#182 Surviving Summer After Child Loss: 5 Faith-Based Steps to Handle Grief, Triggers, and Family Vacations

Summer doesn't feel the same when your child is no longer by your side. Family vacations, cookouts, and beach days can become painful reminders of what you've lost. In this episode, Teresa shares 5 honest, faith-filled steps to help grieving moms navigate vacation season with grace, courage, and sacred intention. Whether you’re facing your first summer or your fifth, this episode will help you breathe again, prepare for what’s ahead, and find moments of peace that gently hold your sorrow. 📍 Inside This Episode: Why summer can feel especially brutal after child loss How to prepare for emotional ambushes (a.k.a. triggers) What to say when others expect more than you can give A simple yet sacred way to honor your child on vacation The hope that this ache won’t always feel so sharp _________________________________________________________________   MEMORIAL DAY SALE: EXTENDED-BOOK HERE Was this episode a lifeline for you? 💛 Leave a Review If this episode comforted you or gave you hope, would you leave a written review? Your words help other grieving moms find this podcast on the days they need it most. → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Grief Mentor Resources: Seven Free Ways The Grief Mentor Can Support You: Free Grief Survival Guide – The exact steps I used to keep me alive in that first year. Download your free copy at The Grief Mentor Website(scroll to the bottom of the page). Free Grief Masterclass – A two-day event packed with tools to help you navigate grief, available on my website. The Grief Mentor Website Need access to Day 2? Reach out, and I’ll send it to you! Teresa’s Grief Worship Playlist – Music is hard, I get it. But this playlist gave me courage for tomorrow and confidence for the future. Find it at the bottom of my homepage or reach out if you need the direct link. Weekly Newsletter – Encouragement straight to your inbox every Tuesday with exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and links to both podcast episodes. Become A Grief Mentor Insider Coming Soon: The Grief Mentor Blog – A new way to support you with faith-filled encouragement in your grief journey. Monthly Support Group – A safe space where we say our children’s names, share our stories, and find hope together. Next meeting: June 26th, 2025 Join The Support Group The Grief Mentor Podcast-Released twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Going Deeper Going Deeper: 1-on-1 Grief Mentor Sessions MEMORIAL DAY SALE: DISCOUNTED GRIEF MENTOR SESSION Maybe you’ve realized that living without your child is harder than you ever imagined. If you need deeper support, come sit with me, friend. This isn’t a casual meet-and-greet—it’s an intentional, Spirit-led time where I pray over you before we even speak. If you’re ready for that kind of support, book a Grief Mentor Session. August 2025 Grief Roadmap Mentorship This 12-week mentorship is designed for those ready to absorb faith-based content and process grief in a community handpicked by the Holy Spirit. If your are considering joining us Add your name on the list now—no obligation, just first priority when doors open. XOXO Teresa-Your Grief Mentor 🔗 Join the Free Support Group:The Grief Mentor Support 💙 Book a Grief Mentor Session: Grief Mentor Session ✅ Join the Grief Roadmap Waitlist: The Grief Roadmap