Grief

When a loved one dies, we’re in no man’s land. The person we expect to be in a certain place is not there, and nothing will bring them back. Brain fog, rage, confusion, memory problems, panic attacks, insomnia and unpredictable floods of feelings may all be along for the ride.

Therapist Corner

Auckland-based Cate Hey is a Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychologist. She has more than 25 years’ experience working in child and adolescent mental health, and has worked closely with us for the past five years, supporting tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau.

Grief

Grief brings with it so many feelings and emotions. It's one of the hardest things we will ever experience. We discuss what grief feels like and the impact it has on our mental and physical health. Knowing that other people go through the same things can be really helpful.

Grief

Christmas, and the whole holiday season, can be a really challenging time if you’re grieving. It's common for bereaved people to feel that their grief intensifies at this time of year. We’ve pulled together 12 tips to help you cope with your grief during the festive season.

Grief

The Unthinkables is a private Facebook group for mātua / parents and caregivers whose taitamaiti / child has died. Here Nic, founder and CEO of Kenzie's Gift, explains why she’s the driving force behind the Unthinkables and what it offers bereaved Kiwi parents.

Grief

Based on international statistics, an estimated 1 in 12 tamariki / children will experience a bereavement by the time they’re 18 years old. The impacts of grief are both immediate and life-long. Read on for some tips to help you support children and young people through grief.

Grief

Sometimes it’s easy to forget about looking after yourself - grief is one of those times. But remembering to care for yourself when you’re grieving, especially in the early days after the death of a loved one, can make a really big difference to your wellbeing.

Grief

It may go against your protective instincts, but if a loved one has died, tamariki / children need to be told as soon as possible. Otherwise, you risk them finding out on their own. We've compiled some ideas we hope will help you have this difficult conversation.

Grief

Going back to kura / school after a bereavement can offer some normality and security for tamariki / children, but it also comes with challenges. Here are ten ways you can support your taitamaiti / child when they return to school after a death in the whānau.