The holidays can feel like a spotlight on everything that’s missing. When you’re grieving your baby, the world’s push toward joy and celebration can feel painfully out of sync with the reality of your heart.

If this season feels heavy, confusing, or impossible… you’re not alone. Here’s a guide with some things that have helped me.

Dear Talitha,

You – sweet girl gave us the gift of hope and a surprise pregnancy. The kind I had always dreamed of. These past months of carrying you inside of me have been the greatest joy. I have spent a lifetime dreaming of pregnancy and you gave me that gift….