Transform your grief and cherish the love that remains after the death of a loved one

Support, connection, inspiration and love for those navigating life after a devastating loss

We aim to be a safe, guiding light in the darkness of loss.

We offer community, connection, resources, education, mentorship and meaningful mementos to support and guide you on this journey. 

Feel supported as you learn to explore and integrate your grief and love.

Redefine yourself and take empowered steps forward.

Honour and cherish the memory of your loved one. 

Find safe, supportive and meaningful ways to carry them with you forever.

Access your complimentary ‘All the ways I carry you with me” resource below and continue your exploration in grief and love.

Offerings

1:1 Conversations

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The Online Program

Join Our Community

The Bridge - Online Group Support Gatherings

Building your bridge between grief and love.

The heart behind cywm

I’m Alanna Knobben, speaker, grief educator, mentor and author

My passion is delivering education, experiences and tangible keepsakes to help individuals (and me) connect with their story of love and loss in creative ways.

Meaningful Momentos

A collection of tangible keepsakes to remember your loved ones and carry their memory with you.

View the complete collection here, including the treasured Carry You With Me Storybook with its whimsical illustrations and deeply rooted words and symbols. 

Workshops & Upcoming Events

We invite you to find new expression, inspiration and meaning in your grief and love through creativity, learning and connection.

Finding new ways to weave your emotions and experiences into the fabric of your life.

Speaking

If you are looking for a speaker that will inspire and connect with your audience you are in the right place. Alanna brings profound insights, a creative touch and a natural warmth.

Alanna offers a guiding light committed to intertwining threads of connection, healing, hope and moments of aha’s and awe.Click below to begin creating your unique event experience. 

What our clients have to say

  • "This is one of our favourite books on child loss. We cherish it as a family and include it in all of our child loss bereavement boxes."

    Cathy Decker, Founder Avery’s Legacy

  • “Having Alanna speak at our Bereaved Together events for grieving moms has been nothing short of transformative. Alanna brings a unique blend of compassion, expertise, and understanding to every session, creating an environment where mothers feel seen, heard, and supported. Her ability to connect with our community on such a personal level is remarkable."

    Lisa Price, Founder Bereaved Together

  • “There is nothing quite like a grief mentor, someone to understand and validate your pain. But Alanna is above and beyond that. She’ll outstretch her arms to pick you up and her support is like a good deep hug.”

    Stephanie Thomas

  • “Losing a baby can be an incredibly isolating experience. The CYWM Community has been a beacon of light for me in a very dark storm. I feel great comfort in knowing that others have walked a similar journey and that I’m not alone.

    Emily Duncanson

  • “Alanna provides a workshop that honours your place in grief as well as makes you feel comfortable to go more in depth. She shares her heart and her son in a way that encourages others to do so as well.”

    Writing worshop participant

  • “Going through this program, I felt so seen. Knowing that others have walked the same path I did, and not only survived, but are thriving.”

    Kristin

  • “I am so grateful for this offering. An uplifting holistic approach to navigating what can feel like such an isolating journey.”

    Sarah Rivera

  • "Very professional and sincere. It was so validating to know that my feelings and experiences were normal. I highly recommend that every grieving parent do this program."New List Item

    Ryan Decker

  • “Although the occasion is sad, I'm grateful for the book and the ability to send such a useful gift to my friend. Both my friend and her daughter appreciated the message and the opportunity to discuss their grief."

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