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Ep 79 - How to Talk about Death with Kids with Lacey Holmquist
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Talking about dying and death with our children is something we will all eventually have to do, from a loved one to a pet, it is the natural course of life. What is overwhelming for parents is often confusing to kids and navigating how to manage grief with our children can be hard.
On the podcast to talk about this very topic is Lacey Holmquist. Lacey has a masters in Child Life and has been a Certified Child Life Specialist for almost 20 years. Child life specialists work closely with children and families in medical settings, serving as emotional support and helping families develop coping strategies.
Lacey shares:
- what exactly a child life specialist does
- how parents should approach the topic of death and dying
- what are some terms to avoid and what language she recommends instead
- advice on how to manage your own grief around your kids
- how to think about and navigate funerals
- resources that could be helpful
Links:
The Dougy Center
Children's Bereavement Center
When Dinosaurs Die
Camp Good Grief
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