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[quote=Anonymous]I didn't read the whole thread, but I feel strongly that it is best to help kids experience death in an age-appropriate way... and that it is infinitely easier to deal with the concept of death when it is *not* someone they were particularly close to. It's still a lot to get their heads around but they don't have the acute feelings of grief and pain that a closer loss would bring ... it's more of a grappling with the concept. Has your child shared what she's concerned about? Is it seeing the body in a viewing? Is it being around other people who are upset/crying? Maybe there would be a good way to deal with these concerns (like, I think its fine to choose not to go look in the casket ... or maybe some talk to prepare about what to do if others are feeling pain.) I also think it's good to model to your child that you support DH and other family members. The funeral is really for them, so it's important to support those who are feeling the loss. [/quote]
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