About Love fromAda

First and foremost, I am so deeply sorry you find yourself in need of these resources. The pain, confusion, injustice and sorrow of losing a child is utterly unbearable. You may find you have never felt the depth and intensity of emotion as you do right now. Please do not be alarmed, grief can make us feel crazy, out of control and alone. But you are not alone.

If you feel overwhelmed, it's because it is overwhelming. If you feel frightened, it's because the trauma you have experienced is frightening. As humans we are not designed to bear such pain, losing a much loved baby is not part of the natural order. And while this is true, it is also true that we can, with much love, support and compassion, endure incredible heartache and life altering loss. Hour by hour, day by day, you can learn to carry what can't be fixed.

This resource guide has been collated in loving memory of our much loved and longed for daughter Ada June Francis. Ada was stillborn at 32weeks gestation on the 20th September 2021. Despite all available testing, her sudden death remains unexplained and her absence in our physical lives will forever be felt.

Although I am fortunate to have received incredible, compassionate care, in the early days and weeks following our loss I found the supplied resources to be lacking. I slowly began the journey of finding supports and resources that provided validation and understanding, brought comfort and allowed me to slowly and safely work on and through my grief. All while continuing to honour and remember my daughter.

I hope that amongst these recommendations you too can find connection and comfort. It's important to note that your experience is uniquely your own and your belief systems and personality will all impact what your heart needs today and in the future. Please, if a resource is not feeling good for you, put it down, stop the podcast, unfollow the page... listen to your heart.

Love from Emma (& Ada) xxx

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