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1. Talk to your child 

• Take into account your child’s age and stage of development to explain the situation 

• Expect questions and be honest 

• Reassure children it is not their fault 

2. Responses to loss 

• Everyone’s responses are different 

• Changes in behaviour and mood are normal 

• Grief is exhausting for children and adults 

3. What you can do to help 

• Provide ongoing comfort, attention and reassurance 

• Help children recognise and name feelings 

• Help children to share memories 

4. Taking care of yourself 

• Get plenty of sleep, eat healthily and stay active 

• Talk to family and friends 

• Manage your own expectations of what you can do – be kind to yourself 

5. Additional information and support 

• Contact your child’s nursery or school 

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