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Losing a Child: Always Andy's Mom

Marcy Larson, MD
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Child Loss
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Loss Of a Child
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When pediatrician mom of three, Marcy Larson's 14 yo son, Andy, was killed in a car accident in 2018, she felt like her life was over. In many ways, that life was over, and a new one forced to begin in its place. Come alongside her as she works through this journey of healing. She discusses grief and child loss with other grieving parents and those who work to help them in their grief. This podcas... more

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Recent Guests

Caryn Byrd
Josh's mom, discussing her grief journey, hypnosis work, and retreats
Hypnotherapist; advocate for bereaved parents
Episode: Episode 353: What Keeps Them Close - Josh's Mom
Andrea (Adrienne's sister)
Adrienne's sister, legal guardian, and founder of Blue Faery
Blue Faery / Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association
Episode: Episode 347: Love Becomes Purpose - Adrienne's Sissy
Matthew Evert
Noah's dad who authored a book and founded a support foundation
Even Though We Will Foundation
Episode: Episode 344: Even Though, We Will - Noah's Dad
Samantha McGee
Raiden's mama
Raiden Bubble Project
Episode: Episode 341: Still His Mama - Raiden's Mom
Gwen Kapcia
Grief counselor and owner of Your Grief Guide
Your Grief Guide
Episode: Episode 337: Surviving the Long Haul - Gwen
Luna Jaffee
Mother of Hunter, who died at 21 from an accidental overdose.
Episode: Episode 332: What Remains, What Grows - Hunter's Mama
Marie Cruz
Mother of Quinten, author, and grief coach
Episode: Episode: 323: Quinten's Mom
Jerry Woodbridge
Advocate for grieving children and author of books on grief for children.
Episode: Episode 318: Jenny & Jesse's Mom
Catherine Marston
Mother of Helen, who is also an author and health coach focusing on special needs parenting
Episode: Episode 313: Helen's Mom

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Marcy Larson
Host of Losing a Child, Always Andy's Mom

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 211 ratings
  • A Tender, Honest Space for Grieving Parents

    This podcast is such a heartfelt and compassionate space for navigating the unimaginable loss of a child. Marcy shares her journey with such honesty and courage, creating a sense of connection and understanding for grieving parents. I appreciate how the conversations offer both comfort and support, reminding listeners they are not alone in their grief.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steph Kwong
    United States4 months ago
  • Insightful and Compassionate interviewer

    Marcy is a gifted interviewer and skilled at bringing out the most important aspects of her guests’ stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmardent
    United Statesa year ago
  • So grateful for this podcast

    As a bereaved parent, this has been the most helpful podcast for me as I navigate my grief journey. There are things that Marcy shares that immediately make me think that those words could have come right out of my mouth! I am also grateful that Marcy provided a safe space for me to share my story as I grieve my daughter. Thank you! 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🤍Danielle
    United Statesa year ago
  • So Thankful

    I don’t think finding this podcast was an accident. It’s been such a blessing to hear from others that understand such a deep grief! I lost my beautiful 21 year old one on December 17, 2018.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M Baldridge
    United Statesa year ago
  • Such a helpful podcast

    I found this podcast about nine months ago. I lost my beautiful 21 year old son to suicide in December 2023. Hearing the stories of others who have lost a child helps me tremendously. I feel like I have found my “tribe”.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JafoP
    United Statesa year ago

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Episode 353: What Keeps Them Close - Josh's Mom
Q: So obviously, Josh was killed in a motorcycle accident, right? Talk about that a little bit.
Marcy describes the suddenness of the accident, the phone call, the police arrival at home, and the profound initial shock, followed by the ongoing journey through grief and the realization that life after loss will never be the same.
Episode 348: Say My Child's Name - Abbie's Mom
Q: What inspired Say My Child's Name and the memorial project?
The inspiration came from hearing people forget to say Abbie's name after she died; a hospice volunteer suggested creating a movement and memorial, which grew into a community space with wind chimes, benches, and resources for families.
Episode 348: Say My Child's Name - Abbie's Mom
Q: Can you tell us about Abbie and what made her unique?
Abbie was energetic, loving, and always willing to help others; she loved family, had a big heart, and despite struggles with addiction and mental health, she remained a person of immense love and resilience.
Episode 346: Life Grows Around It - Graham's Mom
Q: So why don't you start out by telling us all about your son, Graham?
Wesley describes Graham's adoption, his struggles in middle and high school with drugs and sexuality, the impact of his environments, and how these experiences culminated in his death in 2016, shaping her grief and ongoing advocacy.
Episode 326: Grief as a Dance - Not a Journey - Drew's Momma
Q: Do you want to talk now a bit about the accident and what happened?
Sure. It was the morning of May 19th in the year 2000, when Drew, true to form, was up at about five o'clock in the morning, ready to start the day.

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