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: D E A T H / S T O R I E S :

A little glimpse into Death Stories 🤍 (sped up for time’s sake 😂).

It was such an honour to be part of this evening and to share my story with an intimate group of almost 50 people. There’s something so special about bringing people together to talk openly about death, grief, love, and the ways we carry those we’ve lost with us.

A huge thank you to Jenna from @wearealldyingpodcast and Christa @deathsapprentice.ca for creating this space and inviting me to be part of it. It's always my deepest honour to share Zeynah with the world, to speak about grief and the ways it continues to shape our lives, and to connect with others who understand how much these conversations matter.

With tomorrow being PAIL (Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness) Day, this feels especially meaningfulnto share tonight. A moment to honour all the babies who are no longer here, the families who carry their love and their loss, and the little lives that continue to leave an immeasurable mark on this world.

For all my babies who are no longer here, and for every parent who carries this kind of love and grief. You are not forgotten. 💜
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#pailawareness #grieftalk #deathstories #suddenchildloss #bereavedmothers

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Grief has a strange way of bringing pieces of your journey back to you when you least expect it.

I don’t believe in coincidences. Today, I met someone who was part of Zeynah’s journey on the day she died - someone who helped coordinate where one of her organs would go.

Three years later, our paths crossed again.

Some moments just feel like they were meant to find you. 💜

This definitely was not on my bingo card...but then again, not many things that have happened to were either 🙈
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#lifeafterloss #griefandjoy #grievingmother #suddenchildloss #childlossgrief

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: M O T H E R :

Mother's Day comes in waves this year.

Last Sunday held the quiet weight of a bereaved Mother’s Day - the kind that doesn’t quite fit into cards or flowers. The kind that asks you to hold love and absence in the same breath.

And then Monday…Zeynah turned 13. The day I became a mother. 13 years of loving her.

There’s something about reaching a milestone for a child you can no longer hold in your arms. A coming of age that exists somewhere beyond me, while I remain here, still learning how to mother across that distance.

Because I am her mother. I always will be.

And somewhere beyond what I can see, I hold onto this quiet truth…that the one I carried earthside, will insha'Allah (God-Willing) be the one who carries me home.

And I am also here, in the everyday rhythms of mothering her little sister, my one and only living child. Packing lunches, brushing hair, holding space for big, big feelings you could never imagine from a bereaved sibling, laughter, crying and everything in between. One child I tuck into bed and the other I tuck into my heart.

Two girls. One in the heavens and One in my arms.

And three more I carried for a short time, who didn't quite make it here, but who still belong to me.

This season feels like standing in the in between - not as a place of confusion, but as a place of deep, layered love. Grief and gratitude. Longing and presence. A heart stretched wide enough to carry it all - Alhumdolillah (All Praise to The Most High)

If this day feela complicated for you too, you’re not alone. There is no one way to be a mother. There is no one way to grieve.

Today, I honour all the versions of motherhood we carry - the seen and unseen, held and remembered.

Everything, Always

Zeynah & Ziva's mum
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#angelmama #motheringittogether #griefandjoy #lossmum #bereavedsibling

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: T H E / C A K E :

There was a moment yesterday, somewhere between melting chocolate and licking cream off the spoon, where I realised my bestie flew across the Atlantic to help me make THE cake!

Not just any cake.

Zeynah's favourite.

Chocolate. Always Chocolate!

In Z's words, “We need the chocolatiest, flavourist cake in the whole world.”

Which, if you knew Zeynah, she meant business when it came to chocolate!!

This year Ziva requested it for her birthday. Not a light request since she knows I haven't made it since her 7th birthday, a week before Zeynah died.

At first, I said, "No", but a freaky thing with Riptide happened, so I took it as a nod from the girl in the heavens for the girl down here!

Thankfully, I wasn’t alone in the kitchen. My bestie and her mum stood beside me - three women, a lot of chocolate, and the quiet understanding that some cakes are made of more than sugar and flour.

They're made of memories.

There was a moment where I thought "that’s probably enough chocolate” and then I laughed and thought that Zeynah would strongly disagree.

I loved watching Ziva eat it.

And I could almost hear Zeynah in the background approving: “Yes. This is acceptable!!! So much chocolate.”

Grief does the strangest things!
It breaks your heart wide open and then, somehow, leaves space for these moments too.

Yesterday, in a kitchen full of love, the "chocolatiest, flavourist cake in the world" was made again.

And it felt like both my girls were here.

Because, after all, "Home is where the Cake is" 🍫💜
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#griefandjoy #bereavedsibling #losslife #griefandjoycoexist griefjournaling

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The hardest part about grief 💔

To watch the full conversation, search “THE AND Laura & Brad” on YouTube. In this deeply emotional conversation, they open up about navigating the long road of healing together after the loss of their son.

