Nikki the Death Doula, LLC

Nikki the Death Doula, LLC I serve the elderly, terminally ill and dying; walking beside them in their journey with compassion and love. https://www.instagram.com/nikkithedeathdoula/

Grandma's China. Mom said “I know it’s stupid for this to sit in boxes in the basement but I just can’t. When I’m gone, ...
06/13/2026

Grandma's China.
Mom said “I know it’s stupid for this to sit in boxes in the basement but I just can’t. When I’m gone, do whatever you want with it.”
Then she was gone.
I had a half a mind to take it all home and just rage smash it all in the street while deep in my grief. I wanted to shatter those dishes like her death shattered my heart. Instead….I brought it home.
(Read more; link in the comments)

Most families don't realize they have a choice when it comes to hospice, and that lack of knowledge can cost them dearly...
06/02/2026

Most families don't realize they have a choice when it comes to hospice, and that lack of knowledge can cost them dearly during one of the hardest moments of their lives.
You are allowed to interview hospice agencies. You are allowed to ask hard questions. You are allowed to switch providers if the care isn't right. And you are allowed to trust your gut.
In my latest blog post, I'm breaking down exactly what to ask before you choose a hospice, how to look up their track record, and what to do if something goes wrong. Link in the comments.
Your person deserves care that actually shows up. Both literally and emotionally.

For all my collegues or anyone who's worked with or cared for the elderly, here is a fantastic laugh for your Friday
05/29/2026

For all my collegues or anyone who's worked with or cared for the elderly, here is a fantastic laugh for your Friday

I gave her the best advice I could

Such an amazing 3 days at the  !
05/27/2026

Such an amazing 3 days at the !

Just a couple short days before mom died she gave me a birthday card.....Thank you
05/24/2026

Just a couple short days before mom died she gave me a birthday card.....
Thank you

I'm honored to be a panelist next week at the collaborative doula conference in London Ontario.
05/18/2026

I'm honored to be a panelist next week at the collaborative doula conference in London Ontario.

I'm honored to be a panelist at the annual Collaborative Doula Conference in London, Ontario next week. Such a beautiful...
05/18/2026

I'm honored to be a panelist at the annual Collaborative Doula Conference in London, Ontario next week. Such a beautiful event with so many amazing doulas.

Only a couple spots left!  If you've ever said "I don't want to be a burden on my family" then let's walk the walk and n...
05/14/2026

Only a couple spots left!
If you've ever said "I don't want to be a burden on my family" then let's walk the walk and not just talk the talk!
Link in the comments.

Sometimes just showing up is a battle in and of itself.
05/12/2026

Sometimes just showing up is a battle in and of itself.

Nobody puts "currently grieving" in their email signature.  (Although maybe we should!) You just show up. You open your laptop, join the Zoom call, answer the Slack messages, and try really hard not to cry in the bathroom between your 10am and your 11am. You smile at the right mo

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