34 min
Enter the Chat: Navigating Grief with Jennifer of Coco's Caravan The MomForce Podcast Hosted by Chatbooks
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- Parenting
Jennifer Hanks of @cocoscaravan shares her story of losing her husband Justin when her twin boys were just 3 months old. Now, five years later, she is sharing what her friends did to support her during that incredibly difficult experience. In this episode, Jennifer bravely shares what she has been through and the most impactful things friends and family did to support her. She also explains why she decided to share her story online and the power of the community that she has created.
Jennifer also tells Vanessa about her love of photos and the unique ways she incorporates them throughout her home and family narrative. She is strategic about using photos with her boys so that they know their dad and the stories of his life.
Jennifer is amazing and I know you are going to love hearing from her. To read her full story go here. If you or someone you know is dealing with grief, remember that you're not alone, and there are resources and support available to help you through this challenging time.
Use code: MOMFORCE for 15% of your next Chatbooks order!
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00:20 Jennifer’s story and experience losing her husband Justin while having twin baby boys
3:35 Why she shares her story and the community she has built
6:45 What you can do for a friend who is dealing with cancer or loss
10:15 How to support single moms
13:00 How photos helped in her grieving process
17:18 Death anniversaries and how to mark the day
20:45 Photos to show her boys and tell their family story
26:47 Why you should take the photo, even if it is just meant for you to keep to yourself
28:55 Jennifer’s #1 tip for getting a great family photo
Jennifer Hanks of @cocoscaravan shares her story of losing her husband Justin when her twin boys were just 3 months old. Now, five years later, she is sharing what her friends did to support her during that incredibly difficult experience. In this episode, Jennifer bravely shares what she has been through and the most impactful things friends and family did to support her. She also explains why she decided to share her story online and the power of the community that she has created.
Jennifer also tells Vanessa about her love of photos and the unique ways she incorporates them throughout her home and family narrative. She is strategic about using photos with her boys so that they know their dad and the stories of his life.
Jennifer is amazing and I know you are going to love hearing from her. To read her full story go here. If you or someone you know is dealing with grief, remember that you're not alone, and there are resources and support available to help you through this challenging time.
Use code: MOMFORCE for 15% of your next Chatbooks order!
Follow Vanessa
Follow Chatbooks
The MomForce Podcast on TikTok
Follow @cocoscaravan on Instagram
Listen to more of The MomForce Podcast
00:20 Jennifer’s story and experience losing her husband Justin while having twin baby boys
3:35 Why she shares her story and the community she has built
6:45 What you can do for a friend who is dealing with cancer or loss
10:15 How to support single moms
13:00 How photos helped in her grieving process
17:18 Death anniversaries and how to mark the day
20:45 Photos to show her boys and tell their family story
26:47 Why you should take the photo, even if it is just meant for you to keep to yourself
28:55 Jennifer’s #1 tip for getting a great family photo
34 min