I’ve been dreading my July 2023 monthly update and put off writing it. July was a terribly hard month since I lost my best friend, my soul sister. I’m sorry my update is late, but I couldn’t bear facing it until now. So Many Losses In July This July 2023 …
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When emotions become too challenging post-trauma, grief counselling is often beneficial in helping manage these feelings. The idea that this counselling is restricted to the passing of someone close or a loved one is a misperception. Many things can lead to grief aside from a death. These can include the …
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It’s hard watching someone you care about experience loss. It’s even harder not knowing what to say or do to help ease their pain. But you don’t have to feel helpless. Here are three ways you can comfort a friend going through grief and loss. Acknowledge Your Friend and Their …
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It’s been 2+ years since my miscarriage and I finally feel like the time is right to do something to memorialize my loss. I can feel the strong urge to do this and get closure for myself. The thing that brought this on, and perhaps the thing that I have …
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Recently I went live on my Facebook page Kaboutjie for the first time to talk about miscarriage and loss with Vicky Scheepers. It was a very emotional experience for me, but I am so glad that I got to share my story live with you. There are so many women …
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Grief In All Its Forms Losing any member of the family is difficult, and a miscarriage is perhaps one of the most heart-breaking experiences a mother can face. Whether you’re facing the miscarriage alone or not, you may feel isolated and unsure of how to proceed. You may even wonder if …
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Having a miscarriage is an awful experience and I have found everyone to be so supportive and kind. However there have been a few things said to me with the best of intentions but they have ripped at me. So I am just going to put that out here. It is important …
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It’s been 4+ weeks since I landed up in hospital only to find out that I had an ectopic pregnancy and I needed to have an operation. I am overwhelmed by the support and response from everyone that I have come into contact with. Thank you for all your support …
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The last week and a half has been incredibly painful and trying – physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It is surreal now for me to look back and realize that two weeks ago I was so happy and positive. It seemed like everything in my life was coming together beautifully. …
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Toddlers. Generally they are made of equal parts adorableness and unpredictability. Before motherhood, I never knew there were people out there whose composure depended completely upon the color of a juice cup. These same little creatures can be expected to turn down a “yucky” mango but will sneak a slurp …
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The time has come to say Goodbye Grandpa. My grandpa, James Fairbrother, passed away at 9pm on Sunday evening after falling ill with pneumonia. At 92 years old he lived a long and productive life. He was a very special man that will be missed by many. Kind messages have …
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Gaynor’s story of her twin boys is heart wrenching, get out the tissues mommies! When Harry met Sally (okay it’s Jacques and Gaynor) … Gaynor de Beer, Table View Hubby asked me to marry him in December 2004 after dating for 8 years. I knew he was the “one” the …
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