Author Archives: Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“A Heart That Works” by Rob Delaney

A hilarious, thoughtful memoir of a father caring for his child
Posted on July 15, 2023 by Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In “A Heart That Works,” Rob Delaney manages to do what seems impossible: survive the death of his toddler son; write a memoir about it; and be funny while doing so. In 2016, Delaney’s life seemed to be chaotic but … Continue reading →

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New Research Links Aging Cells and the Process of Regeneration

Aging cells may be key to allowing healthy cells to regenerate
Posted on July 6, 2023 by Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Two new studies from the animal kingdom may offer insight into the biological function of aging in humans. Both studies focused on senescent cells, or cells that have stopped dividing in response to stress but remain alive. The presence of … Continue reading →

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The Changing Face of Cancer and Cancer Survivorship

While impacting younger people more frequently, cancer has also developed into a chronic condition for many
Posted on June 27, 2023 by Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Cancer: The word strikes fear into the hearts of many, conjuring up images of middle-aged or elderly loved ones losing their hair and dying. But more and more, this is not what cancer looks like for everyone. A number of … Continue reading →

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A Grieving Mother Finds Her Calling in Supporting Pediatric End-of-Life Care

An interview with Toula Saratsis, a pediatric death doula
Posted on June 13, 2023 by Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Toula Saratsis didn’t seek out becoming a death doula so much as she stumbled upon a calling. After caring for her daughter Angelica through her life-threatening metabolic condition for seven years, Toula had faced the prospect of her daughter dying … Continue reading →

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“Birdsong” by Kina Grannis

Bird imagery speaks to wider experiences of grief
Posted on May 29, 2023 by Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Kina Grannis’s song “Birdsong” begins with just that: the soft chirping of birds, accompanied by gentle piano chords. She then begins singing about a special connection with someone, describing how they fell right into her hands and that she will … Continue reading →

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A Hospital Chaplain Debunks the Most Common Misconceptions About Their Role

Beyond just prayer, hospital chaplains assist with meaning-making
Posted on May 9, 2023 by Brianna Deutsch (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Hospital chaplains…. For many people, the term can conjure up images of a solemn pastor dressed in black, informing families that their loved one has died or offering prayer at inopportune moments. But prayer and grief support are only a … Continue reading →

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