“It wasn’t supposed to be this way.”
Every mother carries hopes and dreams for her unborn child, rarely imagining a motherhood journey that veers so far from the path she once envisioned.
Through tender storytelling and honest reflection, Megan Hewson invites readers into her deeply personal journey to motherhood—one marked by breathtaking joy and profound loss. From multiple IVF attempts and complicated pregnancies to the devastating death of her infant son, Tucker, Megan guides readers through the emotional terrain of fierce love and deep grief. With openness and vulnerability, she shares a rare perspective on an “out of order” loss: saying goodbye to a baby who had just barely arrived.
At its heart, this is a story about love—love that endures even when everything has changed. Megan writes about parenting her surviving son while grieving Tucker, navigating friendships strained by loss, and learning how to carry both sorrow and gratitude forward. Megan and Tucker’s story is a testament to the strength of parental love, the importance of connection, and the complicated, nonlinear nature of grief.
This is a story of courage, vulnerability, and the bonds that hold us together—offering gentle reassurance that even when storm clouds gather, the sun, and moments of joy, can return and be claimed again. Above all, Through the Grey Skies honours Tucker’s life and ensures he will never be forgotten. Though his time was brief, his impact was profound.
Reviews
"Through the Grey Skies by Megan Hewson is a heartfelt story by a grieving mother. Megan’s openness allowed me to experience her journey through heartbreak, faith and healing. While emotionally hard to read at times, it is a testament to the strength of a mother."
— Jaime Nakonechny
"Through the Grey Skies by Megan Hewson shares a mother’s story that will break your heart while gently reminding you that hope will prevail. An honest narrative of a mother’s emotional journey through infertility, infant loss, and finding her footing in an ocean of grief. Her message is confirmation that the sun will come out again, and maybe even bring a rainbow or two."
— Audrey Martyniuk, B.Ed.
"Through the Grey Skies is one of those rare books that doesn't simply tell a story, it invites you to walk beside it. Megan Hewson writes with remarkable honesty, allowing readers into the most intimate moments of love, heartbreak, hope, anger, and ultimately healing. Rather than offering easy answers or clichés, she shares the raw reality of infertility, the unimaginable loss of her son Tucker, and the lifelong journey of learning to carry grief while continuing to live fully.
What makes this memoir so powerful is that Tucker becomes far more than the child at the centre of a tragedy. Through Megan's beautiful storytelling, he becomes a little boy you come to know, love, and mourn alongside her. By the final chapter, you don't simply understand her loss, you feel the lasting impact of his life.
This is not just a book about losing a child. It's a book about the enduring power of a mother's love, the resilience of a family, and the quiet hope that can eventually emerge, even through life's darkest skies. Whether you've experienced profound loss yourself or want to better understand someone who has, Through the Grey Skies is a deeply moving and unforgettable read that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page."
— Patrick Callaghan, Keynote Speaker, Transformational & Performance Coach, Workshop Facilitator
"As a friend who had the privilege of walking alongside Megan through parts of this journey, Through the Grey Skies gave me an even deeper understanding of the love, heartbreak, and grief she carried along the way. Megan shares her story with remarkable honesty and vulnerability, beautifully capturing how grief and joy can exist side by side. Above all, this book is a powerful testament to a mother’s enduring love and a beautiful way of ensuring that Tucker’s life and impact will never be forgotten."
— Alicia Keefe, R.SLP, S-LP(C)
"Reading Megan's book felt like opening her diary. It's an honest, vulnerable look at how she processed her grief around IVF, parenting, and the loss of her sweet Tucker. As someone who was lucky enough to witness a small part of her family's journey, I can tell you every word on the page is real. Megan doesn't tidy her story up for the reader, and that's exactly what makes it so powerful. It will sit with you long after you close the book."
— Kristy Wolfe
"Through the Grey Skies is a deeply moving and beautifully written book that honours the life of the most courageous little boy, Tucker. Megan shares her journey through motherhood and unimaginable grief in the most beautiful, honest, and vulnerable way.
What makes this book so powerful is Megan’s ability to hold both heartbreak and hope within the same pages. She does not try to simplify grief or suggest that there is an easy path through it. Instead, she shows us that it is possible to carry tremendous sadness while still finding moments of love, connection, strength, and, eventually, light.
This book is an incredible gift—not only for those who have experienced overwhelming grief and loss, but also for those who walk alongside someone they love through it. Megan’s words offer understanding, compassion, and a reminder that even in the darkest moments, hope can still find its way through."
— Carla Babiuk
"This was such a heartbreakingly beautiful book. I cried my way through so many of the chapters with awe and appreciation for the honest and vulnerable way the story was written. I couldn't put it down. Megan shares her personal, painful journey and yet her words resonate so deeply for anyone who's navigated grief of any kind, even if our paths are incomparable to the loss their family has went through. Megan has a gift for storytelling - the way she could gracefully walk us through the pain and heartache, and the darkest of days - I seriously couldn't put the book down. And maybe one of my favourite things is how I feel like I learned more about how to connect and continue to connect with others navigating their own grief. This will be a re-read for sure - I just need to remember my box of Kleenex! 🧡🐯"
— Angie S.
"Megan Hewson’s Through the Grey Skies offers readers an eloquent and deeply moving window into the lives of grieving parents before, during, and after an unimaginable loss. With compassion and honesty, the book explores the complexities of grief while reminding us of the importance of empathy, understanding, and connection.
This is a meaningful and heartfelt read for anyone navigating their own journey through grief, as well as for those who want to better understand and offer loving support to someone experiencing loss. Hewson’s words provide a gentle reminder that grief is deeply personal, and that sometimes the greatest gift we can offer is simply to listen, be present, and walk alongside someone through the darkest days. Tucker’s memory and legacy will continue on through Megan’s powerful message."
— Laura Anderson, Fellow Loss Mom
