02/05/2022
Yesterday, May 1st was International Bereaved Mother’s day. Every year on the first Sunday in May international Bereaved Mother’s Day honors mothers who have lost a child.
According to psychologists, losing a child is one of the worst traumas a human being can experience. It defies our expectations of the natural order of things .When a child dies, a mother loses a piece of her own heart. Not only that, she loses all that she looked forward to in seeing that child fulfill their potential.
According to studies, mothers who lose children are more likely to suffer from physical and mental health issues. If the grief is unresolved, it could increase the risk of serious physicla illness, and even mortality.
Parental grief has been recognized as more intense and longer lasting than other types of grief
For these reasons, it’s imperative that mothers that have lost children seek help. Joining a support group with other bereaved mothers can be especially helpful. A bereaved mother will never again be able to hold that child in their arms. But they will forever hold that child in their heart.
International Bereaved Mother’s day was started by Carlie Marie Dudley in 2010. She started the day in honor of her stillborn son, Christian. Carlie is from Australia. Since its inception, the day has helped bereaved mothers around the world connect, heal, and find hope for their future.
Thinking of every Mom in pain this week. We honor your child with you💕
If you know a bereaved mom send her some extra love this weeek, especially next sunday on Mother’s day. 💕🙏🏾