Slate Daily Feed Care & Feeding | DOGE Cut My Job. How Do I Tell My Kid?
Jun 26, 2025
The hosts dive into how to discuss job loss with children, emphasizing honesty and techniques for navigating emotional responses. They share insights on moving back to the U.S. after living abroad and how to support kids through this transition. The discussion includes managing complex topics like politics in a child-friendly manner. Personal anecdotes highlight parenting challenges, emotional intelligence, and the importance of community support. Plus, they celebrate a listener's success in throwing a retro murder mystery birthday party that engaged all the teens!
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Explain Job Loss Simply
- Give your child a simple, repeatable script to explain the job loss related to government changes.
- Emphasize that these changes happen when new leaders take office and reassure them that the family will be okay.
Balance Honesty and Optimism
- Be honest with your child about the political reality while maintaining optimism.
- Start planting seeds that the current president's decisions may have hurt your family and others.
Use Kid News for Politics
- React to political discussions as they arise rather than anticipating them.
- Consider kid-friendly news podcasts like the 10 News for curious children to ease understanding.