In this episode, Christine Davies, a hospital chaplain and spiritual director, shares her profound experiences and approaches to supporting parents who face the heartbreaking ordeal of saying hello and goodbye to their babies on the same day.
Christine discusses the importance of rituals and the role of spirituality in coping with grief. She emphasizes the power of using a baby's name in memory and the misconceptions surrounding grief. She shares about the detrimental effects of toxic spirituality and the steps to provide better support to grieving families. Christine's writings and insights offer further resources for those navigating their journey through loss.
00:00 Introduction to Christine Davies
01:10 The Role of a Hospital Chaplain
01:45 Creating Rituals for Perinatal Loss
03:34 The Importance of Using the Baby's Name
04:41 Addressing Spiritual Distress and Grief
09:18 Toxic Spirituality and Misguided Comfort
12:58 Navigating Faith and Loss
21:17 Christine's Journey to Becoming a Chaplain
32:22 The Power of Writing and Sharing Stories
35:11 Conclusion and Where to Find More
Read her articles here- https://www.christinevdavies.com/
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