Life, Unexpected

Follow the inspiring stories of four individuals under pediatric palliative care as they and their families navigate the unexpected realities of life and death with courage and love. From 2-year-old Nayla to 39-year-old Edwin, we delve into the unique challenges of their daily lives and witness the hope and resilience they carry with them.

Ep 1 Caregiver Heroes
47 mins

Caring for a child in the Star PALS paediatric palliative care programme is a dedicated healthcare team who stand by these young warriors and their families. What motivates these caregivers?

Ep 1 Caregiver Heroes

Caring for a child in the Star PALS paediatric palliative care programme is a dedicated healthcare team who stand by these young warriors and their families. What motivates these caregivers?

Ep 2 Living With A Serious Illness
46 mins

Nayla, an infant with Trisomy 18, endures a routine that includes frequent hospital visits and daily suctioning, while a mother, Jeannie learns to cope with the loss of her daughter, Amelia.

Ep 2 Living With A Serious Illness

Nayla, an infant with Trisomy 18, endures a routine that includes frequent hospital visits and daily suctioning, while a mother, Jeannie learns to cope with the loss of her daughter, Amelia.

Ep 3 Support For Palliative Patients
46 mins

The Rare Disorders Society Singapore champions the cause of children with rare diseases. Kenneth and Patricia, who lead the society, navigate life with their daughter, Chloe, who has Pompe Disease.

Ep 3 Support For Palliative Patients

The Rare Disorders Society Singapore champions the cause of children with rare diseases. Kenneth and Patricia, who lead the society, navigate life with their daughter, Chloe, who has Pompe Disease.

Ep 4 Living With Hope
46 mins

What are the dreams of young patients with serious illnesses who face uncertain futures? For the caregivers at Star PALS, how do they persevere through the heartbreaking reality of losing patients?

Ep 4 Living With Hope

What are the dreams of young patients with serious illnesses who face uncertain futures? For the caregivers at Star PALS, how do they persevere through the heartbreaking reality of losing patients?

Additional Information

Premiered2023
Genrescurrent affairs
Suitable For All Ages