09/04/2024
Our hearts are heavy with the news out of Winder. We pray for a swift recovery for those injured, and mourn with those who have lost friends and family members.
Talking to your children about tragedies like this can be difficult. Not sure how to start the conversation?
“No matter what age or developmental stage your child is, you can start by asking what they've already heard. Most children will have heard something, no matter how old they are. After you ask them what they've heard, ask what questions they have and how they feel about what's happened.” See more in the article below.
If your child is expressing anxiety or fear about this horrific school shooting, or any other tragedy, we are happy to provide assistance however we can. Just reach out.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages parents, teachers, child care providers, and others who work closely with children to filter information about the crisis and present it in a way that their child can accommodate, adjust to, and cope with. Includes the video, "AAP Tips on Talking t...
