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Space for Grief
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter reflects on giving grief space around milestones like Billie’s birthday, a new podcast with Heartfelt co-founder Gavin Blue, momentum for Scooting for Hope with media interest, and a musing on the underrated film John Carter.
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This week at Room Eleven, we dive into grief, resilience, and community action. From planning the Scooting for Hope Guinness World Record event to sharing Billie’s story at the Waves of Change conference, we explore the human side of bereavement care, gaps in hospital training, and the power of parents’ voices in driving change. Plus, our weekly musings on Bank of Dave 2 and the latest Bobiverse book, Not Till We Are All Lost, and a reflection on the quote: “Ready isn’t a feeling, it’s a decision.” Stay inspired, informed, and connected with Room Eleven.
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The Weight of Dread
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter explores the lingering impact of baby loss and how it shapes our emotional responses to film and storytelling — even in fictional settings like Fantastic Four and Squid Game. Rob shares updates from the Scooting for Hope charity event and reflects on powerful moments from the Waves of Change conference and the Bereaved Parents Workshop, where bereaved parents, clinicians, and researchers united to discuss stillbirth rates, national terminology, and life-saving initiatives. Plus, reviews of Fantastic Four: First Family and Richard Matheson’s I Am Legend highlight themes of family, survival, and human resilience.
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How Love and Self-Improvement Create Ripples That Change Lives
This journey of self-improvement goes beyond personal growth, it creates ripples that positively impact everyone around. By developing communication skills and building resilience, every step forward helps deepen connections, strengthen leadership, and inspire hope. Through sharing a powerful story and undertaking endurance challenges, Room Eleven’s mission transforms grief into purpose while raising $100,000 to support families enduring pregnancy after loss.
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Building Resilience Through Endurance: Lessons from Grief, Growth, and Hope
In this week’s newsletter, we explore how physical endurance can become a powerful tool for emotional resilience—especially in the face of grief. From the early days of walking during lockdown to tackling endurance challenges for mental health and stillbirth awareness, this edition dives into the unexpected connection between movement and healing.
Plus, we share exciting updates on Scooting for Hope, our upcoming event to support bereaved families, and reflect on why stories of optimism (like the new Superman reboot) matter more than ever in a world full of noise and negativity.
If you’re looking for real conversations about grief, growth, and resilience, along with inspiring initiatives that create change, this newsletter is for you.
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Great Expectations
This week’s Room Eleven dives into the quiet pressure of comparing ourselves to an imagined future. Through reflection and pop culture parallels—from Brassic to Heaven’s River—we explore self-worth, community, and staying motivated when the finish line keeps moving.
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No One Does This Alone
This week’s newsletter is all about community — in grief, in pressure, in parenting, and in everyday life. I share a personal update on being shortlisted for Father of the Year, what Boiling Point and Project Hail Mary reminded me about teamwork, and why workplaces need to rethink how they support grief. Plus, a first look at our new Peer Grief Support Rep program.
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Hidden Grief, Final Games, and Cozy Evenings
In this week’s Room Eleven newsletter, we unpack how grief hides in plain sight, reflect on the intense finale of Squid Game Season 3, dive into the cosmic dilemmas of All These Worlds from the Bobiverse series, and share a perfect winter tea to warm up cold Melbourne nights. Plus, don’t miss our powerful new podcast episode with Matt McConnell on navigating baby loss. Listen, like, share, and subscribe to help us reach more grieving families—and to support our Scooting for Hope fundraiser.
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Room Eleven Newsletter: Episode 3 Podcast Update, Supporting Bereaved Dads, Inspiring Movies, Books, and Reflections on Courage
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter brings a fresh podcast update, insights from joining the Red Nose Bereaved Dads Working Group, and reflections on films, books, and quotes that inspire courage and growth. Dive in to see how small steps can create unexpected opportunities — and find ways to support Room Eleven’s mission to help grieving families.
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The Reality of Progress
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter reflects on balancing parenthood while growing a grief and resilience education social enterprise. Dive into mindset insights from the classic As a Man Thinketh, enjoy some light relief with the comedy Tires, and discover Episode 2 of the Room Eleven podcast featuring bereaved dad Chris Wood. Read, reflect, and join us on this journey of growth and healing.
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Doing Nothing, Creates Nothing
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter covers rest and recovery during illness, family moments at Crown Metropol, and a first train ride through Melbourne’s city loop. Rob shares honest reflections on the pressure to stay productive while sick and why taking time to slow down is essential for long-term progress. Also, a fresh take on Marvel’s Thunderbolts — a self-contained story about flawed heroes and redemption. Plus, learn how supporting the Room Eleven scooter fundraiser by sharing on social media can help raise awareness and attract corporate donations for babyloss research and awareness campaigns.
