07/09/2026
A message from our friends at the Healthy Start Coalition of Hardee, Highlands & Polk Counties, Inc. In honor of Bereaved Parents Awareness Month. 💚
Honoring Bereaved Parents Awareness Month
July is Bereaved Parents Awareness Month, a time to honor and support parents and families who are living with the loss of a child. The grief that follows the death of a child is lifelong, and every family’s journey is different. This month reminds us to lead with compassion, patience, and understanding.
For bereaved parents, grief may not follow a timeline. Certain dates, milestones, holidays, or everyday moments can bring waves of sadness, even years later. One of the most meaningful things we can do is create space for parents to talk about their child, share memories, or simply feel supported without judgment.
Support does not have to be complicated. A kind message, remembering a child’s name, offering practical help, checking in after the funeral or anniversary dates, or simply sitting with someone in their grief can make a meaningful difference. Small acts of care can help bereaved parents feel seen, supported, and less alone.
It is also important for families to know that help is available. Grief support groups, counseling, crisis lines, peer support, and community resources can provide comfort and connection during an incredibly difficult time. No parent should have to walk through grief alone.
This Bereaved Parents Awareness Month, we remember every child whose life touched the hearts of others. We honor their legacy, support the families who love and miss them, and encourage our community to respond with kindness, compassion, and care.
