Parenting isn’t an easy task. You’re prepared for the ups and downs, but nothing can prepare you for parenting through grief. That is not a chapter that you’ll find in the latest version of What to Expect When You’re Expecting. Grief can be all-consuming, but so can parenting, and there’s no portrayal of how to navigate both.

Nicole, a mom who shares daily life content on social media, recently gave viewers a glimpse into her journey navigating the two. The mom took to Instagram, attempting to put on a happy face for her toddler who can be heard in the background asking for apple juice. She’s trying to get her makeup done so they can head to a play, but her tears are getting in the way.

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In the caption, she writes, “Because both grief &........

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