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Grieving on special occasions
Many people find important dates and special occasions, like anniversaries, birthdays or Christmas hard when they're grieving. Here we share some guidance and tips from our bereavement team to help you.
I’ve realised it’s ok to be sad on Laura’s birthday or on the anniversary or any other day.
Whether it’s your first Christmas without a loved one, or you’ve been missing them for years, get tips and advice to help you cope with your grief and sadness.
Facing Valentine’s Day after the death of your partner can be a painful reminder of what's changed. Find advice on how to cope with the day without the person you love by your side.
Whether you’re missing your mum, or you had a more difficult relationship, Mother’s Day and the lead up to it can trigger many different emotions if your mum has died.
Whether you’re missing your dad, or you’re dealing with complicated feelings after his death, we have advice to help you cope with grief during this time.
If you need to cancel or change plans give yourself permission to do that and don't be afraid of being honest with people.
For someone who is grieving, the new year can sometimes act as an unwelcome reminder of what has changed in life. It can bring about feelings of sadness, jealousy or anger, and these emotions can often be heightened by the positive outlook pushed by society at the start of the year.
Sending a bereavement card is one of the first things we think about doing when we know that someone has died. But so many of us struggle with finding the right words to say when we write it.
