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Episode 267

267: Why Ash Napolitano wants to talk about the worst day of her life

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On August 12, 2020, Ash Napolitano's world shattered when her little boy, Hunter, drowned in a dam on a family property. Today, Ash bravely shares the story of Hunter's life and the heartbreak of losing him, along with the trauma of that day. The details, while very difficult to hear, are something Ash feels compelled to share in the hope of preventing this tragedy from happening to another family. Ash also speaks about the purpose her and her partner have found amidst their unimaginable pain through launching the Hunter Boyle Children's Swim Program, a life-saving initiative helping vulnerable kids in rural communities access water safety. This is a raw and powerful conversation. But please be warned, it discusses child loss, grief, and birth trauma. 24/7 Red Nose Grief and Loss Support Line on 1300 308 307 or visit rednosegriefandloss.org.au

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