Emily Mitchell Obituary, Cause of Death – Parenting Blogger Dies of Pulmonary Embolism at 36
The online parenting and influencer community continues to remember Emily Mitchell, the creator of The Hidden Way blog and Instagram account, who passed away unexpectedly on December 22, 2020, at the age of 36. Her sudden death shocked followers and loved ones, as she was 16 weeks pregnant with her fifth child at the time.
Emily was widely admired for sharing her life homeschooling her four children, offering encouragement, humor, and authenticity to her audience. Through The Hidden Way, she built a supportive community of parents navigating the challenges of family life, faith, and motherhood.
According to her family, Emily died of a pulmonary embolism, a sudden and tragic medical event. She and her husband, Joseph Mitchell, had already named their unborn child Joey, reflecting their excitement and love for the growing family.
Her legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched through her writing, her openness, and her devotion to her family. Friends, followers, and fellow parents remember her as a woman of faith, creativity, and compassion, whose words brought comfort and inspiration.
🕊️ Emily Mitchell’s passing is a reminder of the fragility of life, but her memory endures through her children, her husband, and the community she built. She will forever be remembered as a loving mother, devoted wife, and inspiring voice in the parenting world.