Losing my daughter: my story of stillbirth, grief, love, and what endures (part 1)

Today I’m sharing my personal journey through grief following the death and stillbirth of my daughter, Ngākau Raiona. I share the profound lessons that my daughter has taught me. Including the importance of embracing death and impermanence as a part of life, and the power of presence in navigating grief. My intention is to encourage you to find what presence you can (with no pressure) in death and grief. Gently touching these tender topics, to help you to find a deeper understanding of life and love. When we share in our stories, we see that we are not alone. If this episode might support someone you know who is going through similar - then please do share this with them. Key takeaways: Death is a fundamental part of life that we must embrace.Grief can be a catalyst for finding deeper meaning and joy.Speaking our truth about loss is essential for healing.Presence in the moment can unlock profound insights during grief.The fear of losing a child is a universal experience for parents.Creating a birth and death plan can bring meaning to a traumatic experience.Journaling can be a powerful tool for processing grief.Connection to nature can provide grounding during difficult times.The impermanence of life teaches us to cherish the present.Resilience can be cultivated through the experience of loss.Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Nor is it a substitute for professional support. Follow Death on the Daily:Want to support me? Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe to this podcast. Plus I'd love to connect over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/death_onthedailyYou can also find me on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@deathonthedaily The theme music for Death on the Daily is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Set Free by Katie Gray⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which is used with artist's permission. You can connect with Katie and her music and work here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.katiegray.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. This podcast is edited by David Strutt, who you can contact here for any editing needs: [email protected]: 00:00: Embracing the Conversation on Death02:47: My Personal Journey of Grief05:52: The Fear of Losing a Child08:46: Finding Presence in Grief11:57: The Journey of Pregnancy14:50: The 20-Week Scan and Diagnosis18:08: Receiving Devastating News21:03: The Long Walk of Heartbreak23:56: A Promise to Her Daughter28:52: The Gift of Presence in Grief37:16: Creating Meaning Through Rituals48:28: Lessons from Loss and Grief52:18: Intention and Presence in Healing