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Bereaved Mothers Day: Honoring Mothers Who Carry Love and Loss
Each year on the first Sunday in May, Bereaved Mothers Day is observed to honor mothers who have experienced the heartbreaking loss of a child. While many people are familiar with Mother’s Day, fewer know that Bereaved Mothers Day exists as a day specifically set aside to acknowledge the unique grief carried by mothers whose children are no longer physically present. Bereaved Mothers Day was founded in 2010 by CarlyMarie Dudley, an Australian bereaved mother who wanted to cre
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Sep 18, 20242 min read


Managing Stress Through Life’s Losses
Loss can take many forms. While the death of a loved one is often the most recognized type of loss, people also experience grief through changes such as the end of a relationship, loss of a job, health challenges, or major life transitions. Any significant change can bring emotional stress, uncertainty, and a sense of imbalance. When we experience loss, our minds and bodies naturally respond. Stress may show up as anxiety, difficulty sleeping, irritability, or feeling overwhe
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Sep 18, 20241 min read


Have You Ever Heard of PGD?
Grief is a natural response to loss. For many people, grief gradually softens over time as they learn to adjust to life without their loved one. However, for some individuals, the pain of loss remains intense and persistent, making it difficult to move forward with daily life. This experience may be related to Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD). Prolonged Grief Disorder is a mental health condition recognized in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR)
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Sep 18, 20242 min read
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