Andy's Mom Blog
Discussions on dealing with the loss of a childThe Book and Holiday Services
Well, today is a big day for me. I have officially started writing my book. In addition to the podcast, I have really felt led to write a book to tell my story more completely. I want to share Andy with the world and to show others what this horrible crazy journey of...
Taking the Middle Seat Podcast and Holiday Remembrance Events
A few weeks ago, I was interviewed on a wonderful podcast called, 'Taking the Middle Seat.' The premise of the podcast is to truly get to know others around us. When we ride in an airplane, it is unikely that mamy of us truly want to take the middle seat and have...
Returning From Leave
Today marks the one year anniversary of the last day that I saw patients before I went on 'medical leave' for my grief. I continued to do administrative work on and off, but I stopped seeing children and families. It was just too painful. I returned to work...
My Job
Recently, I have been thinking about patients whom I cared for when they died. A few of those occurred here in Grand Rapids where I have been a general pediatrician, but the majority happened during my pediatric training at the University of Iowa. I don't believe that...
