A gentle, guided journal for parents and families grieving the loss of a baby, child or teenager.
Life, Without You is a journal created to help you process your early grief through gentle guided prompts – designed so you never have to face a blank page. Each spread invites quiet reflection: what’s on your mind, what happened today, moments of difficulty, and small good things, at your own pace, in your own words.
This isn’t a book to read cover to cover. It’s a companion to write in – a quiet space to put words to what you’re feeling, whenever you’re ready.
A note before you begin
Keeping a journal can help you express how you’re feeling in a safe, private way. This journal won’t change your loss – but it might show you how you’ve changed, and help you use that as part of your healing. There’s no wrong way to use it: some days you may write pages, other days just a line. Both are enough.
What’s inside
- Over 70 days of guided diary pages, each with the same gentle structure – so you always know what a page will ask of you before you turn to it
- When You Left – space to record the beginning of your loss
- Saying Goodbye – reflecting on the funeral or farewell
- Memories of You – including The Last Time We…, Your Songs, Your Places, Your Favourites, and When I Think of You…
- Signs of You – noting the small things that remind you of them
- Special Days and Anniversaries — space to reflect on the dates that matter
- Letters to You – pages for writing directly to the person you’ve lost
- My Resources – space to note helpful contacts and support around you
Total pages: 136
The daily pages repeat the same format on purpose. Grief doesn’t arrive on a schedule, and knowing exactly what a page will ask of you removes one more thing to think about on the hardest days.
Who this journal supports
Life, Without You is shared by:
- Parents. grandparents and families
- Therapists and counsellors
- Support groups and charities
- Palliative care teams
- Friends and relatives wanting to offer comfort
It is often given to newly bereaved parents who need something gentle and steady to hold onto – and a guided way to begin putting words to their grief.
What’s inside
Each page offers gentle structure, not a blank space to fill:
- What’s on my mind
- What I did today
- Grief triggers, named gently
- Today’s kind word
- Mood colour
- Three good things
- Today’s self-care
The prompts are designed to meet you wherever you are that day – some days you may write pages, other days just a word or two. Both are enough.
Why it helps
Grief can feel isolating, overwhelming and impossible to describe. This journal offers:
- A gentle way in, so you’re never facing a blank page
- Emotional validation, in your own words
- Space to feel without pressure
- A quiet, steady companion for the hardest days
- A sense of connection with someone who understands
Families often say the journal helps them feel seen, supported and less alone in their grief.
Testimonials
Life, Without You has been shared by bereaved parents, therapists and support groups who value its gentle structure and honesty.
“A deeply comforting journal. It helped me feel understood at a time when nothing made sense.” – Bereaved Parent
“I recommend this to families in my counselling practice. The reflections are gentle, validating and beautifully written.” – Therapist
“This journal offers companionship in grief. It feels like someone quietly sitting beside you.” – Bereavement Support Worker
“Soft, steady and reassuring. I’ve given this to many newly bereaved parents who needed something gentle to hold onto.” – Palliative Care Nurse
If you would like to share your experience with the journal, please email: CDOffice@virginmedia.com
Purchase
For professionals
Bulk orders available. Email: CDOffice@virginmedia.com
Please note: the journal is perfect bound (glued).
