Shari Morash

Shari Morash is a founder, author, educator, advocate and pioneer in perinatal palliative care. She’s a mom to three children – two on earth and one who soars. Her newborn son, Josiah, died the day he was born. Josiah’s too-brief and meaningful life changed her world.

Shari is the founder of a charitable organization, Josiah’s Journey, created in memory of her son, Josiah. This organization provides hope, compassionate support, and valuable resources to individuals and families facing a serious prenatal diagnosis, pregnancy loss, or loss of a child.

Shari’s book, Loving Your Baby…, now in its third edition, is designed to help parents and professionals navigate the moments surrounding a baby’s serious medical diagnosis. This gentle book validates the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of parents and their baby when loss tragically comes at the beginning of life. It offers valuable resources and support for parents, families, and medical professionals who may experience a serious prenatal diagnosis, miscarriage, stillbirth, or an infant’s death.

Shari is a proud contributing developer of the inaugural Paediatric Palliative webspace created with Canadian Virtual Hospice.

Shari lends her warmth and expertise as a Parent Advisor to the Paediatric Advanced Care Team (PACT) at SickKids Hospital – a team of palliative care professionals working with existing health care providers to meet the needs of families.

Shari received her BIS degree from the University of Waterloo, focused on perinatal and paediatric palliative care and grief after a traumatic loss.

Together with her family, Shari lives in Guelph, Ontario, Canada.