News reports about the cost of living are everywhere and many children will be aware of the impact this may be having on household finances – like fewer takeaways, meals out or day trips, less (or no) pocket money, or being told to put on another jumper rather than turning up the heating.
Although it may be tempting to shield children from any money concerns you may have, it can actually help children to talk about your household finances in an age-appropriate way.
In this article we look at how you can talk to children about the current crisis, in a way that keeps their anxiety levels as low as possible.