This show discusses many topics that only those who have lost a child can understand, and is hosted by award-winning author, speaker, singer and (most importantly) bereaved parent, Laura Diehl
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In part two of Laura’s conversation with Becky Russell, they continue exploring the four parts of our worldview by turning to meaning and destiny. Becky shares how serving others in simple, everyday ways helped her begin to rediscover meaning after Jae Lin’s death. They also discuss the hope of heaven, the continuation of love, and how our beliefs about what comes after this life can provide a framework for processing the pain of child loss. Becky also shares the powerful manifesto she wrote when a trusted friend encouraged her to stop focusing on what she no longer believed and begin identify
In this episode, Laura talks with Becky Russell about her daughter, Jae, who died in a car accident at sixteen. Becky shares how her deep spiritual foundation was shaken by the confusion and questions that followed, leaving her to wrestle with beliefs she once thought were unshakable. Laura and Becky begin exploring four parts of our worldview that influence how we process grief: origin, morality, meaning, and destiny. In this first half of their conversation, they focus on origin and morality, discussing what we believe about where life comes from, how we determine truth, and what happens whe
Have you ever had a thought that completely changed the way you looked at something? In this episode, Laura shares a simple but profound realization that came to her while responding to an email from another grieving parent. We often say that unless someone has lost a child, they cannot possibly understand the depth of our pain. But what if the same is true of heaven? What if our children know something we simply can’t understand until we experience it ourselves? Join Laura as she gently explores this perspective, talks honestly about still missing our children while rejoicing in where they ar
What do you do when you’re living a life you never would have chosen? In this episode, Laura shares why there isn’t an easy path after the death of a child, but there are choices that can gently lead us toward hope. Through personal stories and biblical encouragement, she explores how God meets us in the small decisions that help us keep moving forward. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “It’s hopeless,” this episode offers a simple but life-changing question: “That depends… what am I hoping in?” Discover how choosing one small step at a time can help you trust the God of hope as He helps
After the death of a child, many bereaved parents find themselves asking a question they never expected: Who am I now? In this episode, Laura shares a powerful excerpt from her Rebuilding Your Life with Hope and Healing workshop, exploring how child loss can affect our identity in ways we don’t always recognize. With compassion and biblical truth, she reminds pareavors that while grief changes us, it does not define who we are. Laura also shares why so many grieving parents have responded by saying rebuilding their lives feels impossible, and why there is hope for discovering who you are again
After the death of a child, one of the hardest questions a grieving parent can ask is, “Where do I go from here?” In this episode of the Grieving Parents Sharing Hope podcast, Laura Diehl shares why healing after child loss doesn’t happen all at once, but one gentle step at a time. Through personal reflection, biblical encouragement, and practical wisdom, she reminds bereaved parents that God rarely reveals the whole journey. Instead, He faithfully provides the next step. Laura also introduces the newly reorganized Rebuilding Your Life with Hope and Healing workshops, explaining how they have
After the death of a child, the thought of rebuilding your life can feel overwhelming, or even impossible. You may wonder if it’s even okay to think about moving forward without feeling like you’re leaving your son or daughter behind. In this episode, Laura shares the deeply personal story behind the message that became the foundation of her book, When Tragedy Strikes, and explains why learning how to begin rebuilding your life after child loss isn’t about forgetting your child. It’s about allowing God to gently restore what grief has shattered while carrying your child’s love and legacy with
While this episode begins with a reflection on the United States’ Independence Day and its 250th anniversary, the message reaches far beyond one nation’s celebration. For grieving parents everywhere, the longing for freedom from pain is something we all understand. In this episode, Laura shares how Scripture points us to a different kind of freedom—one that isn’t found in the absence of grief, but in the presence of Christ. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to carry both grief and hope, this gentle conversation will encourage your heart. Discover what finding freedom after child lo
