How we can Help

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How do we explain tragedy to our kids?

What do we do?

As Moms we always want to DO something.

Our hearts go out to all of the families directly affected by the explosions at the Boston Marathon this week.  

Here are a few things we can do right now.

1. Talk with our kids in a completely age appropriate way.

Very young children don't understand. The important thing is that they feel safe with you and know they are loved.

For kids in elementary school we can talk to them a little more about the explosions but these conversations don't need to be graphic.  If your child asks you a question be honest - don't try to sugar coat it and give them information that isn't true.  Yes people died and were hurt.  Some people will never be the same.  But we can help them.  

Our kids are counting on us to be honest with them.  They want to know that they can count on us to be truthful with them.  For younger kids asking tough questions this is a very important time as a parent and a very important conversation because it lays the groundwork for future conversations and builds trust.

For older kids who may be worried about their own safety it is important that we talk with them openly and honestly about preparing for life's challenges and dangers.  Let them know we love them and we will always love them.  Tell them about your plans if there were a tragedy in the family and something happened to you.  Let them know you have made arrangements for them to be taken care of if something happened to you.  

2. Give to the Red Cross 

Help your kids understand that families stick together and when tragedy happens the Red Cross is always there.  CLICK HERE for more info on the Red Cross.

You may not live any where near the Boston area but you can still make a difference.

3. Share your Gratitude

You and your kids can sit down and write a thank you note to your local responders.  You can let the firemen, EMTs, ER doctors, nurses, family physicians, teachers, policemen, or any other community person who is there for you and your children in a time of crisis.  Don't wait until something happens to let them know you appreciate what they do every day making sure we are living in as safe of a community as possible.

4. Pray

The power of prayer is amazing.  





Our hearts and prayers go out to all the families directly affected and to all of the first responders, the physicians taking care of everyone and to all of those people who have been traumatized by this event.

Our prayer is for our children and a better world where people don't take life for granted.

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