16 | How to Cope with Your Dead Child’s Birthday

Birthdays after child loss are some of the most painful days a bereaved mother faces. In this deeply personal episode of Loud About Loss, Becky shares how she prepares for her daughter Gracie’s birthday—and the emotional weight that comes with it.

If you’re wondering how to survive your baby’s birthday when they’re no longer here, this episode is for you. From feeling the pressure to "celebrate" to deciding how (or if) to gather with others, Becky walks you through real, raw, faith-filled ways to navigate milestone days after infant loss, stillbirth, or miscarriage.

You’ll hear:

✅Why grief anniversaries hit so hard—even years later

✅Practical, gentle ways to honor your child’s birthday

✅What the Bible says about mourning and remembrance

✅How to include your living children in the day without guilt

Encouragement to feel everything without shame

This episode is a safe place for grieving Christian moms who want to honor their baby, be honest about the pain, and still live a meaningful life.

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Cakes From Grace's Instagram (check out Gracie's past birthday cakes!