Death, guilt and grieving, why?

This episode is the second in a four-part series of podcasts leading up to Mother's day in which we discuss the role of guilt in grief. There are different types of guilt. A grieving mother may feel guilty because they believed they caused the death of their child or they may feel guilty because they feel they did not fulfill the role of being a good mother. As women, we are socialized as all mighty and the protector of our children. When we fail in our eyes in this role we judge ourselves. It is important that grieving mother understand their early childhood experiences and other traumatic experiences that contribute to their feelings of guilt. Once these experiences are understood in the context of their life the guilt can be managed. This episode discusses the role of acceptance of death and accepting that as grieving mothers we were powerless in the death of children. Listen in as Cristi shares her story and encourages others on their journey to coping with grief. 

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