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Woman in a chunky gray scarf holds a sleeping baby in a pink polka dot onesie. They're indoors, with a wooden door and hallway behind.

Woman in a chunky gray scarf holds a sleeping baby in a pink polka dot onesie. They're indoors, with a wooden door and hallway behind.

Grieving the Maiden (Part 1)

Motherhood brings life—but also loss. This piece explores the hidden grief of losing your old self, the spiritual death no one talks about, and the healing power of mothering the mother within.

The Small Elephant LLC

Nov 22, 20243 min read

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