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I sit down with grief educator and author Melissa Hull, who shares the unimaginable story of losing her 4-year-old son, Drew, in a tragic accident. Melissa takes us back to that devastating day and opens up about the shame, guilt, and heartbreak that followed. Through her story, she shows us how grief can become a catalyst for growth, and how one letter from a stranger changed the course of her life.
Melissa also shares the heartbreaking journey through multiple pregnancy losses, her struggle to believe in herself as a mother again, and how she rebuilt her life, her identity, and her relationship with grief. She’s now helping others do the same through her books, her voice, and her mission to show that healing doesn’t mean forgetting. This episode is full of truth, tenderness, and hope for any mom navigating life after loss.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- The morning of Drew’s accident and how it changed everything
- Living with overwhelming guilt, shame, and self-blame
- The unexpected letter that saved Melissa’s life
- Her heartbreaking journey through IVF and pregnancy loss
- Why she believed she didn’t deserve happiness
- The moment she decided to see herself with compassion
- Learning how to talk to herself like someone she loved
- How writing helped her process and heal
- What post-traumatic growth really looks like
- Rebuilding her identity and relationship with grief
- Finding friendship again with her ex-husband
- Why she doesn’t believe in apologizing for honoring your child
- The message she wants every grieving mom to hear
Resources Mentioned:
- Melissa's Website: https://melissahull.com
- Her book: "Dear Drew: Creating a Life Bigger Than Grief"
- Follow her on Instagram at: @melissa_hull_
Download my FREE "Guilt and Grief Release Journal" at navigatingbabyloss.com/journal
WHERE TO FIND AND FOLLOW ME!
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