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Telling a child that a loved one has passed away is an incredibly difficult and delicate task. It’s natural for parents and caregivers to want to shield children from pain, but it’s important to approach the situation with honesty, empathy, and reassurance. Here are some guidelines for discussing the loss of a loved one with […]

October 27, 2024

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KIDS

Losing a parent can be an incredibly difficult and emotional experience for children. They may be experiencing a wide range of emotions, including sadness, confusion, fear, and anger. It’s important to remember that everyone grieves differently, and children may not have the same coping mechanisms as adults. Here are a few reasons why your kids […]

September 2, 2024

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KIDS

I HAVE BEEN ASKED, “What are some good gift ideas for a child who has lost a loved one?”  I have a bunch of meaningful gifts for you to consider… . BOOK: THE MEMORY BOX . FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS BLANKET . BOOK: HEAVEN IS FOR REAL . REMEMBRANCE PLUSH STUFFED ANIMAL . REMEMBRANCE BRACELET […]

June 13, 2024

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GIFTS, KIDS

When selecting a gift for a young child who has lost a parent, it’s important to consider something that can provide comfort, support, and possibly a positive distraction during a difficult time. Here are a few ideas for gifts: 1. Memory book or photo album: A memory book or photo album can help the child […]

December 7, 2023

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GIFTS, KIDS

When a teenager has experienced the loss of a parent, it can be a difficult and emotional time for them. It’s thoughtful to consider gifts that can provide comfort, support, or a positive distraction during this challenging period. Here are some gift suggestions for a teenager who has lost a parent: 1. Memory book or […]

December 1, 2023

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GIFTS, KIDS

It was interesting to hear what people said to my children after they lost their dad. I was glad they said something, but I realized people do not know what to say. Losing a parent is a confusing and emotional experience for a young child. It’s important to approach the situation with sensitivity and understanding. […]

November 25, 2023

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DO'S & DON'TS, KIDS

Instead of “Kids say the darndest things!” I would like to change it to, Adults say the darndest things to a child after a death of a parent. I assume people are doing the best that they know how, so if we teach them to be aware of what to say and why things should […]

November 20, 2022

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DO'S & DON'TS, KIDS

We know that there is no way to replace anyone who has passed away. But when my husband died, others found many ways to bring a smile to my kids. No matter what you hear in the world today, I have witnessed too many times to count that people are SO generous with their time, […]

May 3, 2021

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GIFTS, KIDS

Teens are very unique and act that way. So you will need to think of them individually with their personalities and what they have been through. Think through a few of these things on how to support a teenager. There is not a wrong or right way how to do this. Talking to your teen […]

February 3, 2020

marcie

KIDS

This could be an entire book, but for now, let’s look at the basics of children’s grief. Children and loss– Kids don’t have experiences or resources in knowing how to deal with death. That’s our duty is to teach them, probably right along with ourselves, how to do this in the most healthy way. Unfortunately […]

April 23, 2018

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KIDS