Going home after the death of your child is often daunting and desirable at the same time. 

Being home is a reminder of special memories and the dreams that you had for your child.

After you return home it can be difficult and distressing telling others about your child’s death. 

Normal activities like going shopping, meeting neighbours, taking other children to school and returning to work can all seem overwhelming.

Seeing other children or your child’s friends can be a painful reminder of what has happened. It can be helpful to plan these occasions.

There will be times when you lose interest in things around you and you may feel like withdrawing. Each person is very individual in how and when they are able to return to daily activities. 

For some, getting back into things and getting back into the family routine is helpful, others have little energy or interest. That's okay because people grieve in different ways and there is no one correct way.  

“We are all just so grateful to have had those last days with our daughter at Bear Cottage. It is truly a very special place and to have and the privacy, comfort and level of care and support offered at Bear Cottage during that time was invaluable to all of us.”