If you’ve ever wondered if the overwhelming darkness after the death of your child will ever lift, this episode is for you. Laura shares a recent conversation that unexpectedly revealed just how quietly and faithfully God had been working in her own heart over the years. Using the powerful picture of being trapped in a deep pit, she offers hope that while grief may feel permanent, God never intended for it to become your home. With Scripture, personal reflection, and gentle encouragement, Laura reminds grieving parents that healing is not about forgetting your child or loving them less. It is
After the death of a child, it can feel as though everything you believed about God has been shaken. If His favor meant His protection, why did He allow this unimaginable loss? In this episode, Laura shares a perspective that has been quietly transforming her own understanding of God’s favor through the life of Moses and his relationship with the Lord. Rather than offering easy answers, she gently invites grieving parents to discover a deeper way of knowing God, even in the midst of heartbreak. This is an honest and hope-filled conversation for pareavors who are struggling to reconcile their p
One of the questions many grieving parents ask after the death of a child is whether they will know and recognize their child in heaven. In this episode, Laura explores what Scripture reveals about our identity after death and why the Bible gives us reason to believe that our loved ones remain uniquely themselves in eternity. Through several biblical accounts, Laura shares hope and encouragement for pareavors longing for reassurance about their child’s future and their own. If you have ever wondered whether the bond between parent and child continues beyond this life, this episode offers a com
After the death of a child, many grieving parents find themselves struggling to pray. The pain can feel too overwhelming, the questions too deep, and the words impossible to find. If you have ever sat in silence, wondering what to say to God or whether He even hears your broken heart, you are not alone. In this episode, Laura shares the comforting truth that when we don’t know how to pray after child loss, Jesus Himself is praying for us. Drawing from Hebrews 7:25 and other powerful Scriptures, this hope-filled message reminds bereaved parents that they are never forgotten, never abandoned, an
When no one understands your pain after child loss, the loneliness can feel almost as overwhelming as the grief itself. Well-meaning friends and family may care deeply, yet still be unable to fully grasp the devastation of losing a child. In this episode of Grieving Parents Sharing Hope, Laura shares why feeling misunderstood is such a common struggle for bereaved parents, how unrealistic expectations can add to our hurt, and where we can find validation, comfort, and connection on this difficult journey. If you have ever felt isolated in your grief, frustrated that others do not seem to “get
In this episode of the GPS Hope podcast, Grieving Parents Sharing Hope, Laura shares a powerful and comforting perspective on the story of Jesus walking on water through the lens of child loss and deep grief. When life feels like a violent storm and faith feels fragile, it can be easy to wonder where Jesus is in the middle of our pain. But what if the storm is not proof He has abandoned us? What if He is already walking toward us in the middle of it? Using the story of Peter stepping out onto the waves, Laura gently reminds grieving parents that our hope is not found in having perfect faith or
After the death of our child, fear can quietly move into every corner of our lives. Fear of losing someone else. Fear of moving forward. Fear that if we laugh again, love again, or begin to live again, it somehow means we are leaving our child behind. The torment of those fears can feel overwhelming, especially when grief has already taken so much from us. In this deeply personal episode, Laura shares from her own journey after the death of her daughter Becca, speaking honestly about the fears grieving parents carry and the faith it takes to keep breathing through them. If your heart feels exh
In this episode, Laura shares how to handle milestones after child loss, gently walking grieving parents through the moments that can feel the hardest to face. From birthdays and holidays to unexpected reminders that take your breath away, these “milestones” are not celebrations, but the tender and often painful markers of grief. With compassion and understanding, Laura reframes what milestones mean, reminding listeners that while we never get over them, we do get through them, and over time, they become part of how we learn to live again. Drawing from personal experience and the shared journe
Mother’s Day can be one of the most painful and complicated days of the year for a grieving mom. In this episode, Laura speaks honestly about how to handle Mother’s Day after losing a child, acknowledging the mix of love, grief, pressure, and longing that so many bereaved mothers carry. With gentle encouragement and real-life understanding, she reminds you that there is no right or wrong way to walk through this day, and that your motherhood has not ended. If Mother’s Day feels heavy, this episode offers compassionate support and permission to do what your heart needs. Through personal reflect
