Teddy Bears Picnic – with Puggles play-and-support group for siblings

Today’s the day the teddy bears have their picnic!

Bring your favourite teddy bear, stuffy, lovey, or other toy, to our picnic by the river.
This will be a relaxed catch-up where we remember our siblings in the stars.

We’ll head to the playground when we’re ready to burn off some energy, so if you’d like help finding us on the day, please call TJ on 0448 344 474.

Puggles play-and-support groups are a place where everyone can:

  • Use their sibling’s name freely
  • Have a conversation about their own memories or emotions
  • Slow down and explore a thought or feeling
  • Create a visual and tactile sensory experience
  • Learn how grief or trauma is linked to neurodivergence

The children will be guided in an age-appropriate way, and in response to their individual needs and comfort.

You’re also welcome if you’re trying to conceive or are pregnant after loss. It’s a really safe and supportive space to talk about your experiences.

This event is free for you to enjoy.

To request a Puggles session near you across south-east Queensland, please email TJ Withers: tjwithers@rednose.org.au

You can also follow our QLD community’s Facebook group for updates and info.

Date

Thursday January 15, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM AEDT

Cost

FREE

Location

City Botanic Gardens Alice St, Brisbane CBD Look for us by the river near “Weeping Fig Ave”

Access & Parking

RSVP to tjwithers@rednose.org.au or text 0448 344 474

Call our Grief and Loss 24/7 Support Line 1300 308 307

Call our Safe Sleep Line 1300 998 698

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