families in grief

If you are mourning a loved pet or person, a home or community, my heart is with you. 💙😌 It can be very hard to say goodbye to loved ones, even if the relationship was complicated. Here is a list of resources on how to talk to your kids about death. You know your child best, so please feel free to tailor it all to your family’s needs and understanding. 😌

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resources on talking kids through grief

how to talk to kids about death the do's and don'ts helping kids deal with grief

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Sesame Street Friend Mourned

When a member of the Sesame Street Cast died in real life, the show was transparent with its viewers in a gentle, beautiful way. It brings me to tears every time. It might be nice to watch first on your own and then with your kiddo, if you feel it'll be helpful to them.

Goodbye, Mr. Hooper

for grownups only

a tender song I wrote for a friend's mother, if you need a song to help you grieve your loved one

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Extra Resources

Here is a list of tools I have found really helpful for meditation, insomnia, dealing with kids, and even suicide prevention.

First This - meditation for the family

Good Inside - Dr. Becky on kids & caretakers

Bedtime Stories - this technique has cured my insomnia

Life Wisdom - looking to nature for truth and calm

Suicide Chat Hotline