task. If this is you, and you are here, then you are finding a way.
But grief in parenthood doesn’t always look the way we expect it to. Loss can also be quieter, harder to name. The loss of identity, of relationships, of daily routines. Many people speak of a longing for their past self, the one that existed before children. The challenge then becomes integrating who we once were with who we are now.
At Stork, we understand that there is no one way to grieve. No timeline. No “right” emotion. Grief can be sharp or slow, loud or silent. It may come with sadness, but also with anger, confusion, guilt, even relief. All of it is welcome here.
Seeking professional support can offer a space to be emotionally held and to sit with what feels too heavy to carry alone. Finding a therapist who can meet you gently, without rush or expectation, can be a beautiful first step.
Grief may be part of your story, but with time, care, and support, healing can begin to weave its way in alongside it.
Were here to provide support for the emotional and psychological experiences of…
Miscarriage
Still birth
Loss of a partner, child, or loved one
Identity shifts
Grief of pre-parenthood
And more…