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The Beauty in Burnt Toast
The Beauty in Burnt Toast is a faith based podcast from North Alabama where real life and real conversations meet the grace of God.
Hosted by Jade and Courtney, the podcast brings together two different stages of life and honest conversations about faith, purpose, relationships, personal growth, and the messy middle most of us are living in.
Each episode explores what it looks like to follow God in everyday life. From navigating seasons of change and identity to wrestling with purpose, relationships, and the unexpected moments that shape who we become, nothing is off the table.
Recorded in North Alabama, The Beauty in Burnt Toast creates space for meaningful conversations, encouragement, and a little humor about the imperfect moments we all experience.
If you are looking for a Christian podcast about faith and real life, encouragement through difficult seasons, or honest conversations about purpose, growth, and navigating adulthood, you are in the right place.
Because sometimes the most beautiful stories start with a little burnt toast.
The Beauty in Burnt Toast
Little Hearts, Big Conversations: Talking to Kids About Grief and Illness
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How do you talk to your child about loss, grief, or a parent’s illness? It’s a question no parent wants to face—but it’s one of the most important conversations we can have with our kids.
Our guest today is Kim O’Leary—a child life specialist, a mom, and a cancer survivor. Kim is currently the BandAids & Butterflies Child Life Specialist and Grief Educator, as well as the Founder of the nonprofit Bridges to Healing Project, which supports families through illness, grief, and difficult conversations.
In this conversation, Kim shares how children understand loss at different ages, how parents can guide them through big emotions, and why honesty and presence matter more than perfect words. She also gives practical ways to start these tough talks and explains how parents can recognize when their child might need extra support.
If you’ve ever wondered how to prepare your kids for life’s hardest moments, this episode will give you both wisdom and hope.