Coping with grief on a daily basis can be a challenge, but special moments such as the holiday season can be especially triggering. The holidays are often marked with moments spent with family and loved ones which can magnify the absence of your loss. You may feel triggered by past shared memories, saddened as others celebrate around you, or overwhelmed with the thought of how you will cope. All these reactions are valid.

Whether you had a good, bad or indifferent relationship with the parent who died, your feelings for him or her were probably quite strong.  Most of us love our parents deeply.  And they love us with the most unconditional love that imperfect human beings can summon. Your grief is unique.  No one grieves in exactly the same way.  Here are approaches to take that allow you to grieve at your own pace. Source: Centerforloss.com

The loss of a significant person in your life can lead to many grief reactions as well as many administrative tasks that require your attention and focus. This is a good time to lean on your support system. You may find it useful to delegate tasks or may need the assistance of a financial lawyer who can advise you on matters. The following is a checklist of what’s to be taken care of after someone dies. Please note that some tasks may not apply to your circumstances or can only be managed by the executor or the Power of Attorney.

This Superhero Toolkit by the National Alliance For Grieving Children is developed for children, teens and their support network. It provides activities and conversations designed to empower us to become everyday superheroes. After a death, we depend on everyday superheroes who have powers of listening and empathy and can have courageous conversations, boldly express support, and who are kind to someone in grief.

Children's books about grief can be tough to find at any age, but it can be especially difficult if you are searching for books at the picture book stage. whatsyourgrief.com compiled lists of a collection of children's picture books about grief from @maistorybooklibrary on Instagram. Click through to check out her recommendations for picture books about grief.

Your sibling has died. Whether their death was sudden or expected, the shock and disbelief you are feeling may be overwhelming. Without your brother or sister, your role in the family has changed. You may be surprised by the range of your reactions. It may feel like you are not quite yourself, and it may be difficult to understand your feelings. Everyone has the right to grieve, whether you were close with your sibling or not. Here are some reactions that are specific to the death of a sibling Source: OUR HOUSE Grief Support Center

This booklet provides invaluable guidance for parents and other responsible adults who help children cope with the pain and fears that come with a death in the family. This material was prepared with the help of some of the nation's most respected authorities on this important topic. These suggestions are not intended to rush children through the grieving process or turn them into adults before their time. Source New York Life

Funeral Service Providers are the first line of support for bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings. The resources and information listed offer helpful suggestions, insights, and information for funeral service professionals to support the compassionate care they have and continue to offer bereaved parents, grandparents, siblings, and their families.