{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6ab0fba6119942cbe118752f/6ab0fc1eba9b1fc06f3867a9?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Agony Aunties: Navigating Separation and Talking to Children","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6ab0fba6119942cbe118752f/064b00deae6a3d0f34830abf2cd90df4.jpg?height=200","description":"<p>In this Agony Aunties episode, we address a listener's question on how to talk to children about parental separation. Their answer covers the importance of having the initial conversation together as a family, being honest and age-appropriate, avoiding blame, and reassuring children about the changes and constants in their lives. Key points include practicing the conversation in advance, maintaining a unified narrative, and providing ongoing support.  Resources like <a href=\"https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/\">Cafcass</a>, <a href=\"https://www.gingerbread.org.uk/\">Gingerbread</a>, and <a href=\"https://www.familylives.org.uk/\">Family Lives </a>are suggested for further support. </p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href=\"https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices\">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a></p>","author_name":"The Times"}