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One Day at a Time: Living without your child
Living without your child is a nine-page booklet written using the real experiences of bereaved parents about life after your child dies.
This booklet is part of the One Day at a Time series, adapted from CLIC Sargent by Redkite. This series includes:
Caring for your dying child can drain you of all your energy. When your child dies you may feel completely exhausted and empty.
The thought of living without your child may seem impossible; you can suddenly feel very lost, vulnerable and alone. Many parents find it difficult to imagine anyone else experiencing what they are going through.
It may also feel as if it’s the end of your world and that you will never be happy again. In this booklet, we touch on the experiences of parents after the death of a child or young person.
Every experience is unique and different, but we hope that you will find words that will help you if you are living without your child.
Try to be kind to yourself and do whatever helps you get through each hour even if it is upsetting for others.
Although your experience is unique, many parents have been through similar experiences. It is important to be reassured that you are not alone and others may be able to offer you comfort and support as you come to terms with the death of your child.
There may be times when you feel that you need professional help, the support of someone who has specialist skills and experience. You can talk to anyone from the specialist team who cared for you and your child, Redkite, or a trusted professional such as your GP.
Redkite is here for you, whether your child has died recently or if you have been bereaved for a longer time
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