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Back in 2005, Kenzie’s Gift Founder Nic and her daughter Kenzie had the privilege of meeting The Duke of Cambridge in Aoteaora New Zealand when he came to visit the paediatric oncology ward at Starship Children’s Hospital. Now, we’re so honoured to share his message of support.

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A Poem to #DearGrief

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With many mātātahi (young people) struggling in the aftermath of a loss, two young tāne who have lost their siblings, Conor Burling and Luka Wolfgram, are championing a #DearGrief campaign to start the conversation about grief.

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Parenting through cancer can be tough. The word 'cancer' tends to evoke feelings of fear and anxiety, and as parents, we often want to protect our tamariki from the tough stuff that happens in life. One way we sometimes do this is by not talking and sharing with them what is happening.

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Christmas is a time of joy. Everywhere we look we’re encouraged to be cheery and bright, to spend up large on presents and food, to entertain, celebrate with family and friends, and spread boundless goodwill.‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

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Supporting mātātahi (young people) through grief can be tough as most of us don't know how to talk about grief, let alone how to support a young loved one through it. It’s hard to know what to say or how to behave when someone dies.

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Cody was only five years old when his mother, Nesha, faced a health crisis that necessitated a number of stays in the hospital. Seriously ill, Nesha would be there for three to four days at a time, and her children witnessed both the difficulties she was experiencing and the uncertainties of the hōhipere / hospital environment.

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After the loss of her daughter Kiriana, Libby Martin sought support from Kenzie’s Gift for her two grieving children, Eli and Josh.

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12 years on and what losing Kenzie taught me.