any idea's on how much to tell the 12, 9, and 5 year olds? He may still survive, but he may also be born stillborn or die within a few days.
hard to know - he isn't going to die for sure yet, so how much do i tell them?
I'm looking around on the internet for advice, know any good sites?
Thanks.
Hullo there. Sorry I haven't been here much lately... too much going on irl to spend time doing the things that I'd like to do.
ReplyDeleteThis is so sad. I'm SO sorry for you. I can't imagine how difficult this is, and have no words based upon experience for you.
I do, however, think that you should tell you kids the truth. In an age appropriate way, that is.
you can tell them that he isn't very well, and that there is a chance that he won't be strong enough to make it to his due date. Your 12 and 9 year olds will understand that. The 5 year old won't really know what it means, but it will prepare him just in case the worse does happen.
Oh sweetie. I wish I had solid advice. This is just my gut instinct.
Much love to you and yours as you travel this difficult road.
xoxoxo