My daughter has died

Such a recent tragedy for you; no wonder you are feeling knocked sideways still. My lovely brother took his own life just over 30 years ago, and I still think of him every day. For a parent, especially a mother it is SO hard and seems utterly wrong that your child should die before you. Be kind and gentle with yourself and don't expect yourself to move on; she will always be part of you and your family. The pain WILL start to soften a little eventually, but meanwhile turn to counsellors, friends, your other children and family to talk, cry, remember, love. xxx

Sending you my love. A year is no time and you must still feel very raw. You know you did all you possibly could for your darling girl.

Tigerpaws a year is is no time at all, things will be still so raw.
You did all you coukd to help your girl. I am so very sorry.
Sending a gentle hug xx

Annie for you too. xx

I'm so sorry. It's every parent's worst nightmare. I wish I had words to say something comforting but I doubt that's possible. All I can say is keep.on keeping on. Trite, but wish my very best wishes.

I'm very sorry for your loss. Just know that there is help and support out there, and there are many people on here who will always offer a caring, compassionate ear.

So sorry, Tigerpaws. It must still be so raw.
Just sending you love, really, and hoping that posting on here can help you to take a tiny step forward.

So sorry, Tigerpaws57.

Tigerpaws my darling Catherine took her life 6 years ago, she
had developed a mental illness. My husband died after only 8
years of marriage, anniversary today , I thought that was pain,
so wrong. Take one day at a time, I didn’t have any support,I
reached out here, so much support and caring.

There are others here who know our pain, they too will be here
for you xxxx

I have no words of wisdom for you unfortunately. I can only offer my deepest sympathy. I know of two GN’s who lost children to suicide. One is no longer with us but Annie is and maybe she can help you with advice on coping with your loss

So sorry you and your family are going through this I’m sure Anniebach will be able to help you. She is going through the same heartache

This happened when my eldest brother took his own life and my dad said the only thing that kept him going was my other brothers and me. You will get through this - take one day, slowly, at a time. X

Really sorry to read this Tigerpaws. Mental health is very often misunderstood and some people have more sympathy if it is just a health issue itself.

A year has passed and that really is a short time. I think it’s perfectly normal for you to feel like this. Are there any support groups for family of suicide victims in your area? Or would you consider bereavement counselling?

Sending kind thoughts to you and your family. X

I don’t have any wisdom or experience to offer, Tigerpaws but I am so sorry you lost your dear daughter. There are many compassionate people on Gransnet and I am sure they will be along soon to offer support. X

This is so sad sending a big hug your way 🫶🏼
anniebach will understand