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How to help a child after the death of a parent

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The death of a parent can be one of the most devastating experiences a child can experience. Everyone grieves differently and how a child reacts and copes with their grief can depend on a number of things, including their age or developmental stage, their relationship to their parent and the ...
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How to explain death to a child

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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 ...
Explaining homicide to children

How do you remember Mum on Mother’s Day?

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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 ...
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Make and talk activity for children: Thankful Tree

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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 ...
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

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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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Managing separation anxiety in children after a bereavement

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Separation anxiety – being anxious about being away from their family or caregivers – is quite common in grieving children or young people. They might be worried about going to school, become clingy and follow you everywhere or be unable to sleep alone in their own bed. This can be ...
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Christmas Make and Talk activity for children: Snowman Strike

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Christmas time can be really difficult for grieving children and families. Whether it’s been a few months or several years, we know grief isn’t a step-by-step process and no two people have the same experience. Lots of things might change, but it’s important to try and make some new traditions. ...
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