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How to explain death to a child

3rd March 2023 Advice

Death can be a difficult concept for children to understand, especially young children, and it can be equally difficult to know how to begin to explain it. We find it’s best to be honest, explain what has happened in a clear way and let them know they can ask questions ...

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How to cope with Mother’s Day after your mum has died

2nd March 2023 Advice, Stories

For children and young people whose mum has died, Mother’s Day can be a difficult day. As with other significant days, it can be a time when your grief is brought to the surface, your emotions are heightened, and they are constantly reminded that their mum is no longer there. We ...

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Liam: “I made a promise to my wife to run the London Marathon”

2nd March 2023 Fundraising

Liam is fulfilling a promise he made to his wife, Emily, before she died and running the London Marathon in April. Winston’s Wish helped Liam to support his young children after Emily died and he chose to raise money for us, along with another charity, Plan International UK, which Liam ...

How do you remember Mum on Mother’s Day?

1st March 2023 Advice, Blog, News

Mother’s Day can be especially difficult for children and young people who have lost their mum or another special female role model in their life. From adverts to social media posts, it can be difficult to avoid Mother’s Day and this can be a constant reminder that your mum is ...

Charlotte’s epic trek across New Zealand to raise money for Winston’s Wish

13th February 2023 Fundraising

Charlotte has taken on the adventure of a lifetime and is currently trekking Te Araroa, New Zealand, in aid of Winston’s Wish, completely self-sufficiently. She shared more with us about her decision to take on the challenge and what it means to her, as well as some beautiful photos of ...

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Cohabiting parents with dependent children now eligible to claim bereavement benefits

10th February 2023 News, Press Releases

After a decade long campaign by the child and youth bereavement sector, cohabiting parents with dependent children are now eligible to receive financial support after the death of a partner. From 9 February 2023 cohabiting parents will be able to make a claim for Bereavement Support Payment if they meet the ...

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Make and talk activity for children: Thankful Tree

8th February 2023 Advice

Grief can be overwhelming for children (and adults) with lots of different emotions and questions swirling around their head. The Thankful Tree is an activity that allows children a moment to take a step back from all those overwhelming emotions and focus on the things they currently have in their ...

Talking to children about a new relationship after the death of a parent

4th February 2023 Advice

As a widowed parent, there may come a time when you find a new partner and want to introduce them to your children. This is a daunting situation for everyone involved – you, your children and your new partner. Your children will probably feel lots of complicated emotions, including fear, ...

Thousands of grieving cohabiting families with children to be made eligible for bereavement benefits

26th January 2023 News, Press Releases

After a decade long campaign by the child and youth bereavement sector, MPs have approved the Bereavement Benefits Remedial Order (2022). Voted in favour by MPs in the House of Lords on 25th January 2023, the order will ensure bereavement benefits that help to bring up dependent children are eligible to ...

Young boy looking out to sea - helping a child talk about grief - Winston's Wish

Helping a child or young person to talk about their grief

26th January 2023 Advice

When a child or young person is grieving, talking to someone about their grief and emotions may not be something they feel comfortable with or want to do, even if a parent or professional may like them to. Here are some ways to help a child talk about their grief ...

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