The loss of a grandparent can be a very traumatic time for every family, but especially for kids who might not fully understand what is happening around them. The world is mourning for Queen Elizabeth ...

Part of the joys of parenthood include seeing your children experience their many firsts — first steps, first birthdays, first days of school and so forth. But, the “firsts” aren’t always joyful. The ...

There's probably not a parent around who hasn't dreaded that eventual question: "What happens when someone dies?" It's not a conversation that you can put off indefinitely. Our clergy offer insights ...

Earlier this week Ron and I observed the yahrzeit (anniversary of the death) of his mother. As we planned our visit to the cemetery, we discussed whether or not to bring our toddlers with us. “How do ...

While the conversation will be difficult, we also know it needs to be straight-forward. When talking about death, it’s really important to keep the following in mind: Also – remember this. Every death ...

Dr. Erica Lee, a psychologist at Boston Children's Hospital, talks about how families can talk about and explain death and mourning to children. National Alliance for Children's Grief Dr. Erica Lee, a ...

A: Any explanation about death needs to build on a child's life experiences. What does the preschooler already know, what is he going through, and how has he been misled? "The typical reaction of a ...

Explaining Death To The Youngest Sibling. Hey there! I'm Hew Moran, a content creator who combines my passion for gaming, ...

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This is not fun. We got news last week that Barney, Kevin's parents' cat who Belle just adores, died suddenly. Even worse, it came with the news that Belle's great-grandma is also dying. For the first ...