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As our understanding of end-of-life care continues to evolve, more Canadians are discovering the vital role a death doula can play in bridging gaps in their communities. A death doula, also called an end-of-life doula, is a non-medical professional who offers emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and families facing death. They provide a compassionate presence that can make a profound difference, particularly in areas where traditional healthcare and soci

Facing the end of life—our own or someone we love—can bring uncertainty, fear, and a need for support that goes beyond the medical. A death doula offers emotional, spiritual, and practical guidance to help individuals and families navigate this time with more clarity, dignity, and peace. Photo from Wix. What Is a Death Doula? A death doula — also known as an end-of-life doula or death midwife — is a non-medical professional who provides emotional, spiritual, and practical sup

Not only is pregnancy and infant loss devastating for the bereaved parents, but siblings grieve too. They will be experiencing the pain of this loss in their own unique way. Grieving siblings are often forgotten mourners. If the children knew about the expected baby, they will grieve. If they did not know, they will still sense their parents’ grief. Research has found that siblings in grief after a perinatal loss experience disappointment and sadness that might entail a feeli