THE GRIEF NO ONE TALKS ABOUT IN MOTHERHOOD: HOW TO HOLD LOVE AND LETTING GO

Episode 43: The Grief No One Talks About in Motherhood: How to Hold Love and Letting Go Some of the most beautiful moments in motherhood are also the ones that quietly break your heart... In this episode, I’m opening up about a side of motherhood we don’t talk about nearly enough—the tension of loving our children deeply while grieving the fact that these are the days we'll never get back. From the baby phase to every milestone along the way, it signifies the changing seasons which are joyful but also carry a sense of loss. I share personally from an experience I recently had with my daughter- watching her hit milestones, feeling so proud and overjoyed yet feeling my heart breaking at the same time. I describe it like walking a tightrope between love and grief, and trying to balance the tension without falling. We can get stuck in the grief or, blow right past it, rushing hard seasons, so focused on the next milestone or just 'getting through' the one you're in. But we miss it then, don't we? Hindsight is always 20/20 and I know, we don't want to look back wishing we'd slowed down long enough to appreciate what feels hard in the moment. We’ll also talk about having faith in the grief, gratitude as we let go, embracing the season you're in and more. In this episode, you'll discover: The significance of milestones and the deeper meaning How to hold the tension of love and grief as moms without shame or denial What letting go highlights in our faith and own journeys A simple perspective shift that can help you stay present and cherish this season Whether you're raising toddlers, navigating adolescence, or watching your children become more independent teenagers, this conversation will remind you that you're not alone in the tension of love and letting go. If this episode spoke to you, please leave a review and share it with a friend. This tension between love and grief is so real, and sometimes we simply need the reminder that we're not the only ones walking the tightrope.  Connect with me: Instagram: @thetheresatodd Facebook: @thetheresatodd Website: www.thetheresatodd.com