Hadn’t realised I posted this on #bereavedmothersday - a very appropriate fundraiser 💔

New blog! #bereavedmothersday
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“What keeps me going is knowing that the work I’m doing each day with @MomsDemand and @Everytown for Gun Safety is changing lives and saving lives.” This #BereavedMothersDay, share Stephanie's story.

Moments That Survive: Christy On March 2, 2020, my life was changed forever. My only son, Wyland, was shot and killed by his father.

Christy’s 10-year-old son, Wyland, was shot and killed by his father in 2020, who had an active restraining order at the time.

“I hope that sharing my struggles, along with many fond memories of my sweet angel, will help people fight for the safety of children.” #BereavedMothersDay

Hoping this Bereaved Mother’s Day is being gentle on all. 💜
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Hoping this Bereaved Mother’s Day is being gentle on all. 💜
#pregnancyandinfantloss #PAIL #BereavedMothersDay #May4th

Today is Bereaved Mother’s Day — a day to honor and hold space for mothers who carry love and loss together.

You are seen. You are held. You are not alone. 💙

#BereavedMothersDay #StillAMom #GriefAndLove

To all the Mothers out there who have lost their child, we wish you a gentle #bereavedmothersday

Moments That Survive: Jenny On Friday, November 20,1992, I would get a call from the Sheriff’s Office saying "Amy was in an accident". I asked if she had been in her car, and he said no, she’d been shot.

“Burying your child is something that parents should never face.”

Jenny’s world was shattered when her daughter, Amy, was fatally shot by a man who was angry at her for encouraging his girlfriend to leave that abusive relationship.

This #BereavedMothersDay, share Jenny’s story.

🌸 May 4th is International Bereaved Mother's Day 🌸
Today we hold space for mothers whose hearts hold stories of loss, love, and remembrance. Your strength inspires us, and your journey matters.
#BereavedMothersDay #HealingJourney #ThePhoenixCounselingCenter

A month ago, I said goodbye to the mother I’d just met and got on a plane and flew home knowing that she is the mother that always cared about me, thought about me, looked for me, and loved me. That’s what makes a true mother.
#adoptee #adopteereunion #bereavedmothersday

#Bereavedmothersday is observed the Sunday before Mother’s Day to hold that sacred space for all the moms that had to give one back. Wishing you a day of gentleness and peace.Today I left flowers for my boy, who should be here on the earthly plane spreading the light and joy he brought to everyone.

There needs to be a reckoning for all the women that were told to give their child up for adoption because the child would be ‘better off’ without them. These moms deserved to have support to care for their child not manipulated/coerced into giving them up. #bereavedmothersday

Moments that Survive: Tisa On November 30, 2015, my life changed forever when my 23-year-old son and only child was murdered due to senseless gun violence in Summerville, SC.

Tisa’s life was forever changed when her only child, Tyrell, was shot and killed. She created a nonprofit organization, We Are Their Voices, to honor Tyrell and others who have lost their lives to senseless gun violence.

Share Tisa’s story this #BereavedMothersDay.

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Why are adoptees speaking out? Because no one stood up for our moms but we will now. #bereavedmothersday #adoptiontrauma

Moments that Survive: Sharmaine I became a survivor on July 11, 2015 when my only son Jared Brown was killed by a stray bullet by someone that should have never had his hands on a gun.

Sharmaine’s life was forever changed when her only son, Jared, was shot and killed by a stray bullet from someone who shouldn’t have had access to a gun. He died two weeks before his 24th birthday.

This #BereavedMothersDay, share Sharmaine’s story.

On this day, we recognize Bereaved Mother's Day to all moms missing a child that lives on in her heart 💙... may their memories be a blessing... #bereavedmothersday

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Moments That Survive: Diana Her name is Esscence T. Christal. She is not just a number.

On November 25, 2011, Diana and her 21-year-old daughter, Amy, enjoyed Thanksgiving dinner with their extended family. The following day, Amy was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting.

This #BereavedMothersDay, honor mothers whose children have been stolen by gun violence by sharing her story.

Not every mother gets to parent the way she hoped. Some gave birth and said goodbye. Some never got to meet the baby they named. Grief does not fade. Love does not end. If you are a bereaved mother, your motherhood is real. It does not need proof.

#BereavedMothersDay

Today is Bereaved Mothers Day.

For all those mums who have lost their baby or child.

#BereavedMothersDay

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My heart breaks for Maya and every single mother who is grieving for the loss of their child today and every day. 🧡🧡 #BereavedMothersDay

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Join me on May 4th - Bereaved Mother’s Day. No registration required. #PregnancyAndInfantLoss #BereavedMothersDay #Grief

Moments That Survive: Tara My son, Quamel J. Anderson, was 28 years old when he was killed by gun violence a few blocks from his home in the Bronx.

If you ever get tired of fighting against gun violence, take a moment to check out this website.

Moments That Survive offers those who have experienced gun violence a platform to share their story in their own words.

#BereavedMothersDay #gunvilence #guns #murdered