The loss of a beloved pet is often the first time a child has experienced the death of a close family member. Depending on the age of your child, parents can take some steps before hand to prepare the child for the death of a pet.
Talking to children about tragedy is a job most parents would love to avoid. If only our children did not need to hear about things in the news. But of course, they do hear. And they are full of questions: Could this happen to me? What’s going to happen to the children? Can I do anything to help the children I see on TV?
Juggling holidays, work and kids’ schedules for most families is challenging but for single parents, it can be daunting. Now more than ever, as divorce and extended families have become the norm, parents look for tips on how to co-parent stress-free.
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