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Cover of I Still Leave the Light On

For anyone who has lost a child

I Still Leave the Light On

Life after losing a child can feel unfamiliar in ways no one prepared you for.

The meals stop arriving. The phone goes quiet. And you are still setting out their photo, saying their name, keeping a light on.

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Inside, you'll find

  • Why losing a child is unlike any other grief, and why there is no timetable for it
  • Getting through the first months: the fog, your body, and when to ask for help
  • Keeping your child close: their name, their room, their things, their story
  • Grieving alongside a partner, and helping your other children
  • Words for 'How many children do you have?', and for the things people say
  • Guilt, anger and 'what if', with care for losses that carry extra weight
  • Verified support across seven countries, including help after baby loss

There's nothing to fill in and no homework. Each chapter ends with a few small things you can do today.

Sample pages from I Still Leave the Light On

What this book helps with

Built around what actually helps

Feeling it

The fog, your body, and grief that has no timetable

Making sense of it

Guilt, anger and 'what if', with extra care for losses that carry more weight

Not feeling alone

Grieving alongside a partner, and the things people say

Getting through the days

The first months, and knowing when to ask for more help

Who you are now

Words for 'How many children do you have?'

Staying connected

Their name, their room, their things, their story

Questions

How do I get the book?

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Can I read it on my phone?

Yes. It's a PDF that opens on phones, tablets and computers. You can also print it at home.

Can I give it as a gift?

Yes. At checkout, choose "Give as a gift" and enter your friend's email. They'll receive the book directly.

Is this a replacement for counselling?

No. The book offers comfort and general information, not medical or psychological advice. It includes verified support lines, and gentle guidance on when to ask for more help.