This weekend, Sunday, May 4^th marks the annual commemoration of International Bereaved Mother’s Day, honoring mothers who have lost a child. It is also a day to recognize women who cannot be a mother due to infertility or other health reasons.  The loss of a child is painful for both parents, however there are unique grief concerns for moms related to the physical connection between a mother and child.  A mother is the first to know a child as she carries it in her womb and for every person, our mom is the first person we know. This bond is present in no other human relationship.

Here are some ways to support a grieving mom as we approach Mother’s Day:

•     Listen lovingly and often.
•      Ask about their child lovingly and often.
•     Send them a bouquet of flowers for International Bereaved Mother’s Day.  (5/4/25)
•     Send them a letter detailing the wonderful things you remember about their child, include a picture if you have one.
•      Take them out for a long walk, a special lunch or engage in their favorite activity with them.
•      Ask them what most honors their motherhood and make it happen!
•      Introduce them to Rosemerry Trommer Wahtola’s poetry which is deeply connected to the loss of her child.
•      Make a donation or perform a special act of remembrance in honor of their child.

Whatever you choose to do to support a grieving mom, know that what matters most is the support and love that come with remembering them and their child around Mother’s Day.  The failure to remember and honor a mother who has lost a child adds additional pain to an already heartbreaking situation.

Tara Nash is a spiritual psychologist and conscious grief guide located in the UK. For international bereaved mother’s day she is offering a gentle breathwork, stretching and sharing circle this Sunday at 6pm UK time. Sharing is optional but encouraged. She believes in the power of connection and having grief witnessed, further she states: “We are all teachers for one another, in community we help one another heal.” Here is a link to register:

Online Yoga & Breathwork Classes

To all Bereaved moms reading this post, know that we at Miles Funeral Home remember, honor and share in your loss. Please reach out to us and ask for what your grieving heart needs during the heartrending days surrounding Mother’s Day.