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Scenario

How parental identity survives the death of your child

My daughter died in a car accident two years ago and people keep telling me I'm still a mother but I don't know what that means anymore.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The permanence of parental identity persists beyond the physical presence of the child, requiring redefinition of the role.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Parental identity — becoming and losing?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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