“Grounding” is often used as a therapeutic term, and implies connecting with our body, our breath, the ground and the present moment. Grounding can support us to manage overwhelming emotions, anchoring us and bringing a feeling of safety to hold our feelings. I also...
Hope beyond heartbreak: A Petals Exclusive When author Ali Harris’ daughter Poppy was stillborn at 23 weeks, she found herself silenced by grief. Through Petals, she found the space and support that led her from heartbreak towards healing, hope and purpose. In this...
Experiencing the loss of a baby is devastating. In the midst of your grief, finding the words and the right time to tell friends and family can feel really hard. We hope that this blog – written by Petals Counsellor, Katie Kolind – offers some gentle guidance to...
We’re so pleased to have welcomed new faces to the Petals Team over the past few months, as we continue to expand to meet the growing need for specialist counselling following baby loss. Over the past 12 months, the number of parents we have been able to support has...
As a counsellor at Petals, I’ve worked with many parents facing the heartbreak of pregnancy or baby loss. And while every story is unique, I’ve come to understand just how complex and isolating this experience can be for LGBTQ+ parents. No matter the shape of a family...
At Petals, we understand how emotionally complex it can be for bereaved parents to face a new pregnancy after experiencing loss. Balancing hope for the future with grief from the past often brings heightened anxiety and fear. Supporting these parents through such a...
