How to help my daughter through this

[Marie84]

My ex has just phoned to tell me his best friend has been killed in a car accident. He has asked my to tell our dd (she is 13) I have no idea how I am going to do this. She is going to be heartbroken. She is so sensitive. Does anyone have any idea on how to help her through this please??

I'm sorry this has happened, so very sad. Was your ex's friend very close to your DD? What was their relationship?

Yes they spent a lot of time together when she was at her dads, he lived near by and they would go over for take aways etc.

Honesty is always the best way. Sit her down and tell her. Accept her emotions as they crop up. Let her know she can confide in you how she feels. Do not tell her that she must be heartbroken/devastated. Children's reactions to bereavements are often different to what we expect.