In this powerful episode, I sit down with Rachel, a nurse and mom who experienced the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, Tessa, to cancer. Rachel shares with us what those early days of grief were really like, from the raw, difficult moments to the small steps forward she found along the way. Together, we explore how she’s managed to navigate life after loss, the support she’s leaned on, and how she continues to honour Tessa’s memory. Join us for an honest, heartfelt conversation about finding hope, resilience, and connection in the wake of deep loss. ----more---- Rachel Pascas is a registered nurse in Ottawa and have been working in neurosurgery her whole career, 20 years. She had her first daughter in 2017 and her youngest daughter in 2019. Tessa was diagnosed with brain cancer at just 3 months old and she fought so hard for 1 year. Tessa passed away in November of 2020 at 15.5 months old. She went back to work 6 months after Tessa passed away and not long after her marriage fell apart. She lost her husband and his family and a life she thought she would always have. Coparenting is extremely difficult, but she is trying to remain hopeful for the future. ----more---- Connect with Rachel:InstragramTiktokTo Learn More About ATRTContact Kelly SammonJoin The Grieving Gracefully CircleVisit Our WebsiteConnect with us on InstagramConnect with us on FacebookContact us by email----more----If you’re navigating your own grief journey and feeling alone, I invite you to join The Grieving Gracefully Circle. This is a safe and supportive community designed for those struggling with grief. You don’t have to go through it alone—The Grieving Gracefully Circle offers a space where you can connect with others who understand, share your story, and find comfort and strength together.----more---- Ready to join us? Click the link below to become a part of our compassionate community: Join The Grieving Gracefully Circle You are not alone. ----more----If our podcast has been meaningful to you, please consider making a donation to support the show. Your contribution allows us to continue bringing comfort, hope, and healing to those navigating grief. Every bit helps. Thank you!  Donate here.----more----Thank you so much for listening! Your support means the world to us. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with anyone who may need to hear it. Together, we can bring comfort and healing to more people on their grief journey. ----more----Interested in Sponsoring our Podcast? Please message us at info@grievinggracefully.ca   Thank you for being part of our community!