I’m 34 weeks pregnant and im very quickly losing my nan, she spent a lot of time taking care of me when my family couldn’t and I don’t know how to cope and keep it as calm as possible as I don’t want it to cause any complications with my preganancy
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A bridge? For her and your baby? And you. What kind of bridge. Made of love of course.
I just want to know how I can grieve safely without letting myself go too much, I don’t want it to cause harm to my baby whilst im still preganant
Hi @summerxoxo
It’s difficult for you I’m so sorry. I think if it were me I would try to make sure I look after myself physically - make sure to attend medical appointments, eat and drink regularly, get as much sleep as possible etc. If you are worried about how you are coping then contact your GP so they can put you in touch with some support. I don’t know if this will help but I know someone who was pregnant when her mother was near the end of her life with cancer and this person went on to have a healthy baby. Take care xx
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Hi @summerxoxo
Just had another thought. Maybe if you feel able you could practice some mindfulness or relaxation techniques. You can probably get information about these online. Sorry have no links at the moment. But an easy one I do is lie on the bed with curtains drawn and listen for the sounds of the birds outside. Just focus solely on the birds singing and block out all thoughts if possible. Try to do this for as long as you can. Take care 
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I was pregnant with my second baby when my grandma who I was very close to . Was very ill and died 3 weeks before my baby was born . I delivered a very healthy boy who is now 43 . And has been a great support to me since my husband died suddenly 4 months ago
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Some nurses recommended to me self massage and hot blankets till you sweat and Sip Water keep water around even wipe yourself with water. I got a wicking tee and headband and soaked them with water and wrapped in a blanket. As an EMT this is a verified clinical helper for shock.
For me that would be very upsetting my partner and I would sit on the patio in summer doing just that. He’s been gone five months now. I don’t even know if I ll use the garden this summer. Not much fun sitting there alone. That said, if mindfulness works for some then fair enough. I’m just not ready for that.
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Hi @Norma1
I’m so sorry you are going through this. I can’t imagine how hard it is to lose your husband. I hope my post hasn’t caused you any upset. Mindfulness is not for everyone as you said. Take care 
Please don’t worry that I might be upset. I’m not, and I realise that you suggested it with the best of intentions. I’m five months into my partner’s sudden death and my thoughts are still not very rational most of the time. I almost had a meltdown in Morrisons earlier because of apple turnovers, which I used to buy for us as a treat sometimes. I just thought we’ll never share them again. Tears in my eyes all round the shop. Glad to be back home now. I thought I was doing a bit better but grief lies in wait and ambushes you when you least expect it. May we find peace.
Hi Norma
I’m sorry you were upset in the shop. It must be so difficult. I really hope you manage to have a peaceful evening. Take care of yourself as best as you can xx
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Thank you, you too.
Hi there, first time here not sure what to say. I have struggled with anxiety and depression more than half my life ( 22 years old ). I recently lost some one I’ve known for 22 years who’s been there though thick and thin who I would call a second mother. From the out side people know her as my neighbour but what they dont know is that she was everything to me she held me when I was sick Comforted me when I was sad had her shoulder ready for me to cry on and laughed with me when I was happy or sad just to make me smile. I saw her on a Thursday and by Friday I went out to see my nan by 5 o clock I got a call she was dying. And when I started crying and rushing to leave my blood family said y are you upset. Its not like she’s gone and they made snarky comments for 30 minutes before I could leave. She died 3 or 4 days later I dont think I slept more than 8 hours through those 4 days. Sorry I guess I had alot to say.