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The First Anniversary of a Parent's Death: Rituals That Help (and What to Avoid)

The first anniversary of a parent's death is the strangest day in the grief calendar — and the run-up is often worse than the day itself. Rituals that actually help, and the well-meaning advice to ignore.

The Memory Murals Team • May 17, 2026

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First Birthday Without Your Parent: 9 Ways to Mark It Without Breaking Down

The first birthday without your parent is a strange one — yours or theirs, it doesn't matter. Nine specific, gentle ways to mark the day without falling apart in front of the cake.

The Memory Murals Team • May 15, 2026