Practical Support After the Death of a Child
Recommended Books
A free downloadable leaflet bringing together books that bereaved parents have found helpful.
Grief can leave you searching for words, reassurance or simply the sense that someone else understands. Our recommended book leaflet offers a thoughtful starting point, whether you are grieving yourself, supporting a child or helping someone you care about.
What’s included
Books for different people and different moments.
There is no right book and no right time to read one.
For parents
& carers
Shared experiences, practical guidance and gentle reassurance through grief.
For children &
young people
Age-appropriate stories to help make sense of death, feelings and change.
For supporting someone
Resources for relatives and trusted adults walking alongside a bereaved family
“I only just revisited your recommendations for bereavement books. I ordered myself one and I’m finding that extremely helpful in supporting me through this time of grief.”
— Parent
How to request support
BORROW A BOOK
Looking for a library?
Our Bereavement Libraries bring together carefully selected books recommended by
bereaved parents. They are available free through participating hospices, hospitals,
support groups and community organisations.
DEDICATE A BOOK
Want to recommend a book for our libraries?
If a particular book has supported you, you can recommend it for consideration in our
Bereavement Libraries. You can also ask for a book to be dedicated in memory of your
child, helping their name and story become part of the support offered to other families.
FOR ORGANISATIONS
Interested in hosting a library?
Hospices, hospitals, bereavement support groups and community
organisations can find out more about joining the network.
Every child’s journey is different
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