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The Art of Conversation
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter explores the power of meaningful conversations in grief and healing. Discover why sharing your story with others who have experienced similar losses can make a difference. Rob Saunders opens up about his own struggles with conversations and how the Room Eleven podcast helps him and others find their voice. Plus, get behind-the-scenes updates on the Pregnancy After Loss Guidebook, thoughtful reflections on community and collaboration, and personal recommendations on what to watch and read. If you’re looking for support, inspiration, and real stories about grief, growth, and resilience, this newsletter is for you. Listen to the Room Eleven podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or your favorite platform and join the conversation today.
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Think of the Children
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter explores some of today’s most urgent human stories. From the devastating impact of war on children in Gaza to the powerful endurance of bereaved parents turning stillbirth grief into awareness campaigns, we reflect on what it means to live with loss and still move forward. We also dive into the AI 2027 report, a startling look at the future of artificial intelligence, and ask what it means for humanity, creativity, and control. Whether you’re navigating grief, curious about ethical tech, or searching for honest stories of resilience, there’s something here for you.
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Their Energy Still Matters
Explore a powerful reflection on grief, energy, and ongoing connection six years after stillbirth. Learn how sponsoring a kilometre of the Scooting for Hope Guinness World Record attempt helps fund the Pregnancy After Loss Service at the Royal Women’s Hospital. Get updates on the new Pregnancy After Loss Parent Guide, discover why Andor is a must-watch for Star Wars fans and newcomers alike, and revisit The Resilience Project app to boost your daily gratitude, empathy, and mindfulness. A grounded, emotional read for those navigating baby loss, parenting after grief, or just trying to move forward with purpose.
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Grief is Bad for Business
This week at Room Eleven: we’re hiring for an event fundraising role to help with our world record scooter challenge. Plus, I’m considering opening up Scooting for Hope to schools and families — what do you think? I’m also sharing thoughts on Morning Star, the latest Mission: Impossible movie, and a quote about backing yourself no matter what. Dive in and join the conversation.
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ONE YEAR ON: Milestones & Memories
In this week's Room Eleven newsletter, we reflect on a significant milestone: our second daughter’s first birthday. A year filled with challenges, growth, and unexpected joy. Along with personal reflections, we share updates on the new Grief, Growth & Resilience podcast and the tools we're testing, like Notion, to stay organised and streamline our workflow.
Also featured is the Sharing the Silence mentorship program, a dedicated space for bereaved parents to find their voice and honour their child through writing. Whether you're seeking to share your story or learn more about Room Eleven’s mission, this week’s newsletter is a testament to how we continue growing and moving forward together, despite the complexities of grief.
Subscribe now to read the full story and stay connected with the Room Eleven community.
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Unspoken Pain Turns Into Quiet Distance
This week’s Room Eleven newsletter explores the emotional cost of unspoken pain and how silence creates distance in our closest relationships. Through reflections on grief, vulnerability, and connection, it offers science-backed insights, tools for emotional reconnection, and a powerful call to action. You'll also find updates on the Scooting for Hope fundraiser for the Pregnancy After Loss Clinic, partnership opportunities for brands with heart, and personal recommendations including the heartfelt film About Time, the epic sci-fi novel Golden Son, and a magical live performance of The Lord of the Rings: The Musical. A must-read for anyone navigating grief, seeking personal growth, or looking to build deeper, more resilient connections in everyday life.
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What ANZAC Day Reminds Us About Grief, Growth, and Connection
This week, we explore Room Eleven’s growth, announce our new podcast with LN Consulting, review Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing, test the RØDE Wireless Microphones, and reflect on shared grief through the lens of baby loss and ANZAC Day. Insights on resilience, tech, and connection.
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Grief and Growth at Easter: Resilience, Reflection, and the Road Ahead
In this week’s Room Eleven newsletter, we reflect on Easter as a painful milestone for the grieving, share updates from the track as we prepare for the 24-hour scooter challenge, and explore the tension between scaling impact and keeping things grounded. Plus, thoughts on Red Rising, the new Captain America film, and a reminder to be gentle with yourself this season. A newsletter about grief, growth, and moving forward—one small step at a time.
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This Week at Room Eleven: Livestream Partnerships, Lessons from BlackBerry, and Testing Spatial.io
In this week’s Room Eleven newsletter, we share exciting progress as we team up with a livestream production company to bring our upcoming event to life—with camera cars, multi-angle coverage, and live community commentary. We also explore sponsorship and brand partnership opportunities for businesses who want to support grief awareness while reaching a values-aligned audience.
Plus, we dive into a film review of BlackBerry—a cautionary tale about innovation, complacency, and the power of staying ready to evolve. The takeaway? Growth only happens when you stay curious and keep moving forward.
We're also testing out Spatial.io, a cutting-edge virtual platform that could transform how Room Eleven hosts grief circles, workshops, and virtual meetups—making connection more accessible than ever.
✨ Topics covered this week:
How to get involved in our livestream grief awareness event
What businesses can gain from sponsoring or partnering with Room Eleven
Key lessons on innovation from the rise and fall of BlackBerry
Exploring virtual grief support and creative connection using Spatial.io
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