25. How Child Loss Changed This Pediatrician’s Life and Medical Practice
In this powerful episode, Lisa is joined by Dr. Marcy Larson, a pediatrician and bereaved mom, who shares her journey following the tragic death of her son Andy.
In our conversation, she opens up about how her experience of loss has shaped the way she practices medicine, how she supports other grieving families, and how she continues to navigate emotionally difficult days like Mother’s Day.
This episode is full of heartfelt insights on grief, resilience, and healing.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How child loss transformed Marcy’s personal and professional lifeThe unique perspective of a physician navigating her own griefWhy Mother’s Day is so complex for grieving moms—and how she copesHow the Always Andy’s Mom podcast became a healing tool for Marcy and othersThe long-term impact of loss and how it reshapes identity and purposeWhat grieving parents most need from others—and what to avoid🌿 Resources & Links:
🎙️ Marcy's website: https://www.alwaysandysmom.com
📲 Connect with Lisa:
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Grief & Child Loss Support for Moms (formerly The Angel Moms Podcast) | Coping with & Surviving the Loss of a Child | Hope & Healing for Grieving Moms | Death of a Child | Moving Forward After Child Loss | Bereaved Mothers
The Grief & Child Loss Support podcast offers grief support, hope, and healing for bereaved mothers navigating life after the loss of a child. Hosted by Lisa K. Boehm, a grief educator, author, mentor, and bereaved mom, this podcast offers heartfelt support, practical tools, and expert guidance to help you carry your grief and find meaning as you move forward.
With hope, guidance, and connection at its core, this podcast was created to support you on your grief journey. Through personal stories, guest interviews, and insights from grief experts, you’ll discover ways to find peace, honour your child's legacy, and rebuild your life after loss.
Lisa draws on her personal experience as a bereaved mom and the knowledge gained from her training with David Kessler to provide practical advice and emotional support.
If you find yourself asking these questions, this podcast is for you:
* Will I ever feel normal again?
* How can I go on without my child?
* Is my grief normal?
* Will I ever stop feeling this pain?
* How do I help my other children cope with the loss?
* How should I handle people who don't understand my grief?
* How do I survive the milestones without my child?
* Am I betraying my child by finding joy or happiness again?
Subscribe to the Grief & Child Loss Support podcast for ongoing encouragement, hope, and connection as you navigate the complex road of child loss.
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