EP 3: How To Tell The Kids featuring Child Therapist Melanie Light

In this episode host Rachel Oakes (who is currently breaking up with her husband) talks to Child Therapist Melanie Light. Mel gives supportive, practical tips on how to break the news to your children. She covers what to say and how to say it, common reactions you might encounter and how to handle them, other support networks available and the importance of prioritising your own emotional wellbeing so you can support your children through this upsetting time.
For a list of great books to help children, Mel recommends:
https://www.booktrust.org.uk/booklists/d/divorce-and-separation-best-childrens-books/
Credits:
A Mother of Invention Production (2021)
Executive Producer & Host: Rachel Oakes
With Special Guest: Melanie Light
With huge thanks to:
Crystaline Kline Randazzo - Podcast guru
Felix Middleton - Graphic Design guru
Music by Podington Bear available at http://soundofpicture.com
Contact:
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