It can be difficult to know how to say happy Mothers Day to a grieving mom. You may feel like you need to say something, but be unsure of what would be helpful or appropriate. Here are some ideas you can celebrate this mother and show your support on Mother’s Day.
Are you looking for a way to show your support to a grieving mother this Mother’s Day?
Even though it may be difficult, it is important to find ways to celebrate and support bereaved mothers who have experienced a loss of a child.
There are many selfless ways you can support them and help them feel loved and appreciated on this special day.
Here are 10 ideas of how you can show your support and love for grieving moms this Mother’s Day.
Each one of these suggestions is sure to bring comfort and happiness to her on this difficult day.
10 Selfless Ways To Support A Grieving Mother On Mother’s Day
1) Talk About Her Child
Say her child’s name.
Talk about the wonderful moments you shared with him or her.
Reminiscing about happy times is a great way to show your support and love for grieving mothers.
They don’t want their child to be forgotten.
It will help her feel connected to her child and remind her of all the happy memories they shared together.
2) Listen To Her
A newly bereaved mother may want to talk about her child and her feelings.
It is important to listen to her and be there for her.
Sometimes just being a good listener is the best way to show your support.
3) Give Her A Hug
A simple hug can say so much.
It can show that you care and are there for her.
A hug can be very comforting for a grieving mother.
4) Bring Her Flowers Or A Gift
You could bring her flowers or a special gift.
It doesn’t have to be anything big or expensive.
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Just something to show her that you are thinking of her and want to make her happy.
5) Take Her Out For Lunch Or Dinner
Spending time with a grieving mother is a great way to show your support.
You could take her out for lunch or dinner.
It would be a nice opportunity for you to talk and spend time together.
6) Make A Donation In Her Child’s Name
You could make a donation in her child’s name to a charity of her choice.
This is a thoughtful way to show your support and remember her child.
7) Help Out Around The House
If the grieving mother is a close friend or family member, you could help out around the house.
You could do some chores for her or run some errands.
If she has other children, offer to watch them for a day so she can have some time to herself.
This would be a great way to show you care and want to help her out.
8) Send Her A Card Or A Note
You could send her a card or a handwritten note.
In the card, you could write a special message letting her know that you are thinking of her and supporting her.
9) Give Her Space
It is important to give a grieving mother space if she needs it.
Respect her wishes and give her the time she needs to heal and think of her baby.
10) Check In On Her From Time To Time
Even if you can’t be there with her, you could check in on her from time to time.
You could give her a call or send her a text message just to see how she is doing.
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This would be a great way to show that you care about her and are there for her.
Mothers who have experienced the loss of a child need extra support and love on Mother’s Day.
There are many selfless ways you can show your support for them.
By following these suggestions, you are sure to bring comfort and create a happy Mothers Day to a grieving mom.
What Do You Say To A Grieving Mother On Mother’s Day?
It can be a difficult task to find the right words to say to a grieving mother on Mother’s Day.
Whether you have lost your own mother, lost a child, or you are worried about a friend who has lost hers, it can be agonizing to even think about Mother’s Day without thinking of all the warmth and love that comes with this special day.
At times like these, it is important to remember that there are no wrong or right words.
What matters most is that the grieving mother feels supported and cared for during this difficult time.
If you want to offer your condolences, then some words of comfort and support might work well.
Here are a few simple words of condolence you can offer to the bereaved mother.
“I am so sorry for your loss. I know this is a difficult time for you, and I want you to know that I am here for you.”
“Your mother was an amazing woman, and I know she will be greatly missed. I will be keeping you in my thoughts.”
“You are an amazing mom to ALL of your children. I know your heart is with the child you lost, and your surviving children are so blessed to have you as their mother.”
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“I can’t imagine how difficult this must be for you. Please know that I am here for you if you need anything at all.”
On this Mother’s Day, I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and sending my love.
“Happy Mother’s Day to the most amazing mother I know. You are in my thoughts today and always.”
Or if you would rather stay silent and offer an embrace instead, then that can be just as meaningful.
Whatever your approach, know that whatever you say or do will be appreciated by the grieving mother on Mother’s Day.
Just remember that your words and actions have the potential to make a real difference in the life of someone who needs your kindness and compassion most of all.
How Do You Say Happy Mother’s Day To Someone Who Has Lost A Child?
There are no easy answers when it comes to expressing condolences to a mother who has recently suffered the heartbreaking loss of her child.
