Many people fear mentioning a child who has died, especially at Christmas. From a parent’s lived experience, this piece explains why saying a child’s name doesn’t cause pain—it honours love. With simple, compassionate examples of what to say (and what silence can cost), this article offers gentle guidance for supporting grieving parents during the holidays.

Losing a child changes you forever. This honest post breaks down the biggest misconceptions about grief after child loss—why it never ends, why talking helps, and how strength looks different in grief. Written by a father who lost his daughter to suicide, it’s a powerful reflection on love, memory, and living forward with purpose.