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Losing someone you love is always very difficult, but it can be even more so if you have a child who is also affected by the loss. Children tend to go through tough times after a loss and it can be stressful for parents because most people do not know how to best offer help. If this is something that you are going through right now, directors of funeral homes in South River, NJ<\/a> such as Brunswick Memorial Home can offer some suggestions of ways you can help.<\/p>\n

As with an adult, you want to let a child know that you are there to listen when they want to talk. It is important not to pressure them into speaking about what they are going through, but you do want to make certain they understand they can reach out to you at any moment. This will also let them know that it is all right to speak of the death. Many children fear that speaking of the person who has died will upset the adults so they try not to. By telling them that they can come to you when they need to, you can alleviate this fear.<\/p>\n

Something else that you can do to help a grieving child is to expect mood swings and react accordingly. Although adults also go through mood swings after a death, it is much more pronounced with children. You want to give them some space and be understanding, but you also want to make certain that the child is not a danger to him or herself.<\/p>\n

Sticking to a routine is always helpful for a child going through these emotional issues. You want to keep their daily routines as normal as possible, which can be tough when you are making funeral arrangements. For example, if they are used to having dinner at a particular time, you will want to stick to that to the extent possible. Breaking the routine can enforce that things are different and it can create more stress for the child.<\/p>\n

Make sure that the child is getting a good amount of sleep. Grief can affect their sleeping patterns just as much as with adults. If you notice that the child is not sleeping well or having nightmares, you may want to encourage them to take naps during the day.<\/p>\n

We offer a complimentary booklet at our funeral home \u2013 \u201cHow to Explain Death to a Child\u201d. A brief ten minute read, it offers a wealth of wisdom in addressing the issue with a child. Feel free to reach out to us anytime or a complimentary copy.<\/p>\n

These tips will help you offer the kind of assistance that a child really needs after they have lost someone they loved. By sticking to their routines and ensuring that they know they can come to you to speak about the death, you will be providing them with the support they need. You can always learn more about grief and its process<\/a> by contacting a South River, NJ funeral home like us at Brunswick Memorial Home<\/a>. We are ready to offer our guidance so that you can help yourself and your loved ones through this difficult time. Stop by our location at 454 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816 or give us a call at (732) 254-9393<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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