My child has died. How do I talk about my grief?

16 Casual acquaintances and people you come across in everyday life Interactions with neighbours, casual acquaintances and other people you come across in everyday life can be surprisingly awkward. Some people will say nothing at all, but others might say things that bother you. They might ask you questions that you aren’t comfortable answering. It's up to you if you want to say anything to them about what has happened. This is your child, your loss and your grief. If at any point you want to walk away from a conversation, you have every right to do that. You might sometimes feel like going to a different shop or gym to avoid difficult conversations. On the other hand, people who are kind and caring, who speak with fondness about your child or with genuine concern for your pain give you a real boost. Accepting offers of help People often enjoy helping, and sometimes acts of kindness can be easier to offer than words. An offer to walk the dog, mow the lawn or pick up a bit of shopping are small things that you might ordinarily decline, but they could be helpful at this time, particularly in the chaotic days of early grief.