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Latest Death guides

We understand that dealing with the practicalities of death can seem overwhelming and complicated. It's common to have some questions. That's why we have written these simple guides, minus the legal jargon.

10 Ways to Support Someone Who is Dying
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
10 Ways to Support Someone Who is Dying

Supporting a loved one who is dying can often feel uncomfortable or awkward. What do you say? How can you create some light when they’re experiencing their darkest moments? Read on to learn how you can best support them while they live through their final stages of life.

5 Unique Ways to Honour a Loved One who has Passed Away
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
5 Unique Ways to Honour a Loved One who has Passed Away

From fun runs to storytelling evenings, regular donations to shaving your head for charity, there are a myriad of ways you can honour your loved one after they’ve passed.

TikTok Creators Who Talk Openly About Death
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
TikTok Creators Who Talk Openly About Death

Meet the mortician, palliative care doctor and hospice nurse who are taking over the popular app.

8 Podcasts About Death and Grief
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
8 Podcasts About Death and Grief

Hearing about other people's experiences can be a source of comfort and catharsis for those experiencing grief. Here are 8 podcasts that focus on elements of death and grief.

Death Report: Australia
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Death Report: Australia

Sounds grim. But we promise our look at the newly-released report on deaths in Australia from the Australian Bureau of Statistics is also interesting.

Hindu Funeral Traditions: A Guide
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Hindu Funeral Traditions: A Guide

Did you know that Hinduism is one of the largest religions in the world? Read on to learn more about Hindu traditions when it comes to funerals.

What is a Traditional Irish Wake?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
What is a Traditional Irish Wake?

The Irish are renowned for their vibrant and jovial entertainment industry – namely their iconic music and dancing – and their approach to death and wakes is no different. In fact, their wakes are anything but sombre.

Why We Should Talk About Death
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
Why We Should Talk About Death

Conversations about death are still kind of taboo. We’d like to change that.

3 Netflix Documentaries About Death and Grief
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
3 Netflix Documentaries About Death and Grief

No one really wants to talk about it, but the truth is that life is synonymous with death, and in order to resolve our fears or to live peacefully with them, it helps to address and prepare for death's arrival.

Online Cremation Services: Direct Cremation Explained
WilledWilled
2 MIN READ
Online Cremation Services: Direct Cremation Explained

In the past, when a family has lost a loved one, funeral arrangements have been made in person with a funeral director. These days, online cremation services offer a dignified alternative, without the need to meet in person. Read on to learn more.

What is an online memorial?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
What is an online memorial?

Over the past ten years, millions of people have created online memorials for their departed loved ones to honour and remember them. Read on to learn about this relatively new phenomenon.

How to Write a Eulogy for a Loved One
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
How to Write a Eulogy for a Loved One

Learn how to write a eulogy for a loved one with these simple and effective tips.