My child is 4yo, nearly 5. He has been asking lots of questions recently related to death.
Tonight my husband and I spoke to him in more detail (gently) about this but he became incredibly upset and worried, telling us he didn’t want to die. Then about us dying and that he would have no parents. We were very comforting and let him have these emotions but reassured him the best we would. He has not had (nor are we expecting) a bereavement in the family but thought it would be better to be told the truth in a kind and loving way rather than hearing this from somebody else. However, now I feel so heavy about this. Like I’ve ruined his life and he’s going to be so worried about it. I remember being worried about this as a child and it really hurts to think I’ve done this to him.
Does anyone have experience of this? Any kind recommendations would be greatly welcomed!