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Podcast: DEAD Talks
Episode: How Do You Survive Child Loss? A Mother’s Story of Grief & Healing (#152)
Description: How do you live after losing a child?In this episode, we explore the heartbreaking story of Shekinah Eliassen, who lost her infant son, Lars, to a severe brain condition. Out of unimaginable grief, she found purpose in helping other families facing similar tragedies. Today, as CEO of George Mark Children’s House, Shekinah carries forward a mission of compassionate pediatric palliative care — supporting children and parents with dignity, love, and community.This is a deeply moving conversation about child loss, resilience, and turning pain into purpose, reminding us of the strength it takes to carr...