Paula was my daughter, 39 years old, my best friend,was sickly for a few days, doctor says " take paracetamol and rest, sounds like flu, she died that night, left 3 beautiful sons and a granddaughter,
Her granddaughter took her first steps today, crushed me she wasn’t here to see it. Missed her youngest going to high school too, every thing is making me cry.
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Hello @Iainb1964 ,
I can see that you’re new to the community. I hope you find it to be a support to you, but I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter that brings you here.
You say you are feeling crushed as your daughter is missing from her children’s and granddaughter’s lives and key moments, that is truly devastating for you and her loss such a sudden shock. I wanted to share some sources of support that might help you right now.
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Child Bereavement UK support families with the loss of a child. They also support bereaved children. You can call their helpline on 0800 02 888 40.
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The Compassionate Friends support families who have lost a child of any age. They have a grief companion scheme where you can get 1-1 support from another bereaved parent. You can call them on 0345 123 2304.
Sue Ryder also has some resources which can help you cope with grief.
- Our Grief Guide self-help platform which has information, resources and advice to help you through your grief
- Our Grief Coach text service, which sends you personalised text support via SMS
- Our free Online Bereavement Counselling which is held via video chat
- Our Bereavement Information pages which can walk you through what you are going through.
Thank you again for sharing – please keep reaching out and know that you are not alone.
Take care,
Alex
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The shock is huge, isn’t it. I hope you get some answers as to why and what happened. My Son was 30 and my best friend too, his baby daughter was born 2 weeks ago & his 2 year old son is now saying every word. It’s so difficult that I’m here seeing this and he isn’t. I get the pain you are in. Sorry we are here.