The Extraordinary Grief of Perinatal Loss
The Peaceful Presence Project Continuing Education Series Presents:
The Extraordinary Grief of Perinatal Loss
Live Online Webinar
Thursday, April 18 from 5:00 - 6:15 pm
Facilitators: Elizabeth Johnson, Executive Director of The Peaceful Presence Project and Jennifer Owens, End-of-Life Doula and Founder of From Butterflies to Angels
Perinatal loss encompasses a profound and often unacknowledged form of grief, one that reshapes the lives of those affected in ways that can be difficult for others to comprehend. The loss of a child at any stage, whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal death, carries with it a unique set of challenges and emotions.
One of the key difficulties faced by those experiencing perinatal loss is the societal discomfort or lack of understanding surrounding this type of grief. The loss of a child often isn't openly discussed or acknowledged, leading to feelings of isolation and alienation for those grieving.
Using Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s ‘Six Needs of Mourning’ as a foundation, this workshop will explore the unique realities that surround the experience of perinatal loss, as well as how to skillfully create spaces for open dialogue and compassionate care for individuals and families navigating such a grief journey. Tools learned will include~Things to say and not say to grievers, how to stay present in the face of grief, meaningful ways to offer up support for this specific type of loss, and how best to keep a child's memory alive.
We are committed to making our programming accessible to all. If the $25 tuition creates a financial barrier to your participation, please email info@thepeacefulpresenceproject.org to request scholarship assistance.