Mother shares journey of grief after losing ex-husband and son to suicide

A woman reflects on the loss of her ex-husband and son, both of whom died by suicide. Her ex-husband passed away in 2012, and her son died in September 2024 at age 19. She emphasizes the importance of discussing grief with her surviving children. The mother faced the challenge of explaining their deaths to her children, who were young at the time of their father's death. She approached the conversations with care, ensuring her children understood without overwhelming them with details. Now, five months after her son's death, the family is in therapy and working through their grief together. They are slowly finding ways to cope and honor the memories of their loved ones.