Understanding the quiet grief of grandparents

Understanding the quiet grief of grandparents

We know the complexities of difficult milestones in the early days of grief – first Christmas, baby’s birthday, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day… but what about the milestones that can be unexpected hurdles further along in your grief journey?...
The invisible weight of grief

The invisible weight of grief

The invisible weight of grief after baby loss The loss of a baby can be devastating in ways that are difficult to put into words. For many bereaved parents, the grief they carry is not always visible to the people around them. They may appear to be managing, going...
The mental load of grief

The mental load of grief

As the summer draws to a close and September approaches with all it’s complex ‘Back to work’ and ‘Back to school’ messaging, the mental load of every day life can feel exhausting when you’re grieving. Here, Petals counsellor Flora...
Understanding trauma after baby loss

Understanding trauma after baby loss

When people talk about baby loss, they often talk about grief. But what we don’t always talk about is the trauma that can accompany baby loss.  Petals counsellor, Flora Saxby shares what she would like everyone to know about trauma.  One of the most important things I...