10 Tips for Talking To Your Children About COVID-19

1. Make children feel safe.

2. Give them facts, and let them lead the discussion.

3. Give them power — and responsibility.

4. Let them know what to expect.

5. Empathy, empathy, empathy!

6. Keep your child’s developmental stage and temperament in mind.

7. Try to maintain a normal routine (SUPER IMPORTANT)

8. Model the behavior you want to see.

9. Consider adjusting the screen time limits.

10. Take care of yourself. <3

"The days ahead will be different for us all, and difficult for some of us. But this need not be a bad time for your family.

“Take this opportunity to reflect and make some positive changes to your new normal,” Hatfield suggests. “Slow down and play games, read books, snuggle and cuddle, cook together, authentically connect and play together.”

You and your child will get through this — and, if you’re lucky, you may even be a little better for it in the end."

For details on these tips..Checkout the link below!

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/10-tips-for-talking-about-covid-19-with-your-kids