Loss

Thursday 30 Dec 2021 · Movies

‘The Starling’ Shows Us We Can Overcome Grief in Many Ways

'The Starling' is about expectant parents Lily and Jack (Chris O’Dowd), who soon after giving birth to their daughter Katie lose her to SIDS.

Sunday 7 Mar 2021 · Movies

When Should We Use Our Power to Choose? – ‘Blackbird’ Discusses Euthanasia

Blackbird is a movie that captures the emotions of a family respectfully trying accept loss, but also puts a very superficial take on the complex issue of assisted dying.

Friday 8 Jan 2021 · Lifestyle

Grief is the Honour We Give to Those Who Loved Us Well

Even though it hurts, maybe grief is the highest honour we can give to someone who loved us well.

Friday 22 Mar 2019 · Parenting

How to Help Kids Process Grief

As parents it may be tempting to want to find a solution and develop a plan to help our child get over it, but it’s not our job to ‘fix it’ for our kids.

Monday 26 Nov 2018 · Parenting

You Could Have Been: The Children’s Book Written For Grieving Parents

When the funeral was done and friends and family had gone home, Ann-Maree found herself grieving in unexpected moments – not knowing what to do with her parenting instincts.

Tuesday 6 Nov 2018 · Focus On The Family

Grieving After a Breakup

Here are some simple ways to support someone as they grieve through a breakup, and how to help yourself if you are that someone.

Thursday 2 Mar 2017 · Focus On The Family

Dealing with Loss and Grief in an Adverse Pregnancy

In this Focus On The Family podcast we hear the courageous story of a pro-life couple who decided to go ahead with their pregnancy, even though their baby wouldn’t survive outside the womb. A powerful reminder about the value of human life — even when it’s measured in minutes.