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Scenario

How to explain family structure differences to your child without your own pain showing

I'm a single mom and my 8-year-old asked why he doesn't have a dad like other kids and I didn't know how to answer without crying.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Children's questions about family differences can trigger parental grief about circumstances beyond anyone's control.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The parent's inner life — what children bring up?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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