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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.

Dating after the death of a spouse
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Dating after the death of a spouse

Saying goodbye to the love of your life is hard. And getting ‘back out there’ can sometimes feel even harder… especially if ‘the apps’ aren’t your thing.

5 reasons why you should think about death. Often.
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
5 reasons why you should think about death. Often.

Death-related thoughts don’t always have to feel like doom and gloom.

The Top Five Regrets of the Dying
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
The Top Five Regrets of the Dying

When it comes down to it, can you say you've lived a life free of regret? Read on to learn what people facing their own mortality would've changed.

What is the Death Rattle?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
What is the Death Rattle?

Common in dying patients, the death rattle is typically a sign that death is near – often within 48 hours. Read to learn more.

Death Administration: What is the ADNS?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
Death Administration: What is the ADNS?

Did you know that the Australian Death Notification Service (ADNS) can digitally notify multiple organisations that someone has died? Learn more in this guide below.

Day of The Dead: The interesting meanings behind different colours
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
Day of The Dead: The interesting meanings behind different colours

This Mexican holiday for celebrating your deceased loved ones is full of colour. But what does each one mean?

It truly takes a village. Our tips for helping widowed parents.
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
It truly takes a village. Our tips for helping widowed parents.

Navigating the challenges that come with the death of a spouse can be tough. Throwing children into the mix can be even tougher. Here are our top tips on lending a helping hand to a widowed parent.

5 Celebrities Who Died on Their Birthday
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
5 Celebrities Who Died on Their Birthday

Have you ever wondered which celebrities died on their birthdays? If curiosity is killing you (pardon the pun), keep reading.

International Bereaved Father’s Day
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
International Bereaved Father’s Day

Fatherhood does not end with the death of a child. Here’s why acknowledging or commemorating International Bereaved Father’s Day is so important.

‘Terminal Lucidity’ or ‘Rallying’ - Why does it happen?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
2 MIN READ
‘Terminal Lucidity’ or ‘Rallying’ - Why does it happen?

It’s that burst of energy right before they pass on. So, what is ‘terminal lucidity’ (or ‘rallying’ as it’s more commonly known), and why does it happen? Learn more about the fascinating phenomenon below.

Greek Orthodox Funeral Traditions: A Guide
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
4 MIN READ
Greek Orthodox Funeral Traditions: A Guide

An introduction, if you need one.

Is Dying a Natural Death painful?
Ariella BirnbaumAriella Birnbaum
3 MIN READ
Is Dying a Natural Death painful?

Many would agree that a peaceful and painless death surrounded by loved ones (or dying in your sleep) is the best way to depart this life. But, is the death process painful? We’re here to answer the big questions.