#loveafterloss #griefjourney #emotionalvideos #theskindeep

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I thought we were past this 💔

To watch the full conversation, search “THE AND Laura & Brad” on YouTube. In this deeply emotional conversation, they open up about navigating the long road of healing together after the loss of their son.

#loveafterloss #griefjourney #emotionalvideos #theskindeep

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Taking risks is easier when you know someone has your back 🥹🤍

This is one of the questions from our {THE AND} Couples Edition - explore this deck and our Valentine’s Day collection via the link in bio 🔗

To watch the full conversation search THE AND Laura & Brad on YouTube!

#couplevideos #relationshiptalk #couplesofinstagram #theskindeep

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New Year, Same Grief

On the first day of the year, I stood where time feels different

Your name etched into the earth. My heart still learning how to hold it all; Grief and Gratitude!

There's a quiet ache as the lines of age between two sisters begin to blur in ways we never imagined

Time keeps moving forward and I remain here for now

So I step into this year carrying it all, still learning who the new me is without ever leaving you behind

Sending love to all our bereaved family friends for the year ahead xoxo
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#lifeafterloss #suddenchildloss #grievingmoms #griefandjoy #lossmama

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This is Laura (she/her) and Brad’s (he/him) second time on {THE AND}. In this conversation, they reflect on how grief has reshaped their lives, bringing unexpected challenges and shifting the way they see themselves, their relationship, and their family.

Through loss, they’ve come to understand that change is inevitable, and they’re learning to embrace it. With brutal honesty, deep love, and a shared willingness to see life through new eyes, they continue to navigate their healing journey together. They’ve discovered that saying how they really feel, rather than hiding behind “I’m fine”, is one of the hardest, yet most essential, parts of healing. As a married couple, they meet each moment hand in hand, through joy, sorrow, uncertainty, and everything in between.

Support and follow their story here:
@livelikebradytoo

👉 Experience deeper connection with the most important people in your life with our {THE AND} card games, link to shop is in bio.

#TheSkinDeep #TheAnd #madehuman #sharehumanity #griefandlove #griefhealing #relationshiphealing

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: H E L P E R :

On this day, two years ago, we had a housewarming party for our immediate family. My mum & grandma just came back from Pakistan two days earlier and we were excited to have them over.

When they arrived, I grabbed my phone to capture the moment, but what I caught instead was Zeynah being Zeynah - the helper...

She jumped up, asked if she could help her grandmothers, and off she went. It's the last video I have of her speaking.

Two days later she ended up in #pccu and 8 days later she ended up giving the #giftoflife...

I can't help but think that's what she would have said if she could talk..."

"Just going to help save these people, Mama. Is that okay?"

Drop a 💜 if you've had a helping hand
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#pccu #helpinghand #helpersgeneration #lifeafterloss
#griefandjoy #organdonor #suddenchildloss #childloss #chfhope #hearttransplantdonorfamily #trilliumgiftoflife #actsofkindness #actsoflove #mothergoose #bereavedmom #livebydesign #wildfreealive #pediatriccriticalcare #leadwithlove #bighearted

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TW: SUDDEN CHILD LOSS

March 13 was the girls first day at their new school, of course I got them into @_theschoolofmagic ...how could I not???

After they got home, hunger struck, and Zeynah ate 2 pine nuts - nuts that she'd previously consumed safely.

In the blink of an eye and despite quickly administering epinephrine, antihistamines and her inhaler, and emergency services arriving quickly, our world changed forever.

Allergies can be so unpredictable and fatal, even when you've been managing everything for years.

If you or someone you know is suspected of having anaphylaxis - epi first, epi fast! Carry two epipens or autoinjectors and dial 911 immediately.

We are so grateful for all emergency responders and Zeynah's team of doctors who went above and beyond trying to bring her back to us.

Know the signs and don't be afraid to use them.

Mild Symptoms can Include:
Itchy or runny nose or sneezing
Itchy mouth
Hives / mild itchy skin
Mild nausea

Severe symptoms can include:
Shortness of breath
Pale or blush skin, faintness, weak pulse
Tight or hoarse throat, trouble swallowing
Swelling of tongue or lips
Many hives, widespread
Repetitive vomiting or diarrhea
Confusion/ anxiety

Food allergy awareness saves lives. Please share this post and drop a 💜

You can also follow @redsneakersforoakley, @natashasfoundation @food_allergy_canada and @foodallergy for some amazing resources.
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#allergies #allergiesirl #anaphylaxisawareness #asthmalife #allergylife #epifirstepifast #epipen #epipensaveslives #anaphylacticshock #anaphylactic #nutallergy #allergychild #organdonor
#griefjourney #lifeafterloss #childloss #suddenchildloss #bereaved #bereavedmothers #knowthesignsandsymptoms #hearttransplantdonorfamily #bereavedmom

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#birthdaygirl #philly #lancaster #foodie #blessed

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