Grieving Child

This practical guide offers concrete strategies for navigating a child's complex emotional landscape after a significant loss, providing parents and caregivers with the language and tools to support young people through grief. Helen Fitzgerald addresses the full spectrum of a child's experience, from the initial shock and confusion to the long-term process of adjusting to a profoundly changed world. The book demystifies common but concerning behaviors, helping adults interpret anger, withdrawal, and regression as expressions of sorrow rather than misbehavior. It transforms the daunting task of discussing death into manageable, compassionate conversations.

What sets this resource apart is its actionable framework for helping children rebuild a sense of safety and continuity when their world has fractured. Fitzgerald’s approach is neither clinical nor abstract, instead offering specific scripts and age-appropriate activities that facilitate healing and memorialization. Adults who feel unprepared to guide a child through this painful transition will find it an indispensable roadmap. Ultimately, it empowers caregivers to provide the steady, understanding presence that allows a grieving child to process loss and eventually move forward.