Children and grief

Conversing with children when someone is dying

A child reads Bye Bye Butterfly book

It’s important for children to be part of our conversations when someone is dying. One of our little family members is asking a lot about death. The same question is often repeated, she wants concrete answers and asks“Can I touch them?” This is nothing to be worried about. USA based … Read more

Feel The Magic

Feel The Magic is a charity started by James Thomas to help to support young people aged 7-17 dealing with the loss of a parent, sibling or legal guardian.

This article was update on 12 October, 2022. It features Feel the Magic an organisation by John and Kristy Thomas. Every now and then we meet or hear of someone working in the grief space, with an idea that is truly magical. Feel the Magic by John and Kristy Thomas, … Read more

The Grief of a Child

“Children can experience grief and loss from a very young age. Like adults, children have their own ways of grieving. It is important to recognise that your child has feelings of grief and to help them express those feelings.” “Children are curious, so be prepared for regular and repeated questions. … Read more