How to tell your child that their parent has a serious illness

Do you or your partner have a serious illness? How do you tell your children? First you have to figure out when to tell them- after you have a clear diagnosis? After you’ve told other family members? What are the questions one should prepare for? How do you help your child understand the illness is not their fault and that they don’t have to assume the role of an adult at home? Do you take them along when you visit the doctor? On this episode, parent and psychologist Tanu Shree Singh helps you navigate this tricky topic.