The Geography of Grief; why Grief Feels Like Learning to Live in a New World
Grief can make a familiar life feel like an entirely new landscape, one we never asked to inhabit and don't yet know how to navigate. The Geography of Grief offers another way of understanding grief after loss, using a creative grief map to explore the memories, emotions, relationships, and unexpected places we encounter along the way.
Do You Really Need a Death Doula?
Taking an Honest Look at an Unregulated Profession
Are death doulas really necessary? And how do they fit alongside hospice and other end-of-life care? I’m taking a brutally honest look at what death doulas offer, the realities of an unregulated profession, and what to consider before deciding whether doula support is right for you.
How Do you know it’s time to say goodbye to your pet?
Saying goodbye to a beloved companion animal is rarely as simple as checking boxes on a quality-of-life scale. In this guide, we explore how to know when it's time to say goodbye to your pet, recognize the signs of declining quality of life, and honor the unique relationship you've shared. My hope is that you'll come away with greater clarity, compassion, and confidence as you navigate one of life's hardest decisions.
What is a Legacy Project?
Legacy projects offer meaningful ways to preserve family stories, memories, voices, photographs, recipes, and the small details that make a life feel uniquely its own.
Here, I share thoughtful legacy project ideas, including memory books, audio recordings, interview books, letters, photo collections, and pet memorial books. Whether you are planning ahead or creating something for someone you love, these projects can help give memory somewhere to live.
What Does a Death Doula Do?
Death is something every one of us will eventually face, yet most of us are never taught what support is actually available along the way. If you've ever wondered, "What does a death doula do?" you're not alone.
This guide answers the most common questions about death doulas, end-of-life doulas, and the compassionate, non-medical support they provide before, during, and after death. Whether you're planning ahead or supporting someone you love, you'll find practical information to help you understand the role of a death doula.