The Good Death Doula

10/06/2025

Our next Death Cafe will be on Sunday 13th July, 2.30-4.30pm at Jesus Lane Quaker Meeting House, 12 Jesus Lane CB5 8BA.

We look forward to welcoming you for gentle conversations about death and dying. You’re very welcome to bring along a friend and to promote via your social networks. Please aim to arrive on time as once conversations have started it’s not possible to include latecomers.

18/05/2025

Spotted by my daughter today. I thought it was a great way to leave your opinions down on paper and have a giggle at the same time!

16/05/2025

Something to think about. Lots of resources out there....

💜 "Just as we nest for birth, we can also nest for death."

Death is not just an ending - it is a transition, and how we prepare for it matters. In her book, "Death Nesting", Death Doula Anne-Marie Keppel shares a heart-centred approach to caring for the dying; offering practical, emotional, and spiritual tools to support this sacred time.

What you’ll find inside:
✨ Gentle, hands-on techniques to comfort the dying
✨ Rituals and mindfulness practices for end-of-life care
✨ Ways to support caregivers and create a meaningful transition
✨ Guidance on talking to children about death

Whether you are a Death Doula, caregiver, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of end-of-life care, Death Nesting is a powerful resource for approaching death with compassion, intention, and love.

📖 Available through Simon & Schuster: Death Nesting by Anne-Marie Keppel

💬 Have you read this book? What insights resonated with you the most? Let’s start a conversation. ⬇️

02/04/2025

You don't need to buy this type of book but something like this to plan ahead and give your loved one peace of mind might be helpful and cover off things you may not have thought about.

06/01/2025

Come and join in the conversation with other like minded people who want to chat about all things Death and what it means to them

10/10/2024

Today is World Mental Health Day and we’re excited to share our new look www.Keep-Your-Head.com website.

Quick and easier to use, the new website is packed full of helpful information on mental health and wellbeing services and support for you and those you care for.

09/10/2024

A great opportunity to chat and ask those questions!

12/08/2024

Come and join us for conversations about anything to do with death and dying in a welcoming environment.

You are welcome to join us for tea, cake and conversation about death in an open, respectful and confidential space. The aim of the Death Cafe movement is to increase awareness of death in order to help people make the most of their finite lives. Everyone is welcome.

11/05/2024

So I've been very quiet on social media over a good few months. No excuses...life, my other job, children!
I also put a pause on the doula world and focused on other areas of my life as sometimes you do when you need to prioritise things.
When I read that the annual End of Life Doula UK gathering was happening pretty much on my doorstep at the exquisite Madingley Hall, I was hesitant about signing up for it as I felt guilty about my lack of participation for all these months but felt like I owed it to myself to come along and listen to my peers and get back in the doula loop!

I was not disappointed. I was really pleased to meet up with my Living Well Dying Well zoom buddies, to meet new faces, and come home to a really welcoming community.
I've come away feeling invigorated by what I've learnt and the possibilities again of the power of love, and support and a desire to nurture those who are nearing the end of their lives and their families.

Small steps back into the role as other commitments take first dibs but I'm pleased to say I'm here!

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