In this episode of Nightclubs to Nightfeeds, we’re joined by LMFT therapist April Mayorga for a raw and deeply needed conversation about navigating grief while parenting.
We talk about what it really looks like to lose someone while raising little ones—and how easy it is to box up your grief just to get through the day. April walks us through the difference between sudden loss and anticipatory grief, and shares gentle, practical tools for when you feel ready to start processing.
We also get into how to support loved ones who are grieving (and how to let yourself be supported), what happens when you don’t process your grief, and how to communicate loss to both toddlers and older kids in ways that feel honest but safe.
From labeling emotions to leaning on your partner and navigating anxiety around loss, this episode is for any parent trying to carry grief while still showing up every day.
Time stamps:
:20- 1:50: Introducing April Mayorga
1:51-6:46: Losing someone while parenting
6:47-12:41: Boxing in your grief
12:42-17:37: Sudden Loss
17:38-21:05 Helpful tools when you're ready
21:06-24:29 Those close to you experiencing grief
24:30-26:06: Not processing?
26:07-27:50: Communicating loss to your toddler
27:51-33:20: Labeling + processing your grief
33:22-37:20: Partner support through grief
37:21-40:04: Losing a parent to grief?
40:05-43:02: Anxiety/ Fear of loss
43:03-50:50: Talking to an older child about loss
50:51-55:50: Friends supporting you + Non-neogotiables
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