My son died on 26th December 2021. He was only 34 years old. He had been ill for a number of years. I knew the end was coming, but nothing really prepared me for the feeling of loss. My heart actually aches. I feel like I will never recover from this.
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Dear @Anne5
Welcome to the Community. I am sorry to hear of the loss of your son. No parent should have to attend their child’s funeral.
Sue Ryder here offers support and advice on bereavement. I would also like to direct you to Child Bereavement UK and The Compassionate Friends. Both organisations offer support for families who have lost a child of any age.
On this forum you can connect with members under the topic Losing a child who have experienced what you are going through.
Please continue to reach out and take care.
Pepsi
Thank you Pepsi, I will look into this.
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You are welcome @Anne5. Please do not feel you are alone. We are here for you always. Please take care of yourself.
Pepsi
Hi @Anne5 I think these lovely ladies and gentlemen will be able to help support you 
, p.s hi all thinking of you all and sending lots of love I hope you don’t mind xxx
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Thank you Lorraine. I do feel that this will help me.
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Hi Anne I have private messaged you also xx
Hello Anne. So sorry for you loss. Never in anyone’s thoughts would you think about loosing your child. The pain you feel is real. I have lost 2 boys at 4yrs of age within 7 years Of each other. The pain will eventually slow down’ talking crying for any or no reason is absolutely normal and so necessary for the grieving process to begin. Please try and talk there are lots of people here going something I wish on no one . Always here if you need to shout talk or just need a talk. Thinking of you and everyone one who needs this safe and understanding place. Ian.c. x
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Thank you Ian123, sorry for the loss of your boys.
I haven’t really cried much this week. I have tried to stay positive. I know I have to carry on for the rest of my loved ones. I have been busy trying to arrange tributes for my son. I wanted to have a tattoo, but gp said no as I’m on warfarin.
Have to listen to the GP. I work in the NHS with specialist paramedics. Staying positive is a wonderful way of coping. Keeping busy even mundane things help. Maybe buy a small tree or a Bush to plant rather than a tattoo my small tree I bought for my 1st son after he passed is now a blossoming large cherry tree. Although I did have a tattoo. Take care of your self and the rest of your loved ones. Ian.c
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