With sympathy, compassion, and sensitivity, you can help to ease her suffering, even if only a little bit.
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Some possible ways to honor this special occasion could include sending a thoughtful card or note expressing your condolences, offering to help out in any way that you can, or simply reaching out with words of support and comfort.
No matter how you choose to express it, make sure to acknowledge that this day must be especially tough for her given the circumstances.
As long as you keep these things in mind and approach the situation with compassion and understanding, you can offer heartfelt sympathy on Mother’s Day to anyone struggling with the loss of a child.
Bereaved Mother’s Day Quotes
“I forgot to read the fine print, when I signed up to be your mom. I thought it would be hugs and smiles and quite a lot of fun. I didn’t see the bit that read of pain, loss, grief, and despair. I didn’t know that you’d be gone, and that life would be unfair. But I am still your mother, I will be everyday. If I had read the fine print, I would have signed up anyway.”
Karen Prisco
My broken heart joins all mothers on this very difficult day. If you have other children may the words come softly, as your grief reminds you that the voice you long for is too distant to hear, for now. May you be surrounded with people who will love you through it.”
Sherrie Cassel
“The strongest person in the world is a grieving mother who wakes up and keeps going every morning.”
Tara Watkins Anderson
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“Her absence is like the sky, spread over everything.”
C.S. Lewis
“Grief and love are conjoined, you don’t get one without the other. All I can do is love her, and love the world, emulate her by living with daring and spirit and joy.”
Jandy Nelson
“I sometimes struggle to say, “Lord, give me this mountain.” But I know that I need to accept that God knows how to best prepare us for the earthly experiences that bring us closer to Him.”
CJ Edgar
“Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy.”
Eskimo Saying
“Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity.”
Terri Guillemets
“My mother is a never ending song in my heart of comfort, happiness and being. I may sometimes forget the words but I always remember the tune.”
Graycie Harmon
“Grief is the natural by-product of love. One cannot selflessly love another person and not grieve at his suffering or eventual death. The only way to avoid the grief would be to not experience the love; and it is love that gives life its richness and meaning.”
Lance Wickman
“Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality.”
Emily Dickinson
“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.”
Mahatma Gandhi
“What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us.”
Helen Keller
“Grief can change our nature if we let it turn us to the Savior.”
Ashley Wooley
“If I had a flower for every time I thought of you…I could walk in my own garden forever.”
Alfred Jennyon
“A mother’s love is always with her children. Losing a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, her caring, and her wisdom live on-like a legacy of love that will always be with you. May that love surround you now and bring you peace.”
Unknown
“When our days become dreary with low hovering clouds and our nights become darker than a thousand midnights, let us remember that … [God] is able to make a way out of no way, and transform dark yesterdays into bright tomorrows.”
Martin Luther King Jr.
“Mother’s hold their children’s hands for a while, but their hearts forever.”
Unknown
“I truly never learned what the words ‘I miss you’ were until I reached for my mom’s hand and it wasn’t there.”
Unknown
“In life, we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, no one else will ever fill.”
Unknown
“The world changes from year to year, our lives from day to day, but the love and memory of you, shall never pass away.”
Unknown
“I wish to speak particularly to you who feel your lives are broken, seemingly beyond repair. To all such I offer the surest and sweetest remedy that I know. It is found in the clarion call the Savior of the world Himself gave … Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.’”
Jeffrey Holland
“Mothers never really die, they just keep the house up in the sky, They polish the sun by day and light the stars that shine at night, keep the moonbeams silvery bright and in the heavenly home above they wait to welcome those they love.”
Unknown
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed, and held so dear.”
Unknown
Motherhood is a challenging, wonderful journey.
For those of us who have experienced the loss of a mother or child, the pain can be unbearable.
But on this day, we remember all that our loved ones gave to us and we honor their memory.
If you are grieving today, know that you are not alone.
We send you our love and support in this difficult time.
Please share this post with your friends on social media to let them know that they are not alone either.
Together we can find strength in the memories of our loved ones.
Micah Klug is a wife, homeschooling mother to five children, and author. She teaches time-tested solutions to help parents remember what matters most in life, including strengthening their home, faith, and family relationships. To learn how a child who grew up in an authoritarian home is now creating an environment of peace and joy in her own home visit this page. If you want to contact Micah, send her an email here or email [email protected].
