This is the story of Danielle, Jackson & Scruff. Danielle and Scruff are mum and dad to Jackson. In 2016 Danielle and Scruff were living a happy, full, family life. They were living in a small coastal community and were excited to be installing a pool- something they knew would bring many happy family memories. During its construction in 2016 Jackson was run over by a vehicle on their family property and sadly lost his life. On average Driveway accidents or vehicle accidents on private pr...

This is the story of Amelia and Tommy. Amelia is mum to two sons- Aston and Tommy. Tommy was born unexpectedly and quickly at 17 weeks gestation. Amelia was able to spend some precious time with Tommy, appreciate his features, hold him, create some memories and invite a few family members to meet him- including Aston his big brother. This precious time meant a lot to Amelia and her family who are very early in their journey of grief. Amelia was gracious to speak with us about her birth experi...

Welcome to author Karina Machado. Karina is a journalist with over 25 years experience and the author of the non fiction series The Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies. She has also recently written Awaken: The search is over with her sister Natalie Grueninger. She is also creator and host of two podcasts- The Spirit Sisters and The Ghost Files- highly recommended reading and listening!!Karina is passionate about sharing stories, especially stories of encounters from the o...

This is the story of Catherine and Riley. Catherine is mum to three children. Olivia, Riley and Lucy. Riley, a sweet baby boy with beautiful bright eyes and a calm, content nature. At just three weeks of age Riley developed a cough, he was diagnosed with whooping cough and sadly passed away 5 days after being admitted to hospital at just 32 days old. Catherine shares Riley with us, her personal grief and her incredible advocacy work with "Light For Riley" and Immunisation Foundation of Austra...

This is the story of Nikki and Max. Nikki is mother to three sons, Julien, Max and Noah.Max was being lovingly nourished and growing during pregnancy but sadly he was diagnosed with severe hypoplastic left heart syndrome and would not be able to survives after birth.Nikki shares her pregnancy journey with Max and how difficult it is to say hello and good-bye at the same time.Nikki is passionate about opening up the discussion around pregnancy loss and the social taboos surrounding early pregn...

This is the story of Rache and Jordan. Rache and Jordan are siblings. Jordan is Rache's big brother. They shared a happy, fun filled, at time cheeky childhood together. Their bond is unique, both Rache and Jordan were adopted at infancy- they have a deep understanding of each other and always had each others back. Jordan's life here on earth ended suddenly at age 26- a complication of diabetes and an underlying heart condition. The passing of Jordan forever changed the dynamic of Rache's fami...

This is the story of Alannah, Stuart and Angela.Alannah is Mum to Stuart, Stacey and Angela. The children were each born close together. A family of 5 living in regional Victoria. Stuart and Angela were similar in personality- fun, sporty and happily loud.Stuart had become a proud father and commenced his culinary career-as his dream was to become a traveling chef.Angela a kind, bright, bubbly , social teenager who loved to laugh. Angela was not afraid to stand up for people and for what she ...

This is the story of Claire and her beautiful daughter Sian. Sian entered the world in 2006. A joy, a bright little girl with gorgeous red locks. Sian blossomed into a creative, smart, cheeky and happy little girl. She became a proud big sister to her brother Dane and had just started school. On the 12th May 2012 Sian sadly passed away at home enveloped in her mums loving arms. Sian braved medical hardships with her signature cheeky grin, her pictures radiate happiness and the golden joy of a...

This is the story of Sally and her gorgeous daughter Lucia. Lucia is the second daughter of Sally and Peter and younger sister to Sofia. Her entrance into the world took her parents by surprise, from pregnancy to her birth, Lucia made her mark on this world in her own way and her own style. She touched the hearts of many during those early moments of life.Lucia a beautiful baby girl with chubby cheeks, big heart melting eyes and a wise soul. Lucia, a delightful baby, enveloped her family in t...

This is part 2 of Kathy, Thomas and Stuart. Kathy continues to discuss the aftermath of Thomas's murder, the beauty and the beast of the Australian media and the chain of events that led to Stuart taking his own life. Kathy also shares her private maternal grief and insight into her life after the death of her boys.We advise you listen to Part 1 and Part 2 in sequence.Thanks to Kathy for sharing her boys to all of us. Thomas and Stuart two pure, gentle and loving souls- when we think of these...