Dr. Bob: Our family recently experienced the loss of a loved one. This has been difficult for everyone, especially my children. I am not sure how to deal with this issue with the children. There is no way to shield them from this since we are a very close-knit family. What advice do you have?…
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Ladders of Love
Ladders of love are critical for our children. They provide the support as the children and families lift themselves from the trauma to a pathway toward restoration, resilience and flourishing in the days and years ahead.
What to Say to Someone Who Lost a Child
I know from experience the anguish that families experience with the loss of a child. Whether the circumstances include a previously healthy child who died from a tragic accident or a child with a chronic health condition who succumbed to their disease, families are never really prepared for their loss. They need our support, especially when we might be uncomfortable and not know what to say.