Be intentional about what information your children consume regarding the pandemic: Limit how much the news is on in the background when they are awake Be aware of how often family members are discussing the pandemic and what the emotional tone is when children are around Ask your children what questions they have about school closings and the virus they’ve been hearing about Before you answer their questions, find out what they think the answers are. You want to make sure yo

Get the news you need to make choices for yourself and your family and to stay generally aware of recommendations. Beyond that, make efforts to put boundaries around the amount of time you read or watch news about the pandemic. Be mindful of the impact news programming may have on others in your home, including your partner or children. Social distancing may be necessary: If you live alone, stay connected with friends and family through phone calls and face to face platforms