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Christine's avatar

I would love to introduce you to one of my long-ago colleagues who writes about life after the loss of her son: https://substack.com/@jaynejacovafeld

Elizabeth Kopple's avatar

Thank you Christine. I've added Jayne's Substack.

Julie Neches's avatar

Thank you for telling us about this Substack. I just subscribed.

Tina Hedin's avatar

Thank you Elizabeth, for taking the time to compile this list, and thanks for including me. I have forwarded it to several people who are new to Substack and will continue to share it. It's a great resource.

When I first came to Substack two years ago, I could only find one person writing about grief, and no bereaved parents. I was desperate to find anyone who could relate to what I was feeling. It is truly a lifeline to have a way to connect to others who understand. Thanks for your writing and work here.

Elizabeth Kopple's avatar

Thank you for your note Tina. It's been so validating for me to find you and other grieving parents and writers here on Substack.

Molly Impola's avatar

I have shared some about our journey on here as well

Julie Neches's avatar

Thank you so much for making this list! I didn't realize we have a whole community of bereaved parents. That means so much that we are able to reach out and support each other. I already have appreciated interacting with you and subscribing to your Substack. Now I look forward to being part of this grieving parents group. Although I wish none of us needed to be in it! Gratefully and affectionately, Julie

Elizabeth Kopple's avatar

Hi Julie - It's truly is a community for grieving parents and I'm hoping we can lean on each other. I continue to enjoy your writing.

Julie Neches's avatar

And you contributed greatly to the community by naming us and bringing us together! I appreciate the invitation for us to lean on each other! That means so much.

Sally McQuillen's avatar

Thank you so much for including me and connecting all of us so beautifully. I look forward to reading and being inspired by more fellow mothers of spirit children✨

Elizabeth Kopple's avatar

Thank you, Sally. I love your writing and just ordered your book: Reaching for Beautiful.

Sally McQuillen's avatar

Oh thank you Elizabeth~ I look forward to hearing how it lands in your heart.

Nancy E. Holroyd, RN's avatar

I'm another parent writing about grief sense the death of my middle daughter.

Elizabeth Kopple's avatar

Thank you Nancy. I've added your publication to the list.

Brian V's avatar

Elizabeth, Thank you so much for compiling this directory. I too have begun writing about the loss of my daughter and wife and being able to read this content from other grieving parents is inspiring. Love your content and looking forward to reading more.

Elizabeth Kopple's avatar

Thank so much for your note, Brian.

Janine De Tillio Cammarata 🖊️'s avatar

Thank you for creating this list. Together we can hold space for one another. ❤️ I sent you a DM on some thoughts.

Eileen Vorbach Collins's avatar

About to fall asleep and this post showed up. So glad to see this list. Thank you. I’d be grateful if you’d add my Substack, “Love in the Archives.”

Yolande Clark-Jackson's avatar

Thank you for creating this valuable resource and for connecting us in community.

Jayne Says's avatar

I'm grateful to be among such talented, brave writers who are helping me live with my grief, write about it and discover new dimensions about life, death and love.

Kaye Steinsapir's avatar

Thanks for sharing this list, Elizabeth. I’d love to connect with more grieving parents here.

Unpalatable by Tanja Rohn's avatar

Thank you for including both Jason and myself on this list. I hope within these varied perspectives a griever on the path will find some comfort, humour, community or whatever else they may need. We are both open to direct messages.

Aaron Sorensen's avatar

Thank you for putting together this list and for including me on it. I have been looking for other writers discussing loss of a child on Substack and the algorithm hasn't been especially helpful. This is a fantastic resource!

Marjorie Pezzoli's avatar

I recognize a few on this list along with you Elizabeth that are making my writing journey easier. Poetry and storytelling is how I connect with my StarChild Alyssa. The Cosmic Gumball Machine is my Substack.