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There are moments in life that divide everything into before and after… this conversation with Emily Mir holds one of those stories.

Emily is a mother, storyteller, and advocate whose life was forever shaped by the stillbirth of her son, Gilbert, at full term. What she shares is not just the heartbreak of that day, but the reality of what comes after… the quiet, evolving, and deeply human experience of grief.

In this episode, we talk about what it means to carry love for a child who is no longer physically here, how grief softens but never disappears, and the complexity of holding joy and loss at the same time. Emily also shares the inspiration behind her children’s book Gilbert’s Cake — a gentle but honest way to help families speak about grief with children, without hiding the truth.

This is a conversation about love, loss, and the ways we continue to live, connect, and remember.

Remember; You may not be ready to die, but at least you can be prepared.

Take care,
Catherine

The Don’t Be Caught Dead Pub Quiz is back — now in its third year, and it’s a sellout event for a reason.

Join us on May 12 at 7pm at Hotel Lona in Frankston, as part of the South Side Festival.

Come solo and join a team, or bring your own crew — and compete for great prizes.

Go to criticalinfo.com.au/events

Every Tuesday at 7pm, I host Critical Chat Tuesdays —
free, online conversations where you can ask questions or just listen.

No pressure.
No expectation.

Because this isn’t about planning for “someday” —
it’s about being ready for whatever life throws your way.

Join anytime at criticalinfo.com.au/events

MY LOVED ONE HAS DIED, WHAT DO I DO NOW?

Our guide, ‘My Loved One Has Died, What Do I Do Now?’ provides practical steps for the hours and days after a loved one's death. Download it here.

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Music composer: Ania Reynolds - https://www.aniareynolds.com/

A Mother’s Story of Loss and Love with Emily Mir