Talking about Loss

The First Five Years is a weekly radio program presented by Maryland Family Network and airing on WEAA 88.9 FM. The program was previously on WYPR 88.1 FM. The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life. This program is made possible in part by M&T Charitable Foundation.

Talking About Loss

When a loved one dies, parents may wonder how or even if to talk about the loss with children. The American Academy of Pediatrics tells us that even children who are too young to understand death should know why the people around them are sad.

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Resources & Links

Death and Dying (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Talking to Children About Death (NIH Clinical Center)
Children's Books About Death (NAEYC)