Latest Grief Articles
Irena Gilbert announced as Red Nose Day Ambassador after revealing recent loss
Red Nose Australia have today announced that Irena Gilbert (née Srbinovska) has come on board as an Ambassador for the 35th annual Red Nose Day, which will be held on Friday 11th August.
Helpful Hints - How to Support the Grieving Family
Death is a difficult subject, one which is frightening and unfamiliar to many people. Sometimes it is hard to know what to do or say to someone whose young child has died. You may feel awkward, uncomf...
The Grief of A Dad
“My initial reaction was numbness. The world did not have a past or a future. There was nothing I could now do about the past, and the future could change in an instant. So planning and seeing ahead...
The Early Days and Weeks (In the Beginning)
1. Don’t Rush The Funeral “One tip I would say to any newly bereaved father or indeed family, in terms of planning funerals and all of those sorts of horrible formal things, take your time, there...
What is Grief?
The feelings that are experienced after the loss of a child can be powerful, unrelenting and all consuming. These may include anger, sadness, helplessness, guilt and loneliness. You may find yourself ...
Treasured Babies Program: Seeing, Holding and Dressing Your Baby
“Midwives shouldn’t choose the clothes, parents should, because you want to do something for your baby, and there is very little that you can do as parents.” “The only decision you can get ...
Navigating Unseen Grief
Recognising all families of pregnancy, infant & child loss By Kathryn Grace Pride Month in Australia, celebrated in June, is a significant time for our LGBTQIA+ community, where we celebrate...
SMS for dads when things don’t go to plan
A First Christmas without your baby
A message to all mums and dads this Christmas who are grieving the loss of a child for the first time. I am so sorry you are here.
Pregnancy After Loss Support
For families who have experienced a loss this can heighten fears and anxieties in subsequent pregnancies. They may be afraid of having the same problem again, or you may now have a heightened awarenes...