Het verhaal van Chiel

How do you move on after the loss of your child… and your wife? | Chiel’s Story Sometimes the loss is so profound that words fail. In this poignant video story, Chiel shares the story of his son Fabe, their second child who was stillborn. He takes you into the silence surrounding his birth and the sense of loss that lingered afterward. An honest and personal story about what the loss of a child does to you. The story also shows how deeply grief can impact you. Chiel’s wife, Maureen, struggled intensely with the loss. Feelings of guilt and sorrow grew heavier and heavier, until the pain eventually became unbearable for her. She died by suicide. With this story, we want to make visible how profound the loss of a child is and how important it is to continue to see and support parents in their grief. Especially in the long term. We hope this contributes to more understanding, openness, and conversation about grief and mental health. Are you thinking about suicide or are you worried about someone? Call 113 or chat via 113.nl. You are not alone.