This past week, Marianne was a guest on the podcast Create with Franz, hosted by Franz Sidney. Franz’s podcast is dedicated to sharing actionable steps we can take to improve our well being and mental health.
The podcast description is as follows:
In this episode, we explore the delicate topic of how to talk to children about death. Joining us is Dr. Marianne Matzo, a nurse with years of experience in child development. We’ll delve into the importance of honest and age-appropriate communication, dispelling common misconceptions and the potential harm of euphemisms.
Dr. Matzo will guide us on how to address children’s questions and fears with compassion and understanding, helping them navigate grief and prepare for the inevitable. Together, we’ll learn how to approach this sensitive subject with openness and create a supportive environment for children to process their emotions.
Topics Covered:
- The importance of open and honest communication.
- The need for age-appropriate explanations.
- The role of compassion and understanding.
- The value of creating a supportive environment for children.
Children’s Book: www.everyonediesthebook.com (Also available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble)
Topics covered: child, kids grief, age appropriate death, childhood fears of death, honest death talk, grief support kids, memorializing loved ones, children’s books death, parent grief self-care, passing away
Related Content:
- S3E19: The Horse on the Dining Room Table: A Parable for Talking about Death
- S3E5: How Do I Talk to Children About Death?
- S1E35: Children’s Grief – How Children Perceive Death
- S1E37: Children’s Grief – Grieving at Different Ages
- Remembering loved ones with children and family
- S2E37: How to Navigate Children’s Grief Through the Holidays
