This summer will look different for a lot of children and families. First Things First program director Reggie Madison, a father to seven, talks about how to help your child/children process emotions they might be feeling and how to help them still have a summer to remember.
1. Process it yourself
2. Validate their feelings
3. Talk about the elements of a good summer: Independence; connection; purpose and fun.
4. Remember that it’s an ongoing conversation.