AngelChristiansMommy

Open Bereavement
Type: Loss of a Child

My precious baby boy, Christian passed away November 26, 2007. It is believed to be SIDS, but I still haven't gotten the final results back yet.

Treatments

Crying Somewhat Helpful

I cry everyday. Some days are better than others. Some days I cry a little & some days a lot, but I think it helps the healing process somewhat when you cry. Holding it in only makes things worse.

Keeping Busy Somewhat Helpful

If I keep myself busy, I tend not to get as upset. I usually keep myself busy doinq things to keep Christian's memory alive or joining support groups online such as this one.

Poetry Working / Worked

I like to read poetry that other parents have written, but what really helps me, is when I write my own poems in memory of my special little boy.

Prayer Somewhat Helpful

I do pray from time to time, but not as often as I should.

Reading Somewhat Helpful

I have read a book,"SIDS and Infant Death Survival Guide". It is very good and I would definately recommend it. Other than that I read romance novels at night sometimes when I can't sleep, which seems to be a lot lately.

Remembering Working / Worked

I think about Christian everyday. I have written poems for him, started a memorial site for him, a memory box, made Christmas ornaments for him, etc. All this has been very helpful. I keep trying to come up with other things I can do to commemorate his life on earth.

Support from Friends & Family Somewhat Helpful

It helps to have family and friends around to show support and give you some distraction, but sometimes people say hurtful things without thinking and they don't even realize it.

Support Groups Considering

This is something I plan to look into very soon. I hope it helps.

Talking Somewhat Helpful

I definately love to talk about Christian. I don't ever want him to be forgotten. He was a very special part of my life. However, some people just don't know what to say. I keep telling people if they don't know what to say not to worry about it, sometimes I just need someone to listen to me.

Time Too Soon to Tell

I don't think any amount of time will erase the way I feel about the loss of my precious son, but I am hopeful that eventually it will get a little easier to handle. Until then, I am just taking it one day at a time.

Open Anxiety

I am experiencing anxiety attacks due to the loss of my 8 month baby boy.

Open Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

I found my 8 month baby boy not breathing on Nov. 26, 2007. I miss him so bad it hurts and I can't get that morning out of my head. I keep having flashbacks, feel anxious and I have trouble sleeping at night.

Open Insomnia