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Emily Cross

Self-Employed Death Doula

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About Emily

Bio

She is based in Dorset in South-West England, but she was born in the USA, where she was also educated. She gained a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts from the University of Chicago. She also has an End-of-Life Doula qualification from the University of Vermont. When she is not working, she loves to swim and to cook.

Experience

Emily Cross is a Content Marketer here at Aura. She works for Aura because she is genuinely passionate about quality, accessible funeral care, and she feels closely aligned with our mission to deliver those things. Not only is she a content expert, but she is also a practicing, self-employed death doula; her role at Aura allows her to bring those two forms of expertise together. When she writes about dealing with grief and death, she therefore writes from a position of expertise

Posts reviewed by Emily

End-of-Life Stages in Hospice: What to Expect

Reviewed on March 31, 2025

End-of-Life Stages: What to Expect & How to Cope

Reviewed on March 7, 2025

Funeral Preplanning Checklist: A Complete Guide

Reviewed on March 13, 2025

Dealing with the Unexpected Death of a Loved One

Reviewed on March 10, 2025

Posts by Emily

Dying Intestate Explained: Know Your Legal Rights

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Funeral Announcement Examples for Every Situation

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Who Can Conduct a Funeral: Your Guide to Options

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Memorial Service Dress Code: What to Wear & Why

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Funeral Flower Ideas: Beautiful & Thoughtful Options

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What Colours to Wear to a Funeral: A Simple Guide

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Funeral Arrangements Disagreements: What to Do

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Funeral Attendance Etiquette: What to Know & Do

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Poems for Scattering Ashes That Offer Comfort & Peace

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Funeral Suit Guide: What to Wear & What to Avoid

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British Funeral Attire Guide: What to Wear & Why

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Eulogy Examples: Write the Perfect Tribute Today

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Classical Funeral Music to Honour Loved Ones

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Funeral Flower Etiquette: Dos & Don’ts Explained

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What Does a Crematorium Look Like?

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Funeral Poems: Beautiful Words for Saying Goodbye

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Scattering Ashes at Sea: Rules & Best Practices

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Next of Kin & Funeral Costs: Are You Responsible?

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When Someone Dies at Home: What to Do & Who to Call

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Traditional Cremation Alternatives: Unique Goodbyes

Posted on March 7, 2025

‘Tell Us Once’ Service Explained: What You Need to Know

Posted on March 7, 2025

How Location Affects Funeral Costs: Key Insights

Posted on March 7, 2025

How to Set Up a Trust: Protect Your Assets Today

Posted on March 7, 2025

How to Cope with the Suicide of a Loved One

Posted on March 28, 2025

Why Time is the Most Precious Gift

Posted on March 28, 2025

Advance Care Planning in the UK: Start the Talk

Posted on March 28, 2025

Feeling Energy When Someone Dies

Posted on March 28, 2025

Living Funeral Ideas: Celebrate Life Your Way

Posted on March 28, 2025

What is a Modern Funeral?

Posted on March 28, 2025

What Is a Digital Afterlife? Your Online Legacy

Posted on March 28, 2025

Compare Funeral Costs UK: Find Affordable Options

Posted on March 28, 2025

Can You Attend a Public Health Funeral?

Posted on March 28, 2025

Funeral Plan Regulations

Posted on March 28, 2025

Non-Religious Funerals: Plan a Thoughtful Goodbye

Posted on March 28, 2025

What Type of Leave Do You Take for a Funeral?

Posted on March 28, 2025

British Funeral Traditions: Customs & Etiquette

Posted on March 28, 2025

Funeral Etiquette in the UK: What to Know & Wear

Posted on March 28, 2025

Who Is Responsible for Funeral Costs?

Posted on March 28, 2025

What Is a Funeral Celebrant?

Posted on March 28, 2025

Can You Pay for a Direct Cremation in Advance? Your Options

Posted on March 13, 2025

Types of Funerals and Their Costs

Posted on March 13, 2025

Can You Attend a Direct Cremation? Key Facts & Options

Posted on March 13, 2025

The UK’s Assisted Dying Bill: What You Need to Know

Posted on March 13, 2025

What Happens When Someone Dies in a Care Home?

Posted on March 21, 2025

What Does a Direct Cremation Include: Vital Things to Know

Posted on March 21, 2025

How to Plan Your Own Funeral: A Complete Checklist

Posted on March 21, 2025

How to Share Your Life Story

Posted on March 10, 2025

The Best Life-Affirming Books

Posted on March 5, 2025

What Is an Intimate Funeral?

Posted on February 26, 2025

How to Choose an Executor for a Will with Confidence

Posted on February 26, 2025

Bereavement in the Workplace

Posted on March 14, 2025

Dealing with Dementia and End of Life: Top Tips for Comfort

Posted on March 17, 2025

Understanding Organ Donation in the UK

Posted on March 17, 2025

Questions to Ask a Funeral Director: Be Fully Prepared

Posted on March 17, 2025

DIY Funerals Made Simple: Save Money & Stay in Control

Posted on March 17, 2025

How to Choose a Direct Cremation Provider: Tips and Tricks

Posted on March 17, 2025

Guide to Symbols of Grief

Posted on March 14, 2025

Popular Funeral Hymns UK: Traditional & Timeless Picks

Posted on March 14, 2025

How to Find Lost or Dormant Assets

Posted on March 14, 2025

What Is Beautiful about Death?

Posted on March 14, 2025

What Is a Death Cafe?

Posted on March 14, 2025

How to Start a Conversation About Death

Posted on March 17, 2025