As we continue exploring what it means to be trying to trust God after the death of your child, this episode shifts into what God is doing within us through our suffering. While the pain never feels “good,” Scripture shows us that God is still at work bringing maturity, strength, and a deeper foundation in Him. Based on 1 Peter 5:10–11, we talk about how God gently rebuilds us by perfecting, establishing, strengthening, and settling us, even when part of us feels forever missing. If you are wondering how to keep going or what healing can even look like now, this episode offers quiet hope and t
When you are trying to trust God after the death of your child, it can feel like everything you believed has been shaken to the core. In this deeply personal episode, Laura shares part of her own story and the questions that rise when suffering doesn’t make sense. Together, we gently look at what Scripture says about pain and how God’s grace and glory are still present, even in the darkest places. This episode is rooted in 1 Peter 5:10–11, reminding us that even after we have suffered for a while, God’s heart toward us has not changed. If your faith feels fragile or uncertain right now, you ar
How to cope with your child’s birthday after child loss is something every grieving parent eventually faces, yet nothing can fully prepare your heart for that day. In this episode, Laura gently walks with you through the emotions that can rise as your child’s birthday approaches—the memories, the longing, and the questions about whether or how to acknowledge the day. With compassionate, faith-centered encouragement, she reminds you that your child’s life still matters and that remembering them is meaningful. As you consider how to cope with your child’s birthday after child loss, you’ll also h
After the death of a child, many grieving parents struggle with something they don’t expect, which is extreme brain fog. In this episode, Laura gently talks about foggy brain after child loss, including the forgetfulness, confusion, and mental exhaustion that can linger for years. If you’ve ever wondered why you can’t think clearly or feel like your mind just isn’t working the way it used to, you are not alone. With honesty, personal experience, and biblical encouragement, this episode explores why grief affects your mind and memory, while offering hope for the healing process. You’ll be remin
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Turning Pain into Peace, Laura sits down with Angela Alexander to share a story marked by unimaginable loss and remarkable faith. After enduring multiple tragedies, including the devastating loss of her two young sons in a car accident, Angela opens her heart to reveal how God met her in the depths of grief and began a journey of healing. Her story is not one of avoiding pain, but of walking through it and discovering that even in the darkest places, peace is possible. As they talk, the conversation gently unfolds into what it means to begin turning
For grieving parents, heaven is no longer just something we believe in—it becomes deeply personal. When your child is there, heaven feels closer in a way you never expected, yet the pain of missing them here remains just as real. In this episode, Laura gently shares five heartfelt truths about heaven that can bring comfort, even in the middle of deep sorrow. If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about where your child is, longed more to see them than anything else, or wondered how to hold onto hope while living with their absence, this conversation will meet you right where you are. As we shi
After the death of a child, many grieving parents struggle to understand God’s ways. Questions about why tragedy happens and how a loving God could allow such deep loss can shake even a strong faith. In this episode, Laura gently speaks to bereaved parents who are wrestling with these difficult questions, sharing encouragement about trusting God even when His ways don’t make sense. Through Scripture and compassionate insight, this episode reminds listeners that faith does not require having all the answers. Many people in the Bible experienced profound suffering, yet discovered God’s presence
In this episode, Laura talks with bereaved mom Jody Hudson, whose daughter Alex died at the age of 22 after a long battle with undiagnosed Lyme disease. Jody shares the heartbreaking journey of watching her daughter suffer through years of unanswered medical questions and treatments, and the deep grief that followed Alex’s death. Yet in the midst of unimaginable loss, Jody made a conscious decision not to allow grief to define her identity, but instead to seek God’s direction for how to move forward. Through faith, honest conversations with God, and a desire to honor Alex’s life, Jody found pu
