Losing a baby is a traumatic experience that no parent should ever have to go through. But what happens when the grief of losing a child is projected onto others, causing unnecessary anxiety and distress? In a post on r/amithea**hole, a woman seeks judgment on whether or not she was wrong to ask her sister to stop bringing up the possibility of SIDS in front of her newborn baby. Despite trying to be supportive, the woman’s sister’s comments were causing the new mother to feel anxious and upset. But is it fair for the woman to ask her sister to keep her grief to herself? Read on to find out what the Reddit community had to say about this heart-wrenching situation.
Supporting sister after loss: hope for new life

Navigating sisterly boundaries with new baby anxiety

New mother’s fear of SIDS causing distress; family tensions rising.

Dealing with the sensitive topic of a dead baby

Sister’s constant reminders of dead baby causing family distress.

Navigating sensitive topics with family can be tough

Navigating delicate conversations around grief with loved ones ❤️

Dealing with a sister’s trauma after losing a baby to SIDS
Losing a child is one of the most traumatic experiences any parent can go through. And while it’s essential to support them through their grief, it’s equally important to remember that those around them may struggle. In this case, a woman struggles to deal with her sister’s constant reminders of the possibility of losing a child to SIDS. While she understands her sister’s pain, she also has to think about its impact on her other sister, who just had a baby. It’s a delicate situation requiring empathy and understanding from all involved. In this post, we’ll explore the complexities of dealing with trauma and grief and how we can support our loved ones while taking care of our mental health. Keep reading for more insights and perspectives from the community.
NTA for asking older sister to stop bringing up dead baby

Asking sister to stop mentioning SIDS is reasonable

Protecting a new mom from harmful advice

Commenter sympathizes with OP’s frustration towards sister’s behavior.

Counseling might help Julie. New moms don’t need that negativity

Don’t burden someone else with your grief, even if it’s your sister.

Commenter highlights importance of safe sleep and potential guilt of OP’s sister.

Responding in kind might escalate the situation ♂️

Misleading title aside, NTA for setting boundaries with sister.

A grieving sister’s anger towards a new mother. NTA.

Protective sibling stands up for scared younger sister

Setting boundaries with a grieving sister

Constantly reminding her sister that her baby could die is not helpful.

Sharing helpful tips for preventing SIDS after personal loss

Heartbreaking loss discussed with empathy and helpful resources.

Supporting a struggling sister: NTA for asking her to stop.

Standing up for her sister’s mental health

Supporting a sister’s trauma, suggest therapy to treat OCD.

Offering support to a grieving sister

Supporting a grieving sister without sacrificing your own sanity.

Encouraging seeking professional help for sister’s well-being

Setting boundaries with family is tough

Commenter shares personal grief and suggests family therapy for sisters.

Sharing grief is important but not at the expense of others

Supporting a grieving sister while prioritizing your family ❤️

Tragic story emphasizes the importance of seeking mental health treatment

Grieving sister projecting loss onto Ashley, not fair or healthy. #NTA

Support for NTA’s need to distance her sister from her baby

Dealing with the trauma of losing a child and respecting others’ experiences ❤️

Expert argues for safe sleep practices, prompts SIDS discussion

Offering compassion and sound advice.

Julie’s behavior towards Ashley is out of line

Sensitivity is important, but constantly bringing up grief is unhelpful.
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Encouraging therapy can help Julie heal from her loss ❤️

Encourage therapy for sister to avoid destroying relationships and anxiety

Mental health struggles don’t justify cruel behavior towards new moms

Don’t let grief turn into toxicity. Shut her down.

A grieving sister needs help and compassion, not judgment

New mom needs support, not fear. Angel mom should seek help.

Helping a grieving sister understand boundaries and positivity

Sibling’s trauma overshadows new baby’s birth.

Insensitive advice on SIDs, NTA called out for being psychotic

Encourage therapy for sister grieving deceased child to ease conversation.

Protecting your younger sister from your older sister’s trauma. ❄

Grieving mother advises against insensitive comments to expectant mothers.

Insensitive sister needs professional help, you’re NTA

Setting limits for destructive behavior of sister is necessary.

Encourage seeking help for sister’s behavior

Projecting tragedy onto new mother creates anxiety. NTA for stopping.

Protecting a vulnerable new mother and her baby ❤️

Setting boundaries with a grieving sister.

Grieving mother causing pain to others with her comments

Being unattached to loved ones is inhumane. NTA needs therapy.

Encouraging response to sister’s emotional manipulation.

Setting boundaries with a projecting sister

Understanding Julie’s trauma and need for therapy

Calling out Julie’s insensitive behavior towards Ashley’s baby
